The Gannet Inn

The bed was very comfortable, with a good amount of amenities.

Our room was directly above the sports bar, so we were sleep late at night, whenever the patrons below us decided to turn down the volume.

On my previous visit, I happened to remark almost in passing upon the absence of USB plug sockets, and also suggested that a small mirror might be most useful, with one side offering gentle magnification and the other remaining true and normal. I was therefore quite delighted, upon my return, to find that these very details had been thoughtfully addressed and installed, precisely as mentioned. It is a rare pleasure to feel so genuinely heard.What charmed me just as much, if not more, was the small sign placed outside to reserve a space especially for me. Such a gesture may seem modest, but it speaks volumes. It is considerate, personal, and deeply attractive in its attention to detail exactly the sort of quiet thoughtfulness that distinguishes the merely good from the truly exceptional.One leaves with the distinct impression not simply of being accommodated, but of being valued.

There is, quite frankly, nothing about this property that I find myself disliking. If I were pressed to offer the faintest suggestion for the future, it would be the possible addition of a steam room within the spa, and perhaps the inclusion of dressing tables in every room pieces that double rather splendidly as desks, and which a few rooms were without. Beyond such trifles, I can find little cause for complaint. It has been a thoroughly excellent day, and truth be told, that very absence of grievances is precisely why I continue to return.

LOVED THE FACT THAT AS THE GANNET IS JOINED WITH THE CARBIS BAY, WE WERE ABLE TO USE THE SPA FACILITIES FOR NO ADDED COST.

Food was excellent

We are both pensioners and our room was on the top floor up 3 flights of stairs, there is no lift but we were there for only two days so lived with it. Room had no storage for underwear, socks etc., wardrobe was noisy to open and close .

LOVED THE FACT THAT AS THE GANNET IS JOINED WITH THE CARBIS BAY, WE WERE ABLE TO USE THE SPA FACILITIES FOR NO ADDED COST.

Property, location, parking, staff

Restaurant - quality variable. Breakfasts great. Sunday evening meal excellent. Monday evening meal - one meal OK, one meal sent back twice and then replaced with an alternative.

The room had a lovely view and was very clean and tidy.

Walls/ doors have insufficient sound proofing as we could very clearly hear someone else on the floor snoring quite loudly.

Enjoyed our stay staff were very knowledgeable and very nice nothing was too much trouble.

No lifts and no fridge in bedroom had to ask for milk each day but that was no bother really.

Comfy room. Excellent food & service in the restaurant.

Some stairs to navigate with luggage.

The staff are friendly, enthusiastic & willing to help.They were a pleasure to interact with during our stay.

Although the prepared breakfasts were fine, attention could be focused to provide on a self service side table an array of cheeses, fruit and cereal. This would give visitors more choice & variety.

Spacious room, welcoming and attentive staff, use of the Carbis bay spa, very tasty breakfasts

Staff very friendly and good location, short walk ( but challenging if mobility an issue) to beach. We were very lucky and saw dolphins swimming close to shore.

Rooms in two separate buildings. Room was nice but as described “cosy” and no view, near the toilets so noisy, could hear fan/dryer. Hot water tap didn’t work on sink in bathroom ( meagre dribble) which otherwise was nice with nice towels and toiletries. Given the price thought quite expensive for the standard of accommodation. Food and drinks more expensive than we expected. Food, dinner and breakfast was of average quality in our opinion.

The food at the Gannet was excellent. The breakfast included is fantastic with so many options and something delicious to try everyday - great value for money. The inn itself is really pretty inside and furnished wonderfully. Super comfy beds and pillows, and lovely little biscuits in the room alongside a variety of tea’s. The staff were so warm and helpful. Sitting in the bar area at night was really cosy, with delicious cocktails and a range of board games. And having daily free access to the CBay spa is a MASSIVE addition. Absolutely don’t miss out on that! We already intend to stay here again, and again… It was the perfect cosy stay by the beach with a partner.

Our room was a little on the small side, particularly the floor space around the bed and bathroom. The bathroom/shower doors hit each other and the sink if not opened/manoeuvred very carefully and there’s only room for 1 person to be moving around the space at a time. The room was quite hot, but they did provide a fan (a little on the loud side but we had ear plugs!). However, for a couple like us, this was still absolutely fine and didn’t detract from the stay - we would potentially just upgrade in future!

The food was excellent, beds very comfortable and the staff friendly and attentive. We also liked being outside of St Ives but with several quick and easy options to get there.

No negatives that I can think of.

Great breakfast. Lovely room with sea view. Delighted we could use the spa at their sister hotel in Carbis Bay. Would definitely recommend and would go back for sure. Would love to use the terrace and have a drink outside but the weather wasn't in our favour this time!

Everything was great apart from the early morning fire evacuation but that couldn't be helped and the staff were very apologetic! We just went for an early breakfast and they were very accommodating.

Spectacular sea view from Bluebell room, comfortable chairs, big bath towels in well equipped bathroom, very big comfy bed, excellent breakfast and tasty dinner with attentive and friendly staff, ample parking, good WiFi. Good bus service and lovely walk into St Ives.

Not much drawer storage and no mini fridge in room, (short) outdoor walk from annexe to main building, limited other dining options in the area. Quite expensive.

Friendly and helpful staff. Really great location. Good breakfast

Amazing sized room with sea view called the gannet. Staff were very welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was high quality and delicious with great coffee and the bar area looked lovely. The complementary access to carbis bay spa was great we only booked after we arrived and went the morning we checked out.

Nothing parking limited but we got a spot!

The food, decor, comfort and staff

Not being in the main building

The whole property was lovely. The room we were in was spacious and clean with wonderful sea views.