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Reviews of The Oxenham Arms Hotel Devon 4 stars

South Zeal, Okehampton, Devon, South Zeal, EX20 2JT, United Kingdom

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Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 265 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a little cold Especially the bathroom

    The food was amazing

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    9.0
    look forward to my next stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    slightly disappointing full English breakfast

    Fine historic pub experience Good valentines meal Friendly Bar manager

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    Brilliant stay in Dartmoor
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s history and character.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Perfect in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Four Poster Bed & View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful historic pub with fantastic friendly staff and owners, stunning bar area, top class service, great food, lovely bedroom with most comfortable bed ever, will be back.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What an absolutely unique, historic place to stay.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    8.0
    Would definitely consider going again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed & Countryside View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedroom was above the kitchen and sound of extractor fan spoilt the ambience

    Very friendly and cosy

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Helpful and welcoming staff Comfortable and historically interesting Relaxing

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fascinating place. So much history. Comfortable room and great food. Recommend

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Breakfast was very good. History of the building

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Four Poster Bed & View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Four poster bed

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed & Countryside View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The highlight of our trip. We stayed in the Belstone room; my husband said he felt like a King. Simon and Lyn were wonderful hosts and the meals were amazing.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel has great character and loads of history. Proprietors and staff were really friendly. Food, beer and wine all excellent.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful, charming and historic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed & Countryside View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom was clean and presentable, however it had been fairly modernised and was lacking the charm that the rest of the building held. Hopefully this can improved over time and a fairly insignificant issue.

    We absolutely loved it. The history was fascinating. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. The room was very cosy, and the bed extremely comfortable and big! We both had a great nights sleep. We had dinner on the Friday, on arrival, and were informed it was busy and wouldn't be served straight away but that was no problem for us, and when the food did arrive it was exceptional. Breakfast was also delicious. A little quiet in the breakfast room, and some background music could have been good to break the quiet between tables and guests.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    9.0
    Thoroughly enjoyed the food, hospitality and history of this remarkable building
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Countryside View
    • Stayed 1 night

    ensuite bathroom was a little dated but functional

    Good menu excellent food

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    10
    Memorable. This really is one of the most unusual and fascinating places to stay there is.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing really.

    Fantastic old building with beams, wonky floors, grand staircase, and a neolithic standing stone. Second time we have stayed here and it's still amazing. Friendly, amusing service, excellent ale and good food.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really enjoyed staying here. The place is steeped in history and our room was very comfortable. The food and service were excellent. Thank you to everyone who made our second stay so relaxing and really good. ☺

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    9.0
    Pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Countryside View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fruit or plain yoghurt at breakfast

    Lots of character. Good bar and restaurant. Hard working, pleasant staff.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    Looking forward to returning
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The owners and staff were so welcoming and helpful. Food was fantastic. This place is a reel gem with so much history can't rate it highly enough and I've been in hospitality for over 30 years.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    10
    What a great find, will visit again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Four Poster Bed & View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing not to like, we had an excellent experience during our stay heere.

    What a wonderful find. We decided to book an overnight stay here to break our journey on the way down to Cornwall, we certainly weren't disappointed. Parking was easy right outside the door. After a very warm welcome at check in we were shown to our lovely spacious room. We enjoyed a relaxed drink in the bar before enjoying an absolutely delicious meal followed by a nightcap and some friendly conversation in the bar area. There is so much character in this charming place, it has a very interesting history and the surrounding countryside is just lovely. Sadly, we had to leave after breakfast, which was delicious with plenty of choice, to carry on our journey. We did take some time to visit Lydford Gorge, don't miss it if you're in the area, it's a beautiful walk and the waterfalls are amazing. We would highly recommend staying here if ever you get the chance to do so.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All aspects

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2023

    10
    Great place, friendly hosts, excellent food and beer!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Countryside View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Amazing place, steeped in history. Bar was busy but staff were friendly and service was excellent. Breakfast in the morning was delicious.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Double Room with Four Poster Bed & View
    • Stayed 1 night

    wonderful setting and very good breakfast

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with Four Poster Bed & Countryside View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a big problem. But the steak on the evening meal wasn't the best. It wasn't bad and was cooked well etc just a little underwhelming. However chicken was fantastic and the rest of the food great.

    The room was fantastic. Four poster bed very comfortable. Fantastic location. Staff very friendly helpful. Food very good. Fun and engaging staff.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful hotel, with a fascinating history, amazing food, very comfortable room and fantastic, friendly hosts - the local, poetry/storytelling/song evening that was on the night we were there was just the cherry on the top. There are loads of walks and hikes on offer directly from the hotel or a short drive away and the whole area is just beautiful! Highly, highly recommend a visit here!

    Stayed in July 2023

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