Burgh Island Hotel

Hotels
Inn-telligence
9.4 (63 reviews)
Bigbury-on-Sea South, Kingsbridge, England, TQ7 4BG , Kingsbridge , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Full-service spa
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Sauna
Concierge service
Picnic area
Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location
Friendly staff
Unique hotel design
Cons:
Inconsistent service
Food quality issues
Initial room was inadequate

Categories

Cleanliness
8.91
Some cleaning issues mentioned, with staff being friendly but untrained.
Service
9.88
Service was hit-or-miss, but some staff were exceptionally helpful.
Location
10
Exceptional views and beautiful island noted as a highlight.
Room Quality
8.87
Initial room was unacceptable, but a better room was provided.
Amenities
9.9
Unique hotel features and enjoyable dining experiences highlighted.
Value for Money
9.36
Some value concerns expressed regarding dining options.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Food quality criticized; some dishes were inedible and dining options were limited.
Overall Experience
9.9
Overall enjoyable experience with memorable highlights despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 07:24

Property Description

Escape to the exquisite Burgh Island Hotel, where luxury meets the stunning coastline of Kingsbridge.

Relaxation Awaits
Indulge in ultimate relaxation at our full-service spa, offering rejuvenating massages, soothing body treatments, and revitalizing facials. Afterward, refresh in our outdoor pool or unwind in the sauna.

Culinary Delights
Savor culinary masterpieces at our two on-site restaurants or opt for the comfort of room service. Don’t forget to enjoy your favorite drink at the bar/lounge while a complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Comfort & Convenience
Our well-appointed 25 guestrooms ensure you feel right at home, featuring private bathrooms, complimentary toiletries, and daily housekeeping. Benefit from amenities like free Wi-Fi and complimentary self-parking during your stay.

Book your stay at Burgh Island Hotel today for an unforgettable seaside retreat!

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 4 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
  • The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    Children not allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 63 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.91
Service: 9.88
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.87
Amenities: 9.9
Value for Money: 9.36
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Patrick
10
Pros:

Wonderful experience. History and glamour in one place.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Tom family
10
Pros:

We rate it 10/10 - goodness knows what it would get if the Nettlefold dinners were better value for money.

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
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Debbie
10
Pros:

A fabulous experience has to be lived

2025-08-12 via Nuitee
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David partner
10
Pros:

This truly unique hotel has had a major makeover since we last visited 20 years ago. The rooms are looking great, and the staff are very pleasant, although service can be a bit hit-and-miss at times.

2025-08-11 via Nuitee
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Judith
10
60th Birthday Treat
Pros:

We stayed for two nights to celebrate my 60th birthday. The hotel has such character and is on a beautiful island with amazing views in every direction. We particularly enjoyed a swim in the mermaid pool and dinner in the Pilchard Inn. The highlight was dressing for dinner and dining in the grand ballroom on my birthday. Our room, The Bentley Room, was beautifully decorated with a very comfortable bed and a balcony with fantastic views. We loved the history of the hotel and island and found the staff extremely helpful. We will definitely be back!

2025-08-05 via Nuitee
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David
4
Beautiful architecture and setting awful hotel
Pros:

Trading off its reputation and beautifully restored Art Deco Building , falls short in so many areas .
The so called customer relations manager Vlad made a great show of our « very special « room only to show us to the worst room in the house so small it felt like we’d been put up in a caravan. Disgusting view of two roofs . My wife was reduced to tears a very special birthday trip ruined . How dare he mock his guests in such a contemptuous way. Fortunately we were accommodated in a more satisfactory room after one night by a more customer focused member of staff . The food was a disgrace either bland and tasteless or so overwhelming and overpowering as to be inedible after one night in the restaurant we cancelled and ate in the Pilchard Inn instead. The staff were largely charming and friendly although clearly untrained and unsupervised .

2025-08-01 via Nuitee
K
Karla
10
Pros:

A uniquely historic hotel with exceptional cuisine and friendly staff.

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
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RODNEY
10
Magical hotel
Pros:

A wonderful experience from parking the car to the gorgeous ballroom dining room. A magical hotel .

2025-06-30 via Nuitee
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PHILIP
10
The best, loved every minute
Pros:

One of the best experiences I’ve had. Such an interesting and beautiful place. Staff were amazing, so helpful and happy to tell you about this incredible place. Will definitely be returning, hopefully regularly

2025-06-24 via Nuitee
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Phil
10
Excellent!
Pros:

Amazing hotel, very unique and excellent customer service. Highly recommend

2025-06-24 via Nuitee
A
Amanda
10
Pros:

Fantastic for a celebration.

2025-06-17 via Nuitee
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Vicky partner
10
Pros:

Wonderful Escapism
A treat away for my 50th birthday. Exceptional service throughout our stay from bar and restaurant staff, through to the lovely cleaning ladies. Made my stay very special, fabulous food both at the Pilchard Inn and the black tie dinner. Any little issues were dealt with straight away and am already looking for an excuse to go back again, oh and you must brave it and take a swim in the mermaid pool.

2025-05-08 via Nuitee
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michael partner
8
Pros:

A true slice of bygone times, stunning architecture and friendly staff. Unique.

2025-04-29 via Nuitee
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William
10
A birthday to remember
Pros:

It was something that wife had wanted to do since she was a teenager. And now we both have, it is an iconic location with an amazing history and it has hosted some of the most famous people of the 20th century which include Winston Churchill to the Fab Four "The Beatles". It was everything we expected and for more.

2025-04-13 via Nuitee
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David partner
10
Pros:

Our 2 night stay was exceptionally good from start to finish. Every member of staff we met was excellent and really made our stay special. This, combined with the food and drink, location and ambiance means that, for us, it’s one of the best hotels we have stayed in.

2025-04-08 via Nuitee
A
Anna family
10
Pros:

The most fun and lovely hotel I've ever stayed in!! Highly recommend despite the price.

2025-04-05 via Nuitee
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Dawn
10
A great overall experience.
Pros:

This is an experience rather than a hotel stay. From the moment we parked we were looked after by the staff. Nothing was too much trouble. The staff were great, we had suite which was fully furnished in art deco style but with up to date touches; coffee machine. Underfloor heating.

2025-03-22 via Nuitee
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Stephen
10
Special event stay
Pros:

Amazing stay, beautiful hotel and location. Service, the room, food everything was perfect.

2025-03-17 via Nuitee
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Rosie
10
Pros:

A very special place

2025-03-12 via Nuitee
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Luke partner
10
Pros:

It's a truly unique location... being cut off by the tide twice a day on your own island. It's stunning. The attention to Art Deco is remarkable. It was spotlessly clean. The service is relaxed not over the top. The food was really good, not superb and perhaps not quite worth the price, but I get that you're paying for the location as much as anything. Love that the rooms don't have TVs to be authentic to the period. It's fun having the 4x4 transfer over the beach or the sea tractor through the waves. We'd go back again. It was really special for our anniversary

2025-03-03 via Nuitee