Carlton Hotel
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About this property
Stay near the beach at this hotel featuring a restaurant, 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary breakfast.
Location
Located in Ilfracombe, Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel is near the beach. The Landmark Theatre and Ilfracombe Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Verity Statue and Chambercombe Manor. Watermouth Castle and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Room options
4
Queen Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
129 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
6
King Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
HeatingSofa BedPrivate Bathroom
8
King Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
194 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxSofa Bed
4
Accessible Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
183 ft²
HeatingSofa BedPrivate Bathroom
5
Triple Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
194 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
3
Family Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 4
194 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomTV
5
Twin Room
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
118 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
7
Single Room
Room details
1 Single Bed
105 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
Double Room with Shower
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
118 ft²
HeatingSafety Deposit BoxPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews of Carlton Hotel
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 886 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
39%
Family
24%
Group
22%
Solo
8%
What guests think
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At Carlton Hotel in Ilfracombe, reviewers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff, spotless modern interiors, and a convenient location near the harbour and Tunnels Beaches, with many also enjoying quality breakfasts and dinners served on site.
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At Carlton Hotel in Ilfracombe, reviewers consistently praise the friendly, helpful staff, spotless modern interiors, and a convenient location near the harbour and Tunnels Beaches, with many also enjoying quality breakfasts and dinners served on site.
Rooms are generally comfortable and refurbished, though several reviews note some are small or can run warm without air conditioning. On-site parking exists but can be limited or tight. A dependable choice for exploring Ilfracombe.
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Facilities
On-site restaurant and bar are popular, with a small gym mentioned positively. There is on-site parking, but spaces are limited or tight at times.
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10
Melvin
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Carlton Hotel is our favorite spot to stay in Ilfracombe. The location is good, being on same level as the harbour for easy walking, and with it's own parking area. The rooms are always spotless and extremely well maintained and the staff are very frindly and helpful.
The Carlton Hotel is our favorite spot to stay in Ilfracombe. The location is good, being on same level as the harbour for easy walking, and with it's own parking area. The rooms are always spotless and extremely well maintained and the staff are very frindly and helpful.
10
Christine
25 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A very well presented friendly hotel ideally situated for ilfracombe attractions and the Landmark theatre with parking facilities.
A very well presented friendly hotel ideally situated for ilfracombe attractions and the Landmark theatre with parking facilities.
10
PRZEMYSLAW
3 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is great they offer amazing customer service a big thank you. The rooms are clean and they have car park as well. The restaurant/bar offers great food. Thanks 👍
This hotel is great they offer amazing customer service a big thank you. The rooms are clean and they have car park as well. The restaurant/bar offers great food. Thanks 👍
10
frances
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room is large and clean with a nice size shower. The bed was very comfortable with lots of pillows and other nice amenities like coffee and television, refrigerator table and chairs, etc. it also had a nice fan. What I didn’t like is a parking was very tight we were fortunate on both of our nights stay to find a spot right in front of the hotel but I suppose if we come a bit later, we would’ve had to struggle to find a place nearby.
The room is large and clean with a nice size shower. The bed was very comfortable with lots of pillows and other nice amenities like coffee and television, refrigerator table and chairs, etc. it also had a nice fan. What I didn’t like is a parking was very tight we were fortunate on both of our nights stay to find a spot right in front of the hotel but I suppose if we come a bit later, we would’ve had to struggle to find a place nearby.
10
miss
13 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything about this hotel was amazing. From the decor to the friendliness of the staff I cannot fault it. The hotel was spotlessly clean and in a great location and had parking which is always a bonus. Michael, the co owner was a lovely character and couldn't do enough for you. We ate in the restaurant the first night and the food was outstanding but reasonably priced. I have nothing negative to say, you will not be disappointed if you chose this hotel!
Everything about this hotel was amazing. From the decor to the friendliness of the staff I cannot fault it. The hotel was spotlessly clean and in a great location and had parking which is always a bonus. Michael, the co owner was a lovely character and couldn't do enough for you. We ate in the restaurant the first night and the food was outstanding but reasonably priced. I have nothing negative to say, you will not be disappointed if you chose this hotel!
10
Catherine
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The concierges were very friendly and helpful, the room very comfortable and updated, the location was excellent (very close to the tunnels and beaches). There is also a comfy bar area and lobby. Included was a bountiful breakfast and we could even order fresh fish for the next morning. I would definitely stay here again if I came back to Ilfracombe.
The concierges were very friendly and helpful, the room very comfortable and updated, the location was excellent (very close to the tunnels and beaches). There is also a comfy bar area and lobby. Included was a bountiful breakfast and we could even order fresh fish for the next morning. I would definitely stay here again if I came back to Ilfracombe.
10
Caroline
5 Nov 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
I had such a relaxing, blissful stay at the Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel and will definitely stay there if I visit Ilfracombe again. The staff were eager to help and make my stay enjoyable. The room was well provided with facilities, and was smart, comfortable and clean. The lounge was stylish yet comfortable. The hotel's facilities were excellent - a restaurant serving delicious food, a gym and a great library with lots of books, local OS maps to borrow, and draughts board. The breakfasts were superb with many hot options to choose from as well as a range of cereals, fruit salad, yoghurt and toast. The proprietor is mad about theatrical musicals and there are posters of West End productions all over the walls which adds an element of fun. There's a bus stop just yards from the hotel, and the hotel is next to the entrance to the Tunnels Beaches (one of the main tourist attractions) and a couple of minutes walk from the museum (which is wonderful) and the sea front. All in all, I had a fantastis stay.
I had such a relaxing, blissful stay at the Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel and will definitely stay there if I visit Ilfracombe again. The staff were eager to help and make my stay enjoyable. The room was well provided with facilities, and was smart, comfortable and clean. The lounge was stylish yet comfortable. The hotel's facilities were excellent - a restaurant serving delicious food, a gym and a great library with lots of books, local OS maps to borrow, and draughts board. The breakfasts were superb with many hot options to choose from as well as a range of cereals, fruit salad, yoghurt and toast. The proprietor is mad about theatrical musicals and there are posters of West End productions all over the walls which adds an element of fun. There's a bus stop just yards from the hotel, and the hotel is next to the entrance to the Tunnels Beaches (one of the main tourist attractions) and a couple of minutes walk from the museum (which is wonderful) and the sea front. All in all, I had a fantastis stay.
8
mohammad
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed at this hotel this past week and it was brilliant. Mike the owner was always on hand to help with any enquiries. The staff were polite, professional and friendly. Breakfast was on point. The gym was actually decent aswell. The only thing that wasnt nice was how warm our room was at night. Although this was rectified by keeping the window open. Overall for a 3 star hotel it was fantastic. Theres free parking out front aswell that made it so convenient. Couldnt recommend this hotel highly enough.
Stayed at this hotel this past week and it was brilliant. Mike the owner was always on hand to help with any enquiries. The staff were polite, professional and friendly. Breakfast was on point. The gym was actually decent aswell. The only thing that wasnt nice was how warm our room was at night. Although this was rectified by keeping the window open. Overall for a 3 star hotel it was fantastic. Theres free parking out front aswell that made it so convenient. Couldnt recommend this hotel highly enough.
8
Alec
13 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent room, very spacious with huge and comfortable bed and very nice fitments. En-suite bathroom also very good with excellent shower. Friendly staff, good quality food and good general cleanliness throughout the hotel. Only small issue was limited on-site parking, especially when a coach was present.
Excellent room, very spacious with huge and comfortable bed and very nice fitments. En-suite bathroom also very good with excellent shower. Friendly staff, good quality food and good general cleanliness throughout the hotel. Only small issue was limited on-site parking, especially when a coach was present.
10
Helen
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This property was OUTSTANDING, all newly decorated, wonderfully, fantastic facilities And the restaurant matched any top restaurant in london. Tbh, i was exoecting another tired seaside hotel, thats not what i got. It really was 11 out of 10...and im fussy
This property was OUTSTANDING, all newly decorated, wonderfully, fantastic facilities And the restaurant matched any top restaurant in london. Tbh, i was exoecting another tired seaside hotel, thats not what i got. It really was 11 out of 10...and im fussy
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the hotel and rooms as spotless and well maintained. Refurbishment and upkeep are widely praised.
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Trevor
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Spotlessly clean hotel, really good breakfast, good value.
Spotlessly clean hotel, really good breakfast, good value.
10
Darren
31 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely and clean and spacious very comfortable and the staff were brilliant we would definitely recommend
Lovely and clean and spacious very comfortable and the staff were brilliant we would definitely recommend
10
david
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cleanliness is exceptional with the whole hotel freshly painted, neat and crisp. Some small problems too minor to even mention.
Cleanliness is exceptional with the whole hotel freshly painted, neat and crisp. Some small problems too minor to even mention.
