cracking range of ales in the bar too

just a bit dated and bar prices we found were high, we ran out of toilet paper twice as a family of four but once we

breakfast very good. food in bar also very good.

you closed the bar too early at 9pm

bar area was closed up very early but it was tuesday evening

the bar area was cosy

to die for: dinners really good (quality, price and presentation as well as service): good bar with real ales:

to die for: dinners really good (quality, price and presentation as well as service): good bar with real ales: lots to do from the hotel and in the area

it is a lovely bar with local ales and great atmosphere

cosy bar and delightful dining room

had an evening meal on arrival in the bar and the food was excellent

choice of bar or restaurant for great evening food, real ales, sensible wine list

it's a lovely old pub with an atmospheric bar and great draught beer, located in a pretty village

nice bar with good selection of drinks available

we did not get to meet the owner of the observatory, just the chef and bar staff and the waitresses who were really kind and courteous to us

lovely bar and dining area

the bar offers much more interesting food than the usual pub fare

the bar was very welcoming and comfortable and the staff so friendly and helpful

very comfortable and the bar was very cosy.

a warm welcome from staff prepared for our arrival at 20:00 love the traditional layout of the bar and restaurant

great food at the swan, nice chat to the guy in the wine bar shame we didn't have time for a tasting

it was very clean and easy to access. parking was easy

the wifi worked well and the street was quiet when it was time to sleep and parking was easy

free parking at the swan inn

parking was a breeze even on the jubilee weekend and upon arrival, clare made us feel like true

lovely bar area, friendly staff, nice breakfast area with fresh fruit and menu with choice of breakfast

for the evening, the bar provided good real ale & an excellent selection of gin

there is a great little bar in which to chill after a long drive

fab breakfast and bar options

i never made use of the bar as was busy but seeing as they didn’t have a restaurant did love the idea that you could

unfortunately i had to leave before breakfast but i can definitely say the bed was extremely comfortable, the room was quiet and it was

the breakfasts were really nice

breakfast room was depressing and very basic

lovely breakfast

the bar area full of character with woodburner and excellent menu, comprising of basic to full evening

and professional very clean and comfortable room and facilities were excellent restaurant and bar facilities also excellent beautiful

was lovely, the food both in the bar and breakfast, was delicious

great food in the bar area, really very comfortable & clean room

evening meal in the bar was great and a good choice of real ales

held and some of the guests were coming backwards and forwards through the restaurant to the bar area

friendly bar staff, attentive restaurant staff and great housekeeping

the bar and restaurant have a warm and comfortable ambience and the

and bar staff excellent and very welcoming

elegant bar and lovely breakfast room in an orangerie

here for a weekend getaway barely a week after they re-opened

the bar. the bar meals.the wonderful breakfast.the whole pub!

the food was excellent in both the bar and the restaurant

the location, the rooms, facilities and spacious in the bar and restaurant

made my birthday celebrations extra special, staff very friendly, lovely waiter and bar staff.

eating in the bar had a good atmosphere as there weren't many in the restaurant.

friendly bar and waiting staff, great food, comfortable room.

food in the bar was freshly cooked

good to see the bar also used by local residents which gave a nice

great bar with good beer

not stayed for breakfast as yet, but had coffee made from the bar which is nicely served

all the staff were excellent from house keeping and reception to bar and restaurant

location and having eating and bar facilities

lovely breakfasts served in restaurant and food and meal deals served in the bar area which is very comfortable

good rooms free car parking well stocked bar cheep food

really liked this inn (not a large bar area, so not noisy), how it is internally decorated throughout, its layout plus the very (+) the bar lady and young server at dinner time were friendly and polite (-)noise from the bar area permeated upstairs into the rooms making an early nights sleep difficult (-)were there for new years eve and were dissapointed that the bar closed at 10 (+)everything bar the bed which creaked was great, the food 5 star (+)staff made to feel welcome, bar and meals were good value for money with a decent selection (-)only slight downside was the bar not being open late afternoon when we got back from a very long walk and fancied a pint but

really very good breakfast

food - superb breakfast and evening meal, very well kept beer, clean room, very friendly welcome

comfy bed, quiet room and lovely breakfast

great free wifi

we had drinks in the cellar bar and again the staff were very nice

the cellar bar and restaurant on site was amazing and all staff that we spoke to were very welcoming and

place and the friendliness of all the staff we interacted with from the reception to the celler bar and restaurant really made it a lovley little break

beautiful bar restaurant

the head waiter in the downstairs bar area is alwys so friendly and welcoming

more staff on the bar perhaps as could wait for service sometimes a little while

beautiful setting, spotless rooms, great bar and restaurant with delicious food!

happy hour bar prices a revelation

fantastic staff, fantastic food, fantastic bar and rooms and an even more fantastic location!

food great bar good staff all great cheerful helpful and attentive especially maisey who checked us in

the gentleman who ran the bar and, it seems ecvery other aspect of the inn was very friendly and conscientious

decent breakfast and very friendly and efficient bar staff

the bar was open until late and it was great to see and chat with the friendly locals that came in

friday e fly manager and bar staff, nice meals and good breakfast, as well as free gust parking.

bar staff very pleasant and had some great conversations

lounge, open bar and pool table with alexa (music) was cosy

very comfortable with a lovely shower and there was a great shared lounge downstairs with honesty bar and tv etc

we particularly enjoyed the honesty bar and pool table which was a pleasant surprise

great location. staff really friendly and breakfast was exceptional.

our host were the friendliest, so nice with our kids too

very good breakfast but the bar meals were only average

the spa was wonderful and we had heavenly spa treatments from natalie and rosie who were so friendly

fabulous dinner and first class breakfast

the spa and pool are very nice although you should book in advance for spa treatments as it is very

we used the spa also which was very relaxing

great bar area and adjoining restaraunt with really good quality food

the ambience was good and the bar food was tasty

i didn't get the chaps name, but a special shout out for the server who was behind the bar and had dark hair and glasses

the staff serving food and bar staff could not do enough for you

of bar staff and choice of breakfast

comfortable, clean room and a welcoming bar and dining room for an excellent breakfast and reasonably priced dinner

the bar has, i think, been redecorated since our last visit and looked clean and fresh

& friendly proprietors, our room was clean as well as large & we had a delicious bar meal as well as delicious full english breakfast all for a good

and chips and it was light, fluffy, plentyful with great chips and a vat of tartar sauce - the bar staff were very friendly, and the young lady at breakfast was super friendly, happy

very nice room beautiful bar area the staff were all welcoming and friendly

great location, fabulous facilities gym, restaurant and bar and staff so nice and friendly

good selection for breakfast and choice of bar food or restaurant food in the

we could even enjoy our meals while bringing our dog at the bar area

friendly bar staff and service team. clean and good facilities

the hotel bar stays open until all guests have gone to bed so we were able to enjoy a late night drink after

only negative i would say is breakfast, minimal and limited variety, however for the incredibly good value you can’t really

the breakfasts in the morning was also of a good

comfortable bed and good breakfast. poor for parking car

only downsides: breakfast not available till 8

excellent food both in pub in the evening and lovely breakfast

staff were excellent, food fantastic, comfortable lounge / bar area

the food is exceptional and the bar is extremely cosy and welcoming

nice bar area

the restaurant, bar and breakfast room were comfortable and welcoming

is great, the owners are super friendly and even kept the bar open for us

room was lovely and airy and the bar and restaurant area were enjoyable places to spend some time

nice touches such as large candelabras lit at night in the dining room, a thoughtfully stocked bar and excellent food with an organic focus)

breakfast was exceptional, staff were friendly and always helpful

your exceptional cooking skills and attention to detail whether serving us your delicious english breakfast, pizzas or lamb dish inspired by alexander the great's favorite recipe

breakfast was wonderful to

a table up for us rather tha have it on our laps, and supplied glasses for our own wine as the bar was also not open

disappointed the dining room and bar were closed, but for good reason.

we missed the bar and the evening meal

shame the bar wasn t open every night

shame the restaurant and bar was closed but that s down to the current covid situation.

hard working and speedy bar staff, good selection off beers

large en-suite super fluffy towels, perfect breakfast and great service from the room maids to bar staff and all the behind the scene staff

nothing! we were worried that it was above a busy bar and restaurant but needn't have.

bar was always clean with a good selection of beers at a reasonable price

was very quiet,well away from the bar area's

the victoria sponge on the bar was a bit dry

beautiful bedding towels and everything you needed tea coffee etc food was great amazing cakes bar well stocked staff were friendly and very

great location friendly staff bar and breakfast great

a shame evening meals and a later bar weren’t available but the pleasant atmosphere made up for this

pleasant bar area, with outside seating area

the restaurant in the bar food was very good

we couldn't fault anything but we didn't use the bar or restaurant so can't comment on those.

pleasingly the dogs were not allowed in the restaurant and bar areas

prices at the bar too high. only had one round because of it then drank at outside premises.

the adequate swimming pool and spa, the small putting green, the large restful lounge and bar and the comfortable bedrooms are kept spotlessly clean

we had lunch in the bar when we arrived which was delicious

the barnstaple to lynton bus stops right outside the pub

all bar staff extremely efficient

lovely patio to sit out on, but a rather tired looking interconnecting public space between the bar and the outside area

the atmosphere in the bar and dining room is warm and welcoming

the atmosphere and the snug surroundings within the bar area

room was above the back of the bar and was quite noisy at the end of the evening when the empty bottles etc were being brought out

,a room overlooking the bins i could do without and late in the evening empty bottles from the bar crashing in the bottle bank , a very noisy wedding reception , we wont go there

their bar meals and breakfasts are really good

i put hotel and bar service in the first place, never before has anyone in any restaurant been so nice, always

stay really nice, dinner and breakfast was tasty and really good meals at a good price plus the bar staff new all the drink available how to mix nd the best

bar restaurant waitress very attentive her name was

the restaurant and bar were just a short walk away not in the main hotel, the food was of a high quality and decent

although the restaurant was close the evening we arrive we did manage to use the bar and upstairs lounge which is very impressive breakfast was outstanding using fantastic tasty

loved sitting at the bar before dinner but it was a bit draughty, due to the stylish glass doors

bar meal was really tasty, room was fantastic and all in all a highly recommended place to

behind the bar was lovely and professional

lovely place. parking, great bar and restaurant. rooms a little small, but adequate and comfy.

was served in the bar area and sadly the service was not really as good as previous visits

the bar was fairly priced

came to devon to visit very sick relatives in barnstable hospital

colours bar & bistro welcoming and food perfect

was beautiful and looked out to the river had fresh fruit, a box of chocolates and stocked mini bar all included which definitely made it feel extra special thanks to all at the imperial hotel

nice room, comfy bar area, polite and helpful staff, and exceptional food

his family nearby i did not eat in the hotel other than for breakfast and a quick sandwich in the bar, which was perfect a delightful bar with a good menu

bar and food excellent

had a evening meal in the bar which was fantastic and breakfast was very good

old building with comfortable seats in the bar area

had dinner in the bar which was very fresh and tasty traditional pub food

evening meal in the bar and a delicious freshly cooked breakfast

lovely, helpful staff. really nice rooms and nice bar area.

amazing cocktails in the bar - the barman had a real artistic flair

good central location. nice hotel and it was clean. nice lounge and bar area to relax.

ideal location, quality bar and lounge area

great historic building most beautiful bar and breakfast room!

thatched property with clean rooms and a good bar area and restaurant

the pub itself was lovely, really nice bar with a wood burner going and everyone was super friendly

great lady behind the bar that also served the food

we had a drink at the bar and met the clientele who were so friendly

the staff were incredible jay at the bar makes you feel at home the minute you arrive

meal in the bar was excellent

wasn't entirely sure what to do with the keys on checking out since it was before the bar was open, but i'm assuming they received them

no noise from bar downstairs but some traffic noise from road outside

lady in bar and reception excellent.

bar staff were extremely lovely and welcoming

room, bar area good atmosphere, staff very friendly and helpful

well stocked bar and loads of choice for breakfast which was really tasty

the bar closed earlier than advertised.

overall really good value for money, including very reasonable bar prices

even has a little bar and decent breakfast

the food was very good with plenty of choice for breakfast and very nice bar food

bar food was also excellent and reasonably priced

the rest of breakfast was excellent quality, as was the bar food

little disappointed bar food area closed by 21;30 as i had not been able to arrive until 20;45 and there was no food

d the room) spotlessly clean

well stocked bar attached to the hotel

hotel, bar staff were nice as were the ladies at the front desk

drakes bar welcoming and really relaxing

ambience in the bar could have been better. but good for most hotels.

nice and clean, warm and location the food in the restaurant/ bar was

everything staff, room evenings meal, breakfast and wifi

would have been nice if the pub had served breakfast every day of the week instead of just friday and saturday, but it wasnt the be all or end

pub only did breakfast on friday and saturday, not really too much of an issue for us on this visit, rooms were

exceptional from lovely warm welcome from nicky right up until an amazing beautifully prepared breakfast when we left

ate stunning food for breakfast and dinner

restaurant / lounge bar food and staff excellent very comfy bed bath location

no residents bar for late drinking ( but can understand why due to layout)

the bar was nice

staff throughout the hotels and bar were very polite and helpful

the second night we had the same seating problem, they would not let us into the extended bar area, stating it was laid up for breakfast the following morning (again, 6pm at night)

the bar area was great and the food was just fab

so we could walk around the city with ease hotel rooms comfortable and large , food at the bar and restaurant was wonderful , staff were

excellent bar and really good restraunt

beds comfortable and bar and restaurant were welcoming and homely

beautiful room & en suite bathroom. lovely bar & courtyard

there is also a nice bar area

we didn't have breakfast at the hotel, but had a drink in the bar and the staff there were friendly and welcoming

room exceptionally clean, the bar and restaurant were shut due to covid

pleasant and relaxing bar and restaurant

as are heidi and all the bar staff

the bar tender we had

stralian/english) was fantastic

absolutely joke very arrogant and not helpful, but overall amazing hotel reception staff amazing bar stuff amazing thank you for a lovely

the hotel was very clean, tasfully decorated and the rooftop bar was well laid out with stunning views

) and harriet at the bar - great people

the hotel has its own entrance right next to the hotels bar so is nice and private

night - comfy bed, friendly staff, good downstairs bar with lots of space, upstairs rooms good clientele

lush staff great venue and bar with good food

most of all really liked the bar and the microbrewery

the bar down stairs was great and whilst i didn't get any food the menu looked good enough

with nice decor and everything you needed

ir dryer, ironing board, iron, tea,coffee, mini bar etc), full english breakfast was 1st class also a added bonus its only approx 10min walk to

the room was great, as were the main bar and restaurant areas

great to have the restaurant and bar connected to the apartments for easy access and convenience

warmth of the whole hotel, bar and restaurant

the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, from the bar staff and waitresses to housekeeping

we purchased some drinks from the bar and sat on the leather sofa

i didn't like, just disappointed that whilst they had a very good selection of gins at the bar the ice machine had unfortunately broken so i was unable to try any

public bar was entertaining but if not for you easy to

to covid they are having staffing issues and the bar did close early some nights, however they did serve hotel guests

bar well stocked breakfast, hot or cold buffet style very good wouldn't hesitate to stay again

reception and bar staff were super friendly

one bar lady kept requested my daughters id despite seeing it several times already

the staff were extremely helpful and friendly . nice breakfast and bar area.

bar area was friendly although a little quiet on an evening

comfortable rooms, awesome food, nothing was too much trouble, cocktail bar staff knowledgeable

thank you to all the staff for being so friendly, including amazing cocktails from the bar staff and a special thank you for the housekeeping to email me to say i'd left some make-up

the bar area is really contemporary and was buzzing on the saturday evening we visited and certainly

oh and the bar does great cocktails

have appreciated: a box of tissues in room; a common tap in the sink; anti-skid bathmat & grab bar in slippery shower

i liked the fact the bar was open and food was available due to the present situation

bar had limited opening hours due to only recently reopening due to the current covid situation

the bar had fantastic craft ciders and beers

a better stocked bar and easier to open windows

bar was great and food was excellent

the breakfast was very well done and the bar where we had a late meal on christmas eve was beautiful along with the food itself, he staff

did not eat whilst there but had a drink in the bar which was pleasant

was marvellous from your reception staff to your bar staff and also the staff doing the breakfast booking

bar prices are a little expensive the self closers on the doors make the doors slam shut too

complimentary vouchers for the hotel bar for a birthday drink each

bar none

room service was so reasonable along with mini bar ect

staff and the bar gave good wine advice

bar area could be bigger and a bit cosier, but that's being quite picky, the drink selection is

from the room to the bar and library etc i couldn't have asked for a better stay

no bar or food of an evening.

no bar as such

wasn't a bar as such, but i saw a notice for a mini bar in the hotel, although not in the rooms

was classed as a hotel but there was no bar and i did not want to go out and was looking forward to having a drink

nothing apart from a bar would have been nice but could buy beer from reception

great 'pub atmosphere' in the bar in evening

reception/ entrance is small bar filled with locals so many i mistook roger on then end of the bar for the landlord

bar area was quaint but friendly

the pub has bags of character - only a small cozy bar then multiple different sitting areas round corners and down steps

atmosphere like being at home did t find the snug room off the bar till the morning so we had sat in the bar with our drinks the night before but was relaxing

good parking, room excellent, facilities and bar great.

the bar snacks were a little pricey but good. that's the only bad point.

