Lynton
Places to stay in Lynton, Devon
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Lynton is fundamentally a place to stay. The town holds a substantial number of hotels and guest houses, suggesting it functions as a base for visitors to the area rather than a destination in itself. The North Cliff Hotel is rated 4.7 from around 224 reviews, while Highcliffe House achieves a perfect 5.0 from 128 reviews. The Crown Hotel, rated 4.5 from 577 reviews, and Exmoor Manor Hotel at 4.5 from 236 reviews, both offer solid endorsements. The Valley of Rocks Hotel and The Rockford Inn round out the options, each with their own following. For those preferring something simpler, Caffyns Farm provides a campsite alternative.
When it comes to eating, the Old Bank stands out notably, rated 4.9 from 243 reviews—a genuinely strong score. Ramblers Rest offers another option for a meal. The dining choice is compact, which suits the nature of the town: it is designed to accommodate visitors staying for a night or two rather than to draw crowds looking for gastronomic variety.
Where to stay in Lynton(21)
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Lynton sits in Devon in the South West, positioned as the kind of town where you arrange your accommodation first and then venture out to explore the surrounding area. The consistency of positive ratings across the hotels suggests visitors generally leave satisfied with their stay, and the strength of The Old Bank's reviews indicates that at least one restaurant is doing something right. This is straightforward accommodation territory, suited to those using the town as a comfortable base.
Things to Do in Lynton
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Attractions Near Lynton
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1 mi
Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Lynmouth · ⭐ 4.7
2 mi
Lynton and Barnstaple Railway
Parracombe · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Watersmeet
Lynmouth · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Dean Riding Stables
Parracombe · ⭐ 5.0
Wistlandpound
Kentisbury · ⭐ 4.7
6 mi
Exmoor Zoo
Barnstaple · ⭐ 4.6
7 mi
Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park
Combe Martin · ⭐ 4.3
8 mi
OSKC Watersports
Ilfracombe · ⭐ 5.0
Camping in Lynton(1)
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Lynton Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.6 · from £15/night
Caffyns Farm Exmoor Coast Holidays
⭐ 4.8 · from £13/night
Sunny Lyn Holiday Park
⭐ 4.6 · from £18/night
Caffyns Farm
from £30/night
Lynmouth Holiday Retreat
⭐ 4.7 · from £18/night
South Dean Camping
⭐ 4.9 · from £35/night
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite
⭐ 4.9 · from £24/night
Long Meadow Certificated Location
⭐ 5.0
Self-Catering Cottages in Lynton
All cottages in Lynton →Bracken Lea
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £851
Gunns Apartments
2 cottages · from £363
Seaside Retreat
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £783
The Snug
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £353
Watersmeet - The Loft
2 bed · sleeps 3 · from £427
Barham Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,102
Haven Heights
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £577
Durcombe Water Annexe
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £363
Common questions about Lynton
How many campsites are there in Lynton?
We list 1 campsites in and around Lynton, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Lynton?
We list 21 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Lynton.
Where can I eat in Lynton?
We list 2 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Lynton.
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