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Carbis Bay Hotel

3.0 of 5
Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2NP, England
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Nottngham
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Hotel very relaxing - staff very pleasant and helpful- food little on Nouveau Cuisine style but beautifully presented-extra cost for vegs and chips- menu very varied - restaurant spacious and views over Carbis Bay are stunning - which is why its so popular as wedding venue - not so good for the holiday guest who has to include weddings and... More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Front sea view room was tiny, no room to "spread out". Ask for and got another room with side sea view(same price). Attended a wedding reception which was excellent, no complaints. However the breakfast leaves a lot to be desired. Canned fruit!!! Soggy sliced, processed bread. At £270 per night this was very poor. Staff were excellent but more thought... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Wonderfully located, the Carbis Bay is a gem with a few exceptions. The rooms tend to be on the small side, although very clean, modern and comfortable with lovely fluffy towels and comfy beds. Wish they would supply better toiletries as they are less than you would expect from a hotel like this. We found staff very helpful, whether in... More

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Chesterfield, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The location of this hotel is beautiful. A little disappointed with the sea view room. Very small room, and bathroom tiny, but the room was very clean. Our first day, we had workman drilling and banging outside our room. I feel that the drinks are very expensive. £8 for two cups of coffee. The staff in Restaurant, were very good.... More

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Gravesend, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The location is excellent. Our room was small but great views which we paid extra for. Breakfast and dining staff were very good apart from the very loud morning (female) maitre d. The reception staff were unhelpful mostly. Not helping with luggage nor explaining about parking until asked. I don't know who the manager was as we saw no evidence... More

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Dunstable
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Yesterday was my first visit to the Carbis Bay in St Ives and I have to tell you I thought it was fabulous! The hotel is set in a magnificent setting overlooking Carbis Bay itself.I had a single room. They only have two singles in the hotel ,room number 207 which was absolutely lovely.It had its own balcony with table... More

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Ventnor, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Staff wonderful. Receptionist led us to our rooms. Floor 2½. Good room (221) at back of hotel with angled seaview from one of the two balconIes. Table and two chairs on balcony. Our room had damage to the carpet but apart from that was in a very good clean state. The evening meal included on the first night was from... More

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Exeter, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Calling in for afternoon tea in the conservatory we sat down at a table chose from the menu and were totally ignored by all staff. We were not alone as the couple at the next table who came in after us were also ignored even after pressing the service bell at the bar. After a period of twenty five minutes... More

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Pleasantville NY
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We had heard many very positive comments about this hotel from Britons, so found some aspects disappointing when we arrived. It is a grande dame of a hotel, around 100 years old, in a beautiful location, directly on the beach in Carbis Bay in Cornwall. Looks like a perfect spot for weddings. Lovely landscaping with large flowers. But some caveats.... More

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Lancashire
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9 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We did not stay here but attended a wedding . The wedding was stunning and the wedding planner worked very hard ensuring the day went well. Lovely views for photos even straight down to the beach on a sunny day . The wedding breakfast food was very tasty . A lovely day . If your thinking of having your wedding... More

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Also Known As:
Carbis Bay
Hotel Carbis Bay
Bay Carbis
Carbis Bay Hotel St Ives
Carbis Bay St Ives
Carbis Bay Hotel St Ives, Cornwall
Address: Carbis Bay, St Ives TR26 2NP, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Cornwall > St Ives
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Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#5 Family Hotels in St Ives
#7 Romantic Hotels in St Ives
Price Range: £££
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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