Ilfracombe

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The seaside town of Ilfracombe on the north coast of Devon; Shutterstock ID 509466868; purchase_order: SP-1332 HA Batch 2 August 2018; Order: ; client: HomeAway; other: To be paid with HA budget
The seaside town of Ilfracombe on the north coast of Devon; Shutterstock ID 509466868; purchase_order: SP-1332 HA Batch 2 August 2018; Order: ; client: HomeAway; other: To be paid with HA budget
MR4Y2F Sunny evening at Ilfracombe harbour in Devon
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Not the biggest beach but it certainly has drama.
The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel By Compass Hospitality

The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel By Compass Hospitality

3.5 out of 5
Wilder road Ilfracombe England
The price is HK$435 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$435
HK$523 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ilfracombe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (417 reviews)
Rooms are good and the staff are excellent

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

The Dilkhusa Grand Hotel By Compass Hospitality
The Sawmills

The Sawmills

4 out of 5
Watermouth Ilfracombe England
The price is HK$1,024 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
HK$1,024
HK$1,229 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
This was an amazing place to stay. The staff were excellent and friendly. Especially the General Manager Ryan who went above and beyond to make my stay special. The room was spotless, comfortable, and a great size. The food in the restaurant was tasty, great choice and huge portions. I would highly ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Sawmills
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel

Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Runnacleave Road Ilfracombe England
The price is HK$942 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
HK$942
HK$1,130 total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (362 reviews)
Everything was brilliant

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sea Rock 8 Sleeps 4, Two Bedrooms. Balcony, Sea Front Views + Free WiFi.

Sea Rock 8 Sleeps 4, Two Bedrooms. Balcony, Sea Front Views + Free WiFi.

Ilfracombe Engeland
Stay at this apartment in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Wildersmouth Beach and Ilfracombe Harbour are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
Nice clean apartment, good communication feom the host, very convenient location, lovely view

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Sea Rock 8 Sleeps 4, Two Bedrooms. Balcony, Sea Front Views + Free WiFi.
North Devon Resort

North Devon Resort

3 out of 5
Marlborough Road Ilfracombe England
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ilfracombe Harbour and Verity Statue are ...
7.2/10 Good! (19 reviews)
Near faultless but non evening entertainment lovely place staff ace plus food wow!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

North Devon Resort
400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down

400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down

Nr Woolacombe ENG
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Ilfracombe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Ilfracombe Aquarium and Marwood Hill Gardens ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
We had a lovely New year's stay in this cottage, going for coastal walks and getting cosy by the fire when we came back. The cottage is really comfortable, we loved the heated bathroom floors and the well equipped kitchen. We also enjoyed playing a bit of darts and table tennis in the games room. ...

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

400 year old cottage is in the lovely North Devon village of West Down
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ilfracombe

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
52
5 - Excellent 46%
4 - Good
48
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It is our first visit and we shall be back. Had excellent meal in an Iralian restaurant near sea front. Also in a family cafe near the front. We walked a couple of hills but need to come back to take on Hillsborough the statue on the harbour is ama

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Ilfracombe generally somewhat run down but plenty of other things within North Devon, that are easily within reach in a car, more than compensate. Exmoor and many of the beaches are a delight.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Ilfracombe seemed a bit tired but the Damien Hirst artwork ‘Verity’ was very striking standing on the pier.

3/5 - Okay

Terry

Ilfracombe is a nice place to visit, shame the people in the nice place are miserable buggers

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Was a village steeped in history St Nicholas chapel was well worth the walk

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely coves scenic views