Name: The Devonian
Address: Broadway Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, Douglas, Isle of Man, GB
Price range: US$85–US$114 per night
Rating: 9.23

What guests think

At The Devonian, reviewers highlight warm, helpful hosts and great breakfasts, plus clean, comfortable rooms and a central location, while noting many stairs with no lift, some compact rooms and showers, and occasional confusion about whether breakfast is included.

Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as flexible check-in, packed food bags for early departures, luggage storage, and accommodating dietary needs. A few report firm pillows or mattresses, occasional noise, small TVs or temperature issues. Expect a welcoming B&B stay with personal attention, best for guests comfortable with stairs.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic; multiple reviews note there is no lift and many stairs, making access challenging for those with mobility issues.

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Iain

22 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and easy check-in and check-out. Room was small but comfortable, bright and clean. Bathroom was clean and nicely decorated. NOTE: The Devonian wouldn't be suitable for anybody with mobility issues as you have to climb steps to get to the front door, and as far as I'm aware there isn't a lift.

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Denis Henry

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely small hotel, excellent breakfasts, very friendly staff, and, for an old building, very good rooms and shower rooms. Just quite a lot of stairs

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Martin

3 Sept 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Sehr angenehmes Haus. Freundlicher Service. Frühstück am Platz serviert, frisch zubereitet. 8! Sorten frisches Obst. Kein Fahrstuhl und steile Treppen.

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John

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel. My room was very homely and comfortable. I was on the top floor so had a view of the sea, which was only a couple of minutes walk away. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again.

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John

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I saw some reviews complaining about the size of the rooms etc. I would say they were small, but they were clean and en suite. I defy anyone to find an en suite at this price. Again, people complained about the breakfast. I found it excellent for the price. Could I have found better elsewhere? Yes, probably, but I would have been paying a whole lot more. Staff were nothing but courteous to us throughout our stay. Just remember this is a B&B not a hotel, so there’s no bar for a night cap (but plenty near by) and you’ll have to climb plenty of stairs to get to your room. But at these prices I wouldn’t complain at all.

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Andrew

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pleasant stay at the Devonian, a very nice and spacious bedroom. We didn't try the breakfast, on arrival the host said breakfast wasn't included but when settled in I had checked my booking through Expedia which said breakfast was included. So we just decided to get breakfast out on the Saturday to save any hassle. We were in room 16 which was a bit of a climb up the stairs with no elevator to hand. Not so much a criticism but something to consider when booking if stairs are a struggle for you. Aside from that a very nice venue to stay at.

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James

7 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Greeted by Kevin....nice guy and very friendly. Our room was right at the top of building - lots of stairs! Small, but very clean and everything worked fine. Our only minor grumble was that the mattress was very firm and we are used to the opposite so we didn't sleep too well. Location was great - short walk into town. Parking was ok - free on street with disc Kevin gave us. We didn't have breakfast so can't comment on that. Like I said - ok for a couple of night s for us - we would have to move on to find a softer bed!

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David

9 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Great host, spotless room, well presented and very comfortable with a great breakfast each morning. Definitely recommend and would stay again. May not be good for those who struggle with stairs.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are frequently described as spotless and well maintained. A few guests noted isolated issues like missed cleaning or tired decor.

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Lorraine

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Thoroughly enjoyable stay, accommodated our preferred check in time, and very welcoming staff. Everthing was spotless, and room/bathroom cleaned daily. Toiletries provided as is tea coffee facilities in room. Breakfasts were fantastic, such a lovely varied menu catering for all tastes. Centrally situated for all attractions. Would definitely stay here again.

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Andrew

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cosy clean room that was great value for my one night stay

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David

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Property is tired and old. Bathroom and, in particular shower, was too tiny to function. Room was not particularly clean (e.g., bottom of bed). Bed was uncomfortable and pillows like rocks. It is really an old fashioned boarding house, not a hotel at all.

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Holly

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a lovely stay at the Devonian. The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and the owner and staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.

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John

7 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, warm and cosy

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Roger

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent service, clean room and facilities and well located close to the promenade. Highly recommended.

10

Paul

25 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Couldn't fault the service, cleanliness and breakfast.

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Steve

20 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a great 3 night stay here . From the minute we checked in we were given a warm and friendly welcome . Room was clean and tidy . Breakfast was lovely with lots of choice .

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David

9 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Great host, spotless room, well presented and very comfortable with a great breakfast each morning. Definitely recommend and would stay again. May not be good for those who struggle with stairs.

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Kevin

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely greeting on arrival. Room was spotlessly clean. Good location for sea front, electric railway, bars, cafes, sea terminal etc. Beautiful stay.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable, with tea and coffee facilities and occasional sea views, but many are small with compact bathrooms and basic electric showers; some guests mention firm pillows or mattresses, occasional noise, small TVs, or temperature issues.

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Jenny

17 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely friendly welcome and staff. Amazing breakfasts. Quite central. We were in Room 4 on the first floor. I had disturbed sleep due to a soil pipe leading from the upper floors which went through the corner of the room. This resulted in noise from water rushing down the pipe.

