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The Hotels and Inns at a Glance

Hotels In Devon and Dorset

Hotels and Inns are listed according to county. Simply scroll down the page and click on the name of the hotel for further details.  Hotels and inns new to the site are marked

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COUNTY

NAME OF HOTEL / INN

AMENITIES

ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS AT THE  HOTEL OR NEARBY

Devon The Three Crowns Hotel, CHAGFORD 13th Century inn: mullioned windows, oak beams, four poster beds. Function room, weddings Skittle alley, folk evenings, walking, fishing, golfing
The Hoops Inn,  HORNS CROSS, NEAR CLOVELLY, BIDEFORD Thatched 13th century inn oozing olde worlde charm. Candlelit restaurant, bars. En-suite accommodation, some with antique furnishings and four poster beds. Lovely thatched inn ideally situated close to picturesque Clovelly and the Devon coast
Penhaven Country House Hotel
PARKHAM near BIDEFORD
Stylish country house hotel in relaxing setting. Award winning restaurant, comfortable bedrooms including a four poster. Beautiful grounds. Tranquil setting near Bideford, ideal location for exploring North Devon
Blue Ball Inn
COUNTISBURY, LYNMOUTH
Historic Exmoor country inn. Log fire, real ale, fine wines, excellent food. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms. Children and dogs welcome. Located on Exmoor in an area of outstanding beauty, close to the famous Dune Valley
The Dolphin Inn
KINGSTON
Historic country pub. 3 comfortable en-suite bedrooms. Excellent home cooked food, real ales, beer garden. Lovely setting in the heart of South Devon in picturesque Kingston village near Bigbury.
Cott Inn
DARTINGTON, TOTNES
Delightful historic Inn. Old world bar with exposed beams and open fireplace. Informal dining, also low-beamed non-smoking restaurant. 7 en-suite bedrooms.  Probably one of the most photographed inns in the country Situated in the beautiful Dart valley, close to the historic town of Totnes
Dukes
SIDMOUTH
Dukes is different: it is a stylish, contemporary yet informal free house, providing comfortable en-suite accommodation and a relaxed continental feel. Patio garden overlooking the sea. Bar, conservatory Situated at the heart of Sidmouth town centre and esplanade
The Rams Head
DOLTON
The Rams Head Inn dates back to somewhere between the 12th and 15th centuries. 6 bedrooms. Located in the village of Dolton which is situated approximately in the centre of Devon,  in a valley just north of the River Torridge with Dartmoor to the south and Exmoor to the north.
The Red Lion Inn
DITTISHAM, DARTMOUTH
Bed and breakfast in en-suite rooms. Three of the guest rooms have outstanding views of the river Dart. Garden. Dining Room, Bar with log fire and traditional ales. Garden with views of River Dart.
The George Hotel
SOUTH MOLTON
The George Hotel, AA 2 Star and 'Visit Exmoor' Hotel of the Year 2006, is a charming 17th century, Grade II listed hotel. 9 comfortable en suite bedrooms, Exmoor bar, a la carte restaurant. Wireless internet available. Located in the centre of South Molton, known as the 'Gateway' to Exmoor. Only 30 minutes from the M5 Jct 27
The Globe Inn
FROGMORE, KINGSBRIDGE
The Globe is an ideal base for all holiday activities. 8 well appointed en-suite bedrooms. Restaurant, bars Situated in the pretty village of Frogmore between Dartmouth and Kingsbridge, in glorious unspoilt South Hams countryside.
The George Hotel
BRAUNTON
Small comfortable 3 Star hotel. Recently lovingly restored. Open all year. Lunch time and dinner menus available. Ample Car Parking. Situated in the heart of the village of Braunton in North Devon
The Pack Horse
SOUTH BRENT
Escape the hurly-burley of modern day life and enjoy old world charm, real food, drink and good company at The Packhorse. Built in medieval times, today it offers comfortable, well equipped bedrooms. Ideally located in the historic village of South Brent close to the A38 Devon Expressway, halfway between Exeter and Plymouth. 15 minutes to the seaside. Ample free parking for guests.
The Tumbling Weir Hotel
OTTERY ST MARY
Family run thatched hotel. Quiet rooms with beautiful views of delightful gardens Tranquil setting between the River Otter and its mill stream. Located 5 minutes walk to the centre of  Ottery St Mary, a 10 minute drive to the coast and Exeter airport and  20 minutes to the centre of Exeter.
The Swan Hotel
BAMPTON
15th century former church ale house now offering more modern fare but in a friendly and comfortable environment. Bampton is a good centre for various sporting activities, walking on Exmoor and a number of NT properties nearby.
Churston Court Inn
CHURSTON Near BRIXHAM
Atmospheric historic Inn offering excellent food, real ales, fine wines. Comfortable en-suite accommodation, four poster rooms. Superb location at the heart of the English Riviera,  just 1 mile from Brixham
