Sandy Cove Hotel - Ilfracombe

$$$$||View on mapIlfracombe, United KingdomBerrynarbor, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom|
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Sandy Cove Hotel - Ilfracombe
Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Free WiFi9.4
Staff8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Who stays here
Couples60%
Families25%
Groups9%
Business3%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.5
Free WiFi9.4
Staff8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Who stays here
Couples60%
Families25%
Groups9%
Business3%

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
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 14.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:26
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Rooms and availability

Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Family Shared Bathroom Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Family Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Steam room

Spa & wellness center

TV

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
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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

Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
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Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
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Berrynarbor, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Beach
Broadsands Beach
100 yd
Restaurant
The Sawmills Freehouse
200 yd

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