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The Dorchester Guest House
EX34 8EQ, Ilfracombe, 59 St Brannocks Road
Set in an impressively restored Victorian building, the 4-star adult-only Dorchester Guest House is a short walk from the pretty seafront and the historic Tunnels Beaches. It boasts free WiFi and free parking. The elegant,... read more
321 reviews 9.6
The Earlsdale
EX34 8EQ, Ilfracombe, 51 St Brannocks Road
An adult-only guest house which offers free WiFi access and free parking, The Earlsdale is located within walking distance of Ilfracombe Town Centre and harbour, and the historic Tunnels Beaches. Decorated and furnished in a... read more
277 reviews 9.8
Harcourt Hotel
EX34 9DJ, Ilfracombe, Fore Street
This small, family-run, dog friendly property is ideally located in Ilfracombe, a 3 minute walk from the harbour, shops and seafront. The Lundy sailing point, Landmark Theatre and bus station are just a 5-minute walk... read more
179 reviews 9.4
Score Valley Country House
EX34 8NA, Ilfracombe, Score Valley
In a peaceful, secluded valley on the outskirts of Ilfracombe and convenient for Woolacombe, this splendid 18th-century country house is surrounded by gardens, woodland and streams. In a quiet location, Score Valley Country House is... read more
334 reviews 9.1
The Collingdale Guest House
EX34 9NU, Ilfracombe, 13 Larkstone Terrace
This award-winning Victorian guest house offers stunning sea and harbour views, just a few minutes’ walk from Ilfracombe’s beach and town centre. The Collingdale Guest House offers an award-winning full English breakfast and free WiFi... read more
247 reviews 9.4
Bath House Hotel
EX34 8AR, Ilfracombe, Runnacleave Road
The Bath House Hotel is situated adjacent to the Tunnels Beaches car park, opposite the wedding venue, and close to the harbour, promenade and High Street. It offers a fitness centre, a bar, a restaurant... read more
430 reviews 8
Epchris House
EX34 8AZ, Ilfracombe, Torrs Park
In a beautiful, peaceful location, nestled at the foot of the Torrs in the Wilder Valley, this beautifully restored house has a sun terrace and free on-site parking. Set in 1.5 acres of gardens, Epchris... read more
264 reviews 9.5
Norbury House Stylish Accommodation
EX34 8AZ, Ilfracombe, Torrs Park
Situated in a lovingly restored Victorian house, Norbury House Stylish Accommodatiol boasts panoramic views over open countryside and sea. Tunnel Beaches are less than a 10-minute walk away. Set in Ilfracombe, the hotel is a... read more
186 reviews 9.5
Burnside Guest House
EX34 8EQ, Ilfracombe, 34 St Brannocks Road
This 4-star family-run guest house is located near the centre of Ilfracombe. There is free WiFi and free parking. Burnside Guest House features en-suite rooms with a flat-screen Freeview TV and a hairdryer. All rooms... read more
86 reviews 9.3
Royal Britannia Hotel
EX34 9EE, Ilfracombe, Broad Street
Located in the picturesque Devonshire town of Illfracombe is the Royal Britannia Hotel. Totally refurbished in 2010, the hotel overlooks the harbour and has 2 restaurants and 2 bars, offering cuisine from Northern China, Sunday... read more
757 reviews 7.2
Sandy Cove Hotel
EX34 9SR, Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor
Perched on a North Devon cliff top, in acres of scenic wooded grounds, Sandy Cove Hotel offers stunning sea views and impressive spa facilities. Combe Martin and Ilfracombe are a short drive away. The hotel... read more
312 reviews 7.7
Strathmore
EX34 8EQ, Ilfracombe, 57 St Brannocks Road
This charming Victorian guest house is a mile outside the seaside resort of Ilfracombe. It has free WiFi, free on-site parking, and a lounge bar for guests to relax in. Strathmore is a 3-storey house,... read more
166 reviews 9.2
The Olive Branch
EX34 9DJ, Ilfracombe, 56 Fore Street
Housed in a Georgian Grade II listed building, The Olive Branch is an award-winning AA 4 Star Gold and Michelin listed Guest Accommodation (Bed and Breakfast) in Devon. The picturesque Ilfracombe Harbour is within a... read more
205 reviews 9.1
Mullacott Farm
EX34 8NA, Ilfracombe, Mullacott
This farm offers 4-star rated accommodation in a peaceful location. You can see cows, pigs, sheep, ducks and chickens wandering the North Devon countryside, and there is free parking on site. Rooms at Mullacott Farm... read more
171 reviews 9.1
Carlton Hotel
EX34 8AR, Ilfracombe, Runnacleave Road
The Carlton Hotel is located by the Tunnels Beaches, a 10-minute walk from the maritime harbour and quay. This property features 24/7 room service, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property, and a restaurant... read more
735 reviews 8.7
Varley House
EX34 9QW, Ilfracombe, 13 Chambercombe Park Terrace
Situated opposite Hillsborough Nature Reserve, which overlooks the harbour, Varley House is ideally located for visiting Damien Hirst's statue Verity. This large guest house has a garden, a spacious and homely lounge and bar and... read more
