Rock House Hotel
Between the harbour and pebble beach, Lynmouth · Hotel
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A small hotel with eight en suite rooms set between Lynmouth's historic harbour and its pebble beach, with a restaurant, bar and private dining room.
What's nearby
- The Ancient Mariner next door
- The Bath Hotel next door
- Exmoor National Park Centre, Lynmouth next door
- Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway 200m away
- Glen Lyn Gorge 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About Rock House Hotel
Rock House Hotel is a small, self-contained hotel set directly between Lynmouth's historic harbour and its pebble beach, holding eight en suite bedrooms above a restaurant, bar and private dining room. Its position gives most rooms a direct outlook over the water where the East Lyn River meets the sea.
The restaurant and bar operate as a destination in their own right for both residents and passing visitors, serving a straightforward, seasonally changing menu that draws on the same local seafood supply as its harbourside neighbours.
A four-minute walk from the lower station of the cliff railway and a similarly short drive from the Valley of the Rocks, Rock House suits visitors who want to be at the centre of Lynmouth's harbour life without needing a car for evenings out.
What guests say
We booked 3 rooms with The Rock bringing all the family. We had a super time, rooms were spotlessly clean, the breakfasts were excellent, we also had dinner there on the one evening which was delicious and plenty of it. The whole family had a wonderful 3 night stay. Highly recommend and we will be coming back. The New people who took over end of 2025 are doing a fantastic job. All the staff were polite, professional and nothing was too much trouble
4 months ago · via Google
Our stay at Rock House was well above our expectations. The location is just magical. Stunning. The guest house is fabulous. Wonderful staff, beautiful room and great food. Would definitely recommend highly and hope to return. Thanks guys.
3 weeks ago · via Google
My Wife and I stayed recently for a couple nights at the Rock. We had a fantastic experience from start to finish. The pub & reception area is immaculately clean and beautifully decorated, really nice vibe about the place due to its location. This cleanliness and theme followed through to the rooms which we found to be fantastic. We had a great view of the sea which was literally right next to our window. Our breakfast in the morning was fantastic, with all good quality produce use, really enjoyed it. There are two evening menu's on offer, traditional pub & Thai. We opted for Thai and haft to say it was at a very good restaurant quality, all freshly cooked and very taste. Couldn't fault the Rock, will definitely stay again for sure 👍
4 months ago · via Google
5* in every respect. Garry and Pam took over at the end of 2025 and have already done a fantastic job updating the decor. We couldn't fault their hospitality and the service was exceptional and room beautiful. They really care about the community they're business is part of which really means a lot. We only stayed one night on the second day of our South West Coast Path Adventures but we'll definitely be back. The area is really worth staying longer in, and Rock House would make the perfect base.
4 months ago · via Google
Guests mention this hotel offers comfortable, immaculate rooms with stunning sea views and fantastic showers, along with delicious breakfast and Thai evening menus. They also highlight the warm, friendly, and attentive staff, and the magical location.
Some reviews mention the food can be unavailable.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Manor Green, Lynmouth, EX35 6EN Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Between the harbour and pebble beach, Lynmouth
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.5 / 10 (280 reviews)
- Prices from
- £130 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Lynton and Lynmouth