10
Melvin
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Carlton Hotel is our favorite spot to stay in Ilfracombe. The location is good, being on same level as the harbour for easy walking, and with it's own parking area. The rooms are always spotless and extremely well maintained and the staff are very frindly and helpful.
The Carlton Hotel is our favorite spot to stay in Ilfracombe. The location is good, being on same level as the harbour for easy walking, and with it's own parking area. The rooms are always spotless and extremely well maintained and the staff are very frindly and helpful.
8
becky
8 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
on arrival the hotel looked a little tired from the outside, however, we were pleasantly surprised on the cleanliness and the decor of the hotel was inside. Our room was comfortable and the bathroom very clean. The breakfast menu was very very good and the hotel staff very friendly and helpful.
on arrival the hotel looked a little tired from the outside, however, we were pleasantly surprised on the cleanliness and the decor of the hotel was inside. Our room was comfortable and the bathroom very clean. The breakfast menu was very very good and the hotel staff very friendly and helpful.
6
Daniel
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and well kept hotel, very modern decor, bathroom and shower were excellent. Room was really hot with no a/c but fan provided. Rooms are on the small side Upon arrival they must have had issues with their system as they had mixed my data up with a previous guest who shared the same name. Had paid via hotels.com months prior to arrival and when checking out was asked to pay again! Staff apologetic. On arrival family had booked table of 4 for dinner however hotel wasn’t flexible in trying to cater for the other 4 even though hotel restaurant was far from at capacity, gave nice suggestions for other local restaurants to try. Breakfast was lovely other than serving cold coffee, neighbouring table also had same issue
Very clean and well kept hotel, very modern decor, bathroom and shower were excellent. Room was really hot with no a/c but fan provided. Rooms are on the small side Upon arrival they must have had issues with their system as they had mixed my data up with a previous guest who shared the same name. Had paid via hotels.com months prior to arrival and when checking out was asked to pay again! Staff apologetic. On arrival family had booked table of 4 for dinner however hotel wasn’t flexible in trying to cater for the other 4 even though hotel restaurant was far from at capacity, gave nice suggestions for other local restaurants to try. Breakfast was lovely other than serving cold coffee, neighbouring table also had same issue
10
miss
13 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything about this hotel was amazing. From the decor to the friendliness of the staff I cannot fault it. The hotel was spotlessly clean and in a great location and had parking which is always a bonus. Michael, the co owner was a lovely character and couldn't do enough for you. We ate in the restaurant the first night and the food was outstanding but reasonably priced. I have nothing negative to say, you will not be disappointed if you chose this hotel!
Everything about this hotel was amazing. From the decor to the friendliness of the staff I cannot fault it. The hotel was spotlessly clean and in a great location and had parking which is always a bonus. Michael, the co owner was a lovely character and couldn't do enough for you. We ate in the restaurant the first night and the food was outstanding but reasonably priced. I have nothing negative to say, you will not be disappointed if you chose this hotel!
10
Mary Diane
29 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Would recommend the Carlton hotel, staff friendly, hotel very clean and tidy. Only slight downside was room was a bit on the small side even though it was meant to be a queen size room. This didn’t alter the opinion of this lovely hotel though
Would recommend the Carlton hotel, staff friendly, hotel very clean and tidy. Only slight downside was room was a bit on the small side even though it was meant to be a queen size room. This didn’t alter the opinion of this lovely hotel though
10
Katherine
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What a lovely hotel so attentive and friendly. The breakfast was very enjoyable with great quality food. The hotel and room was modern and spotlessly clean with good facilities. All of the staff were very friendly and informative, it was so nice to stay in a dog friendly hotel that still offered all the comforts of home. We would 100% recommend to anyone with or without a dog.
What a lovely hotel so attentive and friendly. The breakfast was very enjoyable with great quality food. The hotel and room was modern and spotlessly clean with good facilities. All of the staff were very friendly and informative, it was so nice to stay in a dog friendly hotel that still offered all the comforts of home. We would 100% recommend to anyone with or without a dog.
10
James
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice weekend in July 25. Hotel owner was very friendly as were his staff. Room was modern and clean, the whole hotel was spotless. The breakfasts were good. We would stay there again
Very nice weekend in July 25. Hotel owner was very friendly as were his staff. Room was modern and clean, the whole hotel was spotless. The breakfasts were good. We would stay there again
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Rooms
Modern, comfortable rooms with good beds and showers are common. Several guests note some rooms are small and can feel warm due to no air conditioning.
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Andrew
15 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing long weekend at Carlton Hotel. The room was spacious, very well maintained and incredibly comfortable. Michael was the perfect host and gave great recommendations on where to visit locally. We had dinner in the hotel restaurant on the first evening, the food was perfect with great service. We can’t wait to return!!
We had an amazing long weekend at Carlton Hotel. The room was spacious, very well maintained and incredibly comfortable. Michael was the perfect host and gave great recommendations on where to visit locally. We had dinner in the hotel restaurant on the first evening, the food was perfect with great service. We can’t wait to return!!
10
Deborah
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was stunning modern and very clean. Food excellent.
The room was stunning modern and very clean. Food excellent.
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Pauline
10 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were all lovely and very helpful, the hotel was beautifully decorated and very clean. The bed was comfortable. The breakfast was great with lots of choice and we had lovely meals in the restaurant during the 2 evenings of our stay. However, I booked a Queen room as the photos showed it had a table and chairs in the room which makes it more comfortable for sitting drinking a cuppa and reading etc. when we arrived there was just 1 chair in the room so we asked for another and a small table or to have our room changed. We were given another chair but there really wasn’t room for a table and apparently there wasn’t a room available with these in. We may as well have booked a double room which was cheaper. Also, a mirror is needed in the room that you can us with the hairdryer. There was a large mirror over the bed which is really the wrong place. We didn’t let these minor things affect our short break away and we enjoyed exploring Ilfracombe but the hotel really needs to consider what they show in their photos for different rooms.
The staff were all lovely and very helpful, the hotel was beautifully decorated and very clean. The bed was comfortable. The breakfast was great with lots of choice and we had lovely meals in the restaurant during the 2 evenings of our stay. However, I booked a Queen room as the photos showed it had a table and chairs in the room which makes it more comfortable for sitting drinking a cuppa and reading etc. when we arrived there was just 1 chair in the room so we asked for another and a small table or to have our room changed. We were given another chair but there really wasn’t room for a table and apparently there wasn’t a room available with these in. We may as well have booked a double room which was cheaper. Also, a mirror is needed in the room that you can us with the hairdryer. There was a large mirror over the bed which is really the wrong place. We didn’t let these minor things affect our short break away and we enjoyed exploring Ilfracombe but the hotel really needs to consider what they show in their photos for different rooms.
10
frances
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room is large and clean with a nice size shower. The bed was very comfortable with lots of pillows and other nice amenities like coffee and television, refrigerator table and chairs, etc. it also had a nice fan. What I didn’t like is a parking was very tight we were fortunate on both of our nights stay to find a spot right in front of the hotel but I suppose if we come a bit later, we would’ve had to struggle to find a place nearby.
The room is large and clean with a nice size shower. The bed was very comfortable with lots of pillows and other nice amenities like coffee and television, refrigerator table and chairs, etc. it also had a nice fan. What I didn’t like is a parking was very tight we were fortunate on both of our nights stay to find a spot right in front of the hotel but I suppose if we come a bit later, we would’ve had to struggle to find a place nearby.
10
Helen
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Couldn't fault it wanted to take the bed home! Stylish decor, friendly hotel,perfect location
Couldn't fault it wanted to take the bed home! Stylish decor, friendly hotel,perfect location
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Daniel
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and well kept hotel, very modern decor, bathroom and shower were excellent. Room was really hot with no a/c but fan provided. Rooms are on the small side Upon arrival they must have had issues with their system as they had mixed my data up with a previous guest who shared the same name. Had paid via hotels.com months prior to arrival and when checking out was asked to pay again! Staff apologetic. On arrival family had booked table of 4 for dinner however hotel wasn’t flexible in trying to cater for the other 4 even though hotel restaurant was far from at capacity, gave nice suggestions for other local restaurants to try. Breakfast was lovely other than serving cold coffee, neighbouring table also had same issue
Very clean and well kept hotel, very modern decor, bathroom and shower were excellent. Room was really hot with no a/c but fan provided. Rooms are on the small side Upon arrival they must have had issues with their system as they had mixed my data up with a previous guest who shared the same name. Had paid via hotels.com months prior to arrival and when checking out was asked to pay again! Staff apologetic. On arrival family had booked table of 4 for dinner however hotel wasn’t flexible in trying to cater for the other 4 even though hotel restaurant was far from at capacity, gave nice suggestions for other local restaurants to try. Breakfast was lovely other than serving cold coffee, neighbouring table also had same issue
10
Stephen
25 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable room and good quality breakfast would stay again
Very comfortable room and good quality breakfast would stay again
8
Tina
20 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is very clean and looked to have been recently renovated. The breakfast staff were friendly and very efficient with a good variety of hot and cold breakfast available. Unfortunately there are building works across the road which are noisy. I would recommend a room upgrade as our room was very small.
The hotel is very clean and looked to have been recently renovated. The breakfast staff were friendly and very efficient with a good variety of hot and cold breakfast available. Unfortunately there are building works across the road which are noisy. I would recommend a room upgrade as our room was very small.
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Alec
13 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Excellent room, very spacious with huge and comfortable bed and very nice fitments. En-suite bathroom also very good with excellent shower. Friendly staff, good quality food and good general cleanliness throughout the hotel. Only small issue was limited on-site parking, especially when a coach was present.
Excellent room, very spacious with huge and comfortable bed and very nice fitments. En-suite bathroom also very good with excellent shower. Friendly staff, good quality food and good general cleanliness throughout the hotel. Only small issue was limited on-site parking, especially when a coach was present.
10
Vennila
21 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Was pleasantly surprised by how nice the hotel was, we were in town for a wedding and needed a place for the weekend. The room, albeit on the smaller side, was new and had all the amenities we needed. Breakfast was great. Would definitely recommend!
Was pleasantly surprised by how nice the hotel was, we were in town for a wedding and needed a place for the weekend. The room, albeit on the smaller side, was new and had all the amenities we needed. Breakfast was great. Would definitely recommend!
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Service
Staff and management are friendly, welcoming, and helpful. A few reports mention slow dinner service or minor administrative mix-ups.
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Andrew
15 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing long weekend at Carlton Hotel. The room was spacious, very well maintained and incredibly comfortable. Michael was the perfect host and gave great recommendations on where to visit locally. We had dinner in the hotel restaurant on the first evening, the food was perfect with great service. We can’t wait to return!!
We had an amazing long weekend at Carlton Hotel. The room was spacious, very well maintained and incredibly comfortable. Michael was the perfect host and gave great recommendations on where to visit locally. We had dinner in the hotel restaurant on the first evening, the food was perfect with great service. We can’t wait to return!!
10
Christopher
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
A friendly welcome on our arrival. A clean and comfortable room. A tasty breakfast made to order. It is an ideal location for visiting the area and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would happily return.
A friendly welcome on our arrival. A clean and comfortable room. A tasty breakfast made to order. It is an ideal location for visiting the area and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Would happily return.
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Daniel
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and well kept hotel, very modern decor, bathroom and shower were excellent. Room was really hot with no a/c but fan provided. Rooms are on the small side Upon arrival they must have had issues with their system as they had mixed my data up with a previous guest who shared the same name. Had paid via hotels.com months prior to arrival and when checking out was asked to pay again! Staff apologetic. On arrival family had booked table of 4 for dinner however hotel wasn’t flexible in trying to cater for the other 4 even though hotel restaurant was far from at capacity, gave nice suggestions for other local restaurants to try. Breakfast was lovely other than serving cold coffee, neighbouring table also had same issue
Very clean and well kept hotel, very modern decor, bathroom and shower were excellent. Room was really hot with no a/c but fan provided. Rooms are on the small side Upon arrival they must have had issues with their system as they had mixed my data up with a previous guest who shared the same name. Had paid via hotels.com months prior to arrival and when checking out was asked to pay again! Staff apologetic. On arrival family had booked table of 4 for dinner however hotel wasn’t flexible in trying to cater for the other 4 even though hotel restaurant was far from at capacity, gave nice suggestions for other local restaurants to try. Breakfast was lovely other than serving cold coffee, neighbouring table also had same issue
10
Terence
22 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Don’t let the colour of outside put you off inside is like a 5 star hotel from the moment you walk through the door every thing has been redecorated to the highest standard and quality we have stayed in a lot of hotels and this is one of the best ever . The owner and all staff were so helpful and obliging and I would definitely stay there again and recommend this hotel to anyone
Don’t let the colour of outside put you off inside is like a 5 star hotel from the moment you walk through the door every thing has been redecorated to the highest standard and quality we have stayed in a lot of hotels and this is one of the best ever . The owner and all staff were so helpful and obliging and I would definitely stay there again and recommend this hotel to anyone
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catherine
23 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was exactly what I was looking for. Somewhere quiet but not to far from the water. The food was very good but the service for dinner was very slow and they forgot to ask me if I wanted a dessert. However, TBH they were very full and everyone seemed very young and inexperienced apart from the bar man. Breakfast had a lot to offer and most likes seemed to be well catered for. I love dogs but am allergic. I was a little worried before I arrived but there was nothing to worry about at all. If there had ever been a dog in my room then there was no sign at all. The room was excellently cleaned and the bed was enormous. The shower was excellent too with a lot of water pressure and enough hot water. I will go there again
The hotel was exactly what I was looking for. Somewhere quiet but not to far from the water. The food was very good but the service for dinner was very slow and they forgot to ask me if I wanted a dessert. However, TBH they were very full and everyone seemed very young and inexperienced apart from the bar man. Breakfast had a lot to offer and most likes seemed to be well catered for. I love dogs but am allergic. I was a little worried before I arrived but there was nothing to worry about at all. If there had ever been a dog in my room then there was no sign at all. The room was excellently cleaned and the bed was enormous. The shower was excellent too with a lot of water pressure and enough hot water. I will go there again
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Jordan
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly and welcoming, the breakfast offered plenty of great options to choose from, and the room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our stay. Overall, a great experience. I’d definitely come back!
The staff were friendly and welcoming, the breakfast offered plenty of great options to choose from, and the room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our stay. Overall, a great experience. I’d definitely come back!
10
Simon
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
First class hotel ,first class staff all around.
First class hotel ,first class staff all around.
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Katherine
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What a lovely hotel so attentive and friendly. The breakfast was very enjoyable with great quality food. The hotel and room was modern and spotlessly clean with good facilities. All of the staff were very friendly and informative, it was so nice to stay in a dog friendly hotel that still offered all the comforts of home. We would 100% recommend to anyone with or without a dog.
What a lovely hotel so attentive and friendly. The breakfast was very enjoyable with great quality food. The hotel and room was modern and spotlessly clean with good facilities. All of the staff were very friendly and informative, it was so nice to stay in a dog friendly hotel that still offered all the comforts of home. We would 100% recommend to anyone with or without a dog.
8
mohammad
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed at this hotel this past week and it was brilliant. Mike the owner was always on hand to help with any enquiries. The staff were polite, professional and friendly. Breakfast was on point. The gym was actually decent aswell. The only thing that wasnt nice was how warm our room was at night. Although this was rectified by keeping the window open. Overall for a 3 star hotel it was fantastic. Theres free parking out front aswell that made it so convenient. Couldnt recommend this hotel highly enough.
Stayed at this hotel this past week and it was brilliant. Mike the owner was always on hand to help with any enquiries. The staff were polite, professional and friendly. Breakfast was on point. The gym was actually decent aswell. The only thing that wasnt nice was how warm our room was at night. Although this was rectified by keeping the window open. Overall for a 3 star hotel it was fantastic. Theres free parking out front aswell that made it so convenient. Couldnt recommend this hotel highly enough.
10
Philip
26 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location for the locality and for routes along the coast. Very clean rooms with good amenities. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Good location for the locality and for routes along the coast. Very clean rooms with good amenities. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant and helpful staff.
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Location
Convenient for the harbour, seafront, and Tunnels Beaches, with easy walking access to town and attractions. Handy for nearby weddings and accessible by car.
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Melvin
24 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
An excellent hotel within easy walk of the town and harbour. Great breakfast!
An excellent hotel within easy walk of the town and harbour. Great breakfast!
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Melvin
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Carlton Hotel is our favorite spot to stay in Ilfracombe. The location is good, being on same level as the harbour for easy walking, and with it's own parking area. The rooms are always spotless and extremely well maintained and the staff are very frindly and helpful.
The Carlton Hotel is our favorite spot to stay in Ilfracombe. The location is good, being on same level as the harbour for easy walking, and with it's own parking area. The rooms are always spotless and extremely well maintained and the staff are very frindly and helpful.
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Christine
25 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A very well presented friendly hotel ideally situated for ilfracombe attractions and the Landmark theatre with parking facilities.
A very well presented friendly hotel ideally situated for ilfracombe attractions and the Landmark theatre with parking facilities.
10
Jon
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great for wedding accommodation by The Tunnels Beaches. Staff are friendly
Great for wedding accommodation by The Tunnels Beaches. Staff are friendly
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Pat
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed at hotel near to Wedding venue which only a 3 minute walk.