The Thorverton Arms
THORVERTON, near EXETER
Delightful 16th century Country Inn. Excellent food, real ales. Comfortable en-suite accommodation. Beautiful setting in village of thatched houses and ford, just 7 miles from Exeter. Ideal for touring both Devon coasts, Exmoor and Dartmoor. Easy access to M5 and A30.
The Bath Hotel
LYNMOUTH
Small historic hotel in Lynmouth North Devon. Dining room, coffee shop, bar and residents lounge. Situated in the heart of the village directly opposite the Lynmouth Harbour and the Lyn River
The Castle Inn
OKEHAMPTON
Featured in Conan Doyle's "The Hound of the Baskervilles",  Built in 1550, slate floors, stone walls and low bowed ceilings. Candlelit restaurant. Cask ales, fine wines, bar snacks, à la carte and table d’hote dishes. The Castle Inn lies on the western slopes of Dartmoor National Park. Situated approximately 5 miles off the A30, about 8 miles from Okehampton and Tavistock.
The Rising Sun Hotel
LYNMOUTH
Thatched 14th century historic smugglers Inn . Nestled in the picturesque harbour of Lynmouth with truly magnificent views of the harbour and Exmoor coastline
Ring Of Bells Inn
NORTH BOVEY
Thatched village Inn dating from the 13th century. Excellent accommodation, locally produced food, local ales, fine wines. Great for walking and exploring Dartmoor. 18 hole Championship Golf Course at nearby 'Bovey Castle'
Cromwell Arms
BOVEY TRACEY
Old coaching inn with much of the building dating back to the 16th century.  AA 3 star Inn rating. All rooms en-suite. Beer garden with views over Dartmoor Situated in the heart of Bovey Tracey – ‘The Gateway to Dartmoor’
The Old Chapel Inn
BIGBURY-ON-SEA
Charming historic country inn with a unique 13th century chapel at it's heart. Fine food, elegant accommodation and a warm welcome.  Four poster room available The Old Chapel Inn's location is just about as good as it gets - nestling above the beautiful golden beaches of Bigbury Bay, in the South Hams area of outstanding natural beauty.
The Fisherman's Cot, BICKLEIGH, Near TIVERTON Attractive inn offers a warm welcome with its beamed ceilings, open fires and beautiful river views from the Waterside Bar. Superb riverside location yet is very conveniently situated with easy access to the M5.
The Royal Castle Hotel
DARTMOUTH - "you'll love it"
Historic hotel and inn on the quayside offering superb accommodation, excellent food, fine wines and ales Picturesque setting on the quayside overlooking the River Dart. Ideally located for visiting the South Hams and south Devon
The Fox and Hounds Hotel
BRIDESTOWE, DARTMOOR
The Fox and Hounds Hotel offers two bars, a restaurant, games room with pool and darts, beer garden and children’s play area outside Situated within Dartmoor National Park; the moor is accessed directly via a trackway behind the Hotel.
The Tower Inn
SLAPTON, KINGSBRIDGE
Tucked away in the centre of  Slapton, the Tower Inn is a haven for lovers of good food, fine wines and real ales. En-suite accommodation. Slapton is a quaint old South Devon village of winding lanes and picturesque cottages, situated between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth, about half a mile inland from the famous Slapton Sands.
The White Hart Hotel, EXETER Historic Inn with lots of character and charm, oak beams, log fires, cosy corners and oodles of history - parts of the hotel date back to the 15th century.  Situated in Exeter, ideal for exploring the South West of England
The Royal Marine Hotel,  COMBE  MARTIN Free House and Hotel overlooking the bay at Combe Martin. Comfortable well-appointed en-suite accommodation. Cosy bar, dining area. Superb situation overlooking the Bay at Combe Martin on the North Devon coast.
The Exeter Inn
BAMPTON
Historic 15th century inn and restaurant. Comfortable en-suite accommodation. Idyllic location in the pretty Exe Valley close to Exmoor. Easy access to the M5 motorway
Heathfield Inn
HONITON
Historic thatched 15th century inn, restaurant. Comfortable en-suite accommodation. Set in the charming town of Honiton in the heart of Devon
Watersmeet Hotel
WOOLACOMBE
Watersmeet Hotel is one of the highest rated Three Star Hotels in the West Country. Candlelit restaurant with views of the coastline and glorious sunsets.  Recreational facilities include heated indoor and outdoor pool with newly installed hot spa and steam room. AA Rosette for Cuisine, ETC Silver Award. Unrivalled location commanding one of the most dramatic settings in the South West, positioned on the waters edge with stunning sea views over the rugged North Devon coastline. Private steps lead directly to the sandy beach.
Easton Court Hotel,  EASTON CROSS, CHAGFORD Glorious thatched 15th century hotel. Library, Bar, Lounge, Candlelit Restaurant. Comfortable en-suite accommodation. Four poster Room . Lovely situation within Dartmoor National park, close to the ancient town of Chagford.

