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Carbis Bay Hotel & Estate

St Ives

A luxury five-star coastal hotel, spa and estate, this venue is paradise on the Cornish coast with views across one of the globe’s most beautiful bays.

Located in stunning St Ives, Carbis Bay Estate has a multitude of accommodation options. Guests can laze in one of the main house's individually furnished rooms, where the spa is round the corner.

Alternatively, book one of the family-sized apartments or cottages in the lush, sleepy valley while those wanting to be close to the water can seek out a beach house, lodge or suite to be right beside the ocean.

November 2024 saw the introduction of stylish glamping pods, offering the perfect partnership of comfort and nature with options including charming one-bedroom mezzanine pods with outdoor bathtubs and spacious two-bedroom lodges with en-suite bathrooms and private hot tubs.

All residents can indulge in relaxation at the C Bay Spa with a range of luxury treatments available, a show-stopping outdoor infinity pool and spa gardens, which offer panoramic ocean views.

When it comes to food, the estate has a varied collection of eateries – from casual beach dining at The Beach Club to food with views in the Orangery, a sophisticated and glamorous beach side offer is available the Walter's on The Beach restaurant and cocktail bar while The Deli offers somewhere for tea, coffee, pastries, breakfast and light lunch.

Key Information

  • NO. ROOMS: 34
  • PRICE RANGE: ££££
  • DINING: Chef Andrew Houghton shapes the gastronomic experience across several standout restaurants on the Estate, including the celebrated Walter’s on The Beach and the vibrant Beach Club Restaurant. Renowned for his inventive, globally inspired cuisine, Houghton brings a bold and playful spirit to dining, seamlessly blending international influences with the finest Cornish ingredients. At Walter’s on The Beach, his menu is a showcase of creative flair and culinary artistry. Signature dishes such as lobster served in a giant macaron and Chalk Stream Trout Wellington with bonito sauce highlight his talent for unexpected pairings and cultural fusion. His approach is deeply rooted in sustainability and seasonality, working closely with trusted local suppliers to uphold exceptional standards of quality and welfare.
  • AMENITIES: Outdoor Infinity Pool and Hydro Pool, Spa, Fitness Suite, Yoga Room, Champagne Bar, Privately-owned Blue Flag Beach
  • WEBSITE: Visit Here
  • PHONE NO: +44 (0)1736 795311
  • ADDRESS: Carbis Bay Estate, Carbis Bay, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 2NP