200 reviews 9.3
The Sherborne Lodge
EX34 8AY, Ilfracombe, Torrs Park
The Sherborne Lodge is situated in Ilfracombe, a pretty seaside resort on the North Devon coast, with rugged green cliffs and an Iron Age fort standing 115 metres above sea level. There is free Wi-Fi... read more
341 reviews 8.4
Imperial Hotel
EX34 9AL, Ilfracombe, Wilder Rd
Part of the Leisureplex Hotel Group, The Imperial Hotel in Ilfracombe is situated right on the seafront just 80 metres from the beach. The hotel has free parking and its own restaurant and cocktail bar.... read more
664 reviews 7.1
Watermouth Cove Holiday Park
EX34 9SJ, Ilfracombe, Berrynarbor
Situated in North Devon, the Watermouth Cove Holiday Park features outdoor swimming pools, a private beach, amusement arcade, and a play area. Near to a theme park, Watermouth Castle is just 5 minutes’ walk away.... read more
134 reviews 9
Wildercombe House
EX34 8EP, Ilfracombe, St Brannocks Road
Wildercombe House offers bed and breakfast accommodation, located in the coastal town of Ilfracombe, North Devon, with sea views, free Wi-Fi throughout and free parking on site. Wildercombe Houses’s spacious, wooden-floored dining room has views... read more
850 reviews 9.6
Laston House
EX34 9NT, Ilfracombe, Laston House, New Barnstaple road
Situated amongst 3 acres of woodland on a hill above Ilfracombe harbour, Laston House is just 10 minutes’ walk from the high street and 5 minutes’ stroll to the shops and restaurants of the harbour.... read more
213 reviews 9.3
The Osborne Hotel
EX34 9AQ, Ilfracombe, Wilder Road
Situated a 2-minute walk from Tunnels Beaches, the beach and the Landmark Theatre, family-run The Osborne Hotel boasts a ballroom, a dining room, a bar lounge, sauna, and a small games room. The hotel also... read more
328 reviews 7.9
Ocean Backpackers
EX34 9BJ, Ilfracombe, 29 St James Place
A 1-minute walk from Ilfracombe harbour, Ocean Backpackers is an independent Devon hostel providing private rooms with free on-site parking and Wi-Fi. This hostel is a short walk from the town centre and welcomes guests... read more
208 reviews 8.7
Chambercombe Cottages
EX34 9RJ, Ilfracombe, Chambercombe Manor, Chambercombe Lane
Located just over 1 mile from the centre of Ilfracombe, Chambercombe Cottages offer self-catered accommodation for up to 6 people, with free private parking on site. The property is set in a secluded valley surrounded... read more
84 reviews 8.2
Avoncourt Lodge
EX34 8AU, Ilfracombe, 6 Torrs Walk Avenue, Ilfracombe
Quietly situated in Ilfracombe, the family-run Avoncourt offers a bar and terrace with panoramic views over the seaside resort. With free onsite parking, it is located along the South West Coastal Path. Featuring a garden... read more
518 reviews 9.2
Nelson
EX34, Ilfracombe,
Nelson offers accommodation in Ilfracombe, 3.7 km from Watermouth Castle. The accommodation features free WiFi throughout the property. The holiday home comes with a TV and 2 bedrooms. The accommodation is equipped with a kitchen.... read more
0 reviews 0
Fisher
EX34, Ilfracombe,
Offering free WiFi and sea views, Fisher provides accommodation set in Ilfracombe, just 1.3 km from Ilfracombe. This holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, a TV, and a kitchen. Watermouth Castle is 3.7 km... read more
0 reviews 0
Hornblower
EX34, Ilfracombe,
Boasting a garden, Hornblower features accommodation in Ilfracombe with free WiFi and sea views. This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, and a kitchen. Ilfracombe is 1.3 km from the holiday home, while Watermouth... read more
0 reviews 0
The Darnley Hotel Bungalow
EX34, Ilfracombe,
Situated in Ilfracombe, just 3.7 km from Watermouth Castle, The Darnley Hotel Bungalow features accommodation with free WiFi. This holiday home has a garden. The holiday home is fitted with a TV and 2 bedrooms.... read more
1 reviews 9.6
Apartment 6
EX34, Ilfracombe,
Situated 2.8 km from Watermouth Castle in Ilfracombe, Apartment 6 offers accommodation with a kitchen. Guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The holiday home features a TV. Exeter International Airport... read more
1 reviews 10
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The resort lies within the North Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The coast is also a part of the Voluntary Marine Conservation area of North Devon, because of its varied and rare marine wildlife.
The town itself has several small attractive beaches, yet its only a 5-minute drive away from the sandy expanses of Woolacombe, Croyde and Sauton. These beaches are a haven for surfers, body boarders, kite surfers and the bucket and spade brigade. The town itself offers a wide variety of activities, including sea fishing, golfing, quad biking, horse riding and walking (including the Tarka Trail and the Coastal Path). The Green Flag award-winning Bicclescombe Park is nearby.
