having a separate kitchen for tea and coffee was different and works really well

there is a galley kitchen with tea, coffee, toast and cereal that you can help yourself to

little extras that just make things nice - the little galley kitchen to help your day go

we decided to have the cooked breakfast which is ordered the day before but there is a lovely kitchen area near the bedrooms which you can help yourself to cereals, bread and tea and coffee

lovely touch to have a guests kitchen available with tea and coffee available with light breakfasts

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

not ideal with young kids

room was above the kitchen which with the extractor fan and the music they were playing was a little annoying for a

not ideal when with young kids and should have been explained before booking

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

start to finish the staff were excellent, accommodating an early check in to place our bags before going to our wedding

an older character building but clean and tidy, friendly service and late check out

really nice place with atmosphere and a great bar and restaurant - staff great - location ok but a good distance from topsham but there is a bus

early check in in one of the rooms was appreciated as we were going to a wedding

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

lovely rooms, great location, friendly staff late check out too, coming back for a 3rd time

kids meal exceptional value and far exceeded portion size and expectations

there was nothing we didn’t like. if it had a pool for the kids it would have been 10/10.

early check in, clean room, parking available

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

bar staff were friendly and very efficient

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

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

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

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

decor in the bar was perhaps a bit dated.

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

early check in and late check out, 3pm till 12 the next day

staff were amazingly friendly and helpful ( even got an early check in ), the service was good and quick, food was good and hot and it was easy to get into

things, breakfast was good and when we asked for something different than the room service menu, there was no problem even though it was a saturday night before christmas

wifi is free and very good

reception staff were very helpful and nice odrered us a taxi and even sorted out room service for us as the restauarant was fully booked

restaurant and bar staff were excellent

loved the carriages bar and restaurant next

good parking, room excellent, facilities and bar great.

reception a gentleman came and assured me they were just black fluff something mixed up with the laundry

not enough towels even though they knew 2 adults + 2 kids coming.

helpful room was very clean no issues breakfast was lovely and great be included lovely selection kids loved the fresh pancakes

and friendly staff (the kids liked the colouring packs they received from howard)

hotel - modern, extremely well appointed, great staff, amazingly comfortable beds, lovely bar and restaurant

very good facilities and good service, including gym and etc.

excellent dinner and breakfast

coffee, and water station is a good idea, especially as the water was chilled - i used the mini gym which was good

the gym was not adequate at all.

thankfully we are adults, but if we had kids with us, i think it would be bad for them to witness

the pool, jacuzzi and late check out were a welcome bonus

is in fact a health club so not really suitable for kids

great that the pool/sauna is once again free for guests

dday) always a bonus

very conveniant for what we needed. good parking. clean and tidy. helpful, friendly staff.

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

the bar could be better

location was really good, good parking, very clean

good full english breakfast

there is also a nice bar area

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

the checkin was efficient and early check in was no problem

we got room service pizza at home 5am, this might have been the highlight of my entire trip.

beds, extra pillows, early check in, requested fridge, helpful staff, good communication before check in, near the coach

good location and ev charging facilities

we chose the location because of ev charging next door and the central position on a38 within easy reach of most of south and

excellent early check in

very reasonable price and excellent bank of ev chargers in the car park.

bunk bed for the kids were rickety

you have to download the app in advance to use the ev chargers

from the reception staff to the bar staff and the lovely chap who served our breakfast, all were friendly and welcoming

early check in time (2pm) and late check out time (11am)

early check in time (2pm) and late check out time (11am)

breakfast and drinks bar excellent with friendly and approachable staff

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

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

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

reception staff really made the kids welcome upon our arrival, with the colouring pack etc

wifi wasn't working on the day i was there.

good choice of beers in bar, good location, great ambience, friendly staff, shower easy to work, wifi

arrived just before end of check in at 11pm and the staff were very welcoming, allowing me a late check out

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

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 bar attached to the hotel

myself and my wife had only come away for a night due to us getting married and having 2 kids we just wanted a night away with just us

