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3 star

The Carlton Hotel Ilfracombe

Runnacleave Road, near Tunnels Beaches · Hotel

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A converted Victorian hotel a short walk from Tunnels Beaches and the harbour, with a modern brasserie, bar and a TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice award.

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About The Carlton Hotel Ilfracombe

The Carlton Hotel occupies a converted Victorian building on Runnacleave Road, close to Tunnels Beaches and a ten-minute walk from Ilfracombe's harbour and quay. It has picked up a TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice award and holds a five-star food hygiene rating for its in-house Brasserie restaurant and bar.

Rooms have been refurbished with a contemporary finish, and the hotel offers free superfast wi-fi throughout, an EV charging point, conference facilities and an afternoon tea service. Dogs are welcome in a number of rooms, and locally sourced ingredients feature on the restaurant menu.

Its position close to both the beaches and the harbour makes it a well-placed choice for guests wanting to walk to Ilfracombe's main sights without a car.

Reception hours

Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Sunday
Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What guests say

Gary Watson

Had an amazing two-nights staying at The Carlton Hotel. The hotel had tasteful decoration and was immaculately cleaned. Our room had the smell of freshness upon entering and was cleaned to a high standard. The room had a fridge and table and chairs and was perfect for our stay and was also nicely decorated and carpeted. The staff which included the owner were very professional and worked hard to please guests and make their stay a pleasant experience. The hotel has a carpark at the front of the hotel and the car parking spaces were wide enough for even larger cars and space for a coach. Highly recommend to friends. Gary Watson Nottingham.

a month ago · via Google

Sue Robinson

We have visited The Carlton several times over the last few years and love it. Everyone is friendly and makes us feel really welcome. The room is spacious, plenty of room to move around, as is the ensuite shower room. Plenty of food choices on the breakfast menu and, if you want half board, delicious food on the evening as well. The owners are always on hand to provide help and advice , nothing is too much trouble. We look forward to many more visits. We can really recommend The Carlton in Ilfracombe if you are down that way.

a month ago · via Google

Susie

A brilliant find! We chose The Carlton because it was conveniently close to a Wedding we were attending, but we will definitely return to enjoy this fab hotel again. It’s ideally situated so that there’s no steep hill to climb on your way back from the harbor! The rooms and public areas are beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. Breakfast is amazing, and all the staff are friendly and helpful. Looking forward to returning soon. You’ll love it!

2 months ago · via Google

Aoife O Regan

Although we didn’t end up staying at the Carlton Hotel due to a change in our plans, I still wanted to leave a review because the customer service we received was exceptional. Michael, the owner, was incredibly helpful throughout the entire booking process. I initially booked the wrong dates, and he couldn’t have been more accommodating in helping me change everything to the dates I needed. Unfortunately, we were no longer able to attend the event we had planned, but Michael remained understanding, friendly, and kind every step of the way. Every time I called the hotel, the staff were welcoming, supportive, and genuinely pleasant to speak to. It’s clear they really care about their guests and go out of their way to help. Based on our experience alone, I would absolutely recommend the Carlton Hotel. Even without staying there, we felt valued and looked after from start to finish. We will definitely be looking to book the Carlton the next time we’re planning a trip to Devon. Thank you, Michael and the team, for making what could have been a stressful situation so easy and enjoyable.

a month ago · via Google

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Guests mention this hotel offers delicious, freshly prepared breakfast and dinner options, with many highlighting the quality of the food. They also appreciate the spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated rooms and public areas. Visitors consistently praise the friendly, helpful, and attentive staff, noting their exceptional service.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Runnacleave Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 8AR Get directions
Property type
Hotel
Location
Runnacleave Road, near Tunnels Beaches
Star rating
3 star
Guest score
8.6 / 10 (950 reviews)
Prices from
£100 per night
Good for children
Yes
Destination
Ilfracombe