The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast - St Ives (Cornwall)

$$$$||View on mapSt Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom6 Porthminster Terrace, St Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR26 2DQ|
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The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast - St Ives (Cornwall)
6 Porthminster Terrace, St Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR26 2DQ·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.7Perfect
Cleanliness9.8
Comfort9.7
Value for money9.7
Staff9.7
Facilities9.6
Who stays here
Couples59%
Solo27%
Families9%
Groups5%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.7Perfect
Cleanliness9.8
Comfort9.7
Value for money9.7
Staff9.7
Facilities9.6
Who stays here
Couples59%
Solo27%
Families9%
Groups5%

Adult-only bed & breakfast with sea views and free on-site parking in St Ives

Amenities & Services

The Olive Branch offers free on-site parking, a rare find in St Ives, and provides traditional full English breakfast with customizable options for dietary restrictions. The property uses local produce and has a strong commitment to sustainability. All guest rooms include free WiFi, and the hosts offer a personalized service with local area knowledge.

Guest Rooms

The accommodation consists of five ensuite double bedrooms, with four rooms offering sea views. The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast St Ives is adults-only, providing private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries in every room. All rooms are non-smoking and include heating.

Location

The Olive Branch in St Ives is a 5-minute walk from Porthminster Beach and less than 1 km from Tate St Ives. The property is also a 6-minute walk from Simply St Ives and 1 km from Leach Pottery. Land's End Airport is 27 km from the hotel, and public transport links are nearby.

Pet-Friendly Environment

The Olive Branch St Ives is a dog-friendly bed & breakfast, welcoming guests with their pets. The presence of the resident dog, George the Dog, adds a unique charm to the property. The hotel provides a warm environment for both guests and their four-legged companions.

Hospitality & Personalization

Owners Julie and Justin offer personalized service, including a map orientation of St Ives and recommendations for local attractions. The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast St Ives provides luggage storage after checkout and caters to specific dietary needs at breakfast. Guests consistently note the attentive, family-like atmosphere created by the hosts.

  • Breakfast: Customizable options for dietary restrictions, traditional full English, local produce
  • Parking: Free on-site parking (rare in St Ives)
  • Dog: Dog-friendly property with resident George the Dog
  • Location: 5-minute walk to Porthminster Beach; near Tate St Ives
  • Rooms: 5 ensuite double bedrooms, 4 with sea views
  • Sustainability: Strong commitment to local produce and eco-friendly practices
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 17:00-18:00
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:6
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed1 Double bed
Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Adults only
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

No pets allowed

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast

💵 Lowest room price 135 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 12.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Penzance, PZE

Location

6 Porthminster Terrace, St Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR26 2DQ
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6 Porthminster Terrace, St Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR26 2DQ
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6 Porthminster Terrace, St Ives (Cornwall), United Kingdom, TR26 2DQ
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden
570 m
Church
St Ives Parish Church
490 m
Gallery
Porthminster Gallery
410 m
2 Tregenna Hill The Hole in the Wall
St. Ives Gallery
300 m
Gallery
Anima Mundi
360 m
Gallery
New Millennium Gallery
380 m
Store
I Should Coco
370 m
Zennor
Zennor Circular Walk
600 m
Cemetery
Barnoon Cemetery
600 m
Smeatons Pier
600 m
Saint Ives TR26 2FD
Talland House
240 m
Mall
Drill Hall
420 m
Restaurant
Blas Burgerworks
380 m
Restaurant
Rajpoot
380 m
Restaurant
The Coffee Lounge
330 m
Restaurant
Delices du Monde
380 m
Restaurant
Bier Huis Grand Cafe
410 m
Restaurant
Harbar Kitchen
490 m
Restaurant
Coasters Tea shop
430 m
Restaurant
The Queens Hotel
430 m
Restaurant
The Golden Lion
490 m

Reviews of The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast

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FAQ about The Olive Branch

Which popular attractions are located near the 4-star The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast hotel?
You can visit The Leach Pottery as well as Treloyhan, placed just 19 and 15 minutes walk away from the 4-star The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast hotel respectively.
What is the closest airport to the The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast hotel?
Penzance airport is located within a 15-minute drive (15 km) from the The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast hotel.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast hotel?
Unfortunately, The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated fast food restaurant Yeung's Chinese Takeaway, offering medium prices.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 4-star The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast?
Guests of the 4-star The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast can check in from 17:00 to 18:00 and check out from 08:00.
What are the booking prices at the bed & breakfast?
The prices at the bed & breakfast start from $130.
What kinds of rooms does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers such room types as Twin Room, Deluxe Queen Room, and Guest Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast?
Every room at the The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast includes high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
Is there free internet in The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast?
Yes, at The Olive Branch Bed & Breakfast Wi-Fi is provided for free.
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