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

the wifi is excellent too

drakes bar welcoming and really relaxing

meal in the bar was excellent

there is a bar in the building with food and drinks

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

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

bar staff were extremely lovely and welcoming

love this hotel, fantastic location,lovely staff and a first class breakfast

even has a little bar and decent breakfast

a small bar was welcome after a day out

nice bar and breakfast was excellent

ground floor. enormous room. spa and jet shower. great breakfast

spa area bar area beautician

comfy bed loved the swimming pool , sauna , steam room

food in terrace bar was superb

excellent comfortable bedrooms. excellent spa/ pool/ gym

the refurbishment of the workout facility/gym which was being undertaken during our stay with work ongoing day and night significantly

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

early check in very useful and the reception staff were very pleasant

and very professional staff a big thankyou to all especially val on reception and bar ladies great room great food what else could you ask for fabulous place

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

everything. nice evening in the bar on the cosy sofa.

breakfast very good

breakfast very good . hosts made us really welcome

was perfect, lovely proprietor, good breakfast , our room had beautiful views over the estuary

breakfast was very nice.,

friendly welcome,early check in

srrounding many restuarant and the hotel has its own bar, but no evening meals options

pleasant bar with sea views

location with glorious views of the seafront from the breakfast and bar areas, presumably some of the rooms too

only issue was no bar made for no atmosphere

no bin in room, there was a bar but it was never open

the coffee for breakfast was not as good as we would have liked.

as a vegan the breakfast was adequate

the young man working the bar was great fun and determined to provide the best bloody mary cocktail he could

very small portions for breakfast and bar food.

everyone from the receptionist to the waiting staff in both the restaurant and the pool house were very friendly

room service very good - room was always spotless

bed, close to the station, friendly staff at reception and the room service is pretty prompt

clean , super friendly staff ! great lounge / bar area

three people working the desk and bar were exceptionally friendly and helpful

the bar is a beautiful relaxing place to have a night cap before heading to bed

but just far enough back from the road, with a large garden in front; terrace and terrace bar with glorious views; extremely friendly and helpful staff; excellent evening meals and ready at

it is a shame that the bar food is no longer available in the evenings a d only at lunch time

many thanks to all staff, reception, housekeeping, bar staff, restaurant staff, and management who were particularly helpful

to what i needed and make me feel at home, as well as the lovely lady who took care of the bar ud83dude0a a friendly hotel, making you feel at home as soon as you arrive

very pleasant bar area

excellent indian restaurant and an amazing cocktail bar 5 minutes walk

lovely atmosphere in the hotel, staff very friendly and bar welcoming

service in the bar was a little slow.

but we were able to order in food to eat in the bar which made travelling with the dogs and kids easier

one criticism would be the bar in the function room was very expensive example 1 pint of cider and 250ml glass of wine we were

ticked all the boxes for us bar one little thing,: the shower heat was difficult to regulate

lovely bar and reasonably priced

bar looked very nice and open to residents and public

all areas very clean, lift available nice spacious bar and lounge, basement type dining area again assessable by the lift or stairs

the breakfast was lovely too

brilliant food and even the use of an ev charger

bar was very small but seemed to be well stocked

the bar was well stocked

very well kept and a lovely breakfast accommodated an early check in as well

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

from the pool and garden you were treated to a vista of sea, sky and greenery

swimming pool

the kids being able to enjoy use of an indoor pool during a winter holiday was a big draw-factor

room was dated and our room was on the side overlooking the laundry room

only quibble was that the drinks were definitely hotel bar prices, a little steep, especially as the food seemed reasonably priced

lovely welcoming log burner in the bar which was lovely on a cold wet afternoon

the food was amazing - evening meal and breakfast

upgraded our booking from a family room to a two bedroom cottage with a kitchen because we had a dog with us, perfect

good owners and staff, well run bar and restaurant, excellent food

clean,rooms are spacious very well equipped,food was very well presented and reasonable price,and bar area is very unusual but very inviting

everything , outside bar area barman is sound, food service is good ud83dudc4d

no wifi in the room!!!!!

there was no wifi access in any of the bedrooms.

price of a drink in the bar was a little high, would like to see the prices more reasonable.

wifi in bedrooms was the only bugbear , you could use you phone but obviously this uses up your

great breakfast. big garden outside. parking was good. friendly will be back soon.

a little noisy late evening from the bar below though this didn't affect sleep for us.

rooms very adequate with newly renovated bathrooms. meals were good. parking available onsite.

there was also convenient parking close to the main entrance

the wifi was not good.

quiet location only a short walk to the centre, but you still have a sea view from the lounges, bar and patios

beautiful building, lovely lounge and terrace. pool was a real bonus too.

is a beautiful historic building with plenty of space for us to spend time together and a great pool

also showed us around the gym and where to find different exits

easy access, parking, pleasant booking in, comfortabke

service, spa facilities, the location and view and relaxibg atmosphere

i liked the hotel itself, the room, cleanliness, the spa area is great

from the efficiency at check in through great service in bars restaurant and the spa the whole experience was

i had a great treatment at the spa from sadie and molly on reception was so helpful and polite a real credit to the hotel

hotel is very traditional but it also mixes some modern aspects; the spa facilities are just brilliant

room was lovely , lovely garden and conservatory and bar x

close to the sea, lovely rooms and period property overall - with beautiful garden, honesty bar and lounge space

staff, very welcoming and great breakfast

lovely breakfast

excellent english breakfast which was piping hot and a good choice on the menu for breakfast

clean easy parking great staff

superb breakfast

the breakfast was delicious

parking, clean, lovely room.

location and lots of parking

very good spa facilities in sister hotel next door. staff very attentive.

location of this hotel is fantastic and also free parking

we had a meal in the bar area and the restaurant which were both extremely good

location with plenty parking available

perfect location on the beachfront and the spa facilities at the next door sister hotel were well kept and easy to access

so had hotel bar meal one evening and found local alternative the other, without a problem

the breakfast was very good and the location we know very well

earlier breakfast

really enjoyed games available in bar area

breakfast choice had a wide variety and couldn't fault

cleanliness, view, staff, breakfast,comfortable bed.

excellent location. very helpful friendly staff. lovely breakfast.

our kids loved the open room to play the board games

faced the back of the property, with the view of the car park, and smells and noise of the kitchen, which is understandable for a room not facing the sea

we needed breakfast early, arrangements were made for us

would recommend reserving parking

pot luck on parking! lucky to find free street parking, otherwise paid car park.

reserved parking, but they were unable to accommodate

no wifi in the room

car parking a bit cramped

restaurant and bar downstairs

wifi connection was not very good in our room and the bed and pillows could ve been more

was in room 1 which is nearly at the top at the back but i think above the kitchens

used this hotel as our base for playing golf in the area and it worked better than we thought,well done keep up the good work and thanks to

inconsistent wifi for coping with a work zoom call. transfer to another network link helped.

sea view breakfast servic

location, fab staff, hasn t booked a sea view room but was given one anyway and having the spa to ourselves was so worth the extra cost

being folk week, which was great, there was a music session going on in the hotel bar, so crowded we couldn t get to the bar and had to get our evening drinks elsewhere to bring

free pool for guests in the local community pool two minutes walk away

breakfast was very enjoy

crack in bathroom sink inconsistent wifi

wifi was unreliable and was not available for the whole stay rooms face a busy road so disturbed by

was good ud83dude0a staff were helpful and pleasant ud83dude0a we had evening meals in the bar which we enjoyed

despite being very busy, more than ample parking, rooms were pleasant and comfortable and the bar / dinning area was relaxing on the evening

only thing missing was a separate bar just to have a drink although i think this will be available when restrictions are

would of been nice to have a small fridge to keep cold drinks for kids.

pub great food rooms clean and comfy every member of team from bar staff cleaner breakfast staff all amazing very friendly chatty and a warm welcome from everyone

lovely clean room,friendly staff and great breakfast!

was a little bit nosiy at night for kids. got woken up by people knocking on doors really late.

bar great & lovely beer garden with very reasonable prices

i appreciated the early breakfast laid on for the cyclists

lack of room service, having to pay for breakfast not being able to charge it to the room, carpets were

location to main road and views from bar plenty of free parking wifi was included in room cost

meal times, fact that no room service

cutlery in the kitchenette wasn't clean so we had to wash it before we could use it

plenty of space outdoors, do seek out the trampoline if you are staying with kids

the staff were so friendly you could not pick a nicer place to go , and the breakfast was superb

breakfast included was lovely, the cooked food looked amazing, the scenery was great, the hosts

the breakfast was the best

breakfast was cooked beautifully

breakfast was again first class and i would not hesitate staying here again

location and availability of ev charging

friendly staff , clean comfortable rooms , great fitness centre , lovely breakfast

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

good parking, comfortable room, easy wifi access, choice for evening meal and breakfast.

parking on site, 4 miles from sidmouth

much for them, we were upgraded to room with outside terrace overlooking open countryside and the pool, very comfortable with up to date en

parking, i over heard sarah who we never met have a moan about where guests were parking their cars

i loved the swimming pool. i swam every day. definitely 5star rating

and the outdoor heated swimming pool was a delight

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

down room (03) radiator hanging off the wall, not enough towels for a family of three, kids bed was so

decent bar and beautiful views across the river

kids were relatively quiet, but one of the parents didn't stop for breath

happy hour bar prices a revelation

) nice hotel, there is seperate access if you dont want to walk through bar area, and good staff, breakfast was not included in acommodation price, but was provided and

bar area wasn't very clean and the whole place could really do with a refresh as the carpets were

clean and cosy with a great bar and fantastic staff.

one problem: there was live music in the bar downstairs that was very audible in the room, although thankfully only until 10

bar looks well stocked with a good real ale range as well as commercial brands on the fonts

the site says wifi in public areas only but it's in the room

wifi worked well

small folder of info in our room would have been a nice addition: wifi code, instructions for the tv, and perhaps some info on the surrounding areas must see sights

the breakfast was excellent and the staff were friendly and

golf tour group booking for 12 people week of 27th june

one of the best desserts i've had in my life breakfast plentiful, good variety and delicious massage by donna was exceptional, very talented

place fantastic pool hydro pool gym beautiful grounds and gardens lovely restaurant with lovely view of hayter rock on

enjoyed breakfast and dinner

there were many seating areas for relaxing, the spa and gym facilities were the best we had been to for some time

we enjoyed the spa treatments and although the swimming pool looked

first class food in the restaurant and breakfast too

good quality food on both the bar menu and the restaurant menu

breakfast was delicious, and i can't wait to come back for a longer stay

breakfast was perfect

place to spend time away from staring at a screen as the mobile signal was intermittent and the wifi didn't work

clean, spacious, big bathroom, best shower in england, very friendly staff, delicious food, cozy bar and dining room

no restaurant open on a sunday night ( bar snacks only)

the staff were very friendly and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening meal and breakfast

breakfast was excellent, as was the coffee

a lithe to small bar area with not enough seating

poor wifi signal

wifi in our room wasn't the greatest

very weak wifi, when it actually works.

very good parking

we ate in the bar in the evening and it was delicious and good value

kitchen was great - a range, belfast sink, and really well equipped - the only self catering place

we were to be offered it, the cottage has absolutely everything you could need, fully fitted kitchen, all mod cons, comfy bed, ensuite, a real home from home, i don't want to leave

good to have permission to bring our dog kitchen well stocked, although teflon is comingoff both frying pans - its toxic

staff, early check in and parking

we live in paignton but love babackmbe and any opportunities we have someone to look after the kids would absolutely wish to choose

good ,clean and comfortable, flat screen tv,tea and coffee making facilities in room and good wifi which connected immediately

parking was no problem

brilliant breakfast lots hot water

perfectly situated with free parking and the owners, paul and kirsty, were an absolute joy

it would be nice if there was parking. you can park i m the street

at the spa i had an awesome facial and would recommend their espa facial products , not

golf course was amazing

valet parking, friendly staff who always go above and

the suite was lovely but stifling and the guest wifi did not sustain connection

stunning property both inside and out. beautiful location and fabulous golf course.

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

the staff , the room, the breakfast ud83dude0a

the fish finger sandwich was delicious served with chips an coleslaw, plenty enough choice at breakfast with eggs cooked to order

good rooms free car parking well stocked bar cheep food

lovely breakfast and friendly staff