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The Darnley Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, walk to North Devon Coast

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Exterior
Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Local cuisine
Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Garden
Reviews
6.2

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
3 Belmont Road, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 8DR
  • Popular LocationIlfracombe Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationIlfracombe Harbour16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSandy Cove Beach27 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)94 min drive

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 2064 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Four Poster)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 105 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 105 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite, Ground Floor

Twin Room, Ensuite, Ground Floor

Twin Room, Ensuite, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 2562 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Private Bathroom (Top Floor, Small)

Family Room, Private Bathroom (Top Floor, Small) | Bathroom

Family Room, Private Bathroom (Top Floor, Small)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 2250 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room, Private Bathroom (Top Floor, Large)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • 2405 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Ilfracombe

At The Darnley Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like North Devon Coast and Ilfracombe Harbour. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Ilfracombe hotel include Exmoor National Park and Woolacombe Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Beach - 8 min walk
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 16 min walk
  • Verity Statue - 19 min walk
  • Hele Bay Beach - 10 min drive
  • Sandy Cove Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 28 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Admiral Collingwood - 13 min walk
  • Dolly's Cafe - 12 min walk
  • The Ilfracombe Fryer - 13 min walk
  • Swiss Cottage Cafe - 8 min walk
  • The Wellington Arms Ilfracombe - 5 min walk

About this property

The Darnley Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, walk to North Devon Coast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Darnley Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Self parking is free.

This Ilfracombe hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1921
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Darnley Hotel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Televisions come with DVD players. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free cot

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1921
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Darnley Hotel
Darnley Hotel Ilfracombe
Darnley Ilfracombe
The Darnley Hotel Ilfracombe Devon
The Darnley Hotel Hotel
The Darnley Hotel Ilfracombe
The Darnley Hotel Hotel Ilfracombe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Darnley Hotel?

The Darnley Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Darnley Hotel?

Yep, The Darnley Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Darnley Hotel?

Yep, The Darnley Hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Ilfracombe Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing and sailing.

Does The Darnley Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is served at The Darnley Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Darnley Hotel?

No, The Darnley Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Darnley Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Darnley Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Darnley Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Darnley Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 12 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
bathroom toilet not screwed to the floor when you sat on it the toilet tilted, broken tiles on the floor ,tiles replaced with white sealant the rest of the floor had beige sealant. The blinds were broken and let in the light ,right through the night , spoke to owner was told it gets light early in the morning. dog in dining room owner petted dog and continued serving, requested well done toast was told cannot serve you well done toast as against health and hygiene ? Very miserable couple once try to say any thing is wrong, just reminds me of faulty towers , I can safely say it has been the worst hotel we have stayed in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Very friendly and attentive owners, lovely breakfast and nice room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay
Sadley no one was there when i arrived. I return laster still no one there. But soon someone came to check me in. The room was on top floor. Was told best views but trees obscured the view. The room was very comfortable. The breakfast service was very slow. But enjoyably. There was a separate private bathroom not so good when a few visits needed. Was able to leave my car after check out so i could enjoy coastal walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bags of character comfy and friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Autumn break
Clean. Great shower and breakfast. Nothing too much trouble for owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awful and argumentative
I’m writing this review in the hope others can avoid the experience we had. The room initially looked ok. The decor was very dated but not necessarily concerning. However, the bed was very uncomfortable - the mattress was so old and tired that it drooped ever which way. Perhaps, if just one person stayed they could droop into the middle of the mattress and get some sleep but if there are two of you, sleep becomes very difficult. The shower shifts rapidly and unpredictably between scolding and freezing. You can lessen this somewhat if you turn it to the eco setting. Whilst the room was not conducive to sleep, this pales into comparison with the attitude and treatment by the staff. We politely asked when the wifi login details did not appear to work. We were immediately told off that they were old login details (they didn’t seem to think it was a good idea to update the guest folder in the room?!) and more so when we said that the wifi did not work at all in our room, even with the new login details. This began a very long and deeply uncomfortable process with both the man and woman staff (perhaps owners). They criticised us, blamed us, patronised us and did their best to make us feel as uncomfortable as possible. To name the highlights - entering & lingering in our bedroom when we were two females in our PJs and a barely veiled threat of him having been ‘MOD internal security’ in the past. Breakfast: only 8:30-9:30am ad greasy & gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Alan, Croydon.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice hotel, slow breakfast
Nice big hotel and we got our room upgraded at no extra cost. Room was comfortable and enormous. Easy access down to the town and harbour area. Seagulls were noisy! Breakfasts were terribly slow. We were out walking each day and like to make an early start. On our final day when we had a long drive home we ordered beans on toast as we thought it would be quick and it still took 35 minutes to arrive. As the earliest they start breakfast is at 8.30am we ended up leaving a fair but later than we would have liked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Early breakfast request
Not very good service for breakfast it states in there information pack breakfast 8 till 9.30 but were told its 8.30 till 9.30 If you want earlier let know I did and was told come down at 8.15 which we did as we were going to Lundy for the day had to leave at 8.55 breakfast arrived at 8.45
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017