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

the food was excellent and the nook in the bar where we had pre dinner drinks was delightful

cosy bar and delightful dining room

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

very accommodating when i asked to be moved from the room above the bar as i had a very early start the following morning

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

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

nice bar with good selection of drinks available

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

i really like the bar on the ground floor

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

fab breakfast and bar options

exceptionally clean rooms, bar and breakfast room

you closed the bar too early at 9pm

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

more atmosphere ie the bar being used the hotel

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

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

possibly the most wonderful authentic pub bar on exmoor. super clean room, good beer.

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

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

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

not too keen on the restaurant menu but bar was good

the food was excellent in both the bar and the restaurant

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

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

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

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

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

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

food in the bar was freshly cooked

great bar with good beer

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

good parking facilities and the place has a very warm and friendly feel to it

the wifi is very patchy and doesn t work at all in the dining area which is bad because it s such a

was

incredible staff lovely room delicious breakfast

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

easy parking out front or nearby

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

you to the chef who changed the menu to provide a lunch time alternative and the guys behind the bar who were just simply great

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

ate in the bar one night and food was superb: hot, tasty and plentiful

very comfortable and the bar was very cosy.

lovely bar and dining area

breakfast room was depressing and very basic

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

lovely breakfast

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

the staff were very attentive a special mention to kelly in reservations and ella the bar manager and evie in the restaurant made our stay special

a mini bar would be helpful in the room

lodge, hot tub, walks, restaurant, bar and all staff

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

pleasant atmosphere in the bar and enjoyed the log fire

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

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

even a log fire burning in the bar area

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

we had a great stay and there is a well equipped play park almost opposite for kids to run off steam, including a sports field and tennis court with football goals in it

we loved our stay end to end, we loved the room and breakfast

friendly bar staff, attentive restaurant staff and great housekeeping

elegant bar and lovely breakfast room in an orangerie

bit cold and draughty, fine for summer but not for winter, however, waiter soon moved us into the bar area to have our desert and coffee

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

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

very good breakfast but the bar meals were only average

fantastic views from the spa which was brilliant

location offering fabulous views over the verdant devon countryside from the hot tub, swimming pool, gymnasium and even the sauna

the staff were superbly nice and hard working. the swimming pool complex was fabulous.

parking not close to hotel

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

good rooms free car parking well stocked bar cheep food

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

nice bar and restaurant with views across to river

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

happy hour bar prices a revelation

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

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

only downsides: breakfast not available till 8

the breakfasts in the morning was also of a good

excellent food both in pub in the evening and lovely breakfast

the breakfast was very good and generally food and drink very reasonably

a basic breakfast is included with the price which is great

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

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

nice bar area for a gin as nightcap

the restaurant, bar and breakfast room were comfortable and welcoming

nice bar area

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 wonderful to

really good food, dinner and breakfast

breakfast was really good and the staff were friendly and went that extra mile to make you feel at

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

the barnstaple to lynton bus stops right outside the pub

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

bar and restaurant are first class with a good range of food and drink options

all bar staff extremely efficient

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

great bar area and adjoining restaraunt with really good quality food

the ambience was good and the bar food was tasty

of bar staff and choice of breakfast

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

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

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

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

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

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

shame the bar wasn t open every night

no bar or restaurant facilities due to covid restrictions & staffing issues however purely

and friendly staff, great menu, locally sourced, relaxing atmosphere, chilled and well stocked bar area

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

everything was perfect, i'd like to give a special shout out to cameron behind the bar he made our stay

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

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

easy onsite parking, friendly greeting from bar/reception staff - who quickly booked us in, and then just as quickly changed our room to one

and spacious bar and dining areas and very we ll decorated

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

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

the bar was fairly priced

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

great section of drinks behind the bar and very reasonable price even better there's an outside sitting area to enjoy your drinks

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

pleasant bar area, with outside seating area

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

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

very friendly and polite,we also feel in love with wendy in the bar and the beautiful restaurant that this wonderful hotel offered,she was a total breath of fresh

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

the bar prices are a little higher than we are used to, but that is expected in a hotel and it was our

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

dining and bar very

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

we had a few drinks in the bar in the evening, again the staff and service was faultless

colours bar & bistro welcoming and food perfect

bar 62 food gorgeous as usual

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

ideal location, quality bar and lounge area

great historic building most beautiful bar and breakfast room!

bar staff was exceptional - he went over & beyond to help us & was extremely friendly

the bar is cosy and traditional and the food very good

the atmosphere and the snug surroundings within the bar area

the bar was patronized by the locals and the atmosphere was full of somerset hospitality

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

and the housekeeper, nothing was too much trouble breakfast was excellent, entertainment in the bar also excellent and generally a great place to stay and meet the locals everyone here was most

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

bar is a great size for cosy yet atmospheric

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

& 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

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

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

do with a lounge bar for guests we just used one of the tables which was fine, the bar fells very much for