Sampsons Farm Hotel, NEWTON ABBOT

Historic thatched Devon longhouse oozing character and olde worlde atmosphere. Comfortable en-suite accommodation includes four poster room Lovely rural location in village close to Newton Abbot in south Devon

The Barton Cross Hotel, HUXHAM, STOKE CANON, EXETER

Lovely 17th century inn. Cosy lounge/ bar, restaurant. Log fires.. Situated amongst glorious countryside, just five miles from Exeter city centre. Ideal base for exploring Devon.

The White Hart Hotel,  EXETER

Historic city centre hotel. Excellent accommodation, fine food, old world charm and hospitality. Rooms available in original building and 1990's wing. Centrally located in Exeter, ideally placed for exploring Dartmoor, Torquay and Dawlish

The Foxhunters Inn, WEST DOWN, ILFRACOMBE

Historic 300 year old coaching Inn on the beautiful North Devon coast. Excellent food, log fire, outdoor dining in the summer. Ideal for exploring the gorgeous Devon coast with sandy bays and rocky coves. Golf, fishing, swimming, sailing all available locally.
The Old Church House Inn, TORBRYAN, NEWTON ABBOT Lovely 13th century coaching inn oozing olde worlde charm. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms, excellent food, real ales. Ideal base for exploring the glorious south Devon coast and countryside
The Lodge Hotel and Churchill's Bistro, MALBOROUGH, near SALCOMBE Small friendly hotel and bistro with en-suite bedrooms Superb setting in the South Hams between the resorts of Salcombe and Hope Cove
The Red Lion Inn, CLOVELLY Ancient inn. Comfortable bedrooms, all with stunning sea views and refurbished in 1997 in seafaring style. Speciality fish restaurant. Quayside location in unique heritage seaside village, famous for it's donkeys, sea views and picturesque harbour.

The Old Coach House, OTTERY, TAVISTOCK

Lovely 19th Century Coach House built by The Duke of Bedford in 1857, now a luxury hotel. Located in the beautiful Tamar Valley, 15 miles from Plymouth. Ideal base for exploring the West country.
The Forest Inn, HEXWORTHY, Near PRINCETOWN Country Inn with restaurant and lounge, serving Devon beers and cider. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms and bunk house accommodation. Idyllic location in Dartmoor Forest, ideal for walkers, riders, fishermen

Belfry Country Hotel , YARCOMBE, Near HONITON

Luxury Country Hotel and Restaurant in a picturesque hamlet at the gateway to Devon. All rooms en-suite. A haven of good food, peace and relaxation. At the foot of the Blackdown Hills, close to the historic towns of Exeter, Bridport and Lyme Regis, the local countryside is alive with history.

Arundel Arms Hotel LIFTON

Former 18th century coaching inn  offering log fire comfort, caring service and outstanding gourmet food. One of England's premier fishing hotels it owns 20 miles of salmon and trout fishing Occupies a site which dates back to Saxon times in a valley of five rivers on the Devon/Cornwall border

The Waterloo Cross UFFCULME, CULLOMPTON  Near EXETER

The Waterloo Cross enjoys an excellent reputation for fine food.  Sunday lunch is particularly worth stopping for - a traditional roast with all the trimmings. The 12 en-suite bedrooms are well appointed Situated on the Devon/Somerset border just minutes from Junction 27 of the M5

Thelbridge Cross Inn , THELBRIDGE, CREDITON

Picturesque country inn in Mid-Devon dating to 1700's. Beamed ceilings and open log fires. All en-suite. Outstanding cuisine and warm hospitality. Fabulous countryside with Dartmoor to the south and Exmoor to the north. Bickleigh Mill, Tiverton Castle. 'Lorna Doone' stagecoach.
Dorset The Grove Arms
LUDWELL
Charming 17th Century Grade II listed country Inn. Warm, friendly Bars and Restaurants, high standard en-suite accommodation. Situated close to the Dorset / Wiltshire border.
The Fox
ANSTY, DORCHESTER
Inn steeped in history, famous for its food and accommodation. Fox Bar and Lounge, restaurant, garden restaurant Located in the village of Ansty, buried deep in the beautiful Dorset countryside. The Fox Inn is ideally placed for exploring Dorchester, Poole, Weymouth
Marquis of Lorne Inn
NETTLECOMBE, Near BRIDPORT
Award Winning Historic Country Inn. Cosy bars, log fires, traditional ales, warm welcome. Seven en-suite guest rooms. AA 4 Diamonds. RAC 4 Diamonds. Non-smoking restaurant. Idyllic setting in glorious countryside near Bridport and the Dorset coast.
The Stapleton Arms BUCKHORN WESTON, Near SHAFTESBURY    New style country pub with rooms  Four individually furnished bedrooms, state of the art bathrooms. Menu changes daily, features quality food cooked simply with the freshest local ingredients, sensibly priced. Situated on the Somerset / Dorset / Wiltshire border close to the A303, A30 between Shaftesbury and Sherborne. Close to Wincanton Races.
The Fisherman's Haunt
WINKTON Near CHRISTCHURCH
Lovely old-world Hotel, steeped in character, dating back to 1673. Situated in the peaceful setting of the Hampshire - Dorset countryside close to the New Forest, within easy reach of the Christchurch and Bournemouth areas
The Charlton Inn
BLANDFORD FORUM
Traditional Dorset Inn with ceiling beams and log fire serving high quality, good value pub meals.  Modern, well equipped and comfortable en-suite rooms. Custom built disabled accommodation is also available Set in the small village of Charlton Marshall. Perfectly situated for visitors to Blandford, Wimborne and Poole and within 20 minutes’ drive of the channel ferry and Dorset’s beautiful coastline.
The Antelope
POOLE
Famous old coaching house on the high street in Poole. Situated conveniently to Poole Quay, one of the liveliest places in Poole.
The Shave Cross Inn
BRIDPORT
Historic Inn with high quality, newly built accommodation including four poster rooms. Excellent restaurant, real ales, ciders. Superb countryside location close to the Jurassic coast
Langtry Manor Hotel
BOURNEMOUTH
Historic hotel steeped in history and romance, built by Edward VII for his lover Lillie Langrty. Superb cuisine, first class accommodation. Ideally situated just 2 minutes walk from the sea and from the main shopping centre in Bournemouth.
The Anvil Inn,
PIMPERNE,  BLANDFORD FORUM
Beautiful thatched 16th century Inn with excellent en-suite accommodation including a 4 poster Honeymoon Suite. Restaurant, bars, gardens Ideally located for the business or leisure traveller. Bournemouth, Poole, Wareham and Weymouth all less than 40 minutes drive away
The Shah of Persia, POOLE The Shah of Persia offers immaculately furnished main bar and lounge areas and 15 individually designed en-suite rooms. Situated in Poole, Dorset on the beautiful south coast of England.
The Kings Head Hotel, WIMBORNE MINSTER Historic Georgian hotel. Restaurant,  Minster Bar, bar meals, real ales. All the en-suite bedrooms at the hotel are tastefully furnished and well equipped. Close to  Poole and Bournemouth on the beautiful south coast of England.

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