The Porthminster

Nestled in sub-tropical gardens on the coast of St Ives in West Cornwall, the hotel occupies a privileged position directly above the beach, overlooking St Ives Bay and Godrevy Lighthouse.

Boasting direct access to the award-winning Porthminster beach, a spacious bar, lounge and restaurant overlooking the sea and an indoor pool, the hotel presents itself as the ideal choice for a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

From The Porthminster you can easily explore the delights of St Ives – one of Cornwall’s oldest and best-known holiday towns – as well as the spectacular scenery and coastline surrounding it.

Rooms: 42

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – Newspapers – Garden – Non-Smoking Rooms – Elevator – Heating – Luggage Storage – Gay Friendly – All Public and Private spaces non-smoking

Activities

Tennis Court – Indoor Swimming Pool

Services

Room Service – Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Ironing Service – Packed Lunches – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free private parking is possible on site.

Hotel information

The Porthminster has an indoor heated pool and outdoor pool (open from June until September).

Food & beverage

With breathtaking, ever-changing views across Porthminster beach and St Ives Bay, dining in the hotel’s light and spacious restaurant is an experience not to be missed.

Serving freshly caught fish and shellfish alongside high quality vegetables and meats, it is the kitchen’s policy to use seasonal ingredients sourced from local suppliers wherever possible. And with a comprehensive menu of mouth watering-deserts and wines to choose from, all served to you by friendly and efficient bar and waiting teams, The Porthminster hotel has all the ingredients for a truly satisfying meal.

Room information

Standard rooms are equipped with all the features you would expect and give easy access to the hotel's facilities.

Please note that standard rooms do not have a sea view.

Area information

Whether you’re taking a leisurely stroll along the coast on a mellow autumn day, lazing on the beach at the height of the summer or exploring the galleries that line the ancient streets of the town, it won’t be long before you fall under the spell of St Ives.

With its unspoilt fishing harbour and maze of traditional white cottages, magnificent golden beaches and famously clear light, St Ives has inspired generations of artists, writers and poets for over a century. Warmed by the nearby Gulf Stream, this region’s climate is the mildest in the UK, making it ideal for breaks both in and out of season. Often likened to a Mediterranean fishing village, sub-tropical plants and towering palm trees flourish here, and in summer the streets are swathed in colour as the town’s flower displays burst into bloom.

Rated 'best in England' and 'one of the top four beaches in the world' in one recent survey, the beaches of St Ives are famous for their glorious golden sands and clear blue waters.

Travel information

By Car:
- Take the A3074 into St Ives.
- Continue until you see The Porthminster on the right.

By Train:
The nearest station is St Ives. There are frequent regular connecting services from St Erth (on the London to Penzance mainline) to St Ives.

By Air:
The nearest airport is Newquay, with flights from many UK regional airports.

Important information

In July and August, check-in is from 15:00.

The Porthminster is currently undergoing refurbishment (from October 2009), with some scaffolding on the outside of the building. This should not affect your stay.

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