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Walker Friendly Accommodation Finder

Use the search below to find suitable South West Coast Path accommodation as well as other routes in the South West

You can use our accommodation finder to search for somewhere to stay on the South West Coast Path, Saint’s Way, Cornish Celtic Way, Two Moors Way, Coleridge Way, Tarka Trail, Exe Valley Way, Dartmoor Way, Devon’s Coast to Coast, Bournemouth Coast Path, and the Somerset Coast Path.

You can contact accommodations direct from these listings either via the phone or using the enquiry button.  Some of the South West Coast Path accommodations can be found on comparison sites, but please consider contacting them direct for the best rates.

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IMPORTANT
The accommodations below are walker friendly.  This does not mean they will all accept 1 night bookings, and some will have a 2 night minimum depending upon the time of the year.

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Carlton Hotel

Ilfracombe / Runnacleave Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8AR View Map
The Carlton a top rated hotel in Ilfracombe, North Devon for good reason. Our spacious coastal Victorian building has 35 guest rooms, updated to a contemporary standard. Exquisitely restyled and equipped to provide first class accommodation and all the conveniences needed for a relaxing stay. Offering 24/7 services, an award winning team, locally sourced seasonal food and flourishes that will exceed your expectation we look forward to your visit. The Carlton Hotel sits within one of the most picturesque coastal towns in North Devon. Discovered by the Victorians it has been a favourite destination with visitors ever since, but hasn’t lost its small town charm. Book direct for your best price including dinner inclusive terms.
Awards: Trip Advisor Travellers Choice Award Winners 2021, Visit England Good To Go, AA Covid Confident, Food Hygiene Rating 5, Food Drink Devon Member
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Collingdale Guest House

Ilfracombe / 13 Larkstone Terrace, Hillsborough Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9NU View Map
Situated directly on the SWCP with panoramic views of Hillsborough Nature Reserve and Ilfracombe Harbour. You are assured a warm welcome by resident owners, Sharon and Daryl, who offer nine beautifully furnished ensuite rooms, six of which have magnificent sea views. Elegant guest lounge and cosy bar to chill out in, plus a hearty award-winning breakfast using locally sourced products, including vegan and gluten free, to start your day. Packed lunches also available. Book direct or give them a call to discuss your requirements.
Awards: AA Breakfast award, TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award, Rated Excellent by Booking.com, Kayak Travel Award
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Devonian Guest House

Ilfracombe / Torrs Park, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8AZ View Map
Hello and welcome to The Devonian. ​ Our home was built as a Gentleman's Victorian Residence in 1883 and is situated in its own acre of woodland and gardens, in an elevated position within the Torrs Park Conservation Area of Ilfracombe. ​ The Devonian offers you peace & tranquillity with commanding views looking down over the town and into the valley. The West Wilder Brook flows through the bottom of our gardens and is an ideal position for watching & listening out for resident Owls, Birds, Squirrels, Badgers and Foxes. ​ We are also very fortunate to be only a stones throw away from the stunning South West Coastal Pathway which travels through the surrounding National Trust land and is a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Howe
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Harcourt Hotel

Ilfracombe / 49 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9DJ View Map
This small, family run, licensed guest house is ideally located for both walkers and cyclists travelling on the South West Coastal path.Situated in the heart of Ilfracombe,a picturesque seaside resort in Devon, Harcourt Hotel is a few minutes walk to the Harbour, Shops and Seafront and is less than a ten minute walk to the start of the SWCP and Tarka Trail. Fore street is the oldest street in the town and has many great eateries close by, including a fantastic Michelin starred restaurant. We are a great choice for those travelling by bus, or those visiting Lundy Island. The owners of the Harcourt Hotel pride themselves on providing a clean, friendly, home-from-home environment, where you can relax after a days exploring.
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Ocean Backpackers

Ilfracombe / 29 St James Place, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BJ View Map
Ocean Backpackers is situated close to Ilfracombe's picturesque harbour. This cool, clean and friendly hostel offers excellent facilities for walkers, cyclists, surfers, divers as well as families, schools and activity groups. Facilities include a self-catering kitchen, dining area, communal lounge with free internet/WiFi, large storage basement, patio area and free car park. Nestled in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Ilfracombe has many shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants. The harbour became home to Damien Hirst's statue, Verity, in 2012 and is rapidly becoming an arts destination. Ilfracombe is the start of the Route 27 Coast to Coast ride to Plymouth and the South West Coast Path provides wonderful walks with stunning scenery.
Awards: TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Varley House

Ilfracombe / 13 Chambercombe Park Terrace, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9QW View Map
Varley House was built at the turn of the 20th century to revitalise and refresh returning officers from the Boer War. The warmth of its generously proportioned rooms is typical of that gracious age. This charm still affects all who visit; ensuring guests are at ease from the very start, whether looking for a really active few days or simply enjoying a restful break. We have our own car park and sunny garden and are situated opposite Hillsborough Nature Reserve, which overlooks the Harbour; a short stroll away.
Awards: TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2016, 2017 & 2020
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Avoncourt Lodge

Ilfracombe / 6 Torrs Walk Avenue, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8AU View Map
Ideally located accommodation offering the perfect stop off point during your walk.

