Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site. Limited parking is also provided.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 14 for adults and children.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a surcharge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of GBP 20.00, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility features, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in a regional park, within a 15-minute drive of Dartmoor National Park and Plympton Swimming Pool. It is approximately 3.2 miles from Plym Valley Railway and 4.7 miles from Saltram House.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool available for guests. The operational hours are not specified.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Elfordleigh Hotel, Sparkwell

Average nightly price at Elfordleigh Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$111
February	US$130
March	US$124
April	US$126
May	US$131
June	US$135
July	US$151
August	US$159
September	US$150
October	US$132
November	US$118
December	US$129

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Elfordleigh Hotel is praised for friendly, helpful staff and relaxing leisure facilities like the pool, spa and gym, with many guests enjoying spacious rooms, good food, and overall comfortable stays near Plymouth.

Some guests felt parts of the property and spa areas are dated. Breakfast feedback is mixed: dinners and bar meals are well regarded, but cooked breakfast quality and variety can disappoint. Common drawbacks include thin walls or external noise, very warm or cold rooms at times, and unreliable Wi-Fi. Best for travellers prioritising leisure facilities and a countryside setting over perfect quiet, climate control, or a standout breakfast.

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Facilities

Guests frequently praise the pool, spa and gym, plus attractive grounds and golf. A few say leisure areas feel tired or dated, with changing rooms cramped or not well kept.

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10

Adam

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, had a nice meal in the bar area. Then went swimming and used the jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Had a gym available to use too. Location was good for the area I had to visit. I would stay again.

10

Clinton

6 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Gym ample, Free weights. pull machines (2) push machine. plenty of cardio. Rooms very spacious. Breakfast nice , didnt use the pool but quite a large one. staff very friendly

10

Lily

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were great and the gym and spa facilities were amazing. Thanks for a great stay!

10

Alison

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

The staff could not have been more helpful. Our rooms were upgraded and the swimming pool great after a day walking.

10

Simon

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room. Spacious and refurbished. Pool area was clean with great facilities.

8

Felicity

2 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The grounds of the property were beautiful and great that it is dog friendly! Unfortunately, due to noisy neighbours in the early hours of the morning (1am - 4am) and very thin walls/doors none of my group had a good night sleep at all! Spa facilities were a little outdated but very nice to have on site! I personally would not stay here again, but there were good aspects to the property.

6

Joanne

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were really friendly and helpful. The food in the brasserie was tasty and ok priced. The breakfast was ok. Small selection but good quality, unfortunately some of the crockery was dirty. The rooms were fine, but our en-suite was very small; comfy bed and good smart tv options. The grounds were nice to go and look around too. The hotel and swimming pool are tired overall and could do with some money spent on them. We chose the hotel because of the spa facilities but weren’t impressed by them. The ladies changing rooms were dirty and too small. Really awkward to sidle past half naked ladies to get to the badly positioned lockers! Jacuzzi was warm and incredibly bubbly. My husband enjoyed the sauna but said the steam room was extremely hot. Overall it was an ok stay but we wouldn’t return.

10

Martin

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and clean room, excellent spa facilities

10

Karen

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our second stay at Elfordleigh, set in beautiful grounds andvery convenient for plymouth yet you feel you are in the country. Food is lovely and plenty of it . Staff at Elfordleigh were very friendly and accommodating even letting us use new showers in the golf block after we checked out so we were refreshed fot the theatre show. Pool and spa area was also very good.Really enjoyed are stay and we will definitely be back

10

April

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Professional friendly staff. Pool, steam room and sauna were beautiful. The grounds are amazing. I was unlucky with the guest in the neighbouring room who began loud conference calls at 9am meaning that I checked out early. Pity.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is generally strong, with rooms described as clean or spotless and the pool area tidy. Isolated issues include dirty breakfast crockery and untidy changing rooms.

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10

Abby

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I recently stayed at this hotel, and it exceeded every expectation! From the moment I walked in, the staff was warm and welcoming, making check-in a breeze. My room was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully designed, with every amenity I needed for a relaxing stay. The location was perfect, and the hotel’s facilities were top-notch – especially the gym and pool! I genuinely couldn’t fault a single thing. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an exceptional hotel experience!

10

Simon

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room. Spacious and refurbished. Pool area was clean with great facilities.

8

Anne

5 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff friendly and helpful, room was clean and tidy. Very nice breakfast. Just need to rethink the placement of handrails in accessible bathroom - nothing in the shower and the one next to the toilet made it difficult to reach the toilet paper!

6

Joanne

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were really friendly and helpful. The food in the brasserie was tasty and ok priced. The breakfast was ok. Small selection but good quality, unfortunately some of the crockery was dirty. The rooms were fine, but our en-suite was very small; comfy bed and good smart tv options. The grounds were nice to go and look around too. The hotel and swimming pool are tired overall and could do with some money spent on them. We chose the hotel because of the spa facilities but weren’t impressed by them. The ladies changing rooms were dirty and too small. Really awkward to sidle past half naked ladies to get to the badly positioned lockers! Jacuzzi was warm and incredibly bubbly. My husband enjoyed the sauna but said the steam room was extremely hot. Overall it was an ok stay but we wouldn’t return.

10

Martin

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and clean room, excellent spa facilities

10

Jason

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and drinks not to expensive

8

Erik

23 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable with good amenities. Excellent spa.

10

BAGYANATH

28 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent property to stay for a vacation. Very neat and awesome staff. Very accommodative. Would surely recommend

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, with some refurbished and pleasant views. Recurring issues include noise from thin walls or nearby areas, temperature swings (too hot or cold), and unreliable Wi-Fi; some rooms or bathrooms feel dated or small.

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10

Adam

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, had a nice meal in the bar area. Then went swimming and used the jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Had a gym available to use too. Location was good for the area I had to visit. I would stay again.

4

Greg

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately the heating is on a time clock and room and bathroom where freezing , no point having a heated towel rail if the heating is off , i was offerd a heater but that woukdnt help the bathroom , also the walls / property allow noise, staff where friendly,helpful and apolgetic

6

Mark

3 Dec 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Wifi is still poor

10

Simon

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room. Spacious and refurbished. Pool area was clean with great facilities.

8

Felicity

2 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The grounds of the property were beautiful and great that it is dog friendly! Unfortunately, due to noisy neighbours in the early hours of the morning (1am - 4am) and very thin walls/doors none of my group had a good night sleep at all! Spa facilities were a little outdated but very nice to have on site! I personally would not stay here again, but there were good aspects to the property.

8

Matt

30 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was really good, apart from the wi-fi which was at best awful

6

Joanne

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were really friendly and helpful. The food in the brasserie was tasty and ok priced. The breakfast was ok. Small selection but good quality, unfortunately some of the crockery was dirty. The rooms were fine, but our en-suite was very small; comfy bed and good smart tv options. The grounds were nice to go and look around too. The hotel and swimming pool are tired overall and could do with some money spent on them. We chose the hotel because of the spa facilities but weren’t impressed by them. The ladies changing rooms were dirty and too small. Really awkward to sidle past half naked ladies to get to the badly positioned lockers! Jacuzzi was warm and incredibly bubbly. My husband enjoyed the sauna but said the steam room was extremely hot. Overall it was an ok stay but we wouldn’t return.

10

Adrian

4 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great sized spacious room with well equipped en-suite. Would have been nice to have 2 armchairs rather than a small sofa to sit on with the space available. Leisure facilities all included within the cost so nice to have a swim after travelling.

6

David

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was stiflingly hot, despite it being a mild night. Not a pleasant night's sleep.

8

Elizabeth

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in a beautiful location. Lively views from our room and peaceful. Our family room (number 35) was perfect for us and our two boys, with plenty of space and separte areas and TVs for adults and children. We ordered room service, which arrived promptly and of cery good quality. There were able to cater for a gluten-free diet with no issue. Breakfast was limited, with a small continental buffet and a basic cooked breakfast buffet. It would have been nice to see more local produce on the menu and more gluten-free options (even more packaged cakes, breads etc would have been better). Overall a great place to stay and we will definitely return

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with smooth welcomes and attention to dietary needs. Occasional hiccups include slow service at reception/breakfast and minor billing or prepayment errors that were resolved.

