The Old Smithy Inn

Hotels
8.6 (448 reviews)
Welcombe Bideford , Welcombe , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Cozy atmosphere
Good value for money
Quiet location
Cons:
WiFi issues
Warm temperatures in the room
Insect noises at night

Categories

Cleanliness
8.11
Some reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, including crawling insects.
Service
9.08
Many mentions of friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.82
Quiet location mentioned positively multiple times.
Room Quality
8.57
Cozy room descriptions with mixed reviews.
Amenities
8.1
Issues with WiFi and no air conditioning present.
Value for Money
8.76
Consistently noted as good value for the experience.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Food quality was appreciated, although some were dissatisfied with meal prices.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall positive experiences with some service quirks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 00:51

Property Description

Charming Accommodations

Discover cozy rooms with flat-screen TVs and sea views at The Old Smithy Inn. Enjoy a comfortable stay with free toiletries, bed linen, and towels provided.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in British, Seafood, and local cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Special dietary requests including vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan options are also available.

Scenic Surroundings

Relish the serene garden, inviting terrace, and vibrant bar at The Old Smithy Inn. With free WiFi and a convenient location near popular attractions, your stay promises to be unforgettable.

To book your stay at The Old Smithy Inn in Welcombe, visit our website today!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 448 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.11
Service: 9.08
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Peter • solo_traveller • ch
3
Cons:

Dirty sheets on the bed
Hair on the bed
Towels with large stains
Floor under bed not clean

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Christina • solo_traveller • de
7
Schöner Aufenthalt
Pros:

Sehr nette Gastgeber.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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NICOLA • couple • gb
10
Delightful place hidden away but close enough to the sights
Pros:

Loved the staff and friendly atmophere

Cons:

Not anything that can be done as it's bad in the area but WiFi is only in the pub and not the room, despite there being a booster. The pub is very close by and so friendly that it was not an issue

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Björn • couple • de
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • solo_traveller • vu
10
Pros:

Helpful staff
Nice room

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Knut • couple • de
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Shelley • couple • gb
8
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
7
Enjoyed it overall and will return after checking menu on the day !
Pros:

Great atmosphere ln line with Welcome Bay . Breakfast great ! Could not be beat . Dinner ok but where are fresh veg? No tomatoes with salad !!?. Liked staff very much…….

Cons:

Property perfectly ok for us

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • at
6
Da ist Luft nach oben!
Pros:

Es hat schon seinen Charme. Und die Herren Ware sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Pup ist super. Essen war gut.

Cons:

Das Wasser im Waschbecken läuft nicht ab. 1/2 h aufs Frühstück gewartet und der Preis ist nun auch nicht geschenkt.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Frouke • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • gb
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
5
Disappointing. Needs a good shake-up to become great.
Pros:

Characterful and great location.
All of the staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The rooms are small and not so well equipped, e.g. no small fridge, virtually no flat surfaces, that were not full, to put anything down on, e.g. the bedside tables had huge, end-table lamps on them, proper bedside lamps would be better.
And generally the rooms are rather shabby, grime is building up, noticeably in the en-suite.
And, whilst recognising that it's not part of a slick hotel chain but a country pub with rooms, the general organisation and efficiency leaves a lot to be desired, despite the really nice staff.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Maurice • couple • gb
4
Very pretty location, but improvements needed
Pros:

The location was great. The thatched pub is beautiful

Cons:

The room was tatty. Bathroom door had lots of paint missing. The outside table was very small and not as pictured. The breakfast cereals were stale. Food, plates and glasses left on tables outside overnight. Not pleasant to see when arriving for breakfast

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Wendy Mountford • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Great location for the South West Coastal Path. Lovely meal served at the pub.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • at
8
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Ben • solo_traveller • be
6
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • de
8
Auch bei schlechtem Wetter ein guter Zwischenstopp
Pros:

Ruhig gelegen mit dem schönen Pub direkt nebenan.

Sehr bequeme Betten.

Sehr nettes Personal und leckeres Frühstück und Essen.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jen • couple • gb
6
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • couple • de
9
Hier bleiben wir gerne!!!!
Pros:

Schöne Lage. Ruhig, gemütlich und eine gute Küche.
Super nette Eigentümerin und ebenso das Personal. Hilfsbereit und immer bemüht!!!
Wir kommen gerne wieder und erinnern uns gerne an den Aufenthalt!

Cons:

Nichts!

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee