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The Dolphin

3.0 star property

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Deluxe for 4
A coastal view with a metal fence, a signboard, and a beach in the background.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large rug, and wall-mounted artwork.
A cozy corner with a leather armchair, a table with books, a lamp, and a potted plant.
A wooden table with a lamp, a radio, and various items including a kettle, cups, and cans.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Explore the area

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Fore St, Beer, England, EX12 3EQ
  • Place, Beer Roads
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaton Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfy for 1

A neatly made bed with white linens and a decorative pillow, a bedside table with a radio and a glass, and a wall with a floral pattern.

Comfy for 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with folded towels, a bedside table with a radio, and a floral wallpaper.

Comfy Double

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a radio, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Comfy Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfy for 3

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a radio, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Comfy for 3

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe for 4

Deluxe for 4

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Plus

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden cabinet, a hanging light fixture, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe

Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Seaton

At The Dolphin you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Dorset and East Devon Coast and Beer Roads. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. English breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Seaton hotel include Pecorama and Seaton Beach.

What's nearby

  • Beer Roads - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pecorama - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seaton Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Beer Quarry Caves - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Axminster Station - 22 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Relish - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Sea Shanty - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pebbles Coffee House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Dolphin

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Seaton hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Dolphin offers 23 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats 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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 15.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Dolphin?

Yep, The Dolphin has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dolphin?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dolphin on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$192, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Dolphin?

Yep, The Dolphin is a short 11-minute walk from Seaton Beach.

Does The Dolphin serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dolphin?

No, The Dolphin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Dolphin?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dolphin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Dolphin Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Cherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfy bed, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and on site parking a bonus very comfortable room and staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay clean friendly and good location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great location, plenty of parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel great staff great food great service excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly welcome, comfortable room, great value for money, quiet, easy parking, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Room was spacious and clean , breakfasts delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay at The Dolphin - lovely friendly staff, easy check in and such a gorgeous room with beautiful little touches. Super clean and super comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, friendly staff. Everything was very clean. Decor was a little tired but this didn’t detract from a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The retaurant is really excellent, friendly staff and superb food!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly helpful staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully renovated (approx May 25) with stunning new decor, great food, friendly staff and Beer itself is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was so easy and the staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. The food was excellent - we enjoyed a vegetarian dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean. The beds very comfortable. Good breakfast and beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great value for money staff are very welcoming and will do anything for you basic rooms but clean and tidy great selection of teas coffees biscuits water ect provided in your room the food was lovely the bar and eating area has been refurbished
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, friendly staff, clean rooms will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a prime location. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. Breakfast was scrumptious. Overall an exceptional experience Thank you all at the dolphin
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovey stay great food and staff and lovely decor
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best option of a pub stay in Beer. Easy parking perhaps not so easy in high season? Nice breakfast room friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large spacious room, comfortable beds, small but modern bathroom, great setting and nice and quiet over night, free parking on site. Staff were very helpful with any of our questions, breakfast was freshly cooked with plenty of variety and all for a very reasonable price. Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, spacious and immaculate. Meal in restaurant very good, with very professional and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't have been more helpful as I had mad a huge error on my booking. Staff remained very helpful and soon sorted out our room. Food is excellent, recommend booking the breakfast. Can't wait to come and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
warm welcome clean room nice and warm whilst cold outside Easy access and good location super breakfast, lots of choice and nice dining room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026