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10

Abby

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I recently stayed at this hotel, and it exceeded every expectation! From the moment I walked in, the staff was warm and welcoming, making check-in a breeze. My room was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully designed, with every amenity I needed for a relaxing stay. The location was perfect, and the hotel’s facilities were top-notch – especially the gym and pool! I genuinely couldn’t fault a single thing. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an exceptional hotel experience!

10

Debra

17 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel. Lady at reception was amazing, helpful and very friendly- as soon as we’d checked you just knew the outstanding service shown by Lisa would be replicated by the whole team. Thank You.

8

Mike

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Car parking was ok, right outside the hotel but limited spaces. Warm friendly welcome, despite a small issue with pre-payment not initially recognised. Hotel was quite busy with a wedding on but this didn’t seem to impact our stay, no loud music. It was VERY warm, thankfully a fan was provided in the room. Dinner was delicious, service times were reasonably quick and took notice of dietary requirements. We were presented with the wrong bill but this was quickly resolved. Food and drink prices were average for a hotel. Breakfast was a good self-service selection of hot and cold food including bacon, sausages, fried eggs, cereals, yoghurt, pastries etc and the obligatory toast-furnace! Only downside was that some guests outside our room (which overlooked the bar outside seating area) were quite loud early in the morning and this led to a disturbed sleep - if you’re booking here I’d recommend asking for a room at the back of the hotel away from the bar.

10

Alison

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

The staff could not have been more helpful. Our rooms were upgraded and the swimming pool great after a day walking.

10

Julie

11 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Ideal place to stay. Always stay there. Friendly staff. Lovely hotel

8

Anne

5 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff friendly and helpful, room was clean and tidy. Very nice breakfast. Just need to rethink the placement of handrails in accessible bathroom - nothing in the shower and the one next to the toilet made it difficult to reach the toilet paper!

10

Karen

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our second stay at Elfordleigh, set in beautiful grounds andvery convenient for plymouth yet you feel you are in the country. Food is lovely and plenty of it . Staff at Elfordleigh were very friendly and accommodating even letting us use new showers in the golf block after we checked out so we were refreshed fot the theatre show. Pool and spa area was also very good.Really enjoyed are stay and we will definitely be back

8

Amanda

16 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

stunning hotel and location, such a shame I did t get to fully enjoy the facilities. I would have loved to of used the spa on site but I arrived too late. the room was huge with a lovely view of the golf course, the bathroom was dated bit huge and water pressure was good, would of been nice to have some bubble bath. The only small criticism would be that service was slow at reception and breakfast, breakfast wasn’t very well advertised. all good and drinks I had were great though and the staff were friendly.

10

Michael

27 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing luxurious stay in the Elfordleigh Suite. Very warm welcome on arrival, great food throughout.

10

Andy

3 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were very attentive all day and it made for a very relaxing and enjoyable stay

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Location

Scenic grounds and a countryside feel, while still convenient for Plymouth and nearby walks on the moors; many note peaceful views.

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Ross

19 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful grounds and the room was nice. Breakfast was a bit of a let down, as cooked options weren't great. But I understand that the kitchen was having work improvements, so I'm guessing the cooked buffet isn't a normal approach for breakfast. Overall, a pleasant stay.

8

Christine

19 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely location. Not far from Plymouth. Good pool and nice rooms

10

Jo

3 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room in an amazing setting!

8

Daniel

21 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Always use this hotel. Needs a bit of an upgrading in the rooms but the location and golf Course are good.

8

Caroline

21 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful surrounding area, staff super helpful. Room decor needs a little updating but would definitely stay again

10

d

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A real gem close to Plymouth and the staff could not have been nicer particularly the ladies on front desk. Enjoyed the swimming pool and had great evening meal in bar area.

10

Karen

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was our second stay at Elfordleigh, set in beautiful grounds andvery convenient for plymouth yet you feel you are in the country. Food is lovely and plenty of it . Staff at Elfordleigh were very friendly and accommodating even letting us use new showers in the golf block after we checked out so we were refreshed fot the theatre show. Pool and spa area was also very good.Really enjoyed are stay and we will definitely be back

8

Patricia

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Walks around the area lovely Close to the moors

10

Andy

21 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, well placed for plymouth access. Comfy room, with good facilities that worked.

8

Elizabeth

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in a beautiful location. Lively views from our room and peaceful. Our family room (number 35) was perfect for us and our two boys, with plenty of space and separte areas and TVs for adults and children. We ordered room service, which arrived promptly and of cery good quality. There were able to cater for a gluten-free diet with no issue. Breakfast was limited, with a small continental buffet and a basic cooked breakfast buffet. It would have been nice to see more local produce on the menu and more gluten-free options (even more packaged cakes, breads etc would have been better). Overall a great place to stay and we will definitely return

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Dining

Dinners and bar meals are well regarded, with room service prompt and dietary needs accommodated. Breakfast is mixed, ranging from very good to limited or poor quality, and coffee can be basic.

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8

Saleem

20 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Free parking friendly staff nice big clean room nice dinner and breakfast fan provided it was hot weather felt cooled

10

Adam

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, had a nice meal in the bar area. Then went swimming and used the jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Had a gym available to use too. Location was good for the area I had to visit. I would stay again.

8

Ross

19 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful grounds and the room was nice. Breakfast was a bit of a let down, as cooked options weren't great. But I understand that the kitchen was having work improvements, so I'm guessing the cooked buffet isn't a normal approach for breakfast. Overall, a pleasant stay.

8

Mark

9 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Overall I found the hotel dated and in need of a coat of paint and some repairs. The evening meal was very good , and buffet breakfast was fine.

8

S A

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was well decorated in the main areas - looking fairly newly redone. The service was good. The only issue is the quality of the breakfast buffet is terrible - i mean really terrible. We arrived at breakfast around 9.30 - the eggs were like rubber, sausages the cheapest you can buy, bacon like rubber, instant coffee only. The toast was the highlight, which speaks volumes. Otherwise a great stay.

8

Mike

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Car parking was ok, right outside the hotel but limited spaces. Warm friendly welcome, despite a small issue with pre-payment not initially recognised. Hotel was quite busy with a wedding on but this didn’t seem to impact our stay, no loud music. It was VERY warm, thankfully a fan was provided in the room. Dinner was delicious, service times were reasonably quick and took notice of dietary requirements. We were presented with the wrong bill but this was quickly resolved. Food and drink prices were average for a hotel. Breakfast was a good self-service selection of hot and cold food including bacon, sausages, fried eggs, cereals, yoghurt, pastries etc and the obligatory toast-furnace! Only downside was that some guests outside our room (which overlooked the bar outside seating area) were quite loud early in the morning and this led to a disturbed sleep - if you’re booking here I’d recommend asking for a room at the back of the hotel away from the bar.

10

d

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A real gem close to Plymouth and the staff could not have been nicer particularly the ladies on front desk. Enjoyed the swimming pool and had great evening meal in bar area.

10

Lisa

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous surroundings, stunning room with beautiful view. Excellent, freshly cooked breakfast. Great service throughout my stay.

10

Michael

27 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing luxurious stay in the Elfordleigh Suite. Very warm welcome on arrival, great food throughout.

8

Elizabeth

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in a beautiful location. Lively views from our room and peaceful. Our family room (number 35) was perfect for us and our two boys, with plenty of space and separte areas and TVs for adults and children. We ordered room service, which arrived promptly and of cery good quality. There were able to cater for a gluten-free diet with no issue. Breakfast was limited, with a small continental buffet and a basic cooked breakfast buffet. It would have been nice to see more local produce on the menu and more gluten-free options (even more packaged cakes, breads etc would have been better). Overall a great place to stay and we will definitely return

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