South Zeal, Okehampton, Devon, South Zeal, EX20 2JT, United Kingdom
#1 of 1 hotels in South Zeal
Guests' ChoiceBased on 265 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 9 March 2024
Sarah
United KingdomIt was a little cold Especially the bathroom
The food was amazing
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Roger
United Kingdomslightly disappointing full English breakfast
Fine historic pub experience Good valentines meal Friendly Bar manager
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 30 January 2024
Beverley
United KingdomIt’s history and character.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
John
United KingdomNothing
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
Kath
United KingdomWhat an absolutely unique, historic place to stay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 November 2023
Eileen
United KingdomBedroom was above the kitchen and sound of extractor fan spoilt the ambience
Very friendly and cosy
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Yvonne
United KingdomHelpful and welcoming staff Comfortable and historically interesting Relaxing
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Karen
United KingdomFascinating place. So much history. Comfortable room and great food. Recommend
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Robert
United KingdomBreakfast was very good. History of the building
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Paul
United KingdomFour poster bed
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Patricia
United StatesThe 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
Keith
United KingdomHotel 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
Libby
United KingdomThe 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
Alan
United Kingdomensuite bathroom was a little dated but functional
Good menu excellent food
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Roland
United KingdomNothing 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
Martin
United KingdomReally 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
Ralph
United KingdomNo 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
Ian
United KingdomNothing
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
Tina
United KingdomNothing 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
Wayne
United KingdomAll aspects
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Dave
United KingdomAmazing 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
Christopher
United Kingdomwonderful setting and very good breakfast
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 22 August 2023
Simon
United KingdomNot 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
Britt
United KingdomBeautiful 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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