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Ellena Sent on 15/04/2025Best Wedding Day Ever!
Thanks to the Harbour team our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. We chose the Harbour hotel because we’ve had so many happy memories in St Ives and it holds a special place in our hearts. The setting is beautiful overlooking Porthminster beach (Where we had some beautiful photos!). The Harbour suite blew us away with the sea view back drop.
The events team were amazing from start to finish and so attentive to all our needs. Bliss, Abi and Kelsie completely blew us away. I felt like nothing was too much and they made wedding planning a positive experience. They were completely transparent and there were no hidden fees.
On the day they helped us to feel so relaxed. Everything ran smoothly and all staff were friendly and approachable. They dealt and managed the 120++ excitable guests extremely well. The food and service were outstanding, with the chocolate brownie and pasties being a real hit!
The team put Guinness on draft especially for us as we mentioned we had lots of Irish Guinness drinking guests! ( we didn't even have to ask!)
We stayed in the Harbour Hotel from Thursday to Monday with the wedding on Saturday. The events team upgraded us to a beautiful suite on the Thursday night to help fit all our extra wedding bits. The Bridal suite was absolutely stunning and made the wedding morning so much fun, with a bridal breakfast delivered to us whilst getting ready.
The Events team also brought us a beautiful gift of two personalised 'Mr & Mrs' mugs. This was so unexpected and thoughtful!
All our guests are still telling us what an amazing day and location it was! We wish we could do it all again! If you are considering booking this venue, do not think twice!Harbour Hotel St Ives's reply:
Ellie & Connor,
Thank you so much for your glowing review. We are so pleased that your wedding day was everything you dreamt of and more.
St Ives is such a beautiful place to get married and we are overjoyed that we were able to be part of your special day.
I am so pleased you found the staff friendly and approachable, that the food was outstanding and that the draft Guinness was a hit!
I will pass your lovely feedback onto all the team involved.
Thank you for sharing your wedding photos with us too - they are beautiful and a great way to remember your special day.
Please do come back to see us when you are in St Ives. We hope to welcome you back here for many years to come and create more special memories in St Ives.
Best wishes
Bliss Festorazzi
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Naomi Sent on 13/05/2026AMAZING venue and staff!
We found this venue from the hitched website while looking for 'package' weddings. We wanted an 'all in one' place where we could stay, have the ceremony and party and we were initially struck by the sea view image and immediately booked a visit. The staff were fabulous and friendly and we booked our date the same day. With just 6 months to plan and execute, the staff were super friendly and helpful every step of the way, answering calls and emails on every little detail. The day itself was perfect and our guests complimented how seamless the day felt which we totally agree with! The staff ensured everything was taken care of and helped in every way possible. The food was also a hit! Wedding food can often be a bit bland but the food was SO GOOD, again with many complimenting how surprised they were to have such tasty wedding food! It was nice to have a lot of space on the day and we were so lucky with the weather as we were able to wander down to the beach for private bride and groom photos. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone, we have absolutely no regrets and wish we could do it all over again! Naomi and Codi Morton
Harbour Hotel St Ives's reply:
Naomi & Codi,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It was an absolute pleasure to be part of such a special day. We’re so pleased that from your very first visit you felt welcomed and supported, and that our team could help make the planning process smooth and enjoyable, especially with just six months to bring everything together!
We’re delighted to hear how much you and your guests enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, and the closest of Porthminster beach for your photos.
Thank you again for trusting us with your wedding day and for taking the time to leave this lovely review. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together, and we hope to see you again soon!
Best wishes
Bliss
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Charlotte Sent on 10/05/2026Wedding of Charlotte & Alex 10.04.26
The day was everything we wanted and more! We are so grateful to the team at St Ives Harbour Hotel. Right from our first visit, everyone was so friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble and you put any of our worries at ease. Special shout out to Bliss, Maddie and Kelsie who were always quick to respond to our questions and were absolutely fantastic on the day itself. You made everything run so smoothly! Our guests were all blown away with the venue, food and how well organised everything was. We are so grateful, even down to the lovely personalised mugs that were gifted to us on the day. We highly recommend to any other couples considering booking. You will not be disappointed!Harbour Hotel St Ives's reply:
Charlotte & Alex,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Maddie, Kelsie and I are so pleased to read all of your wonderful comments from your first visit up until the wedding day itself. It was our pleasure hosting such a love-filled day here, and I am so pleased that you and your guests were blown away with everything.
Wishing you all the best in your newly married life together and we hope to see you again at the hotel very soon.
Best wishes,
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Sharon Sent on 10/12/2025120/100 Service and a Day We’ll Never Forget
We had our wedding at the St Ives Harbour Hotel and honestly, it was perfection from start to finish. The customer service alone deserves 120/100 — the team were incredible throughout the whole journey. From the planning stage, answering my endless questions, regular catch-ups, all the way to the execution on the big day, they were on top of everything and made us feel completely supported.
