The separate bathroom.

We liked the historical architecture and views and gardens. Comfortable bed. Convenient for visiting the south Devon area.

Stayed in April 2024

Need to get the basics right. For £162 for one night we got a lumpy, uncomfortable mattress, pillows like rocks and substandard bathroom facilities inc difficult to flush wc, shower door that was hard to open and close and hot water that took an age to come through. The communal areas notably the stairwells are in need of refurb, especially the thread-bear carpets.

Fabulous location and the gardens absolutely beautiful (even in the rain). The sheer heritage of this place just oozes. Breakfast served at the White Hart was very good.

Stayed in April 2024

There was nothing we didn't like

We chose Dartington Hall as a great location for exploring Dartmoor and Devon coast and fell in love with the peace and tranquility of the place. The grounds are stunning. The on-site pub selling good range of drinks, well kept real ale and delicious meals and on-site quirky cinema kept us entertained in the evenings.

Stayed in April 2024

The plumbing was noisy

It was very convenient and comfortable.

Stayed in April 2024

I did not book a room with attached bath, and that's OK. I felt it strange that there was no bath soap and had to bring from my room.

Excellent single room, lovely breakfast, and what a marvellous garden in full spring bloom when visited.

Stayed in April 2024

Detailed arrival instructions arrived by email too late .....after we had already checked in. Signage around the site seemed poor. we had to stop to ask someone walking around the estate for the way to go.

Excellent meals there, especially breakfast, which included a wide range of locally sourced produce. A particular favourite of mine was the apple juice. This was so different from the standard commercially produced version.

Stayed in March 2024

It was difficult to book a table for 10 for dinner. Several emails required to different bits of admin. Having made a reservation, it was cancelled with a days notice although the works had apparently been scheduled for some time. Initially staff claimed to have alerted us in advance , but later admitted no messages had been sent. Breakfast was mediocre. Unappetising looking hot food, no pastries and very little fruit.

Location

Stayed in April 2024

Our daughter in her single room found the bed most lumpy!!!

As ever the staff are first rate and most welcoming. Chef has always provided excellent meals.

Stayed in April 2024

Quiet room.

Stayed in April 2024

Extremely difficult to find Hotel Reception - no signs even when one found it ('accomodation' sign in Info Centre). It would be helpful, timely and much more welcoming if this info were provided in advance, even communicated through signs on this vast estate.

Very comfortable accommodation, lovely setting. Good breakfast (although limited choice if not early)

Stayed in April 2024

Breakfast in the White Hart - first day I felt a bit of an idiot waiting for a member of staff to appear to tell me what the procedure was. I would have liked a few light items on the evening menu as I can’t eat a lot in the evenings My bedroom was nice but needs up dating. New carpet, decorating, and a few bits of plastering In the condition it is I would have begrudged paying that price as I was upgraded from a single room which had a leak

I know Dartington Hall well so not too many surprises. It was great to have the Barn Theatre with films I liked The Green Cafe. I was lucky to be there when WonderGlow was on Gardens are lovely to walk around Easy parking

Stayed in April 2024

First room was tiny, we paid to be upgraded to bigger room.

The location and tranquility. But our room was not cleaned on the third night.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing - I knew what to expect.

A lovely location and an historic building. Excellent breakfast! My third stay in the last 2 years.

Stayed in April 2024

The breakfast curfew is quite ridiculous. We like to enjoy a run and swim in the river before breaky but felt we couldn’t enjoy the morning because the cut off was 930am. Spoke to catering staff whether or not we could arrive at 9.30am they responded “you could but they’d be no food left”. I think those who work in hospitality sometimes forget we are actually paying customers on holiday which is worth remembering hence why many folk are opting for ABNB where one has more freedom.

Epic location and setting. lovely sized room

Stayed in March 2024

The breakfast. It was precooked and kept warm. But it didn’t taste nice at all. Rubbery tasteless eggs in particular.

The surroundings.

Stayed in April 2024

The message about plumbing being old and guests asked to pay if they block it...this plumbing is old and needs sorting out I guess.

Beautiful spring Gardens and convenience of pub and cinema on site.

Stayed in March 2024

Beautiful place to stay, good food in the pub and a lovely garden to relax

Stayed in February 2024

One room too hot and unable to turn down heating, but moved next day. Rooms need a spring clean, but bedding and shower room clean.

In a great historic setting amidst an old estate. Good, plentiful breakfast included in pub within square. On site, volunteer run cinema (best to pre-book if busy time). Good price for single ensuite room. Lovely historic gardens on site, and walks when weather better. Free parking for those staying.

Stayed in March 2024

Beautiful setting. The staff were friendly and helpful. Delicious breakfast.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

Breakfast

Stayed in April 2024

Maybe later breakfast but that's doesn't really matter

The place was lovely in a brilliant atmosphere. The ground were beautiful. And the breakfast very yummy.

Stayed in April 2024

Great breakfast with plenty of choice. Stunning venue and surroundings.

Stayed in March 2024

I have a diary allergies, the waiting staff were fabulous, & very accommodating, the chef, didn't want alter the menu, ie butter in mash potato, I wanted fish, but he didn't want to change it, with much reluctants, he did the duck for me, with new potatoes, which was very good, the food was very tasty, The service was very good, & there was a band playing which I enjoyed

A very good breakfast, lots of choices

Stayed in March 2024

The Trust is going through a period of transition and is focused on how it will survive financially, and I felt the impact as a visitor. I did not like the Alice in Wonderland light show which was installed for a long duration and which I thought detracted from the experience of the exquisite gardens during the day, with strings of colored lights, barricades and plastic sculptures throughout the garden landscape. The project took access away from visitors after 3pm on days when the show was live. I felt the project of Dartington's future might benefit from input from those who appreciate the mission of the Trust and the potential for this institution to contribute meaningfully to a sustainable future. I would have welcomed a way to converse on that and contribute. Also, more information about the logistics of staying and enjoying the estate would have been helpful. There is potential here for so much more, but I had a good visit.

My room was modest and efficient and looked out onto a courtyard setting recalling the original construction during medieval times. It was easily accessible, and after a functional problem with the bathroom assigned to my first room, I was offered a different room where I paid an additional amount to solve the problem. I booked for an extended stay, so had time to explore this fascinating estate. It's history and mission was an important feature for me, along with the amazing gardens, and a pub and two cafes on site. Devon countryside is beautiful and it was great to take walks along the River Dart and to surrounding towns like Totnes, even in spite of the frequent rainy weather. To truly take in all Dartington has to offer, including lectures, workshops and the Barn Cinema, an extended stay is worth considering.

Stayed in March 2024