Hotels in Devon England United Kingdom

Looking out to sea, in the beautiful, unspoilt fishing village of Beer on the East Devon coast, this charming inn offers tasty food, fine wines, good beers, en suite rooms and a cliff-top beer garden. Originally dating back to the 19th century, when it was a coastguard lookout, this charming colour-washed building now houses a cosy, traditional inn. The cliff-top beer garden has magnificent sea views and in the winter, the bars are kept warm and cosy with real open fires. With stunning panoramic sea views, the bar and restaurant specialises in fresh, locally caught seafood, with a wide range of other dishes also available. There is a comprehensive wine list and a selection of fine real ales, as you would expect from an inn located in the village of Beer. The en suite rooms are tastefully furnished and attractively decorated. All have TVs, telephones, ironing facilities and tea/coffee. Some rooms have sea views.

Situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, this environmentally-led and ethical guest house offers a friendly welcome and well-equipped, comfortable en suite rooms. Individually decorated to a high standard, each room includes a private en suite bathroom. Some rooms also have views over Walkham Valley towards the High Moors. Overcombe House is a popular licensed guest house located between Tavistock and Plymouth. Quality facilities and personal service are offered in a relaxed, homely atmosphere. Breakfasts at Overcombe feature local, homemade, organic and fair trade produce. The guest house is committed to using West Country food producers in the kitchen and for in-room hospitality.

Situated right on the beach, South Sands is a stunning boutique hotel with a beachside restaurant and modern rooms. There is free Wi-Fi and free private parking. In South Sands Bay, the elegant rooms feature minibars, and some rooms have juliette balconies. A full English breakfast is provided. With striking views, the beachside restaurant serves a fine menu featuring fresh fish and seafood. The stylish bar has a terrace area, and offers refreshing cocktails.

Immersed within over 2 acres of private gardens and woodlands, this country house hotel boasts a tranquil setting on the steep slopes of the magnificently wooded Heddon Valley. Heddon’s Gate Hotel boasts a relaxed and friendly atmosphere within comfortable and peaceful surroundings, complemented by superb views of the valley. All en-suite bedrooms are individually designed. Originally built as a hunting lodge in the 1890’s, Heddon’s Gate has been sympathetically extended over the decades.

Churston Court is situated in Churston, near the hamlet of Galmpton, is set in the heart of the English Rivera. It offers a bar, restaurant and free Wi-Fi in the public areas. This Grade 1 listed 12th-century manor house features large ingle nook fires and walls covered in original paintings, portraits, tapestries, armour and mirrors. The rooms all have en suite facilities with free toiletries, as well as a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Many have four poster beds, walk in showers and roll top baths. Enjoy a candlelit dinner in the à la carte restaurant where the food is sourced locally and the fish is supplied each day from the local fishing fleet in Brixham. A cooked breakfast is served in the morning. Walk to the sea in about 10 minutes and discover Elbury Cove and Broadsands Beach. Brixham harbour is one mile away and the resorts of Paignton and Torbay are easy to get to.

Nestled in a wooded valley, Gidleigh Park boasts 107 acres of mature grounds, within the wilds of Dartmoor. With a fine dining restaurant, this estate is just 6 minutes’ drive from Chagford. This quintessential country house hotel has free Wi-Fi throughout and offers individually styled accommodation with views over the grounds. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom. The self-contained cottage boasts an open plan living area and 2 bedrooms. In the mornings, Gidleigh Park serves full English breakfast, with continental options. The restaurant serves imaginative dishes, prepared using locally sourced produce. The kitchen garden provides fresh herbs and fruit. Meals can be complemented by a fine wine from the large wine cellar. The Gidleigh Park estate offers several walking routes and a boot room for guests’ use. The grounds are also home to resident honeybees. The country house is ideally located for exploring the popular local route which follows Mariners Way, between Kestor and Gidleigh. Free private parking is available in the grounds.

Set within a private rural estate on the banks of the River Yealm and within 6 miles of Plymouth, Kitley House Hotel and Restaurant boasts 600 acres of grounds with a lake and free Wi-Fi. The historic Grade I listed Kitley House features a sweeping staircase leading up to traditionally furnished rooms with panoramic views. The spacious rooms offer a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. In the mornings, the hotel provides a breakfast menu. The award-winning Kitley House Restaurant and Bar overlooks the lake and serves creative meals, made using local and regional produce. The house’s grounds are classified as a South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and are always open for bird watchers and walkers. The hotel also offers ample private car parking and Plymouth Railway Station is just a 15-minute drive away.

On a cliff top overlooking Braunton Burrows, The Saunton Sands Hotel features a spa, 2 swimming pools and a popular restaurant. With views of Saunton Beach, it also offers free parking. The elegant rooms have modern, en suite bathrooms with free toiletries. Rooms also feature a TV, tea and coffee facilities and Wi-Fi access. The Restaurant offers formal dining and a seasonal menu, and the casual Terrace Lounge has wonderful views. The Sands On The Beach is set on the beachfront, and serves a selection of snacks. The Saunton Sands has an impressive health facilities, with a fitness centre and sauna. There are indoor and outdoor pools, a tennis and squash court, mini golf and a snooker room. Table tennis and golf are also available. Exmoor National Park is only a 20-minute drive away. Dartmoor National Park can be reached in an hour, and Braunton is just 5 minutes away.

