Durrant House Hotel

Hotels
7.3 (824 reviews)
Heywood Road, Northam , Bideford , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Uncomfortable bed
Limited evening menu

Categories

Cleanliness
6.55
Some rooms need a makeover, but overall cleanliness was noted.
Service
7.55
Staff were noted as friendly and helpful, though responsiveness to issues could improve.
Location
8.05
Location was described as super good and excellent.
Room Quality
6.55
Some beds were uncomfortable, but overall room experience was satisfactory.
Amenities
7.05
Amenities were mentioned positively, though sauna facilities were not working.
Value for Money
7.55
Good value for money was highlighted in several reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Food quality and variety were rated positively.
Overall Experience
7.05
General experience was enjoyable, with specific mentions of positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 04:22

Property Description

Scenic Views and Relaxation

Located on the outskirts of Bideford, the Durrant House Hotel offers stunning views over the Torridge estuary. Guests can unwind in the sauna or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool.

Comfortable Accommodation

The rooms at this North Devon hotel provide a cozy retreat with amenities such as tea/coffee facilities, TVs, and Italian marble en suite bathrooms. Enjoy a restful night's sleep surrounded by modern comforts.

Delicious Dining Options

Start your day with a hearty full English breakfast and savor delectable dishes made with fresh local ingredients at The Olive Tree Restaurant. For more casual dining, The Appledore Bar offers a variety of home-cooked meals to satisfy your cravings.

Book your stay at Durrant House Hotel for a memorable getaway filled with relaxation, comfort, and culinary delights.

Important information:

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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sat, Jan 3, 2026 until Sun, May 31, 2026
Swimming pool: Closed from Thu, Oct 1, 2026 until Mon, May 31, 2027

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 824 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.55
Service: 7.55
Location: 8.05
Room Quality: 6.55
Amenities: 7.05
Value for Money: 7.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 7.05
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caitline198 Family
10
Lovely place to go with a big family
Pros:

Family of 11, really well catered to, quick service for food. Absolutely amazing food, the whole family loved it. Michelle was a lovely server, thank you. Will be visiting here again.

2026-04-04 via Tripadvisor
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jessieleigh44 Couples Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England
10
Amazing friendly staff
Pros:

We stayed at the durrent for a night ( me and my partner ) we had a amazing time staff was very welcoming especially Michelle she had bright red hair she couldn't do enough for us making us feel so welcomed and comfortable really smiley and friendly im currently pregnant and she went above and beyond to simple things like just making sure I got just as I wanted for breakfast beans on toast lol food was lovely so thank you so much Michelle / red for making our stay perfect we will see you again soon as we will definitely be back

2026-04-04 via Tripadvisor
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Jessica couple gb
10
Pros:

Staff was amazing especially the lady with bright red hair Michelle

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Cheryl couple gb
9
2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Siyabulela couple gb
10
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
9
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
9
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
6
Pros:

Food was good and the beer was good

Cons:

Staff that was on in the evening was rude swearing at each other

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Selway couple gb
8
Omly had one night but will be returning
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent and also the service

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Nigel solo_traveller gb
9
Will book again.
Pros:

Breakfast was standard fare and what you would expect from a 3 star accommodation.
Hotel staff were very accommodating and friendly. Evening meal was freshly cooked and fairly priced.
Which reflects my overall experience as being a top 3 star hotel and excellent value for money.

Cons:

Minor gripe, hard poached eggs🤨

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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W3637NVmichaelh Couples Lydney, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, England
10
A few idyllic days away in a great location.
Pros:

We have stayed at the Durrant House Hotel previously and love it. There is a wonderful ambience as soon as you enter the building, a little old fashioned but well kept, and the restaurant is something to behold. There staff are all efficient and friendly and really go out of their way to make the stay enjoyable. The food is first class, the rooms are a decent size , warm and kept perfectly clean. There is a lift for those unable to use the stairs, parking is enough to cope and the hotel is only 20 minutes walk into Bideford. It is also on a regular bus route which can take you to Appledore, Westward Ho!, Bideford and beyond. We will definitely return and can highly recommend the Durrant.

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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LoveTravel471537 Couples
10
great staff and service
Pros:

Great hotel with amazing staff,Food and drink was very good with large portions ,Nice and clean with a great location

2026-03-23 via Tripadvisor
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Wright50m couple gb
4
Ok for one night but dirty hotel and needs a facelift
Pros:

The cooked breakfast was good cooked to order was hot and fresh cold buffet was minimal but ok

Cons:

The hotel is in desperate need of a renovation or lick of paint and a good scrub in all areas of the hotel it was dirty and everything felt grubby the bed was small and bedding was thread bare the room was boiling hot and didn’t even have the heating on so we left the windows open all night

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Keren couple gb
8
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Samuel couple gb
10
Fantastic stay
Pros:

I loved the quiet and quirky hotel, rooms were a good size and the staff were lovely especially Anthony who delivered great service with a smile and a laugh. Place was clean and loads of parking.

Cons:

Nothing, the fan was a little noisy in our room but wee were moved to a different room. We could see someone fixing the fan an hour later. Brilliant

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
10
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Marion couple gb
8
Enjoyable
Pros:

Lovely staff
Lovely location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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488rosalier Family
10
Mother's day getaway
Pros:

I stayed here for mother's day with my daughter after seeing their offer on Facebook and we had such a lovely time. The atmosphere was warm and relaxing, which made it a perfect little getaway for us to spend some quality time together.

The staff were very welcoming and attentive, and they made the stay feel extra special. The room was comfortable and clean, snd we really enjoyed the peaceful environment.

It was a beautiful way to celebrate mother's day together and create a sweet memory . I would definitely recommend it for a relaxing stay with family.

2026-03-15 via Tripadvisor
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Passenger156460 Family
10
Winter break
Pros:

Our recent visit to durrant house mon to fri was very nice staff were very nice and the hotel was very clean also breakfast and our main meal very nice

2026-03-13 via Tripadvisor