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Lifeboat Inn

3.5 star property
Beachfront inn with restaurant, near St Ives Harbour

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Enjoy a serene view of the beach and lighthouse from this room's expansive window.
Two single beds with white bedding and matching pillows, a small desk and chair, and a window with checkered curtains offering a beach view.
Relax in this spacious room with a high ceiling, skylight, and large window offering a view of the outside. The room features a sofa, coffee table, flat-screen TV, and a small plant.
Stroll along the picturesque promenade, taking in the sights of the bustling coastal town.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, sofa, and TV, featuring a window with curtains and a wooden cabinet.
Lifeboat Inn, situated close to St Ives Harbour, offers a warm atmosphere with a bar and restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi or simply relax in the smoke-free surroundings.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (3)

  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Limited hour front desk
The current price is £185
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

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Classic Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 55.20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Apartment | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 65 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Map
Wharf Rd, St Ives, England, TR26 1LF

What's nearby

  • St Ives Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Porthmeor Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tate St. Ives - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porthminster Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carbis Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 69 min drive
  • St Ives Station - 7 min walk
  • Hayle Station - 13 min drive
  • St Erth Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sloop Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rum & Crab Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Balcony Bar & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lifeboat Inn

Lifeboat Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from St Ives Harbour. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Lifeboat Inn Inn
Lifeboat Inn St Ives
Lifeboat Inn Inn St Ives

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Lifeboat Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Lifeboat Inn?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Lifeboat Inn.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lifeboat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near Lifeboat Inn?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Lifeboat Inn like?

Lifeboat Inn is located near Porthmeor Beach, only a short 7-minute walk from St Ives Station and 5 minutes' walk from Tate St. Ives.

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Lifeboat Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, freshly cooked, and a highlight of the stay. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10 Good

Great location, comfy beds, spacious room - but very dark and the water pressure was very very weak. Lovely breakfast and kind staff.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful place to stay. Friendly helpful staff. Room spotless and very comfortable. Excellent breakfast in restaurant with lovely view.
s, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved where this place was with a lovely spacious room looking out across the harbour. The car park was a little way and the stairs up to the room were steep but worth it for a very well furnished and decorated room. Staff always friendly and helpful
Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A gem!

Fabulous room with gorgeous view of the Harbour. Will definitely stay there again.
Aimi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location Our room Was huge and very tastefully decorated Lovely breakfast and nice touch with lagers in fridge ! Staff friendly and helpful
Lynda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay thanks
PHILIPPA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so lovely. We had an amazing time there.
Farr, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room above a pub that was cosy and well appointed. Breakfast served in the pub was satisfying and served with a smile. Standard pub chain food in the evening was ok but won’t delight any gastro hunters. Lifeboat Inn is on the quay and behind it is the main shopping street with lots of restaurants to choose from within 5 minutes walk.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location right on the central seafront in St Ives.
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place
Scott, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A perfect ‘over-nighter’ for visiting the beautiful town of St Ives
Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location with lovely people. Overall happy with stay, water pressure very low and shower floor could do with a clean but enjoyed. Great breakfast.
Lyndon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was our first time in Cornwall, and for sure not the last! Position 10/10
Gaetano, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and bed was really comfortable. Breakfast was freshly cooked and delicious. Great sea view.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous

Fabulous staff, location, room, food....best inn we've ever stayed in. The view was something special.
Philippa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We loved our stay at the Lifeboat Inn. The staff was very nice and went out of their was to be as helpful as possible. The full English breakfast was very nice
bruce, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

On the waterfront is this amazing property. The rooms are pleasant, the place is full of history. Parking is a little difficult and the streets very narrow but it is an ancient town
Graeme, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Lucy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect location with views over st Ives. Lots of space. No pub noise. Breakfast (not included) in pub was good. No parking and 3 flights of stairs (to bathroom, to bedrooms and to apartment) were exceptionally steep.
emma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

St Ives

Fab view over St Ives Harbour.
C A, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent staff, property, pub, location, vibe, and personal touches. Loved it. The one difficulty is the parking.
Sebastian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3 french guys cycling around Cornwall, stopping at a different place every night. Life boat and Saint Yves coupled with a late dinner at Porthminster Kitchen has been a thrill. The room 1 fully booked for us was the best accomodation of our tour. And the breakfast was delicious too. Thanks a lot!
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant 2 night stay

Spacious room overlooking harbour was very clean and tidy. Good range of St Austell beers in the bar and a good choice of breakfast, cooked perfectly. Staff were amazing too, nothing too much trouble for them. A very pleasant couple of nights.
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Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We booked this break on a whim, as it was my wife's birthday. I have to say it is an absolute gem of a place. We had booked a long weekend and from start to finish was sublime. The room was beautiful with amazing views of the bay. It was warm and comfortable, with a large bed and great facilities. The staff were always helpful and courteous regardless how busy they were. Breakfast was filling, tasty and l have to say the tea was the best l have drunk in this country. Evening meals were outstanding and l can recommend the beer battered tiger prawns in sweet chilli sauce as a starter. St Ives is beautiful and has some wonderful beaches and walks, and the Lifeboat Inn is a perfect base.
shaun, 3-night trip