Top Houseboats in St Ives in 2026

A coastal town with historic buildings, a sandy beach, and numerous boats in the water.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Save instantly and earn perks with One Key
Learn about One Key
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

In two weeks

In two months

In three months

In four months

No exact matches found, but these alternatives could be just right

Recommended hotels in St Ives

1. Tregenna Castle Resort

St Ives

james

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

2. The St Ives Bay Hotel

St Ives

Yogita

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

3. Trevose Harbour House

St Ives

Walter

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

4. Pedn Olva

St Ives

Nancy

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

5. The Nook

St Ives

shivani

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

6. Harbour View House

St Ives

Marvin

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

7. Uno - St Ives

St Ives

Aryan

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

8. The Badger Inn

St Ives

Ian

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

9. Beautiful and Cosy Garden Pod Saintives

St Ives

"The Pod was amazing, we don’t think the photos do it justice! We had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay and would love to visit again. Kevin and Michelle have thought of everything and were excellent with communicating details for directions and check in/out times. The location is brilliant, so close to St Ives and Carbis Bay, and the main bus route is right on the main road. Would highly recommend to anyone considering staying here. "

Rebecca

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

10. Cosy cottage on pretty cobbled lane by the harbour

St Ives

Lars W.

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

11. WOODLAND RETREAT - Summer school holiday dates still available.

Lelant

"The setting was perfect, the description of a woodland retreat was spot on. We loved sitting gazing out at the squirrels playing in the trees and were lucky enough to have them come up to the door and peer in. After leaving out almonds for them we had daily visits.Seagulls Rest was beautifully styled, it felt welcoming and cosy. Thank.you to Tina who was so helpful with our enquiries. We had an amazing stay, and holiday. "

Niki K.

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

12. Seagulls Nest

St Ives

Janet

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

St Ives

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

19. 8 Rosewall Cottages

St Ives

"We had a great stay during the very hot UK weather. The cottage stayed comfortable and relatively cool though as it is well sheltered and shaded. Comfortable sofas and beds, well equipped kitchen, good water pressure for the showers and simple check in and check out process. A quick 5 - 10 min walk in to town and a moderate climb back up which wasn't too bad. Plenty of beaches, shops and bars near by and a great convenient location in St Ives to stay. The only other thing to note is that the...

Simon

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Seaside Retreat

St Ives

Melanie

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

View all properties

Find holiday rentals that suit your style

Cottages

Private holiday homes

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Top St Ives Hotel Reviews

Headland House Luxury B&B

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful stay at Headland House. Fenella was incredibly helpful and made sure that our stay was fantastic. The room was very high quality and the bed was really comfortable. They had great amenities, such as beach towels and mats to borrow, as well as coffees and hot chocolates in the room. The location is really convenient, so close to the beach and to the train station - the views are beautiful! The breakfast was brilliant and the cake of the day was a really lovely touch too. We will definitely be back 😊"

The Mustard Tree

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful B&B. The owners were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable, we had a nice view out on to the sea. The breakfast was wonderful, too - great variety of foods, fresh and local ingredients! We did enjoy the location - it’s a short walk to the beach in Carbis Bay and the perfect location for exploring surrounding areas. We would love to come back in the future."

Beechwood House

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely 5 night stay here. Location is excellent. We initially planned to stay in St Ives but due to the parking situation decided to stay in Carbis Bay instead. And there is parking spaces at the property as well as on street parking When we checked in , the lady was friendly and helpful The room was clean, bed was comfortable, shower was great, had free wifi and fridge was stocked with juice, yoghurts, pastries as well as there being tea and coffee available and milk Location was perfect. It’s a 5/10 min walk from Carbis Bay beach, which is a lovely, chilled out beach that looks absolutely beautiful. We had a wander to the next beach across through a lovely scenic route in the hills Also St Ives is a 3/4 minute train ride from Carbis bay, or a nice Half hour walk Finally there were also some great places to eat nearby, we had an amazing fish and Chips at Becks which is just a few minutes walk away, had a couple of great meals at The Gannet and also picked up some yummy cakes from Yvettes Pantry which was a 10min walk away There is also a Costcutter right next to the property which came in handy, as well as a Tesco roughly 10/15mins away"

Find out more about St Ives

St Ives Houseboats information

Number of reviews	2,792
Accommodation	0 Houseboats
Lowest Price	£56
Highest Price	£477

Frequently asked questions

How much do houseboats in St Ives cost?

Houseboats in St Ives range between £56 and £477 per night. These unique getaways combine adventure on the water with the comforts you need at a surprisingly affordable price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Are there any family-friendly houseboats in St Ives?

If you're on your way to St Ives and want a family-friendly houseboat, you can't beat Ocean Warden. Enjoy long, relaxed days on the water on board this 3-star floating stay, which offers complimentary breakfast and housekeeping services. After climbing aboard and kicking back together in your cosy digs, it's time to discover some of the local sights. St. Michael's Mount and Carbis Bay Beach are just two family-friendly attractions in St Ives.

Why book your houseboat in St Ives with Expedia?

Reserving a houseboat in St Ives is as easy as entering your travel dates and picking the option that satisfies your needs. Want a floating retreat that's low cost or luxurious, or a stay that also features a hot tub and free WiFi? Use Expedia's search filters to narrow your results even further and find the perfect fit.

How can I find cheap houseboats in St Ives?

If you're seeking fabulous deals on houseboats in St Ives, it's wise to add some filters to your search. You can sort your results by price so that the cheapest options show up first. Then, change your filters to match your budget. Expedia will help you find your perfect floating stay whatever your budget or plans.

What is there to do in St Ives near my houseboat?

St Ives has enough sights and experiences to keep you entertained for weeks (or months!), starting with Carbis Bay Beach. Porthminster Beach, Porthmeor Beach and Tate St. Ives are other fantastic attractions. If you're in town for longer, West Cornwall Golf Club and Porthgwidden Beach are nice final touches to your itinerary.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

St Ives Holiday Rentals

Search Houseboats in St Ives

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Recommended hotels in St Ives

1. Tregenna Castle Resort

2. The St Ives Bay Hotel

3. Trevose Harbour House

4. Pedn Olva

5. The Nook

6. Harbour View House

7. Uno - St Ives

8. The Badger Inn

9. Beautiful and Cosy Garden Pod Saintives

10. Cosy cottage on pretty cobbled lane by the harbour

11. WOODLAND RETREAT - Summer school holiday dates still available.

12. Seagulls Nest

13. Escape to 'Mermaid's Cove' apartment sleeps 4 by the sea

14. Lifeboat Inn

15. Green Apple Bed and Breakfast

16. 5 Lyonesse Apartments

17. The Lighthouse

18. Ammil Bespoke

19. 8 Rosewall Cottages

20. Seaside Retreat

Find holiday rentals that suit your style

Top St Ives Hotel Reviews

Headland House Luxury B&B

Find out more about St Ives

St Ives Houseboats information

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia