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
K
Katerina • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Mihalache • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely stay
Pros:

Convenient location and the breakfast

Cons:

Internet kept dropping out in the first room as you go to rooms at the Basement level.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

All of it, Nina was great

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
K
Ken • couple • es
8
Very good but disappointing with parking
Pros:

Very closed to ferry port

Cons:

Parking it was first come first serve, no disable parking, only 6 spaces available after that its pay and display 24 hours 7 days a week very disappointing when they advertise parking

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
6
Would I go back ? Probably not
Pros:

Very clean, location quiet just a short walk to The Hoe or Arena. Staff very nice and helpful.

Cons:

The shower would not stay a constant heat. It went to cold to very very hot in constant waves. Very dangerous for children.
Problem with the chef.. breakfast took an hour to come , not great but some days are out of your control! Very nice breakfast when it came.
Bar is small and not manned , no music or anything and closes on manger’s discretion are case 9.50pm.
Water machine broken, but we were able to purchase 2 small bottles for just under £6!

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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nina • couple • gb
4
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Hazel • couple • gb
9
Good value, would stay again. Thank you.
Pros:

Great central location, lovely staff- Nina was a star with extra queries from us. Breakfast was included- the fresh fruit salad was good too and our bathroom shower was lovely and hot.

Cons:

Although there are several breakfast options that were really nice- thank you, it would be nice if a few pastries like pain au chocolat could be added to the self- serve buffet section.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Very clean good staff.

Cons:

I had a basement room and it was under the kitchen. Hence this allowed ever foot step made above Sounded into the room commencing very early in the morning. Keeping me awake. Dissponting and annoying.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
B
Braddo • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff very Good
Breakfast excellent
Location Brilliant

Cons:

Put into room 5 first
No windows
But moved for the second night
Thank you

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
B
Becky • couple • gb
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
J
Jhavique • solo_traveller • vc
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
T
Teresa • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely friendly staff, great location

Cons:

Bed was a little too hard

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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William • family_with_children • gb
7
Was a lovey weekend away with family we stayed extra night
Pros:

Location and staff great breakfast in morning was lovely

Cons:

Cleanliness needs to be improved under the beds are shocking

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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malb28 • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
8
Great stay. Would recommend but pre book parking direct with hotel
Pros:

Good location - walk to shopping centre and Barbican area. Very clean. Very helpful staff . Excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Unfortunately there is very little parking on site . When I booked the room it wasn’t made clear that you had to contact the hotel direct in order to pre-book the parking. The staff were very helpful in managing to give us a space for the car. However be aware that all roadside parking is via the Ringo app.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • gb
8
Przyjechałem na zawody żużlowe i potrzebowałem pokoju do przenocowania i do tego to miejsce się nadaje ale na dłuższy po
Pros:

Zadbany i czysty pokój w dobrej lokalizacji.

Cons:

Miejsca parkingowe trochę za ciasne i zdecydowanie za mało dla gości.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely Victorian villa. Room was immaculate clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful and professional. The breakfast was good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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milmo22 • solo_traveller • gb
10
Brilliant Hotel.
Pros:

Super friendly staff.
Location is unbelievable for Ho, Barbican and City Centre.
Room large and spotless.
Breakfast very good.

Cons:

We only had one night!

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Gyk68 • solo_traveller • ro
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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wendy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Excellent place.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee