8.4

453 reviews

Lifeboat Inn

Lifeboat Inn

Wharf Road , Saint Ives (Cornwall), TR26 1LF, United Kingdom

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Ocean view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Lifeboat Inn

Welcome to the Lifeboat Inn, your cozy seaside escape nestled in the heart of St Ives! Just a short 0.5mi from the vibrant city center, this charming inn beckons travelers with its stunning ocean views and inviting atmosphere. Start your day with a delicious breakfast, and get ready to explore all that St Ives has to offer. With prices starting from just $150, you’ll find that a memorable getaway is well within reach!

The Lifeboat Inn isn’t just about a comfy bed—it's an experience! Savor sumptuous meals at the on-site restaurant, then unwind at the bar where you can relish refreshing drinks while enjoying live music and performances, all for free! Families will appreciate the option of kids' meals (for an extra charge), ensuring that even the little ones are well taken care of. Plus, with complimentary WiFi and free toiletries, you'll have all the modern staples to make your stay comfortable.

With 453 glowing reviews, the Lifeboat Inn has established itself as a favorite among travelers, and for good reasons! From the relaxing non-smoking rooms to the delightful evenings filled with live entertainment, every detail is designed to enhance your stay. Prepare for an unforgettable getaway in this lively coastal town—you won’t want to miss the charm and hospitality of the Lifeboat Inn!

The Lifeboat Inn is a treasure trove of memorable moments, with exciting options for every type of traveler. Whether you're here for a romantic getaway or a family adventure, there’s something for everyone. Picture yourself waking up to the gentle sound of waves crashing against the shore and taking a moment to soak in the breathtaking sea views from the comfort of your King Room or Family Room. The welcoming decor and modern touches will instantly make you feel at home, setting the perfect backdrop for your seaside escape.

Dining at the Lifeboat Inn is another delightful experience you won’t want to miss! The on-site restaurant boasts a family-friendly ambiance with British cuisine that will tantalize your taste buds. It’s the ideal place to gather over hearty meals after a fun day of exploration. Kids are well-catered for too, with meals crafted just for their discerning palates. Imagine tucking into a delicious dinner as the sun sets over the horizon, casting a golden glow across the sky—pure bliss!

And let’s not forget the evenings at the Lifeboat Inn! The bar is the heart of the inn, where nightly live music and entertainment blend seamlessly, creating a vibrant yet cozy atmosphere. Grab a refreshing drink and lose yourself in the sounds of talented performers while unwinding after a day of adventure. With amenities designed to make your stay special and reviews that sing praises, the Lifeboat Inn is your go-to destination for a dreamy retreat in St Ives. Create cherished memories that you’ll treasure long after you leave!

Closest airports

Land's End Airport

11.4mi

Newquay Cornwall Airport

26.5mi

St Mary's Airport

41.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Ocean view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
Family Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn

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Family, Sea View

1 Bunk Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Ocean view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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Enjoy stunning ocean views from this spacious family room, equipped with a queen size bed and a bunk bed for the kids. Unwind in the private bathroom's bathtub or relax in front of the flat-screen TV.

King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn
King Room with Sea View in Lifeboat Inn

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King Room, Sea View

1 Queen Size Bed

195 sqft

Ocean view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

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Experience the ultimate relaxation with our King Room with Sea View. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views, a private bathroom, and a comfortable queen-size bed.

Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn
Double Room in Lifeboat Inn

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

170 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Shower

Free toiletries

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Welcome to our cozy and stylish Double Room! With its spacious 172 sqft, a comfortable Queen size bed, and amenities like a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries, it's the perfect choice for couples seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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Guest reviews

8.4

453 reviews

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Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Matthew

8.2

April 2024

Great location, lovely big apartment- well priced compared to a lot of accommodation in St Ives. Excellent views across the bay. Clean, tidy and well equipped.

Do not stay here if you struggle with steep stairs or mobility issues. The steps to get into the property are very narrow and steep. Once inside you have some very narrow steep staircases between the bedrooms and the toilet. You need to go down to go back up. This is not bother us but would be very difficult for elderly people. WiFi did not work on the tv so couldn’t use internet services (such as Netflix).

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Sonia

8.2

January 2025

The staff were lovely very welcoming and clearly liked their job. The place was always busy, we didn't eat so can't comment but the food looked insane. The room was stunning, the shower was a little dirty in the corners of the cubicle and the glasses on the wooden tray didn't have a nice smell to them it maybe the smell coming out of the old tray. All in all the stay was lovely and we'd come back.

The staff, the room, check in and out times. Room and location perfect

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Sandra

8.2

January 2024

Fabulous location on the waterfront and beautiful views across the ever changing beach. Above a good pub but not noisy at all.

This apartment is definitely not for anyone who has any mobility issues. The stairs are extremely narrow and steep and lead to the apartment itself as well as the bedrooms and another flight to the bathroom. The bathroom has very low ceilings and no shower screen or curtain so everything gets wet but they would not supply dry towels. There is no parking near the hotel except for a drop off area which may not be free, so you have to park a fair distance away.

