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Reviews of Palma Guest House This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Palma, Barnoon Hill, St Ives, TR26 1AD, United Kingdom

#16 of 53 B&Bs and inns in St Ives

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 214 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free Wifi

    9.8

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  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable room, great location and sea views to die for. Thank you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing major, but no hooks anywhere on doors to hang eg coats, towels etc. And would prefer a summer duvet rather than 10.5 tog.

    Sea views to die for! Comfortable and light room and warm welcome.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    10
    Pat is a most gracious host , the accomodation is the best thing in st Ives
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location amazing,top of the town

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not a problem for us, but steep stairs to the bedroom, a steep walk uphill to the house, and another steep walk to a convenient car park atop the hill.

    Spectacular location with a sweeping bay window view of St. Ives and the Harbour. Phenomenal view. Caring and helpful host, Pat, will greet you with warmth and charm. Minutes from the Tate and all attractions of town. Highest recommendation.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    9.0
    Friendly hosts and excellent location/views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    We stayed in Palma guest house between 30th April and 5th May 2024. Our room was at the corner of the top floor and had one of the best views we've ever had in a guest house/hotel before. The location was excellent, just a few minutes from the centre of the town, Tate Modern and Porthmeor Beach. It was always a delight being greeted by Pat in the morning when we left or in the afternoon/evening when we came back and made us feel as if were visiting family. Pat's daughter was responsible for the cleaning and we believe we've never seen such a clean bathroom before. Our room was serviced daily and it made us feel very welcome each time we came back from a long day of exploring and sightseeing. Thank you so much for everything and we'll see you again! E&Y

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great view . Calm

    Nice setting lovely lady

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful view in St..Ives
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Road to access the Guest house is a 25% incline!

    Grest view. Very nice host.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location with beautiful views. Lovely lady running it.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 4, 2024

    10
    couldn’t have wished for a better long weekend getaway!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The view is obviously stunning but also the kindness of the landlady contributes to a homey and cozy feeling :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: November 15, 2023

    8.0
    Just what I needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location and kind and attentive owner

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2023

    8.0
    Would stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bedroom can accommodate two, but it's best suited to one. Luckily I was staying with my mom and so we were very comfortable with each other. Overall, in the UK, we have found that they prefer Double beds, rather than Queen or King. So it's a tight sleep and you better be comfortable with whoever you share a room with. We also didn't love the bathroom - the shower was really complex to use and hard to figure out and was the ONLY reason we were happy we only had two nights there. The faucet and shower heads were not ideal for the size of shower and water would get everywhere and the water flow was kind of painful due to the tight squeeze. There wasn't really enough information about arrival at the train station. Heads up for anyone not local/not from the uk - when you arrive, there are no taxi's and the bus information is not present at the station because if you arrive after hours it's all closed up and there is no posted info or phone numbers for arrival pickups. It would have been nice if there was someplace to sit outside as well, due to the tight space in the room.

    The view from the bedroom was incredible - seriously beautiful - and we felt so happy and so lucky that not only did we have a great view, but that the windows opened and we could have fresh air. That was so so important to us! The woman who runs the Bed and Breakfast is so sweet, also, and very kind. The location of this property is so perfect with easy walking to the restaurants and shopping available in St. Ives. We also *really* loved that our room locked with a skeleton key and the furniture in the room is vintage Hollywood Regency and includes the most beautiful armoire for your closet use. The Armoire is big and had room for us to hang our things and also store our suitcases and bags. We are "carry-on" only travlers so it was easeful for us. Heads up to weary travelers - there are stairs only and the proprietor is a senior so you are carrying your things up the stairs to your room, we were fine with this. So fun and cute and a really unique way to stay in St. Ives and explore Cornwall. Staying here made us feel as if we would like to return and stay longer - off season. What a beautiful place to visit!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really friendly guest house owner, made us feel super welcome. Room was clean and decorated in cozy traditional furniture. Very nice location for St Ives also, pretty much 5-10 mins to get to anything in all directions on foot

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing views and wonderful host Pat who was so welcoming and helpful

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The booking was board only .The owners and family were very helpful and even booked meals for us and arranged taxis. Very kind people.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 17, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Amazing views from the room, great location a stone's throw away from harbour. Clean and tidy and free tea and coffee in the room.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    What a wonderful place this is! The room we stayed in (room 3) has a sea view which is absolutely exceptional. Wake up to a sunrise! Bed was comfortable and room was so very light and pretty. The shower was amazing. The owner was extremely accommodating, warm and friendly. Thoroughly recommend. 😍

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The owner and her daughter were lovely, very welcoming and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 9, 2023

    8.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to pay cash which was a hassle because I had to go to a cash withdrawal machine

    Beautiful view, nice room & lovely personnel

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 6, 2023

    8.0
    Amazing view and a very accommodating host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing other than there was no breakfast provided (This was made clear on booking though)

    Absolutely amazing view from the room

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 25, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely guest house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just a caution, like much of st ives, it is set on a hill! Still an excellent central location ,we lived it!

    Wonderful view, very comfortable ... Lovely owner, so helpful

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 24, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful views, comfortable, helpful and friendly hosts.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All as expected. Breakfast was not provided as advertized but would be a welcome addition if was possible.

    Guest house was advertized as bed only. Propriators very helpful ringing for taxi's and booking tables at restaurant locally for a late evening meal.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    10
    Beautiful room with a beautiful view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stunning view from our room , prime location only a few minutes away from the harbour and shops. Pat was so warm and welcoming and allowed us to check in early which we really appreciated

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Brilliant location. Wonderful view of the harbour.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2023

    9.0
    Very enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing it was perfect.

    Perfect Location great owners very friendly and help full we will return again very soon

    Stayed in August 2023

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