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Jonathon

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

I must say, the owners are lovely people. I little hiccup upon checkin-in as the door was locked, I hadn't received and access code due to an email mix up, though the description did say it was open until 18:30, and it was 15:00. My phone wasn't working fir calls so I had to borrow to pedestrians phones to call the hotel. The room, though cute, was freezing throughout the night even with the radiator on full heat due to poor insulation on the window so I honestly slept very poorly. The room, however, was very cute as was the ensuite. Towels were clean and a little kettle with ample tea and coffee was provided which I always appreciate. The TV brightness was very dark and I couldn't work out how to alter it. The breakfast was fabulous as was the décor and overall it's a very nice place. The staff are definitely definitely gems.

10

Mrs Jacqueline

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very warm and friendly welcome from manager Kevin, who made a lot of effort to make sure that everything went well during my stay. Very clean, comfortable room, good bed and bedding. Absolutely lovely breakfast of tomato mushroom and egg on ciabatta. Rooms have all the basics including small tea making facilities. Not luxury - the electric shower is adequate although I imagine it would not be easy to install a power shower in an older building like this. The whole house is nicely decorated with wallpaper rather than painted and feels personalised. I'd definitely stay there again

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Ian

19 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very small room& bathroom pillows very flat

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Ewa

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was perfect. Very comfortable rooms, attentive staff, beautiful breakfast. I would be definitely staying again.

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Ged

22 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good cheap place to stay, only drawbacks was the quality of the shower and size of the TV, but for the price, it was a bargain and very clean.

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John

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel. My room was very homely and comfortable. I was on the top floor so had a view of the sea, which was only a couple of minutes walk away. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again.

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Lee

7 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasent stay. Nice little room. Lovely shower.

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Andrew

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pleasant stay at the Devonian, a very nice and spacious bedroom. We didn't try the breakfast, on arrival the host said breakfast wasn't included but when settled in I had checked my booking through Expedia which said breakfast was included. So we just decided to get breakfast out on the Saturday to save any hassle. We were in room 16 which was a bit of a climb up the stairs with no elevator to hand. Not so much a criticism but something to consider when booking if stairs are a struggle for you. Aside from that a very nice venue to stay at.

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James

7 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Greeted by Kevin....nice guy and very friendly. Our room was right at the top of building - lots of stairs! Small, but very clean and everything worked fine. Our only minor grumble was that the mattress was very firm and we are used to the opposite so we didn't sleep too well. Location was great - short walk into town. Parking was ok - free on street with disc Kevin gave us. We didn't have breakfast so can't comment on that. Like I said - ok for a couple of night s for us - we would have to move on to find a softer bed!

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Service

Service is consistently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with flexible check-in, local tips, luggage help, early-departure food bags, and dietary needs handled readily.

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Lorraine

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Thoroughly enjoyable stay, accommodated our preferred check in time, and very welcoming staff. Everthing was spotless, and room/bathroom cleaned daily. Toiletries provided as is tea coffee facilities in room. Breakfasts were fantastic, such a lovely varied menu catering for all tastes. Centrally situated for all attractions. Would definitely stay here again.

10

Derek

11 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent host, great breakfast, very knowledgeable on the surrounding area. Hopefully stop here again.

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Toney

12 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The owners and staff were lovely. The breakfast was well prepared and ond good quality. Was offered food bags for very early check out which is a lovely touch.

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Lee

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great run hotel and were helpful telling us what we were unsure of. Very nice break.

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Haley

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We have recently stayed at this wonderful guest house for two nights. Kevin was an absolutely amazing host who could not do enough for us. He was very welcoming & shared local information & advice. Kevin went above & beyond & arranged for us to have access to a lovely family room following checking out so I could prepare for an interview. I can’t recommend staying here enough! We will definitely be back very soon. Thank you so much 😊

10

Linda

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful Victorian hotel, excellent location, fantastic hosts & delicious breakfasts!

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Michael

14 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was spot on. Location: ideal - close to prom, ferry terminal and town centre. Staff: very friendly. Breakfast: superb with plenty of choice. Comfort & cleanliness: excellent. Will definitely stay again on my next trip to the Isle of Man.

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Paul

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Massive thanks to the staff. Check in was between 2PM and 6.30 PM, which wasn’t convenient for me, so they gave me a security code to get in the front door, and left my door key in an envelope inside so I could arrive when I was ready. Also looked after my luggage while I was out for the afternoon. Owner is really helpful with guides as to where to go, and how to get there. Nothing seemed too much trouble. Hotel exceeded expectations of a budget hotel, quiet room, comfortable bed, en-suite room with tea/coffee making facilities, and a TV. Topped off with a massive breakfast. Honestly couldn’t think of anyway it could be better. Would definitely recommend.

10

Mr Stephen

9 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Stay 4-nights and found the accommodation clean, comfortable and well run. Breakfast was a delight; excellent choice menu together with juice cereals etc (spoilt for choice). Had an early morning ferry on the last day and missed breakfast. However, the B&B provided us with 'a goody food bag' which was a nice touch. Would stay here again when visiting the IOM. 15 mins from the ferry terminal.