Featuring a terrace, Harvest Cottage offers accommodation in Sidbury with access to free WiFi and mountain views. With garden views, this accommodation features a terrace. With direct access to a patio, this holiday home comes with 1 separate bedroom and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player are featured. Torquay is 22.4 miles from the holiday home. Exeter International Airport is 8.7 miles from the property.

The 4-star Lydford Country House is set amongst 8 acres of grounds within Dartmoor National Park. Lydford Gorge is a 15-minute walk away. The spacious bedrooms at Lydford House have tea/coffee facilities and most have free Wi-Fi access. All rooms have an LCD TV and modern bathroom, and some have scenic views across Dartmoor. Guests can enjoy a drink with a homemade scone in the the lounge with a log burner, or relax on the terrace. The reception sells various alcoholic drinks. Lydford is set in a grand Victorian house, and the magnificent gardens feature quiet terraces and pretty ponds. Lydford Country House leads onto the Granite Way Trail, and is surrounded by breathtaking walks. There is free parking, and the moorland market towns of Tavistock and Okehampton are a 15-minute drive away. The Cornish north coast, South Devon coast and the Eden Project are all less than an hour's drive away.

Sea Trout Inn is a traditional inn with a conservatory restaurant. It dates from the 15th century and is in the beautiful Dart Valley near Totnes. Awarded a 4-star Silver Award by VisitBritain in 2010, this Inn has en suite rooms, some of which overlook the pretty patio garden. Some rooms have a shower, some have a bath, and others have both. The fine-dining restaurant serves modern British cuisine, and 2 individual bar areas offer fresh, homemade pub food to a very high standard. Advanced booking is recommended. Blackpool Sands and Dartmouth Harbour are within easy reach. Buckfast Abbey can be reached via the steam train from Staverton Station.

In the heart of Combe Martin, Acorns Guest House is centrally located for exploring the beautiful North Devon coastline. The beach is just 3 minutes’ walk away and free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. The guest house has its own covered carport for motor bikes which is free to use. Acorns Guest House offers 4-star accommodation with en suite bathrooms with showers, tea/coffee facilities and flat-screen TVs. Many rooms also feature impressive coastal views. Built in the late Victorian period, the charming guest house is situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park. Combe Martin village is just 3 minutes’ walk away, and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is 2 miles from Acorns Guest House. Full English breakfasts made from local produce are served daily in the dining room. Combe Martin village has a number of pubs and restaurants, and free parking is available on-site.

As one of the most remote B&Bs in central Dartmoor, the secluded Wydemeet has footpaths in every direction just from the garden gate. Featuring a hot tub, free WiFi and free private parking on site, it is just 20 minutes' drive from the A38 road, which leads to both Exeter and Plymouth. All guest rooms are en-suite and furnished with deep-pile carpets, antiques and original watercolours on the walls. Bathrooms offer luxury toiletries, while bedrooms include 100% Egyptian cotton linen. Guests are welcomed with tea and cake, or a glass of chilled white wine and crisps. Guests can also relax in the garden on a sun lounger, while their children play on the swing and watch the Dartmoor ponies, sheep and belted Galloway cattle roaming outside on the moor. Located in the wildest part of high Dartmoor, Wydemeet is in an area likeable to the Highlands of Scotland. The property offers easy access to outdoor activities such as horse riding, kayaking, fishing, bird watching, and mountain climbing. The market town of Tavistock is a 25-minute drive from the B&B. Home to a famous prison, the village of Princetown is just 4 miles away. Prince Hall Hotel is a 45-minute walk across the moor. Open all day, it provides lunch, tea and dinner.

Nestled amid 45 acres of picturesque parkland with 3 fishing lakes, this charming hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi, and is situated in Dunkeswell, Devon. Dating back to 1201, Lakeview Manor has maintained its original features, including exposed beams and sloping ceilings. All rooms have en suite facilities and hospitality trays, and some have parkland views. The Restaurant at Lakeview Manor creates home-cooked meals from fresh local produce, served in a relaxed atmosphere. Its famous hog roasts can serve up to 80 people. The bar hosts locally brewed Otter ales for a true taste of Devon. The main lake covers 2 acres and is well stocked with carp, tench, rudd and perch. There are many outstanding sea-fishing venues nearby. Devon has over 40 golf courses, and recommendations can be given.

Situated in the centre of a small conservation town, this respectfully converted 16th century house offers quality cuisine in a tranquil location. Built around 1520, this thatched, former wool merchant's house is joined by an adjacent bakehouse. Both surround a secluded and colourful courtyard garden, ideal for relaxation on sunny days. When not resting in one of four beautifully equipped en suite bedrooms, a guest lounge and an oak-beamed dining room is available. Using only locally-produced foods, each meal is prepared to an extremely high standard. Located between the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, The Old Bakehouse is an excellent base from which to explore the stunning Devon countryside.