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Carbis Bay Hotel

St. Ives, Cornwall5.0 · 66 reviewsWebsite

Set against the stunning backdrop of its private Blue Flag beach, Carbis Bay Hotel is one of Cornwall’s premier wedding venues. Surrounded by breathtaking coastal scenery, the hotel offers an unforgettable setting where golden sands and turquoise waters create the perfect backdrop for your special day. Combining quintessential Cornish charm with luxurious facilities and spectacular sea views, it i

Venue type
Pub or restaurant
Capacity
2–110 guests (110 seated)
Ceremony licence
Celebration only

About Carbis Bay Hotel

Set against the stunning backdrop of its private Blue Flag beach, Carbis Bay Hotel is one of Cornwall’s premier wedding venues. Surrounded by breathtaking coastal scenery, the hotel offers an unforgettable setting where golden sands and turquoise waters create the perfect backdrop for your special day. Combining quintessential Cornish charm with luxurious facilities and spectacular sea views, it is a truly romantic destination to say “I do.” Facilities & Capacity The hotel is licensed for ceremonies across twelve unique spaces, including its Beach and Ocean Venues, the outdoor pavilion for intimate elopements, and a selection of elegant indoor function suites. In summer 2026, the hotel will also unveil its newest venue, ‘Mor’ by Tom Sellers, adding another exceptional setting for celebrations by the sea. From stylish cocktail receptions to relaxed beachside barbecues overlooking the shoreline, every celebration benefits from sweeping coastal views and an effortlessly elegant atmosphere. When the evening draws to a close, guests can retreat to the hotel’s luxurious Ocean Lodges and Suites, located just steps from the beach. Designed with coastal chic interiors, many feature private hot tubs and plunge pools for the ultimate in comfort and relaxation. Spacious apartments are also available for wedding parties and travelling families, ensuring your closest friends and loved ones can enjoy a memorable overnight stay together. With an indulgent on-site spa and delicious breakfast offerings, every guest is guaranteed a restful and rejuvenating seaside escape. Services Offered Whether your vision is classic and timeless, relaxed and quirky, or grand and glamorous, every wedding at Carbis Bay Hotel is tailored to reflect your unique style and wishes. A dedicated wedding coordinator is on hand throughout the planning journey, offering expert guidance from the first ideas through to the finishing touches. Renowned for its exceptional cuisine, the hotel’s culinary team works closely with each couple to create the perfect dining experience, from bespoke menus to unforgettable wedding breakfasts. Throughout your celebration, you and your guests can expect outstanding service, exquisite food, and an atmosphere designed to make every moment unforgettable.

Facilities, accommodation and access

  • Pet-friendly
  • Confetti permitted
  • Entertainment licence
  • Hairdresser
  • Wedding coordinator
  • Accessible facilities
  • DJ facilities
  • Swimming pool
  • Live band facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
  • Helipad
  • Master of ceremonies/toastmaster

The venue in photographs

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Finding us

Carbis Bay Hotel, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2NP, England

Reviews

5.0 average from 66 reviews

Imported

Our guests want us to hold anniversary parties each year. From pre-wedding BBQ, the day itself and post-wedding (hungover) breakfast, Carbis Bay delivered a constant level of perfection. There is no better location in the UK, the view over the Bay, the proximity to St Ives, a choice of locations to…

Matt · 2026-06-16

Imported

Couldn't recommend Carbis Bay hotel enough as not just a wedding venue but a location for a whole celebration that you're guests will love. The team, Ria, Abi, Phoebe and Sofia, are an absolute dream, making the whole planning process go smoothly. They had an answer for every question we had which…

Merrion · 2026-06-15

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The girls at the Carbis Bay Events Team are great. Nothing is too much to ask, they’re incredibly responsive and they make sure your special day is unique to you. The benefit about Carbis Bay as a venue is that weddings are what they do. They’re well organised, have great connections with other…

Michaela · 2026-06-06

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The wedding team at Carbis Bay Hotel, from the initial venue viewing through to the wedding day, were incredible. From the outset, we felt completely supported—nothing was ever too much trouble, and every question or request was handled with care, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm. The way…

Bradley · 2026-05-12

Imported

Our experience with Carbis Bay Weddings was amazing in every aspect. They were very supportive during our planning phase and quickly answered all our questions or adapted to our needs. We were always treated very professionally though never felt like just “one of their couples”. Our Wedding Day and…

Selina · 2026-05-12

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From start to finish we couldn’t fault anyone in the weddings team at Carbis Bay! From first look around we knew it was where we wanted to get married and was pleasantly surprised to find there was different venues within the estate itself to suit different budgets. We went for the wedding hut as…

Kristina · 2026-05-12

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We booked our April 2026 wedding in June 2024 and from the get go the venue staff have been fantastic. It was a dream of ours for years to get married in the ocean venue, Ria, Abi, Sophia & Phoebe definitely made that dream come true for us. We had the most perfect day, in the most beautiful venue…

Mary · 2026-05-12

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We chose Carbis Bay Hotel & Estate for our wedding celebrations and honestly could not have asked for a more perfect venue. From the moment we booked in July 2024, the entire process was smooth, professional, and stress-free. At the time we were living in Oxfordshire, but the events team (Ria,…

Elise · 2026-05-26

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