The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon

Hotels
8.9 (254 reviews)
South Zeal, Okehampton, Devon , South Zeal , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Historical character
Delicious food
Atmospheric building
Cons:
Cleaning concerns
Navigational issues parking
Breakfast inconsistency

Categories

Cleanliness
7.9
Some concerns about thoroughness in cleaning noted.
Service
9.4
Generally friendly and helpful staff across reviews.
Location
8.9
Good location for exploring the area; some navigation issues mentioned.
Room Quality
8.9
Unique and atmospheric rooms noted.
Amenities
8.9
Historical ambiance enhances the experience.
Value for Money
8.4
Pricing for some menu items was criticized.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Food quality praised with some mixed reviews on breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.4
Many guests described their stays as lovely and memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 03:03

Property Description

Historic Charm
Experience the allure of a 12th-century manor house nestled in 4-acre monastery gardens with a 536-year-old bar and free WiFi.

Quaint Accommodations
Stay in traditionally furnished rooms adorned with wooden beams, stone walls, antiques, and modern amenities like a TV and en-suite bathroom.

Gastronomic Delights
Indulge in award-winning dining with picturesque Dartmoor views, savoring seasonal dishes made from top-notch local ingredients.

Book now to immerse yourself in the rich history and exquisite offerings of The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon!

Important information:

The property has its own on site free car park, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, there is free parking opposite the property in the village of South Zeal and a large free and well-lit public car park 492 feet away.

We do not have a 24-hour manned reception, so please do not book here if you plan to return at night to our property after 11.20 PM.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 254 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.9
Service: 9.4
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 8.9
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Frank • couple • nl
9
Heerlijk hotel met heel vriendelijk personeel en een fijne keuken in een mooie omgeving.
Pros:

De ontvangst was erg hartelijk in deze historisch zeer interessante herberg. Het was veel beter dan gemiddeld, het was gewoon erg goed. De omgeving is erg mooi om te wandelen.

Cons:

Het gebouw is erg oud met hier en daar lage deuren. Dit voegt toe aan de charme van de herberg, maar als je lang bent of slecht ter been kan dit een probleem zijn.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
10
Fabulous overall.
Pros:

Location, history of hotel, lovely food and great people.

Cons:

Slightly pricey

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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simon • couple • gb
8
Perfect stopover
Pros:

Historic friendly great breakfast

Cons:

I disliked nothing.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • gb
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • ch
10
Gerne kommen wir über Jahre immer wieder !
Pros:

Gasthaus mit Geschichte über mehr als 500 Jahren, liebevoll gepflegt durch die Besitzer Lyn & Simon. Schöner Garten zum Verweilen. Dies war unser 3. Aufenthalt und wir sind immer noch verzaubert 👍

Cons:

Da fällt uns gar nichts ein !

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Liz • couple • gb
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Lily • couple • gb
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Wilma • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • au
10
Beautiful historic hotel, in an amazing village with incredible views and fantastic staff. We will most definitely be ba
Pros:

Location, history, friendliness, staff, views ….. everything!

Cons:

Nothing, it was fabulous.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • gb
9
Just what we hoped for in a really old pub.
Pros:

Choice of breakfast was good and perfectly cooked. Loved the room and the four poster bed.
The eating areas were really impressive with such history throughout the inn.

Cons:

Parking at the premises is limited, but we were able to park in the street. The beer garden is quite basic but does the job.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
9
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • couple • gb
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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emmanuel • extended_group • gb
10
Very pleasant and relaxing
Pros:

Its History and the people

Cons:

None

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Tina • couple • gb
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Lovely room, excellent food at dinner and breakfast and friendly service. Thoroughly recommend.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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david • couple • gb
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • gb
10
A gem of a place.
Pros:

The bed was exceptionally comfortable. The staff were very funny and friendly and we enjoyed our stay enormously. Only sorry it was just for one night. Breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Krzysztof • couple • gb
10
Good food, friendly staf, comfortable bedrooms. Highly recomended
Pros:

Very old and beautiful building

Cons:

I couldn’t take my bike to my room

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee