Hunters Lodge

Hotels
9.6 (99 reviews)
The Hunters Lodge , Barnstaple , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Delicious food
Clean and well-managed
Cons:
No significant negatives were mentioned

Categories

Cleanliness
9.69
Rooms were described as spotless and clean.
Service
9.96
Numerous reviews praised the super friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.2
The location was appreciated but not specifically highlighted.
Room Quality
9.75
Rooms were beautifully decorated and comfortable.
Amenities
9.38
Facilities provided were very good according to guest comments.
Value for Money
9.14
Guests felt they received great value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
9.89
Food was consistently described as fantastic and accommodating for pets.
Overall Experience
9.76
Overall impression was very positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 12:54

Property Description

Convenient Location
Hunters Lodge is nestled in Barnstaple, just a stone's throw from popular attractions like Lundy Island, Westward Ho!, and Watermouth Castle.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of breakfast choices including Full English/Irish, vegetarian, or vegan options, ensuring there's something for every palate.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel, dine at the in-house restaurant, and unwind at the bar after a day of exploring.

To book your stay at Hunters Lodge and experience the ultimate comfort and convenience, reserve your room now!

Important information:

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: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 99 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.69
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.75
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 9.14
Food and Beverage: 9.89
Overall Experience: 9.76
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Steven • couple • gb
10
Professional but friendly
Pros:

I thought the breakfast was very good, more than enough for even the most hungry. Ample coffee or tea with juice. With the most hospitable of hosts.

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
Outstanding!! A must if you are visiting North Devon 10/10
Pros:

OUTSTANDING!! We have just returned from a 3 night stay and we have booked again to go in a few weeks to take my parents as it was so great. The hosts, Nicky and John could not have done more for us, they went above and beyond to make our stay pleasurable. The apartment was spotless and very well finished and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. The shower is so powerful and really refreshing, a perfect way to start the day. The perfect start to the day continues when you have the full English breakfast, cooked to perfection and made to your choice, I was shocked when I found out that is all included in the price. The menu for the evening meals has many choices and the ones we chose were great. To make the stay even better, there is a Sunday carvery with excellent choice of meats and veg that was just the cherry on the cake for our stay. The Banoffi pie for dessert was also lovely. We have a dog who is not the most well behaved when other dogs are in the room and Nicky went to a lot of trouble to seat us away from the other dogs. I cannot speak highly enough of this property and hosts. We have stayed in places before from Booking.com that are rated over 9 but they did not compare to this property that should be a 10. Location is also fantastic and is only a short drive to many North Devon attractions.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Graham and Margaret • couple • gb
10
Really good
Pros:

Good breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Couldn't fault the place; would truly highly recommend!
Pros:

Lovely traditional pub. Very attentive and friendly staff. LandLady/Owner is brilliant. Nothing too much trouble. Excellent home cooked food, and plenty of it (husband/co-owner) is Chef. Breakfast was extremely good with seconds/double up offered FOC

Cons:

Nothing. It is honestly a really lovely well run pub and motel.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
10
Relaxing overnight dog-friendly stay in immaculately clean room (bigger than average)
Pros:

It was perfect to accommodate dogs. Great sized immaculate room. Pub meals (right next door) were really handy and tasty. Breakfast was excellent. Owner was very accommodating and super friendly. Everything was perfect- will definitely use again and such a convenient location for North Devon. An extremely positive experience- thank you!

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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giacomo_b • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Staff molto affabile e professionale, la camera non era ancora pronta così ci hanno offerto da bere.
Ottima colazione (abbiamo optato per classic english breakfast).
Camera molto spaziosa e moderna, letti comodi.
Ampio parcheggio e ottimo pub ristorante

Cons:

La nostra camera, l'ultima al piano terra, era davanti all'ingresso di servizio della cucina, quindi la finestra è di fatto inservibile.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • gb
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Glenda • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Food and customer care excellent. Room very clean and comfy

Cons:

There was nothing we would change

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Rooms were clean & well decorated.
Comfy beds & great showers.
Lovely staff.
The adjacent pub did lovely food with great value for money.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • gb
10
What an AMAZING little gem in Devon. We enjoyed our two night stay and will be back - thank you Nicky and John
Pros:

The room was comfortable - very clean and inviting. Bathroom was clean and the overall rating from MANY places we have stayed is exceptional. The staff were helpful and owners were friendly and welcoming. And the carvery was one of the best roasts we’ve had ❤️

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
8
North Devon hospitality
Pros:

Everything you could possibly want in a breakfast all in the price even Farmers breakfast. Dinners were extra but all cooked fresh and tasted delicious 🍷🥰, The owners Nicky and John could not be more helpful and were determined they were going to roll me out the door 🥰. You will have to reserve your place at the carvery on a Sunday or you won't get in the car park which is quite big as well 😄. The location in Newton Tracey is well placed for any coastal resort along the A39, Clovelly is very nice 👏. Listening to only birdsong is very therapeutic for me👏.

Cons:

I had packed a bar of chocolate which melted by the time I got to the Lodge😢. I couldn't find a fridge so did my best with a large fan that was provided. The Thornton's and Hawkstone cider helped me to bide my time 🥰 I am sure Nicky would of put it in their freezer had I asked👍

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
10
Holiday in Devon
Pros:

Lovely room great food did everything for my partners allergies as she has a lot. Really enjoyed our stay there,great hosts and the staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

Nothing could not fault the place

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Ivor • couple • gb
9
The staff were very friendly and helpful Thankyou
Pros:

The room was clean and well appointed

Cons:

Road works made it difficult to arrive -now finished

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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gazzasuch • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Superb in every way 👏

Cons:

Nothing, everything was fantastic.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
8
Very clean and comfortable with good cooked breakfast.
Pros:

Very comfortable room with good shower. Clean and clearly recent refurbishment.

Cons:

Could have fruit and yogurt at breakfast.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • gb
9
Would definitely stay there again
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable and great location for me

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Martha • couple • nl
9
Pros:

De gastvrijheid, het uitgebreide ontbijt, de heerlijke kamer, het avonddiner.
Alles was goed.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Christopher RB • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Stayed here while down in Barnstaple for work
The room was lovely, comfortable, spotless amazing shower and quiet and peaceful
Ate in the pub for dinner the staff were incredible and the food was amazing
Breakfast was even better! Got to meet The owners gorgeous dog
Was an absolutely perfect stay and will certainly stay again when next down that way for work
Thanks Nikki!

Cons:

I liked everything! Highly recommend

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee