Lifeboat Inn | Hotel in St Ives

8.3 (399 Reviews) |  3 Bathrooms  14 Guests
St Ives Hotel | Lifeboat Inn

Hotel in St Ives

Located in St Ives and within a 3-minute walk of Porthmeor Beach, Lifeboat Inn features a bar, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 2.8 miles from Carbis Bay, 10 miles from St Michael's Mount and 18 miles from Minack Theatre. The inn has family rooms. Some rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. At the inn you'll find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Lizard Lighthouse & Heritage Centre is 27 miles from Lifeboat Inn, while Tate St Ives is a 4-minute walk away. Land's End Airport is 17 miles from the property.

Lifeboat Inn is located in St Ives.

This 7 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Designated Smoking Area, Sports/Activities, Bar, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 399 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . Coming to St Ives and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 7 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this Hotala.co.za place in St Ives. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Lifeboat Inn in St Ives is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Lifeboat Inn”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Wharf Road, St Ives, TR26 1LF, United Kingdom

Amenities

Designated Smoking Area
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Kids' meals
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
General
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Key access
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note that the view from the rooms and the apartment listed below will be impeded by scaffolding during april 2022:, king room with sea view, apartment with sea view, family room with sea viewbar is closed from 2025-12-25 until 2025-12-25

Reviews

Value for money:
8.02
Location:
9.67
Staff:
9.02
Facilities:
8.51
Comfort:
8.92
Cleanliness:
8.75
Dec 7, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Great staff and location
Negative: To was stuck on ch4
Summary: Great spot, would stay again
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
King Room with Sea View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
King Room with Sea View

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Key access, Hypoallergenic, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

View

View, Sea view

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & Drink

Bottle of water

Room Amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Apartment with Sea View
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 55 m2
Apartment with Sea View

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Toaster, Dishwasher, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Electric kettle, Dining table, Cleaning products, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

General

Heating, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Hypoallergenic, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

View

View, Sea view

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
One-Bedroom Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 65 m2
2 Sofa bed Bed
One-Bedroom Apartment

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Kitchen

Toaster, Dishwasher, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Electric kettle, Dining table, Cleaning products, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Kitchenware, Kitchenette, Stovetop, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

General

Heating, Key access, Tile/Marble floor, Hypoallergenic, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

Food & Drink

Bottle of water
Double Room
Room Type: Double
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room

FAQ's

Is this Lifeboat Inn pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Lifeboat Inn?

Check-in time for Lifeboat Inn starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Lifeboat Inn have a swimming pool?

No, this Lifeboat Inn does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Lifeboat Inn?

Best-rates for the Lifeboat Inn starts from $173 per night with includes Entertainment, Child Friendly, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Internet, Designated Smoking Area, Sports/Activities, Bar, Guest Services with all other facilities. Hotala.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Lifeboat Inn a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Lifeboat Inn wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Lifeboat Inn has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Lifeboat Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Lifeboat Inn indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Lifeboat Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Lifeboat Inn are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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