Name: The Olive Branch
Address: 56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, England, United Kingdom, Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Rating: 9.53

Guest reviews

9.5

Exceptional

Based on 265 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

3%

Couple

70%

Family

6%

Group

12%

Solo

8%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Travellers praise The Olive Branch for its friendly hosts, excellent cooked-to-order breakfasts, and central location near Ilfracombe’s harbour, with many noting spacious rooms and lovely sea views that make it an easy, comfortable base for exploring.

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10

Marcus

Jan 25, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic stay , wonderful host , beautiful room (5) great location. Lovely breakfast. definitely be back, highly recommend the olive branch

10

Colin

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was of a very high standard,couldn’t have asked for anything more ! It really was a lovely stay , we will definitely come back !

10

Nina

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay with lovely sea view. Thanks

10

Jeff

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another great stay in room 1 which has the large free standing bath,king sized bed and superb views of the sea towards the theatre. Breakfast great. Highly recommend

10

Douglas

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very large and comfortable. Exactly as described and right downtown. Very walkable to all attractions and dining. Jo was a great host and provided excellent, large breakfast. Piano bar downstairs on Thurs - Sat nights. Would stay again.

56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, England, United Kingdom

Location

With a stay at The Olive Branch in Ilfracombe, you'll be near the beach, just a 4-minute walk from Ilfracombe Harbour and a 5-minute drive from Ilfracombe Aquarium. This bed & breakfast is 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Woolacombe Beach and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Barricane Beach.

Ilfracombe Harbour(0.2 miles)

Wildersmouth Beach(0.2 miles)

Ilfracombe Museum(0.3 miles)

Verity Statue(0.4 miles)

Ilfracombe Beach(0.5 miles)

North Devon Coast(0.9 miles)

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Property Policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 20:00

Before 10:30

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FAQs

Parking is available nearby at a fee of GBP 3.10 per day. The parking is limited and may require advance arrangements.

Breakfast is served at the Olive Room, providing a satisfying meal for guests. Specific serving hours are not detailed.

Pets are not allowed at this property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

The property is located just a 4-minute walk from Ilfracombe Harbour and a 5-minute drive from Ilfracombe Aquarium. It is also close to several beaches, including Wildersmouth Beach and Ilfracombe Beach, which are within a 1 km radius.

Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

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