「Plus sides: next to the Donkey Sanctuary and the ability to cook for yourself.
Now for the downsides. Where to begin?
*Couldn't get into contact with the owner for check-in, arrival times, code to the key box or anything. Only after contacting Travelnest (the third company in charge of advertising the property) by phone on the day of check-in, I got a very short email from the owner about the check-in time (an hour later than advertised) and code for the key box. No apologies, not even his/her...
「This charming traditional hotel was clean, comfortable and in an excellent location, only 3 mins walk to the seafront.
Our room was spacious and the hotel staff were friendly and helpful.
Sidmouth itself is a delightful English seaside town with plenty to see and do, eg walking options a plenty, repertory theatre, open air concerts in the seafront gardens and a variety of exhibitions. 」
「Beautiful hotel and spa. Very friendly staff and management. Not the cheapest of places, But you get what you pay for here. Recommended and will visit again in the future.」
「Beautiful location with luxurious accommodations that have everything needed and the breakfast was great. Very elegant and close to the main nearby beaches. There's a fantastic Italian restaurant close by that is worth visiting. I highly recommend it and will definitely return!」
「The hotel had a grand and atmospheric dining room, and the staff, both at breakfast and checking in/out were most welcoming and friendly. A very good breakfast too. 」
「From the moment I arrived, everything was seamless. Check-in was quick and friendly, and the staff were warm, caring, and genuinely attentive — it made all the difference and set the tone for the rest of the stay.
The room was spotless, genuinely the cleanest I’ve ever seen and beautifully presented with everything exactly where it should be. The bed was unbelievably comfortable, and I had the most restful, uninterrupted night’s sleep. I woke up feeling completely relaxed and refreshed.
The...
「Great Hotel in superb location right in the middle of Lyme Regis.
We were initially worried about parking, but on the day that we stayed there were plenty of places to park at the hotel and the car booking in system straightforward.
We ate an evening meal in the hotel restaurant - typical pub fare but a few things were unavailable. Staff levels slightly low.
Breakfast was really good, the staff very attentive and managed to customise my breakfast exactly as I wanted.
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「A truly amazing inn in the heart of Somerset. The staff are so lovely helpful and enthusiastic. the food is superb and just in the right quantity to feel full but not over full. Service is excellent and room quality superb. I cant recommend the Cotley inn enough. thank you again for a lovely stay.」
「Comfortable hotel with lovely atmosphere, staff couldn’t do more for you!
Had dinner in the restaurant, must say the food was first class.
Will stay here again and again!」