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Jocelyne

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a proper British room. The staff was extremely kind, helpful and friendly and the breakfast options were plentiful. They were also able to accommodate my gluten and dairy allergy which is always appreciated when travelling. Highly recommend

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Location

Central and convenient for the promenade, ferry terminal, and town, with easy access to public transport, shops, bars, and restaurants.

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Lorraine

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Thoroughly enjoyable stay, accommodated our preferred check in time, and very welcoming staff. Everthing was spotless, and room/bathroom cleaned daily. Toiletries provided as is tea coffee facilities in room. Breakfasts were fantastic, such a lovely varied menu catering for all tastes. Centrally situated for all attractions. Would definitely stay here again.

10

Shirley

21 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Just returned from a lovely three day break on the island. We were very fortunate to stay at the Devonian, where nothing is too much trouble for the hosts. Spotlessly clean rooms, delicious breakfasts with lots of choice, and very friendly staff. The location is perfect, and we will definitely return. Thank you for making our stay so special.

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John

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel. My room was very homely and comfortable. I was on the top floor so had a view of the sea, which was only a couple of minutes walk away. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again.

10

Roger

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent service, clean room and facilities and well located close to the promenade. Highly recommended.

10

Phil

26 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good room near the seafront. Close to shops, bars and restaurants

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Michael

14 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was spot on. Location: ideal - close to prom, ferry terminal and town centre. Staff: very friendly. Breakfast: superb with plenty of choice. Comfort & cleanliness: excellent. Will definitely stay again on my next trip to the Isle of Man.

10

Joseph

5 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Extremely comfortable beautiful Victorian B&B just off the strand. Breakfast was extremely good. Owners and staff were very helpful and friendly.

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Mr Stephen

9 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Stay 4-nights and found the accommodation clean, comfortable and well run. Breakfast was a delight; excellent choice menu together with juice cereals etc (spoilt for choice). Had an early morning ferry on the last day and missed breakfast. However, the B&B provided us with 'a goody food bag' which was a nice touch. Would stay here again when visiting the IOM. 15 mins from the ferry terminal.

10

Kevin

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely greeting on arrival. Room was spotlessly clean. Good location for sea front, electric railway, bars, cafes, sea terminal etc. Beautiful stay.

10

Shaun

21 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place to stay , staff where very helpful and chatty . Location is fantastic just off the main prom perfect to get to trains , buses , trams etc . Breakfast also very good and sets you up for the day

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Dining

Breakfast draws strong praise for quality, freshness, and variety, with dietary accommodations available. There are occasional reports of confusion about whether breakfast is included in the rate.

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Jenny

17 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely friendly welcome and staff. Amazing breakfasts. Quite central. We were in Room 4 on the first floor. I had disturbed sleep due to a soil pipe leading from the upper floors which went through the corner of the room. This resulted in noise from water rushing down the pipe.

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Lorraine

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Thoroughly enjoyable stay, accommodated our preferred check in time, and very welcoming staff. Everthing was spotless, and room/bathroom cleaned daily. Toiletries provided as is tea coffee facilities in room. Breakfasts were fantastic, such a lovely varied menu catering for all tastes. Centrally situated for all attractions. Would definitely stay here again.

10

Derek

11 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent host, great breakfast, very knowledgeable on the surrounding area. Hopefully stop here again.

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Mrs Nirmala

22 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

THE HOTEL 🏨 WAS AMAZING 😻. THE ROOM WAS VERY COMFORTABLE. AND THE BED WAS THE BEST I SLEPT 🛌 LIKE ❤️ A BABY. 👶 THE BREAKFAST 🍳 WAS VERY GENEROUS WITH THE CHOICE OF FRUIT 🍇 JUICES, CERIAL OF YOUR CHOICE AND THE YOGUR , FRUIT 🍈 SALAD, AND TOAST WITH CONDAMENTS AND FRESHLY COOKED BREAKFAST 🍳 MADE TO ORDER

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GARY

9 Sept 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Fabulous breakfast, lots of choice

10

Linda

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful Victorian hotel, excellent location, fantastic hosts & delicious breakfasts!

8

Andrew

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pleasant stay at the Devonian, a very nice and spacious bedroom. We didn't try the breakfast, on arrival the host said breakfast wasn't included but when settled in I had checked my booking through Expedia which said breakfast was included. So we just decided to get breakfast out on the Saturday to save any hassle. We were in room 16 which was a bit of a climb up the stairs with no elevator to hand. Not so much a criticism but something to consider when booking if stairs are a struggle for you. Aside from that a very nice venue to stay at.

10

Michael

14 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was spot on. Location: ideal - close to prom, ferry terminal and town centre. Staff: very friendly. Breakfast: superb with plenty of choice. Comfort & cleanliness: excellent. Will definitely stay again on my next trip to the Isle of Man.

8

Lauren Rachel

4 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly welcome, room clean. Only issue was that when booked through expedia told breakfast included but when arrived told we would have to pay so we skipped breakfast. Would stay again.

10

Jocelyne

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a proper British room. The staff was extremely kind, helpful and friendly and the breakfast options were plentiful. They were also able to accommodate my gluten and dairy allergy which is always appreciated when travelling. Highly recommend

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