Cairn House

Ilfracombe / 43 St Brannocks Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8EH View Map
En-suite accommodation in a relaxed location. Ideal for walkers.

Earlsdale B&B

Ilfracombe / 51 St Brannocks Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8EQ View Map
Welcoming Bed and Breakfast well positioned for the South West Coast Path.

Olive Branch

Ilfracombe / 56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9DJ View Map
Accommodation offering bed and breakfast, ideal for cyclist on the Tarka trail and Devon Coast to Coast route.

Sherborne Lodge

Ilfracombe / Torrs Park, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8AY View Map
Ideally located accommodation offering the perfect stop off point during your walk.

Watersmeet Hotel

Woolacombe / Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7EB View Map
The Watersmeet Hotel is a luxury four-star hotel in Woolacombe, North Devon with stunning sea views across the waters of Woolacombe Bay. The hotel overlooks Combesgate Beach and North Devon’s rugged coastline with its own private steps down to the sandy beach. Perfect location to explore the North Devon Coastline on our doorstep. Morte Point is just a stroll from the hotel and Baggy Point a few miles drive. With an array of facilities such as an award-winning Rocks Restaurant, indoor and outdoor pool with spa facilities.
Awards: 4 Star AA Hotel Silver Award, 2 AA Rosettes for Fine Dining, Voted Best Waterside Hotel by Conde Nast Johansen's
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Woolacombe Bay hotel

Woolacombe / South Street, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7BN View Map
Located directly on the South West Coast Path, with miles of soul-stirring coastline and rugged countryside within easy reach, Woolacombe is quite simply one of the most beautiful places to visit in Devon and the whole of the South West. Welcome to our spa-enhanced sanctuary by the sea, where wellness and indulgence come together in one extraordinary oceanfront setting. Calm the mind in The Alchemist Spa. Work the body SALT Gymnasia. Stretch out in the exclusive Bay Lido. Dine on vibrantly fresh, creative cuisine at our beachside dining den, The Bay Brasserie. Hunker down and the latest blockbusters in the retro-chic movie den – NEO Cinema. And savour a stay in one of our boutique bedrooms – each is unique, and all are special.
Awards: 4 Silver Stars AA, 2 Rosettes AA
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Fortescue Arms

Woolacombe / Woolacombe Station Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7HQ View Map
Pub offering rooms and breakfast for walkers.

Imperial

Woolacombe / Bay View Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7DQ View Map
Accommodation ideally located for walkers or cyclists, offering en suite rooms and breakfast.

Little Roadway Farm Campsite

Woolacombe / Georgeham Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7HL View Map
Laid back camp site situated near the South West Coast Path.

Woolacombe Sands Holiday Park

Woolacombe / Beach Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34 7AF View Map
Holiday Park Providing Self Catering accommodations along the South West Coast Path.

Bennings Bed & Breakfast

Braunton / The Firs, Higher Park Road, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2LG View Map
Ideally located accommodation offering the perfect stop off point during your walk.

Brookfield Bed & Breakfast

Braunton / 45 South Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2AN View Map
Welcoming Bed and Breakfast well positioned for the South West Coast Path.

George Inn

Braunton / Exeter Road, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2JJ View Map
Welcoming Pub with overnight accommodation. Ideal for the South West Coast Path.

Lobb Fields Caravan & Camping Park

Braunton / Saunton Road, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1HG View Map
Laid back Camp Site located near the South West Coast Path.

North Cottage

Braunton / 14 North Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1AJ View Map
Accommodation offering en suite rooms, ideal for walkers.

Secret Spot Camping

Braunton / Moor Lane Nursery, Saunton Road, Braunton, Devon, EX33 1HG View Map
Laid back Camp Site located near the South West Coast Path.

Silver Cottage

Braunton / 14 Silver Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2EN View Map
Accommodation offering en suite rooms, ideal for walkers.

Stockwell Lodge Bed & Breakfast

Braunton / 66 South Street, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2AS View Map
Ideally located accommodation offering the perfect stop off point during your walk.

The Den

Braunton / Braunton, Devon, EX33 2EH View Map
A friendly accommodation ideally located for walkers on the South West Coast Path dog friend & accepting one night stays.

Trojen Bed & Breakfast

Braunton / Franklyn Avenue, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2JY View Map
Great accommodation ideally situted for the perfect stop off for both walkers and cyclist.