Stayed at hotel near to Wedding venue which only a 3 minute walk.
10
Catherine
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The concierges were very friendly and helpful, the room very comfortable and updated, the location was excellent (very close to the tunnels and beaches). There is also a comfy bar area and lobby. Included was a bountiful breakfast and we could even order fresh fish for the next morning. I would definitely stay here again if I came back to Ilfracombe.
The concierges were very friendly and helpful, the room very comfortable and updated, the location was excellent (very close to the tunnels and beaches). There is also a comfy bar area and lobby. Included was a bountiful breakfast and we could even order fresh fish for the next morning. I would definitely stay here again if I came back to Ilfracombe.
10
Margaret
7 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff are friendly and helpful and it is close to attractions. nothing bad.
Staff are friendly and helpful and it is close to attractions. nothing bad.
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Barry
6 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Location was perfect for the town/harbour
Location was perfect for the town/harbour
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Lisa
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel, close to the sea and everything Ilfracombe had to offer
Great hotel, close to the sea and everything Ilfracombe had to offer
8
Aquinuce
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy to access by car and walking distance to the beach and areas of interest
Easy to access by car and walking distance to the beach and areas of interest
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for quality and choice, and many enjoyed dinners in the restaurant. Occasional comments cite slow dinner service.
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Trevor
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Spotlessly clean hotel, really good breakfast, good value.
Spotlessly clean hotel, really good breakfast, good value.
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Kevin
4 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed for 4 nights between Christmas and Nee Year. All of the staff were lovely and so accommodating. We had a dog with us, who was welcome in all areas of the hotel. We food is delicious lots of choices for breakfast and main meals. Cannot wait to book to stay again.
We stayed for 4 nights between Christmas and Nee Year. All of the staff were lovely and so accommodating. We had a dog with us, who was welcome in all areas of the hotel. We food is delicious lots of choices for breakfast and main meals. Cannot wait to book to stay again.
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catherine
23 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was exactly what I was looking for. Somewhere quiet but not to far from the water. The food was very good but the service for dinner was very slow and they forgot to ask me if I wanted a dessert. However, TBH they were very full and everyone seemed very young and inexperienced apart from the bar man. Breakfast had a lot to offer and most likes seemed to be well catered for. I love dogs but am allergic. I was a little worried before I arrived but there was nothing to worry about at all. If there had ever been a dog in my room then there was no sign at all. The room was excellently cleaned and the bed was enormous. The shower was excellent too with a lot of water pressure and enough hot water. I will go there again
The hotel was exactly what I was looking for. Somewhere quiet but not to far from the water. The food was very good but the service for dinner was very slow and they forgot to ask me if I wanted a dessert. However, TBH they were very full and everyone seemed very young and inexperienced apart from the bar man. Breakfast had a lot to offer and most likes seemed to be well catered for. I love dogs but am allergic. I was a little worried before I arrived but there was nothing to worry about at all. If there had ever been a dog in my room then there was no sign at all. The room was excellently cleaned and the bed was enormous. The shower was excellent too with a lot of water pressure and enough hot water. I will go there again
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EDWARD
10 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely friendly, helpful staff. Very clean and well decorated rooms throughout. Really nice food at breakfast and dinner.
Lovely friendly, helpful staff. Very clean and well decorated rooms throughout. Really nice food at breakfast and dinner.
10
Caroline
5 Nov 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
I had such a relaxing, blissful stay at the Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel and will definitely stay there if I visit Ilfracombe again. The staff were eager to help and make my stay enjoyable. The room was well provided with facilities, and was smart, comfortable and clean. The lounge was stylish yet comfortable. The hotel's facilities were excellent - a restaurant serving delicious food, a gym and a great library with lots of books, local OS maps to borrow, and draughts board. The breakfasts were superb with many hot options to choose from as well as a range of cereals, fruit salad, yoghurt and toast. The proprietor is mad about theatrical musicals and there are posters of West End productions all over the walls which adds an element of fun. There's a bus stop just yards from the hotel, and the hotel is next to the entrance to the Tunnels Beaches (one of the main tourist attractions) and a couple of minutes walk from the museum (which is wonderful) and the sea front. All in all, I had a fantastis stay.
