Dartmoor Inn Merrivale

Hotels
8.3 (96 reviews)
Dartmoor Inn Merrivale , Yelverton , gb

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Japanese garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Beautiful scenery
Dog friendly
Cons:
Dated room quality
Limited amenities
Pricing issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Overall clean rooms reported, but some issues with dated conditions.
Service
8.8
Staff were consistently described as lovely and welcoming.
Location
8.8
Fabulous location mentioned in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
7.3
Dated and poorly finished rooms as mentioned in reviews, impacting the rating.
Amenities
8.3
Standard amenities noted, with some areas for improvement.
Value for Money
7.8
Discussed value but also mentioned pricing discrepancies.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Food was praised across all reviews, with many calling it exceptional.
Overall Experience
8.3
Generally positive experiences with some feedback on improvements.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 02:59

Property Description

Charming Rural Location
Escape to the tranquil setting of Dartmoor Inn Merrivale, nestled in the picturesque town of Yelverton. Explore nearby attractions such as Lydford Castle and Cotehele House, just a short drive away.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property and relax in the well-maintained garden. Indulge in delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the cozy bar.

Convenient Access to Nearby Landmarks
With key landmarks like Morwellham Quay and Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface within driving distance, our hotel serves as the perfect hub for your exploration of the area.

Ready to experience a peaceful retreat at Dartmoor Inn Merrivale? Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 96 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Steve couple gb
9
Thank you
Pros:

Friendly and welcoming staff, lovely good, comfy, clean room.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Graeme couple gb
9
Just nice
Pros:

food excellent place just nice

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Sylvia couple gb
10
Would definitely stay again and recommend the Dartmoor inn to family and friends
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing and presentation was outstanding full English plus coffee and or juice, dinner the night we stayed was outstanding steak cooked to perfection chips was really tasty partner had the hake which she said was delicious

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Hannah couple gb
9
Amazing Dartmoor stay
Pros:

Beautiful location, friendly staff, amazing food
Breakfast was incredible
Stayed in Roos Torr which was budget room as no view but did have an en-suite

Cons:

Room was fairly hot at night but fine with window open

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller gb
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Gill couple gb
7
Beautiful location and views
Pros:

Staff were very friendly, very helpful. Food in pub was excellent, would highly recommend eating there. Best steak ever. Frank certainly knows how to cook it on the ox grill. Watch from the chefs table.

Cons:

Room was very tired. No cups, spoons or enough milk for tea/coffee. Had to ask for them. Only 2 towels provided which were very small bath towels, no hand towels, no shower mat for floor after shower. One bedside lamp very bright couldn't turn it down as just flashed.
Only one pillow per person. One spare in wardrobe but no pillow case.
Duvet cover had a small stain (looked like blood) on it.
Have stayed here previously and by chance the same room about 4 or 5 years ago but the Bathroom has a door frame around a locked door which is very rough untreated wood. Needs sanding down to avoid accidental splinters. This has not changed since the last time.
Curtains in bedroom and bathroom really need changing, old fashioned and barely on the tracks.

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Suzy solo_traveller gb
8
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Tom couple gb
9
In the top 3 pub meals of my life. The pub totally makes it. Thank you.
Pros:

Its attachment to the pub and the views from the bedroom are fantastic.

Cons:

Nowt. It was exactly what it said it was.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Mike couple gb
9
Super food
Pros:

location was great as we wanted to do some walking. The evening meal we had was excellent and in itself made up for some of the problems outlined below. The breakfast was also excellent

Cons:

Since I booked the room, prices had risen (considerably) hence the room we were given was one which matched the price we had paid. Very small and no view. To get more space and a view, I had to pay and additional 50% over the original price. I have no problem with owners putting up prices but they should stick to deals done before guests arrive. Alternatively I could have been contacted and told in advance so that I had the option to make other arrangements

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
9
We loved the Dartmoor Inn
Pros:

Great location. Wonderful food. Very special steaks. Staff were very friendly.

Cons:

Main towels were a bit small

2026-01-16 via Nuitee
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Skinner Lisa couple gb
10
Pros:

All of the staff were so friendly and its in a stunning location. The food was absolutely amazing

2026-01-11 via Nuitee
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Jamie couple gb
7
Lovely food and will be back but the room is quite right for the cost.
Pros:

Lovely position on the moors.
Food was fantastic
Staff were lovely.

Cons:

The rooms are too basic for the price point.
Rooms/ bathroom and landings carpet need a bit of TLC

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Kirsty couple gb
8
Pros:

Lovely staff, amazing food, dogs friendly, outstanding scenery.

Cons:

Shower head wouldn’t stay in fixed location.

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Rhys couple gb
8
Very pleasant, good value for money.
Pros:

The food was amazing, and the staff were friendly

Cons:

There were only 2 pillows on the king bed. Meaning 1 pillow each for me and my partner

2025-12-31 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
5
Great food, not great accommodation. Wouldn't stay again.
Pros:

Evening meal was very good. As a restaurant the food all seemed very good.

Cons:

The rooms really aren't up to much. Dated and poorly finished. I use better towels at home for our dog than the towels we were supplied for our overnight stay. The restaurant where we ate our evening meal was freezing. Even though there was an open fire that could have been used to warm the area and give it more of a cosy feel, it wasn't lit. The lighting was also terrible, in our room and in the restaurant area

2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Jaco couple gb
8
Pros:

Nice clean, comfortable room.
Dog friendly.
Exceptional evening meal and breakfast.
Great staff.

Cons:

Sunday evening as the bar was closed from around 17:00, No TV in room

2025-12-27 via Nuitee
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Debra couple gb
10
Amazing !
Pros:

We enjoyed our overnight stay at The Dartmoor Inn immensely. Our room with views was beautiful, the steaks cooked in the restaurant were cooked to perfection and our hosts were welcoming and Frank went out of his way to ensure we were happy with everything. We will definitely be back in 2026 and hopefully bring our family with us. Thank you

Cons:

nothing

2025-12-12 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
8
Pros:

Fantastic food - dog friendly - great location - good value for money

Cons:

Sizes of rooms could be better but absolutely not a deal breaker

2025-12-08 via Nuitee
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Norton-Ellis solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Restaurant and menu

Cons:

My single room had no views other than the backyard

2025-11-06 via Nuitee
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Hazel couple gb
10
Perfect location, clean, comfortable and if you like steak this is the place to come!
Pros:

Our second visit here. The staff are so welcoming, they remembered us from our last visit. The location is fabulous, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the food in the pub is incredible.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-03 via Nuitee