clean, comfortable and reasonable price. bar staff great too

everything. brilliant that breakfast included and that theresa s a bar and dining facilities

the kids loved the pool

encountered reception, bar and restaurant staff, all were friendly and extremely helpful

eat there but the bar was nice and the staff were very friendly and polite

restaurant was very nice as was bar area and alfresco seating

from bar was awful

guy behind the bar could have been a bit friendlier

should be better staffed on reception and bar area

place is perfect if travelling through easy parking bar and nice simple rooms

there is a restaurant and bar so everything you need is there and no real need to head out unless you are planning to do so

was waiting for my lift to arrive in the end they had a problem and the staff let me stay in the bar nearly all day bless them

carvery was very busy with external customers so guests were pushed into cramped bar area

would have been nice to have a bigger bar area for late evening drinks.

great place to stay for comfort, bar and breakfast

didn’t affect me as i don’t drink but i don’t think there was a bar as advertised on booking

bar was very small but seemed to be well stocked

the bar was well stocked

great friendly service. the rooms were nice and clean and the bar is fantastic!

nice new hotel, clean modern , great food. nice bar area. yhe piano players are a nice touch

bar arrangement re times

the evening food was good and the rooftop bar amazing

piano playing in the bar was lovely

hot very tasty, even saw the chef making the beer batter for the haddock freshly made from the bar ale

bar staff were friendly and very efficient

lovely, i stopped with my two year old and every staff member j met including cleaners and the bar staff were really helpful, offering to get bags from the car and warming up milk in the evening

we have to say that the evening meals in the bar are a little overpriced

i particularly loved the cosy bar with

friendly welcoming staff, lovely room and bed, great bar and food.

d restaurant when

the hotel bar and restaurant were superb

we enjoyed a relaxed drink in the bar before enjoying an absolutely delicious meal followed by a nightcap and some friendly

arrived on our cycles in the pouring rain (arrived thursday 7th august 2025) - hannah behind the bar checked to see if we could access our room early and we could which was wonderful

that because of a dog you have to be in the bar and not restaurant

rooms were extremely comfortable and the bar was spacious and locals and staff friendly,

the girls behind the bar were so friendly and polite

staff are lovely here, and it’s nice to relax in the bar area

nice little bar with good wine, cozy living room with fireplace and rooms are top

beautiful place. very peaceful. breakfast was great. honesty bar was a nice touch

the hosts were great , the room lovely and cosy and the little bar area was a wonderful place to spend a wet dartmoor evening

needed a stopover in the area for one night and we were not disappointed with our choice of weeke barton

loved the honesty bar and texting breakfast order so it was ready when we sat down

staff are amazing in the hotel and the bar

restaurant and bar staff were excellent

very good facilities good size and well equipped room very good bar and restaurant

loved the carriages bar and restaurant next

nice bistro bar connected to hotel

the bar could have had a better selection

room and clean and well equipped , restaurant / bar area all good

the lady who manned reception, the bar and the restaurant at the same time was absolutely delightful

very relaxing place after a day of work with a very comfortable bar and lounge area to relax in

an absolute fabulous stay, karen the bar lady was an absolute gem, so friendly and so welcoming

very friendly staff, good bar downstairs and a great breakfast

very friendly staff in bar and restaurant

was a lot of noise from the bar and late into the night/early morning

the staff and locals in the snug bar were welcoming and friendly

staff were very pleasant and friendly great service in bar and restaurant, welcoming

lack of table service in the bar for food

drinks in the bar are more expensive than other venues( pubs ) in the town

really nice atmosphere downstairs in the bar - warm and welcoming in the heart of

the lady on reception when we arrived(maria) was so helpful and the bar staff/waiting staff were all

bar is cosy and food is very good

location, comfy and very clean rooms, gorgeous bar area and restaurant, very friendly and welcoming staff

hotel, wonderful staff,very relaxing atmosphere in restaurant and bar area

the room, restaurant and bar areas were very clean, and relaxing

bar area lovely and so was the food and drinks

i was made welcome at every moment - every new face from the bar/restaurant staff to the housekeeping team

clean comfortable room and a lovely bar and restaurant area with a superb breakfast

fantastic value for money everything on site restaurant bar and hotel

excellent breakfast and evening meal in the restaurant and enjoyed a drink in the bar in the evening

everything bar staff.check in staff.rooms parking drinks food quality good.

with plenty around for a 'chilled night', and a relaxed bar area in the hotel

bar staff, check in staff were great, room was lovely, hotel was superb to stay as we have been

finally, they accepted to squeeze us into the bar area

the bar was great and the lounges and rooms

bar drinks are on the expensive side, especially when you add the 12

the lounge and bar areas were lovely