The Stennack, St Ives, TR26 1FF, United Kingdom
#6 of 10 hotels in St Ives
Guests' ChoiceBased on 253 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 9 October 2024
Philip
United KingdomNothing
Convenient location, low cost, good use of an old building, friendly staff.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 18 September 2024
Anthea
United KingdomThere are absolutely no hooks in the communal showers, meaning everyone had to put their stuff on the floor whilst getting changed. This tiny detail would make a world of difference. Also my dorm room was a bit smaller than I'd like.
Gorgeous hostel. Spacious. Lovely staff. Relaxing. Comfy beds. Loved the.privacy curtain, wall lamp and little device shelf. Lovely big kitchen with all the amenities. Perfect location. I'll be back for sure.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
Stuart
United KingdomAll good
Clean tidy with everything I needed .
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 30 August 2024
Caroline
United KingdomI can’t think of anything that I didn’t like apart from the noise outside at night, which couldn’t be helped and certainly was not any fault of the hostel. If anything could be improved, I’d say (and this is a fairly minor point) - the ladders to the top bunks were uncomfortable to put your feet on, as they are basically metal pipes. If they had something that felt easier to navigate, that would be good. I found that wearing socks made them too slippery, so I went up and down them with bare feet and held on tight to the metal frame of the bunk. Having said that - I love a top bunk.
I thought it was very good value for money, and the perfect solution if you wanted to spend a little extra time in St Ives without having to rush back. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. There was the choice to stay in an all-female dormitory - I am a lone female traveller. The lounge was lovely and had a quiet area to one side for peaceful reflection. Free coffee in the morning - you just help yourself. A good number of toilet cubicles and a good size shower and wash area. Comfortable bed too.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 30 August 2024
Lauren8891
United KingdomThe room was noisy, so my sleep was very disrupted. Unfortunately the girls in our room were noisy very late and had the light on around midnight, phones going off in the night. There's should be as many signs up saying to keep noise down at night as there are for the sand! Need some more hooks in the room.
Great location, close to all the beaches and the town, bus stop etc The staff are really friendly and helpful. The coffee is good especially as its free in the morning. Price was amazing and the communal areas are well set up. Privacy curtains around the bed
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 30 August 2024
Manon
BelgiumVery friendly and helpful staff. The rooms were a bit small but the bedspaces were big enough and the lockers were big enough to put all your backpacks in. The beds were comfortable and they provided curtains for some privacy. There is a nice common space and dinning room to meet people. The hostel is not far from the beach and bus station. They provide female and male seperate sanitary rooms.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 27 August 2024
Elisa
AustraliaThe showers have a ten second push button, but I think this is pretty normal for hostels
The beds were private with curtains and they were actually long enough so you felt like you had space!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 26 August 2024
Samantha
United KingdomNothing really, as far as hostels go, I was impressed. Didn’t see or use the kitchen though so I can’t speak to that part of the property.
Honestly ..,. Surprisingly nice property. Beds all have certain, chargers, and a light. No locks on the lockers but they are massive. My friend had a lock and both of our backpacks for no problem (plus some). Staff had free coffee from 8-10 which was a nice perk. They also had a cubby with a tv where you could watch Netflix. Great location. Overall, very comfortable stay!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 25 August 2024
Elli
GreeceFresh air at the room
The location was perfect .I enjoy two free coffees .I felt secure and the staff helped me very much .A very friendly place .
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2024
Natasha
United KingdomWifi cut out in the bedroom sometimes - and St Ives have very sketchy signal so was annoying when it cut off. However, as it was free and fast when connected, its a minor annoyance.
Location is amazing, staff were SOOO friendly. Beds were very clean and very comfy!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2024
Guillaume
United KingdomThe front door kept slamming very loudly. People didn't bother to shut it gently, so I think it would be a good idea to install a door damper to soften the bang. Since my room was close to the entrance I heard it a lot
I liked that everything they do is eco-conscious. They had good beers at the bar for cheap and discounts with the surf school and others. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The kitchen was well equipped and clean. I liked that the place didn't feel over-populated. I loved that they were relaxed about me hanging around in the bar and chill-out area for a while after check out
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 22 August 2024
Rob
United KingdomNothing, it was spot on.
Great facilities, affordable and perfect location.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 19 August 2024
Louice
SwedenI missed somewhere to place luggage to open in a practical way and maybe a shelf for other things, and I would also appreciate some hooks to hang stuff on. Maybe also a chair. Floor was sticky so it did not feel clean.
Cozy hostel with nice atmosphere, helpful staff and good rooms. Perfect location in the city and sleeping and shower was workign really well.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 19 August 2024
Zacmanu
ItalyNothing
This hostel is great !! Nice rooms, good beds with curtains, kitchen and facilities available. Common areas and relax area super nice, staff really helpful and kind . Super recommended 👌
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 August 2024
Irena
Isle of ManIt's one of the best places I have ever been. It is clean, comfy, and a perfect location, and staff is more than great. I will stay there again, definitely. Thank you very much.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Selvan
United KingdomNot much engagement with the customer. Might be appreciated if had few in group or in house activities.
The property was so clean and very neat. It was very appreciative that they manage to keep it so clean. They had good space for kitchen and leisure activities like chill out room . The place is very close to the st ives beaches and market street very affordable and easy for travelers.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 7 August 2024
Victoria
United KingdomComfortable bed
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 August 2024
Emma
United KingdomWomen’s toilets are located upstairs in bathroom.
The property has a great location, facilities and plenty of space to feel comfortable in all areas. The property is clean and tidy with a great welcoming atmosphere.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
James
United KingdomAll of it .
All of it is a wonderful place to stay ✨️
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Marianne
United KingdomBe aware the hostel is used for school groups and while they won't share your dorm, they will use the shared bathrooms & showers
Excellent dorms very comfortable and lovely communal space
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Bear202010
United KingdomThe shower facility is a bit too simple.
Large community area. Each bed has its own curtains to protect privacy. The bed facility is comfortable.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
P
United Kingdomnothing
Clean and tidy. Well equiped kitchen. Very helpful staff. Close to all facilities. Brilliant.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Annie
United KingdomShower is on a timer and you can’t change the temperature.
Very nice social spaces, exceptional kitchen facilities.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
Louise
France- to be noted that bathrooms are not ensuite in rooms but outside: but generally clean and convenient
- very qualified and helpful staff - comfortable and truly spacious common areas - fully equipped and clean kitchen
Stayed in August 2023
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