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The Valley of Rocks Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Lynton

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View
Miscellaneous
Lobby
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lee Road, Lynton, England, EX35 6HS
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley of the Rocks
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Triple Room, Ensuite

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

Superior Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Lynton

At The Valley of Rocks Hotel you'll be within steps of Lyn Valley Art & Craft Centre and Lynton Cinema. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Lynton hotel, attractions include Exmoor National Park and North Devon Coast.

What's nearby

  • Exmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lynton Cinema - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blacklands Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Valley of the Rocks - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 31 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glasshouse - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Mill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rising Sun Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Ancient Mariner - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Valley of Rocks Hotel

Hotel in Lynton
WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Lynton hotel.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Valley of Rocks Hotel offers 68 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Lynton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 6 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (99 centimetre high)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 6 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Valley Rocks Hotel Lynton
Valley Rocks Hotel
Valley Rocks Lynton
The Valley Of Rocks
The Valley of Rocks Hotel Hotel
The Valley of Rocks Hotel Lynton
The Valley of Rocks Hotel Hotel Lynton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Valley of Rocks Hotel?

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

Is parking available at The Valley of Rocks Hotel?

Yep, The Valley of Rocks Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 6 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Valley of Rocks Hotel?

Yep, The Valley of Rocks Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Blacklands Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Valley of Rocks Hotel?

No, The Valley of Rocks Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Valley of Rocks Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

The Valley of Rocks Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 369 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Simon

Great value historic property centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Arlene

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shaun

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was terrible no hot water no food not told on booking the restaurant was shut due to ceiling fallen down Staff didnt seemed concerned about any of these things left the so called hotel early would like a refund of some kind
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly helpful staff. Wonderful building, faded opulence. Must be good to have a room on the view side
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central old hotel

Great location minutes away from cafés, pubs and eateries. Funicular virtually next door. Lovely old hotel, clean and full of character though indeed of a little tlc. We were made very welcome and our rooms were upgraded at no extra cost with amazing views across the valley. Very dog friendly and would definitely stay there again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard, Salisbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is dated but very clean and in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect relaxing mini break

Fantastic location with awesome scenic walks to Lynmouth and valley of the rocks on the hotels doorstep. We stayed in a twin bedroom and had the most stunning views.Clean bathroom & comfy beds. The staff were friendly helpful.
From the Twin bedroom First floor
From the Twin bedroom First floor
From the Twin bedroom First floor
From the Twin bedroom First floor
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service

Anniversary Stay

Staff very welcoming and friendly. Hotel quite dated and needed redecorating/modernising. A shame they don’t do food or drinks as the dining area is beautiful with lovely views outside. Bed not very comfortable, memory foam mattress toppers would be a good idea! Loved the view from our room though and nicely situated. We’ve been to Lynmouth and walked the route to Watersmeet a few times now but it’s still just as pretty! And we’d never been to Valley of rocks before, stunning views and well worth a visit. Overall, a nice 2 night break away!
View from our room.
Watersmeet in Lynmouth.
Valley of rocks.
Valley of rocks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
No restaurant or bar
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lance

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly reception but uncomfortably worn-out room

The reception lady was friendly, but the rest was disappointing. The room and corridor reeked of mustiness. The carpet was ancient and marked, and there were scuffs on the walls. The sides of the bath sloped down away from the shower head so water from the shower ran down them and onto the floor, soaking any clothes you happened to have put there. The tiny pillow was lumpy, and the walls were so thin it sounded like your neighbours were in the room with you. The TV was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynette

Travelled with partner
Absolutely stunning location, it’s an old building that needs considerable work doing to bring it back to its former glory & they need to employ a groundsman to keep the gardens up together as I feel this would improve the whole experience. Would I stay again…? 100% the view looking down over my Lynmouth is worth every penny & the staff were all such lovely people.
The view from our room, looking down to lynmouth
Beautiful sunset over valley of the rocks
The rear of this once magnificent building
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Staff & service

A lovely dog friendly hotel

Booked for a solo trip with my dog (additional £10 for dog to stay) - the room was clean and tidy, a little run down but I knew that upon booking as wasn't looking for somewhere pricey/fancy. The lady at reception was really lovely and welcoming (Rachel I believe), and they love dogs so big bonus for us. I booked a single room but was upgraded to a twin to allow space for my dog's crate which was really thoughtful. Lovely view of the ocean from the back entrance/carpark. It's a 20 minute walk down to the beach, and just round the corner from the hotel is a beautiful coast walk leading to Valley of the Rocks, so it's in a great location. BOOK PARKING IN ADVANCE - very tight, only space for about 6 or 7 cars, so call in advance (£6 a night). Would definitely bring my dog here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed before and so know the deal. Paid slightly more for a better room, which was lovely. Clean, spacious and comfortable with great views. Shower only warm which was disappointing. No bar, no breakfast but not bothered by lack of either. Friendly and effecient staff. Overall, value for money accommodation in heart of Lynton.
View from room
View of hotel (top left) and cliff railway (right) from Lynmouth.
View from room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Mould in bathroom mould is n radiator mould on shower hose. Cold tap would not turn off. Room was tiny had to squeeze between bed and wall to go round bed. No restaurant or bar. No parking. And no refund !!!!!!!! Zero stars
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Derek

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very disappointing and over priced.

Over priced for a rundown hotel without restaurant or breakfast facility. We found hairs and stains on bed sheets. Cobwebs around the room and particular around the sash windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down. Our room was clean and comfortable. No food and bar closed. We stayed 18 months ago, very dissapointed at how the place has gone down hill in that time. Staff were amazing cannot fault them, friendly,helpful,polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great location but needs some TLC

Great location on the hills above Lynmouth, but definitely in need of some TLC. Friendly check-in, but were advised that the kitchen was closed so no breakfast was available. There was a great view from the first floor room, which was in need of redecoration and generally brightening up, with scuffs on the walls and peeling paint in the bathroom (which was bigger than usual and with a decent shower) There were a few parking spaces available behind the hotel (£5 per day)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For the price this place is excellent. You are paying the price of a hostel but you have your own room, a decent bathroom and tea making facilities. The hotel has seen better days, and if you want something swanky pay another £100 per night. Staff were helpful, room was clean, and location is spot on.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was fine but restaurant and bar were unexpectedly closed and the garden was overgrown and unusable. Early morning Street noise was loud and woke us up. Staff especially Rachel went above and beyond to welcome and assist us. Excellent location within the town and surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the hotel is centrally located and very reasonably priced, the staff are very helpful, the building is old and for the price its peculiarities are liveable with. This was my second stay and I would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No hot water at all, took ages to get a fan, broken window in room so couldn’t open it up. Loud noise from rooms next door. Staff on reception just on their phone and not bothered to help. Avoid at all costs
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025