Booked on the Internet having read the reviews. Not disappointed. The Monterey is in a lovely location near Tate and town, super views, great service. Our room 'The Porthmeor' had a kingsized bed, big shower, modern and stylishly decorated, exactly as the picture on screen. Linda and David friendly hosts, breakfasts great with different fruits and cooked breakfast each day. One evening was raining so we stayed in. Linda gave me two wine glasses so we sat and looked at the view and drank our wine.
Tips - we came by train Club 55, got Ace taxi to Monterey, ate Alba, The Mermaid and The Firehouse, all excellent. Great bird watching at the Hayle estuary (bus or train to Lelant Saltings). Great bus service, everyone around is friendly.

We stayed for a week,we had a nice time.
David and Linda were friendly and welcoming.
The guest house is in a good location and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
It is very clean and homely and well presented,we wouldnt hesitate to reccommend a stay at the monterey.

We've stayed in St. Ives regulalry over ther last ten years but our normal B&B had stopped trading, however it was a delight to find this one instead. We arrived late on Friday night, however this was no problem. Our room was a small white double on the first floor, which was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated with a cute walk in shower room.
We stayed for 3 nights and were particularly impressed with the delicious breakfasts which featured a choice of fruit and cereal and the cooked breakftasts which were slightly different every day.
Monterey is wonderfully located for the Tate, the main street and the beach, with thoughtfully provided windbreaks available in the front porch to borrow. Another fabulous touch was the basked of 'extras's on the landing for if you fancied a different flavour biscuit to the one in your room or a hot chocolate for example. Overall, this is a lovely B&B, perfectly situated for an lazy stay in St. Ives.

Following a stay 2 years ago I had no reservation in my choice of accomodation. The stunning views of Porthmeor beach are matched by the hospitality offered by Linda and David. Comfortable, spacious rooms, a fine breakfast, a home from home. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and was made to feel welcome and relaxed and I look foward to staying again soon.