The venue itself was a dream. Sea-facing, bright, sunny, and beautifully spacious with both indoor and outdoor areas — you really can’t ask for more. Our guests were blown away by the view, and so were we.
And the food… absolutely delicious. Everyone kept telling us how much they enjoyed it.
Most importantly, it was a totally stress-free experience for me as a bride. I genuinely got to enjoy the day without worrying about anything, because the team handled it all so smoothly.
One of the sweetest touches was the little gift they gave us to celebrate our wedding — such a thoughtful gesture and something we’ll never forget.
Truly unforgettable day at an unforgettable venue. Highly, highly recommend.Harbour Hotel St Ives's reply:
Sharon & Jeffery,
Thank you so much for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are so pleased to read your kind words about the customer service throughout the planning stage and on the day itself, our beautiful wedding spaces and the food. I can see you have shared some photos on Hitched too which are absolutely beautiful. It was so lovely to look through them and relive the day with you again.
We are so pleased that you enjoyed every moment and that you liked the gift too. We hope that you enjoy many drinks from them and that they remind you of your day forever.
Thank you once again for choosing us as your wedding venue. We are overjoyed to have made your day unforgettable and wish you both a lifetime of happiness together.
Please pop in and see us whenever you are in the area.
Best wishes
All the team at Harbour Hotel St Ives x -
Adrian Sent on 01/12/2025
A Wonderful Place!
Having the staff at The Harbour Hotel, St. Ives take care of everything was a brilliant experience. From day one, they made us feel right at home, and nothing was ever off limits. They went above and beyond in planning the day, including the vendors we chose and those they referred us to, and the day itself was orchestrated perfectly.
The hotel itself worked well for the vision Carrie and I had, with its sea views, colours, and friendly atmosphere. A short walk to the beach on the day made the sunset magical, and everyone enjoyed some sandy feet and took a short paddle. Your food was brilliant, and the service from the hotel staff, not just on the wedding day itself but throughout the entire lead-up, was fantastic.
In everything you did for us, you were meticulous and ensured we considered every detail. This gave us peace of mind on the day, and throughout that, you were fully on top of everything - you’ve done this all before, so you’re the experts!
The hotel rooms are perfect for wedding days, and, of course, they were clean, tidy, and all details were thought of.
We can’t thank you enough for making our special day memorable and one we’ll never forget. We wish we could relive it! 100% recommend you, your team, your hotel, and the location to anyone! We’ll be back soon! It has a special place in our hearts.
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Annabelle Sent on 19/09/2025The Walters perfect day
Our day was hand on heart, perfect from start to finish. We literally had to worry about nothing on the day. Abi was absolutely brilliant leading up to the day and on the day. Honestly couldn’t thank her and the team more. All the logistical details were taken care of, and it was genuinely a hassle free process from handover the day before to leaving the day after. So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they’ve been to ever and that the venue was absolutely gorgeous. We chose this venue for the views and the packages were really good and didn’t change across the different months of the year. It did help we had glorious sunshine all day. Wish we could relive this magical day over and over. And we loved the little gift from the hotel we found when we returned to our room for the night. Forever cherished memories.Harbour Hotel St Ives's reply:
Annabelle & Jack,
Thank you so much for your lovely words, it truly means the world to us. We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your day was everything you dreamed of and more. Abi and the entire team will be over the moon to know they helped make your wedding day so seamless and special. It’s wonderful to hear your guests had such a great time too.
We’re so glad the little touches made your day even more memorable, and that you felt taken care of from start to finish. It was an absolute honour to be part of your celebration, and we hope those cherished memories stay with you forever.
Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness!
Bliss Festorazzi
Wedding & Events Sales Manager -
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Helen Sent on 18/09/2025The Perfect Day
The hotel staff were warm, friendly, relaxed and made the whole experience from start to finish enjoyable with zero stress!
For the beautiful views and within walking distance to the beach, I was expecting to pay over the odds, but it was a bargain!
We had quotes from various other venues inland and without the gorgeous setting, and they were all more expensive!
The venue is stunning, light, spacious, and with those beautiful blue waters behind you, it’s the perfect place!Harbour Hotel St Ives's reply:
Hello Helen & Jason,
Firstly, a huge thank you for your wonderful review! It really means the world to the team to read your kind words.
We’re so pleased you enjoyed your wedding day with us and that the whole experience, from start to finish, was stress-free and enjoyable. It was such a pleasure to be part of your special day and to see everything come together so beautifully.
We’re beyond excited to welcome you back over Christmas and can’t wait to see you both again at the hotel!
Best wishes,
Erin Cameron
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