With a charming oak-beamed restaurant, this former motel offers home-cooked food and real ales. Dartmoor Lodge is on the edge of South Dartmoor, surrounded by scenic Devonshire countryside. Many of the stylish bedrooms have wonderful views, and all feature a TV and tea/coffee facilities. Rooms also have a private modern bathroom, and some have a romantic four-poster bed. The cosy bar features an open fire and Wi-Fi access, and offers a range of fine wines and West Country cask ales. The restaurant serves cooked breakfasts and a modern British menu, featuring fresh local produce. Dartmoor Lodge Hotel is close to many popular walking and cycling routes. The hotel also offers free parking, equipment storage and a drying room.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • R
    Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is in a beautiful location surrounded by country views yet close enough to the A39 to have excellent travel links to major centres throughout Devon. The staff were friendly and helpful, the rooms large and comfortable. Really great...
  • Hilary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My sister and I had a very comfortable and clean twin bedded room. A very good breakfast. (No dinner this time but I enjoyed the restaurant on a previous occasion. Reception were very helpful regarding re-scheduling our booking due to a death...
  • Wendy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff - very friendly and accommodating. Made us food despite the kitchens officially having stopped serving. Great location for an overnight stay after ferry from Roscoff to Plymouth. Lovely shower and generous towels. Good breakfast.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Dartmoor Lodge Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Dartmoor Lodge Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 20:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Dartmoor Lodge Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that dogs are only allowed in certain rooms and have to be confirmed prior to arrival.

Please inform Dartmoor Lodge Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Dartmoor Lodge Hotel

  • Dartmoor Lodge Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Dartmoor Lodge Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Horse riding

  • Room options at Dartmoor Lodge Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Family

  • Check-in at Dartmoor Lodge Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Dartmoor Lodge Hotel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Ashburton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Dartmoor Lodge Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Dartmoor Lodge Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.