Northgate House

Hotels
9.1 (2134 reviews)
Northgate House, Buckfast Abbey, Buckfast, Devon , Buckfastleigh , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Uncomfortable bed for some
Breakfast service issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.99
Rooms were spotless, but some issues with breakfast cleanliness were reported.
Service
9.96
Staff were friendly and did their best under pressure during busy times.
Location
9.5
Lovely location near gardens and abbey grounds.
Room Quality
8.45
Some guests found mattresses too firm and rooms too warm.
Amenities
8.98
Basic amenities were satisfactory, but some felt restricted choices in food.
Value for Money
9.44
Overall very enjoyable stay offering good value.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Breakfast was poorly managed, leading to a negative experience.
Overall Experience
9.46
A very enjoyable stay overall with friendly staff and good atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:11

Property Description

Riverside Retreat in Buckfastleigh

Scenic Views and Modern Comforts
Nestled on the banks of River Dart, our hotel offers a tranquil escape with a terrace, garden, and bar for guests to unwind. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings and relax in rooms with en-suite bathrooms, some featuring balconies for stunning views.

Culinary Delights and Dietary Options
Indulge in a hearty full English breakfast each morning and savour British cuisine at our on-site restaurant. Catering to all dietary needs, we also provide Vegetarian, Dairy-free, and Vegan options for a diverse dining experience.

Explore Dartmoor National Park
Embark on exciting adventures with popular activities like walking and cycling, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of Dartmoor. Conveniently located near Torquay and Plymouth, our hotel is the perfect base for your Devon exploration.

Book your stay now for a memorable riverside getaway!

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 2134 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.99
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 9.44
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 9.46
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

My wife and I were impressed by the very high standards in all areas including the professionalism of the staff, the facilities, the delicious food, and our room. This was our first time at Northgate House. It's a most beautiful and tranquil location, and we are already planning our nextand longer stay.

Cons:

Nothing worth commenting on.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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carolyn • couple • gb
8
nice stay , not happy being woken
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

I was in a back room and was woken early every morning by delivery drivers delivering and talking

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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jacqueline • couple • gb
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location!

Cons:

Nothing. All very good, thank you

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Great find. Able to park and investigate Buckfast Abbey. Quite amazing.
A very restful quiet stay. Large rooms.
Excellent dinner and breakfast at San Benedetto's restaurant.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jill • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • nl
7
Pros:

Ligging en ambiance

Cons:

Bedden. Ouderwetse Springveren matrassen. Niet comfortabel

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
9
Convenient quiet stay in Devon, wonderful setting. Great staff
Pros:

Quiet. Lovely staff

Cons:

Limited dinner menu

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Béatrice • couple • fr
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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PETER • extended_group • gb
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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catherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Great location. Good restaurant with excellent breakfast.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Gina • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay, the restaurant was a huge bonus, great food and reasonably priced. The surrounding's are so peaceful and beautiful too. I will definitely be coming back as am often visiting friends in Devon.

Cons:

Nothing really to dislike but the addition of a room safe would, for me travelling from France, be a real advantage as I don't like carrying my passport etc. around with me.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
10
A really good place to stay
Pros:

From a warm welcome to a beautiful, comfortable room, excellent food and friendly, helpful staff I was very glad to be there, and I hope I can return before too long.

Cons:

See above.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Danny • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
A quiet, peaceful retreat near the lovely grounds of Buckfast Abbey.
Pros:

This is our second trip to Northgate House this year. As before our room was on the ground floor as we had our dog with us and there are 3 rooms that the hotel uses for guests bringing their dog. It was great to be able to eat in the small side room this time instead of the bar area (which was a change since our last visit), plus the addition or a dog water bowl and treats jar and toys (much appreciated by our four legged friend). As per our last visit the room was clean with tea and coffee facilities, and shower and hair bits provided. The breakfast included is plentiful with cereal, fruit, pastries, yoghurts etc and you can have a cooked breakfast and pay extra if you wish. The staff are professional, friendly and helpful. We had dinner on two of our 4 night stay and, as per our last visit, was well presented and good quality products. If there is one observation that could be made it would be the introduction of a 'special' to the menu which would give those staying for a longer period an extra menu choice.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee