Sandy Cove Hotel - Ilfracombe
51.207428, -4.053735Overview
4-star coastal hotel with AA 3 Rosette dining and direct private beach access in North Devon
Award-Winning Dining
The Sandy Cove Hotel holds a listing in the Michelin Guide and two AA 3 Rosette awards for its restaurants. The Seacliff Restaurant offers a 6-course tasting menu using locally sourced ingredients. The Cove Restaurant serves brasserie-style food with sea views stretching to the Welsh coast.
Wellness & Leisure
The hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the Atlantic waves. Guests can use the sauna, steam room, and cold-water ice bucket in the thermal suite. The spa offers yoga classes and sun loungers on the terrace.
Private Beach & Location
Sandy Cove Hotel Ilfracombe has a private beach reached via a scenic woodland path reserved for guests. The hotel is located next to Broadsands Beach with direct access to the cove. Exmoor National Park and the South West Coast Path are within short driving distance.
Room Choices & Views
The Sandy Cove Hotel in Devon offers diverse room options including sea-view rooms with balconies and roll-top baths. Some rooms feature balconies overlooking the cove and binoculars for watching boats and kayakers. The hotel has family suites with separate children's sleeping areas.
Family & Pet-Friendly Policies
Sandy Cove Hotel Ilfracombe Devon offers free stays for children under 2 years old. The hotel is dog-friendly with nearby pet-friendly beaches for walking. Family-friendly policies include a dedicated children's menu and high chairs in the restaurant.
- Dining: Michelin Guide listing with 2 AA 3 Rosette restaurants
- Wellness: Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, ice bucket & yoga classes
- Beach Access: Private beach via woodland path + direct Broadsands Beach
- Rooms: Sea-view rooms with balconies, roll-top baths, binoculars
- Family: Free stays for children under 2, family suites
- Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with nearby pet-friendly beaches
- Location: Next to Exmoor National Park and South West Coast Path
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
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Sea view
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Shower
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Coffee machine

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine

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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Indoor swimming pool
Steam room
Spa & wellness center
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
- Yoga class
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Sandy Cove Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 266 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 3.2 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 60.8 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
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