Choosing the Perfect Accommodation
Since it is a resort of many years with an excellent reputation among local and international travellers, Ilfracombe offers a wide spectrum of luxury and cheap hotels, B&B’s and guest houses for the holidaymaker.
Besides traditional hotels, there are plenty of first class seafront guest houses and bed and breakfast as alternative and homey places to stay. Guests will find accommodation styles to suit their tastes, whether it is rustic or modern.
Visitors that opt for convenience as opposed to secluded relaxation may look for places to stay closer to the town centre. Most bed and breakfast and hotels in the area have rooms that offer panoramic views over the harbour or over the rolling Devon hillside.
B&B’s offer comfortable and charming family rooms that allow larger groups of travellers to comfortably base themselves. Most hotel rooms, bed and breakfast, and family rooms are clean and well-equipped with televisions, tea and coffee makers, comfortable bedding, Wi Fi etc. to offer a relaxing getaway in this part of the United Kingdom.
Attractions For Visitors in and near the town centre and seafront
The town centre has a lot of bars, bistros, restaurants and pubs offering a variety of nightlife to suit all tastes. There is also the Landmark Theatre, which offers a choice of plays, bands and films throughout the year. It’s the perfect base from which to explore the wonders of North Devon, nearby you will find stunning coastal walks, rock pools, sandy beaches, surfing, golf courses, award-winning restaurants and traditional country pubs. Tunnels Beaches, the picturesque harbour, golf club and museum are all within easy reach of most properties.
Not only are the town’s cheap hotels and bed and breakfasts excellent for exploring the rest of North Devon, it offers rugged cliffs and dramatic coastlines, fantastic beaches, adventure parks, historic museums, castle gardens and railways within its immediate perimeter.
Holiday makers interested in the history of the area can spend a day exploring the Iron Age Hillfort or the reputedly haunted manor house at Chambercombe. They can also take a ride on a steam train from the Minehead train station or on a narrow gauge track at the Woody bay train station.
More sporty visitors can enjoy the many walking or cycling trails (part of the National Cycle Network cuts through the area) in the hillside, indoor sports, fishing or cruises that go up to the stunning and secluded Lundy Island. Cultural explorers may like to check out the Landmark Theatre, which stages a variety of comedy, musical, classic and variety productions throughout the year.
Ilfracombe is also home to six carnival celebrations in the year, including May Day, a Victorian celebration in June, a sea festival in September and the lighting of a Christingle at Christmas. Fine gastronomic delights and a fortnightly Farmer’s market near the town centre complete a fantastic local holiday.
This makes Ilfracombe a wonderful destination for individuals and families that want to get close to nature while still enjoying the creature comforts that a well-established resort town has to offer.
Main Town Centre Train Station
Main railway station ?
Intercity trains travel to Exeter. Here you can change to the scenic Tarka Line for onward rail travel to Barnstaple. From Barnstaple they are coach bus or taxi connections to Ilfracombe.
Alternatively you can travel by coach (National Express) from London Victoria coach station and other major cities and towns. Most connect or transfer at Taunton, Exeter or Barnstaple with some direct routes to Ilfracombe. Book cheapest b&b deals in the UK.
Location of this seaside resort town in North Devon
Where is Ilfracombe ?
This seaside town is located on the North Devon coast in south-western England. It’s harbour is the largest one on this coastline. The county of Devon shares his borders with Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset.
The town centre is around 2 hours drive from Bristol.
Distance to
- Barnstaple Devon — 9 miles
- Bude North Cornwall — 31 miles
- Taunton Somerset — 36 miles
- Exeter in Devon — 42 miles
- Plymouth Devon — 58 miles
Ilfracombe is within easy reach of Exeter international airport, from where you can fly both domestic or international.
Another major international airport in the wider region is Cardiff CWL airport in Wales, just over 150 miles away (you can find several hotels and b&b’s nearby).
Must See Tourist Attractions and Sights
Tunnels Beaches
(Bath Place, EX34 8AN England)
It’s a great tourist attraction and wedding venue. Popular place to get married. The tunnels themselves provide unique access to a beautiful area of coastline. The hand carved tunnels are leading to sheltered beaches and a Victorian tidal bathing pool.
Ilfracombe Museum
(Wilder Road, Runnymede Gardens, EX34 8AF North Devon, England UK)
Small interesting museum displaying an interesting array of exhibits.
Watermouth Castle
(Berrynarbor, Watermouth EX34 9SL, United Kingdom)
Castle home to a collection of Victorian antiques, animated displays, mechanical musical instruments, a unique arcade of pier slot machines, Gnomeland, Adventureland, Dungeon Labyrinth and a family theme park. The surroundings of the castle features wonderful landscaped gardens, with plenty of space for strolling and relaxing, and glorious woodland walks.
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
(Higher Leigh Manor, Combe Martin, Ilfracombe EX34 0NG, Devon UK)
Wildlife park home to several species of wildlife, animatronic dinosaurs, shows, and much more. This wildlife park is a great day out for the whole family.