"This is an attractive and airy hostel where surfers, hikers, and art-lovers cross paths. The first floor is common lounge space, with lots of color and decoration, and usually a cloud of smoke in the air. There's a TV, lots of sofas, game tables, and a beach bar where guests relax and mingle after long days surfing or exploring St. Ives. Internet access is expensive, but travellers can use the Internet for 30 minutes free at the library down the block. There is no building curfew, but an unusual rule that you must clear the common areas... more »