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

that the bar only had bottle drinks and no beers on tap, but not the end of the world

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

friendly bar staff and service team. clean and good facilities

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

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

can't fault the service in any areas reception, bar and particularly the dining room

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

bar food was also excellent and reasonably priced

shocked hotel are not 5 stars ud83cudf1f the restaurant and bar was good and we had a lovely meal

bed, welcoming bar area, great food in the restaurant, all public areas

staff throughout the hotels and bar were very polite and helpful

the bar was nice

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

great room / nice friendly bar ,great food good value for money

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

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

ate stunning food for breakfast and dinner

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

everything staff, room evenings meal, breakfast and wifi

breakfast filled us up for the day

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

superb breakfast, and a bar just downstairs. excellent bathroom. very welcoming staff.

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

the bar area is small and cosy and locals were friendly

bar area was quaint but friendly

great lady behind the bar that also served the food

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

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

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

old building with comfortable seats in the bar area

evening meal in the bar and a delicious freshly cooked breakfast

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

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

bar and food excellent

meal in the bar was excellent

bar staff were extremely lovely and welcoming

were all fantastic, from the cleaner to bar staff and doorman all made it a fab experience

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

great location , great staff , hot bar manager ;)

nice bar and breakfast was excellent

drinks in bar at night

not a criticism,but wish the bar open later

even has a little bar and decent breakfast

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

well stocked bar attached to the hotel

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

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

on one of the evenings we had a drink in the bar and had supper from the hotel menu

drakes bar welcoming and really relaxing

the breakfast was lovely and the bar area was really nice

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

well stocked mini bar and lovely touch offering free port and chocolate

excellent bar and really good restraunt

beds comfortable and bar and restaurant were welcoming and homely

monday evening, 6th feb, the bar was exceptionally busy with 2 large parties for dinner

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

the girls behind the bar were so friendly and polite

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

there is also a nice bar area

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

as are heidi and all the bar staff

good customer service from thierry, betty and the australian night manager and the bar tender and waitress where very

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

great bar and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating

superb service from all staff in hotel restaurant and bar - and a special mention to harry who looked after us

with nice decor and everything you needed

warmth of the whole hotel, bar and restaurant

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

in the rooftop bar was rude and abrupt, took drinks with a quarter left, said we couldn t order at the bar and

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

i went to the rooftop bar which overlooked exeter as the hotel is in a fantastic location in the centre of

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

the bar tender we had

- yes, there is a little noise from the bar below, but if you want, ear plugs are provided

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

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

great bar with outdoor seating

lush staff great venue and bar with good food

bar area was friendly although a little quiet on an evening

disappointment was the bar meals

everything and the reception and bar staff especially sofia were amazing.

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.

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

amazing service, a lovely bar and conservatory with a log burner to chill out next too

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

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

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

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

the bar had fantastic craft ciders and beers

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

friendly staff nothing to much for them lovely bar and very good food

a better stocked bar and easier to open windows

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

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

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

staff and the bar gave good wine advice

room service was so reasonable along with mini bar ect

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 criticism but a bar would have been brilliant. but enjoyed the stay regardless

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

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

good fish and chip bar walkable and small shop

the bar could be better

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

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

would have been nice to have room service which i would have paid extra for, but you could order from your room and collect your

i also ate in the bar and restaurant and both meals were presented nicely and tasted fresh and delicious

dogs are allowed in the reception and bar area and the staff will happily set up a breakfast table in the bar for you to have breakfast

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

guy behind the bar could have been a bit friendlier

from bar was awful

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

i particularly loved the cosy bar with

d restaurant when

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

to uneven floors and several steps, very friendly staff and owners, lovely glowing fires in the bar

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

decor in the bar was perhaps a bit dated.

should be better staffed on reception and bar area

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

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

the bar was well stocked

bar was very small but seemed to be well stocked

great place to stay for comfort, bar and breakfast

ice) and felt we were being a pain as staff were setting up for a party and were moving the bar

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

piano playing in the bar was lovely

great hotel, good rooms, great bar and restaurant areas.

our room was massive. the roof terrace and bar were really nice.

bar arrangement re times

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

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

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

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

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

honesty bar is great, hosts amazing

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

bar staff were friendly and very efficient

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

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

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

very friendly staff in bar and restaurant

lovely old inn, quaint, with a friendly staff and bar crowd

very friendly staff, good bar downstairs and a great breakfast

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

breakfast which was very good dinner was also extremely good and all in pleasant surroundings the bar was well stocked i even found a new gin thanks to the lovely tuesday she was very helpful

loved the carriages bar and restaurant next

nice bistro bar connected to hotel

exceptionally friendly staff from reception to bar and restaurant

restaurant and bar staff were excellent

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

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

the bar could have had a better selection

the music in the bar was a bit too loud

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

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