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Check out some of Devon’s boutique hotels

9th April 2019

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Devon has some of the best accommodation in the country and all across the region you’ll find plenty of properties, from huge corporate hotels, serviced apartments, chalets and more. More recently, a popular choice has been boutique hotel stays, so we thought we would introduce you to some of our favourites.

Boutique hotels are one of the newer types of hotel, they started gaining popularity in the 1980s. Typically, a boutique hotel is a small hotel which has between 10 and 100 rooms, they’re small enough to feel personal, yet you get all the mod cons you would expect from a hotel.

Staying in a boutique hotel is a great way to get to know the individual areas in Devon while getting a fun and unique place to call your base. Many of Devon’s boutique hotels have themed suites and eclectic décor, which you don’t always get with a large corporate hotel.

Image by Pentillie Castle

Visitors to Plymouth looking for a stylish and relaxing break at a boutique hotel should take a look at Pentillie Castle. You’ll find nine luxurious en-suite rooms set in a beautiful stately home on the banks of the River Tamar. It is a good destination for anyone wanting to explore the wider area and of course, for anyone who has an interest in history, guests are welcome to explore the 55 acre gardens designed by Humphry Repton, the mausoleum and the bathing hut that are on site. During the day while exploring you can head to the National Marine Aquarium one of the largest aquariums in the UK and home to the Ocean Conservation Charity. The exhibitions are all geared around learning more about the local marine population as well as conservation. Also nearby is Plymouth Gin which is the perfect place for gin fans. The building dates back to 1431 and the distillery is the oldest working one in England, so anyone wanting to find out more about their favourite tipple and sample a few flavours won’t want to miss out on this.

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If you want to bring your dog on holiday with you, make sure to take a look at the Cary Arms and Spa in Torquay, where dogs are welcome all year around. There are a whole range of different rooms that are chic and restful in coastal shades with gorgeous sea views. Nearby attractions include the Babbacombe Cliff Railway which offers stunning views on a trip across the cliffs from Babbacombe Downs to Oddicombe Beach. Guests will also have a chance to eat at one of Devon’s best restaurants, the Restaurant at the Cary Arms the menus have a range of gastro food cooked simply and featuring freshness and seasonality. Haytor Hotel, also in Torquay, is based in an elegant Victorian villa that has one of the best bed and breakfast stays in the English Riviera. The award winning hotel has fifteen refurbished bedrooms all presented in a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. As they have an age rage, with only children aged over 12 onsite, it’s a great place for guests who want a quieter stay with other adults. For those guests that love wildlife, you’re close to Living Coasts Torquay, the award-winning coastal zoo famous for its penguin collection and only 400 meters from the town centre giving you access to a range of attractions and eateries.

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Near Salcombe where you have access to the stunning south Devon coastline is the Thurlestone Hotel, which has been family-owned for over 100 years. It offers first class accommodation with a luxury spa and leisure facilities on site and a coastal golf course, making it the perfect place for a relaxing holiday or a short break and is just five minutes from the beach. There are also three onsite restaurants, giving you ample opportunity to sample award-winning menus. If you like the sound of visiting a distillery but are keen to stay near Salcombe, the Salcombe Distilling Co is open seven days a week and is a chance for visitors to find out more about how gin is made while also tasting some of the local selections.

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Guests looking for somewhere near Dartmoor will love Glazebrook House Hotel, a luxury boutique country house hotel set in idyllic countryside situated near Ivybridge, the gateway to the National Park. The décor includes sumptuous handmade furnishings and vintage accessories and with only eight rooms, you’ll have a quiet and comfortable holiday. If you’re travelling with the family, Pennywell Farm is close by and offers plenty of family friendly fun and Winding River Canoe’s base is also near for those who want to experience the River Dart in a whole new light.

These are just a few of the amazing boutique hotels you’ll find in Devon, click here to see the full list of properties for you to choose from.
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