Barton Cross Hotel  

Quaint quiet and nice location with a friendly manager

Decor dated , really does needs some tlc and no instruction on breakfast times and over priced.

Good food, friendly staff

Far out of Exeter which was main reason for visit

The host was welcoming

The hotel was highly rated on the website but in reality it is tired and in need of refurbishment.

Everything just perfect.

Received a very warm welcome at this hotel. Rooms were luxurious and spacious. Breakfast was fantastic.

We enjoyed the setting of the Barton Cross Hotel. Although a bit far from Exeter, Brian, the host, drove us into town each morning. We had no difficulty making our way home in the evening. Since we planned to explore the coast we found that the distance was not too problematic because we spent our days out in the countryside. Brian was an exceptional host. We had our first dinner there and the food was fabulous. If you're staying at the hotel and fancy a gourmet meal I'd suggest at least having one meal there. The breakfasts were great as well.

Renting a car would be advisable if staying for longer than a couple of days, particularly if you want to do a little exploration of the region. Although the bus does offer an 'explorer' pass for a day which is very reasonably priced.

The Barton Cross Hotel was quite a surprise as it is hidden behind a lot of hedge rows down a country road, but once discovered it was a gem. Small, and personal, with a very comfortable ambience including a 17th century cottage layout. The bedroom was very well appointed, the restaurant superb, the bar a place you wanted to spend many hours, and the staff very friendly. It is not very accessable to transport so you really need a car. We recommend it to any traveller wanting an intimate hotel with great service.

An absolutely lovely little place in the middle of nowhere, just what I had been hoping for. Cosy and welcoming, like stepping back in time. Good food. Can't comment on the wine list as I don't drink, but could imagine spending winter nights nursing whisky in front of the fire and never get bored of it.

It is great to find an independent hotel that has preserved the quintessential, traditional English country hotel. Right from our initial welcome, through a marvellous dining experience to a fantastic breakfast, the owners could not do enough for you. If you want a traditional 14th Century thatched, beamed property to relax in, while enjoying the rolling Devon hills, this is the place

The bedrrom and bathroom furnishings, while adequate and functional, are beginning to show their age and a sympathetic modernisation programme would enhance the experience.

Very friendly staff. Professional yet personal. Had a very nostalgic feel about it, but amenities were up to scratch. Really enjoyed staying here. The meals were first class.

Only drawback was the smell of smoke in the hotel at times.

Setting, peace and quiet and proximity to the University.It is an ideal haven for visiting the area and regaining your sense of nature with a little luxury.

The bed could with replacing.

Warm welcome and excellent food

The rooms and decor were a little dated