Hartland Quay Hotel

After a long walk on the costal path I stopped in at the hotel for some much needed food and drink. It was like being welcomed by family. Managers Donal and Sarah really looked after me, a solo traveler. Excellent food, cold drinks and genuine friendly and helpful staff all round. Please if you have the opportunity stop in for a meal and a pint, you won’t be disappointed. They really are the kindest of people. Many, many thanks X

Firstly, the good. A one night stay, whilst walking. Great location, perfect for the SWCP. Friendly staff, great food (the breakfast sausage was as fine an example as I can remember in a long time). Good beers on draught, great choice of other drinks. But. We were woken in the night by a strong smell of drains coming from the bathroom. Opening the window, and shutting the bathroom door helped, but it was still unpleasant. We tried to find someone to report it to in the morning, but no-one could be found. I'm sure it's a one-off, but maintenance could do with checking room 10.

We arrived here after a full day of hiking the SWCP from Clovelly. We didn’t even see it until we were right down on it because it sits right on its very own Quay. Amazing and so old. We had all the necessary amenities and the room was large and comfortable. The staff was kind and helpful. Dinner was as delicious.

Amazing location. Very comfortable, spacious room with a sea view. Friendly, efficient staff. Good food at very reasonable prices.

Wonderful location, lovely room and very helpful staff. I am coeliac and they were.very understanding of protocols to ensure no cross contamination. The breakfasts were cooked to order and packed lunches can be ordered. Just a note - no continent breakfast is available, though vegetarian and vegan cooked breakfasts are.

We usually visit out of season, where the place is very quiet. Today, we visited and the place was full, no seats available inside. No problem, we said, we'll sit outside. As it was sunny, but blowing a gale, we decided not to have a meal, but husband went inside to get a couple of drinks and 2 bags of crisps. He went to the Bar to order. No one came. Eventually, he caught someone's eye, who asked if he was ordering food. No he said, just drinks. Well, she said, you'll have to get in the queue over there, because we don't serve at the Bar. Eh? It's a pub. There was a queue of about 4 people, waiting to order food at at till by the door, but also a load of orders to process, I guess from the table servers. My husband said the staff didn't seem very friendly and pulling 1 pint and a glass of water should have been easier at the Bar. It's a nice place, stunning views from outside and nice coastal walks. BUT, it's a bit of a difficult drive down the lanes, busy today and we had to reverse several times for on-coming traffic. We won't be going back. Shame really, as I'm guessing our trade would be welcome in the winter months, when we usually visit. Note to staff: treat people a bit better with long term custom on mind. We are around all the time, not just in the summer holidays. Suggest allowing drinks only orders at the Bar. Would reduce queue for folks ordering food too.