No 22 B&B

Barnstaple / 22 Sticklepath Terrace, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AY View Map
No22 is a unique boutique B&B in the heart of North Devon. We offer 4 carefully curated rooms for the guest who wants luxury, space and impeccable service. We are located moments from the coast path at Barnstaple and just a minutes walk from the train station from where you can easily start or finish your journey and park securely your car if you need to. We offer a luxury and affordable alternative to the more corporate hotels in the town. Each of our four rooms have stunning bathrooms, three have free standing baths and walk-in rain showers and one has just a perfect walk-in monsoon shower. We are just a five-minute walk into the town centre and its amenities but located on a quiet no through road so making a peaceful stay.
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Old Vicarage Bed & Breakfast

Barnstaple / Barbican Terrace, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9HQ View Map
The Old Vicarage Bed and Breakfast is a delightful early Victorian house with many original features, spacious guest accommodation, modern en-suite facilities, ample free parking and free Wi-Fi. Located just a short stroll from Barnstaple’s historic town centre, the large secluded garden provides visitors with the feeling of staying in a peaceful countryside setting The Old Vicarage is ideally situated for completing over 80 miles of the South West Coast Path with the advantage of staying in one location. The bus station is only a 5 minute walk away and allows public transport to be used at the beginning and end of each day taking away the hassle of having to pack and unpack each time or to arrange suitcase transfers.
Awards: TripAdvisor Tavellers Choice & Certificate of Excellence
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Barnstaple Hotel

Barnstaple / Braunton Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1LE View Map
Charming Hotel convenient for the South West Coast Path.

Cedars Inn

Barnstaple / Bickington Road, Sticklepath, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2HE View Map
Welcoming Pub with overnight accommodation. Ideal for the South West Coast Path.

Imperial Hotel

Barnstaple / Taw Vale Parad, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8NB View Map
Friendly Hotel located near the South West Coast Path.

Park Hotel

Barnstaple / Taw Vale, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9AE View Map
Charming Hotel convenient for the South West Coast Path.

Royal & Fortescue Hotel

Barnstaple / Boutport Street, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1HG View Map
Friendly Hotel located near the South West Coast Path.

Yeo Dale Hotel

Barnstaple / Pilton Bridge, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1PG View Map
Friendly Hotel located near the South West Coast Path.

Commodore Hotel

Instow / Marine Parade, Instow, Devon, EX39 4JN View Map
Charming Hotel convenient for the South West Coast Path.

Wayfarer Inn

Instow / Lane End, Instow, Devon, EX39 4LB View Map
Inviting Pub with rooms. Well located for the South West Coast Path.

Corner House Bed & Breakfast

Bideford / The Strand, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2ND View Map
Welcoming Bed and Breakfast well positioned for the South West Coast Path.

Royal Hotel

Bideford / Barnstaple Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 4AE View Map
Hotel offering en-suite rooms. Walkers welcome.

Half Moon Inn

Sheepwash / The Square, Sheepwash, Devon, EX21 5NE View Map
A welcoming stop for walkers with rooms and food available onsite.

YHA Okehampton Bracken Tor

Okehampton / Klondyke Road, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1EW View Map
Surrounded by the open moorland with direct access to a network of off-road routes for walking and cycling holidays.

Oxenham Arms Hotel

South Zeal / Shelly Road, South Zeal, Devon, EX20 2JT View Map
Hotel and Restaurant idealy located for cyclists on the Devon Coast to Coast.

Castle Inn

Lydford / Lydford, Devon, EX20 4BH View Map
A welcoming stop for walkers with rooms and food available onsite.

Elephant's Nest Inn

Mary Tavy / Horndon, Mary Tavy, Devon, PL19 9NQ View Map
A welcoming stop for walkers with rooms and food available onsite.

Mary Tavy Inn

Mary Tavy / Lane Head, Mary Tavy, Devon, PL19 9PN View Map
A welcoming stop for walkers with rooms and food available onsite.

Bedford Hotel

Tavistock / 1 Plymouth Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8BB View Map
Hotel offering en-suite rooms. Walkers welcome.

Barnabas House

Yelverton / Harrowbeer Lane, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6DY View Map
En-suite accommodation in a relaxed location. Ideal for walkers.

Edgcumbe Guest House

Plymouth / 50 Pier Street, West Hoe, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3BT View Map
Top quality guest house just yards from the SWCP on the seafront. You are guaranteed a warm welcome and a comfortable stay in our en suite rooms which are furnished and finished to the highest standards. All rooms are en suite including two on the ground floor. There are lots of great places to eat very close by from restaurants and pubs to cafes and a fish and chip shop. Book direct for guaranteed best prices.
Awards: Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Award, Certificate of Achievement for 6 consecutive years, Booking.com Award for High Quality, Plymouth Waterfront Award Winner for Best In Plymouth, Hotels.com Most Wanted Award
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Mariners Guest House

Plymouth / 11 Pier Street, West Hoe, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3BS View Map
A Victorian 3 story town house 100 metres from the seafront/path. We provide high quality accommodation with original features and modern amenities but retain an elegant yet relaxed feel. Breakfast is served in a modern breakfast room with a choice of vegetarian or full English breakfast which are cooked to order using locally sourced ingredients. An early breakfast can be arranged for your convenience.
Awards: Visit Britain 4 Star Silver and Breakfast Award, Ggreen Tourism Gold Award, Plastic Free Plymouth Bronze Award
  • Open all year
  • Evening Meal
  • Car Parking
  • Dogs Welcome
  • Drying facilities
  • Packed Lunches
  • Long Stay Parking
  • WiFi
  • Secure Cycle/Bike Storage

Alma Lodge Guest House

Plymouth / 125 Alma Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4HQ View Map
Inviting Guest House well placed for the South West Coast Path.
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