I had such a relaxing, blissful stay at the Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel and will definitely stay there if I visit Ilfracombe again. The staff were eager to help and make my stay enjoyable. The room was well provided with facilities, and was smart, comfortable and clean. The lounge was stylish yet comfortable. The hotel's facilities were excellent - a restaurant serving delicious food, a gym and a great library with lots of books, local OS maps to borrow, and draughts board. The breakfasts were superb with many hot options to choose from as well as a range of cereals, fruit salad, yoghurt and toast. The proprietor is mad about theatrical musicals and there are posters of West End productions all over the walls which adds an element of fun. There's a bus stop just yards from the hotel, and the hotel is next to the entrance to the Tunnels Beaches (one of the main tourist attractions) and a couple of minutes walk from the museum (which is wonderful) and the sea front. All in all, I had a fantastis stay.
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claire
29 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My mother and I had a very enjoyable 3 night stay at the Carlton Hotel, all the staff were very hospitable and could not do enough for us throughout our stay. We spoke to other returning guests whilst we were there and can see why they do so as the hotel was all that we required. I can see why it has such good reviews. The food each night in the restaurant was superb and the service too. I would definitely return if I was to visit Ilfracombe or this area again.
My mother and I had a very enjoyable 3 night stay at the Carlton Hotel, all the staff were very hospitable and could not do enough for us throughout our stay. We spoke to other returning guests whilst we were there and can see why they do so as the hotel was all that we required. I can see why it has such good reviews. The food each night in the restaurant was superb and the service too. I would definitely return if I was to visit Ilfracombe or this area again.
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Jordan
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly and welcoming, the breakfast offered plenty of great options to choose from, and the room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our stay. Overall, a great experience. I’d definitely come back!
The staff were friendly and welcoming, the breakfast offered plenty of great options to choose from, and the room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our stay. Overall, a great experience. I’d definitely come back!
10
Kevin
8 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We have had an amazing stay at The Carlton. Property very clean and all amenities were excellent. Breakfast and evening meals excellent. We will certainly stay here again, and we will prebook the table for evening meals. Chef catered for all of my specific requirements. Cannot recommend highly enough, thank you Michael and all of your team.
We have had an amazing stay at The Carlton. Property very clean and all amenities were excellent. Breakfast and evening meals excellent. We will certainly stay here again, and we will prebook the table for evening meals. Chef catered for all of my specific requirements. Cannot recommend highly enough, thank you Michael and all of your team.
10
James
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice weekend in July 25. Hotel owner was very friendly as were his staff. Room was modern and clean, the whole hotel was spotless. The breakfasts were good. We would stay there again
Very nice weekend in July 25. Hotel owner was very friendly as were his staff. Room was modern and clean, the whole hotel was spotless. The breakfasts were good. We would stay there again
10
Philip
26 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Good location for the locality and for routes along the coast. Very clean rooms with good amenities. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Good location for the locality and for routes along the coast. Very clean rooms with good amenities. Excellent breakfast. Pleasant and helpful staff.
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David
7 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to town centre, free parking, friendly staff, good breakfast would stay again.
Close to town centre, free parking, friendly staff, good breakfast would stay again.
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Elizabeth
28 Aug 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Breakfast had a great choice and was delicious. The hotel was spotless
Breakfast had a great choice and was delicious. The hotel was spotless
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Philip
26 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
On a golfing trip with mates who stayed at other local venues. I hit the jackpot. The Carlton is in a great location, it’s refurbished, it’s very clean, comfortable, the staff were great, excellent breakfast and would definitely go back. Only downsides were, very hot in the room and parking at venue but plenty of parking up the hill.
On a golfing trip with mates who stayed at other local venues. I hit the jackpot. The Carlton is in a great location, it’s refurbished, it’s very clean, comfortable, the staff were great, excellent breakfast and would definitely go back. Only downsides were, very hot in the room and parking at venue but plenty of parking up the hill.
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Calum
5 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The owner is a bully, a narcissist, and a scammer!
The owner is a bully, a narcissist, and a scammer!
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Darran
5 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Had a great 3 nights pity I was working. Lovely hotel.
Had a great 3 nights pity I was working. Lovely hotel.
Property policies
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From 15:00 to 23:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Carlton Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available on-site and is free for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is offered, and it is served daily. Specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified, but guests can inquire at the front desk, which is open 24/7.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Ilfracombe, near the beach. It is close to North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park, with attractions such as Ilfracombe Harbour, Watermouth Castle, and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park nearby.
Are children allowed to stay at the hotel?
Yes, children are allowed at the hotel. Specific details regarding the minimum age for free stays are not provided.
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