Drake Hotel Plymouth

Hotels
8.8 (2697 reviews)
2 Windsor Villas, Lockyer Street, , Plymouth , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great central location
Cons:
Inconsistent shower temperature
Beds could be more comfortable

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Reviews consistently mentioned cleanliness as a strong point.
Service
9.2
Guests frequently highlighted the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff.
Location
9.2
Excellent central location was a recurring positive mention.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were generally described as comfortable and spacious.
Amenities
8.2
Basic amenities were satisfactory but lacked extra features like additional blankets.
Value for Money
8.7
Positive remarks on the value offered for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Breakfast received praise for quality and options.
Overall Experience
9
Overall guest experiences were highly positive and many would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 13:28

Property Description

Charming Historic Property
Located just a stone's throw away from Plymouth Hoe Promenade, The Drake is a charming family-run hotel dating back to the 1830s.

Convenient Amenities
Guests can enjoy free on-site parking and WiFi during their stay. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and an en suite shower room with complimentary toiletries.

Ideal Location
Situated within walking distance of key attractions such as the city centre, Theatre Royal, and Plymouth Barbican, The Drake also offers easy access to transportation hubs. Explore nearby cafes for a delightful breakfast experience.

Ready to experience a blend of history and modern comfort? Book your stay at The Drake for a memorable Plymouth getaway.

Important information:

Please contact the hotel directly for early check-in requests or late departures.
Free on-site parking is available on a first come first serve basis.
Early parking access may be possible (please confirm with the hotel directly). For large vehicles including vans, please inform reception prior to arrival.
Please note the hotel does not have a elevator. For guests with mobility impairments, please mention upon booking so a lower room can be allocated where possible.
Special requests can be made through the booking.com inbox, or by contacting the hotel directly using the contact details provided in your confirmation.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2697 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 9
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Janene couple nz
10
Stayed one night , good location , great breakfast , good large and nicely furnished room and facilities, great
Pros:

Everything !

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Lucy family_with_children gb
8
Comfortable stay and a great location
Pros:

Fantastic location close to the Hoe - we were well looked after and as requested a parking space was waiting for us when we arrived. All the staff were very welcoming and our room was comfortable, clean and quiet. There was a little confusion with our breakfast order but as a coeliac I was well catered for with gluten free and nothing was too much trouble. Most

Cons:

Most of our grumbles were down to personal taste- bed too soft, would have preferred mugs and a choice of teas etc but the biggest dislike was the rusty shelf/display unit in the bathroom…it so needs to be taken down and replaced as it is absolutely disgusting and with all the rust looks hideous!

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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David family_with_children gb
3
Not giig
Pros:

Had to wait, didn’t even know that were there.

Cons:

Waited all day for the room to be serviced. Didn’t happen.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Geoffrey solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great location for the Hoe, shops, Barbican & the continental ferry. Parking reserved if requested & it is free. Decent breakfast & staggered times.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
M
Michal solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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GEORGE couple gb
8
Helpful and friendly staff
Pros:

Location
Free parking

Cons:

Very small room which meant you couldn’t get down one side of the bed although it was a double deluxe

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Alana solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Dan solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
J
John couple gb
9
As hoped for, better than most we’ve been to.
Pros:

Friendly staff, modern fittings, breakfast room especially nice, complimentary car parking.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
M
Matthias solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Frühstück gut, Personal freundlich, Parkplatz vor dem Hotel

Cons:

Hellhörig, Betten etwas zu kurz

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Dawnie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff
Easy checking

Cons:

...

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Claudia couple it
10
Pros:

Accoglienza super, personale molto cortese e disponibile
Pulizia e comfort della stanza
Colazione

Cons:

Niente

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Wendy solo_traveller gb
2
Not the best
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

My room was very hot no window. Pillow lumpy. No shower mat for safety. Room right below kitchen so noisy and wook very early. Do not have room 5 if you want a good sleep staff very good. Bar closed by 10pm.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Christian couple at
10
Excellent!
Pros:

Cosy beds, great shower, lovely staff

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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anthony couple gb
8
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Nigel extended_group gb
8
Pros:

Great location for the theatre, barbican and hoe

Cons:

Shower cubicle was cramped

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
S
Stuart solo_traveller gb
7
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
S
Saba couple gb
9
Pros:

Great location, Clean and tidy, nice breakfast and friendly staff

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
G
guy solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Hôtel près du centre, moderne, confortable, accueil très cordial

Cons:

Seul bémol, l'impossibilité de se connecter à Netflix sur son propre compte

2026-08-21 via Nuitee