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Sarah

10

October 2023

Location is excellent, apartment was well equipped and comfortable. Decor was lovely. Good value for money. We had a great stay and will stay again! Thank you.

Not being able to check in early when the room was already ready (only an hour or two earlier). The assistant manager said that she had to stick to the rules. We have always been able to check in early in other establishments in the town (we’ve been visiting St Ives for over 40 years) so this was a little disappointing when the room was clearly available.

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Keith

8.2

August 2023

Amazing position - right on the harbour. We had the inland view apartment which was accessed via a flight of stairs. On the first level, there was an initial room with a large sofa bed. Beyond this there was a bathroom and the main bedroom which was lovely with a large TV on the wall. Up a steep staircase was the living area with kitchen, dining table, another sofabed and big TV on the wall again. We could see the harbour and sea through a side window which had a nice window seat. The shower was excellent. Overall the apartment was good and well equipped.

Although there was a washing machine, there wasn't an airer provided. The kitchen was lacking a chopping board to prepare/chop food. The upstairs was hot. The windows only opened a fraction but there were fans provided.

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Janet

8.2

May 2023

Location, location, location! Large room on the harbour front, so was expensive but worth it for for a few nights. Staff friendly and helpful. Great breakfast with good choice of food. Decor / furniture in room was good.

Maintenance of room not proactive: Handbasin blocked when we checked in and took a couple of days to get plumber in to fix this. Cleanliness okay, but in these times of Covid it would be more reassuring to have spotless door handles etc. Windows in the room and in the pub/hotel not kept clean of bird droppings, which spoil the view, albeit we realise this is an ongoing chore!

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Beach19

8.2

January 2025

The apartment is great with beautiful views across the harbour very spacious lounge and dining area bedrooms are very nice and comfortable

Kitchen facilities were very limited,only 1 saucepan, no frying pan or grill pan,no scissors. not a major problem until you want to cook something. Some of the furniture was quite dusty and a bit messy

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Josephine

8.2

December 2022

The location of The Lifeboat on the harbour at St Ives is magical. The winter sunrise from our window was fantastic. The room was warm and cosy. It was very comfortable and quiet and the decor was very attractive. There were two good armchairs and the teas/coffees included real coffee! There was also a large modern bathroom. Breakfast was served in the pub and had a very good selection.

In fact, our room was really far too warm as the heating had thoughtfully been turned up to max. As the room was well insulated and the windows only opened partially, it took a while for the room to cool down to about 23C. Conversely, the radiator in the bathroom, didn't work - but by leaving the doors open, our surplus heat managed to heat it sufficiently! Also, the room was in a converted 'loft' and the stairs up were very steep and narrow, which was tricky with cases. Parking is in one of the carparks which are a distance away.

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Daniel

8.2

December 2024

Great location. Spacious family room with separate sleeping areas. Modern bathroom and superb kitchen facilities. Lovely view of the Harbour. Friendly & attentive staff.

Kitchen & lounge area on the top floor doesn’t have black out blinds for the two Velux roof windows. Our daughter, who slept on the sofa bed, was woken by early morning light flooding in.

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Dave

10

December 2024

Overall atmosphere was very good and down to the staff.

Like the room but being nit-picky - difficult to work in room due to backless stool that fitted under work top - no back support. Two arm chairs were uncomftable as they had very upright backs. Room coffee was a pod machine - disliked unlabelled pods, prefer granule coffee.

Points of Interest Around Lifeboat Inn

Airports

Land's End Airport

11.4mi

Newquay Cornwall Airport

26.5mi

St Mary's Airport

41.6mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • British

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

Amenities of Lifeboat Inn

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Ocean view

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Lifeboat Inn

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Lifeboat Inn

At what times are check-in and check-out at Lifeboat Inn?

Your reservation at Lifeboat Inn specifies a check-in timeframe of 03:00 PM to 09:30 PM, and a check-out deadline of 10:00 AM.

What's the nightly rate at Lifeboat Inn?

Accommodation at Lifeboat Inn starts as low as $150. Rates could differ based on your room selection and dates. Ensure to enter your dates for the most accurate pricing.

What are the room types available at Lifeboat Inn?

The Lifeboat Inn offers a King Room with Sea View, a Double Room, and a Family Room with Sea View. Smoking is not allowed in any of these rooms. The King Room and Double Room accommodate 2 adults and have a Queen size bed. The Family Room accommodates 2 adults and 2 children, with a Bunk bed and a Queen size bed.

Where can guests find entertainment in Lifeboat Inn?

Guests at the Lifeboat Inn can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities offered by the hotel. They can attend live music performances and enjoy a variety of drinks at the hotel's bar. For dining options, guests can choose to eat at Restaurant #1, which offers a family-friendly and modern ambiance. The restaurant's cuisine focuses on British dishes, providing guests with the opportunity to try local culinary delights.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Lifeboat Inn?

Yes, the Lifeboat Inn has a restaurant on site. The restaurant is called Restaurant #1 and offers a modern ambiance. It serves British cuisine and is family friendly.

Which payment methods are supported by Lifeboat Inn?

The Lifeboat Inn accepts the following payment methods: Mastercard, American Express, Visa, and Maestro. Cash is not accepted.

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