The Beacon, Exmouth, EX8 2AF, United Kingdom
#4 of 10 hotels in Exmouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2295 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.1
Facilities
7.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.9
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 June 2024
Sarah
United KingdomNight porter was not much help upon checking in out of hours - day staff much more helpful Hotel is dated, but clean and sufficient for an overnight stay. Car park is tiny, and limited on road parking outside the front of the hotel, we got lucky but if the road is full you will need to pay to park somewhere and walk
Location was good, central to everything
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Deborah
United KingdomSome dirty marks were on the bathroom wall and our wardrobe had a broken handle
The location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Veronica
United KingdomOnly one chair in our room for two!
A beautiful location and loved the breakfast.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Peter
CanadaExcellent location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Alan
United KingdomI was aware when booking that the restaurant is not currently open for dinner. However, there is a notice by the main entrance advertising sandwiches etc being available. I think this notice should be taken down as it seems misleading - I was hoping for a light lunch (perhaps a sandwich) one day and was told these were not available.
Really pleasant room with lovely views overlooking the coast. Very good breakfasts with hot food cooked freshly to order - so much better than the hot breakfast buffet on offer in many hotels these days. Hotel in very nice location (although being up a hill might be challenging to less mobile guests), close to the town centre and a pleasant short stroll through gardens to the beach. Very pleasant and helpful staff and good to have a nice bar to be able to drink and socialise in.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Linda
United KingdomIt is a shame the hotel does not do dinner. Unfortunately we had an overnight leak from the ceiling which dripped down onto the occasional table and damaged my laptop. The hotel management were very apologetic, helpful and resolved the matter satisfactorily without hassle.
Room was comfortable and had a lovely sea view (requested). Breakfast was very good. Location was very good, being an easy walk to the beach. Staff helpful and pleasant.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Amanda
United KingdomA little tired
Good location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Kerry
United KingdomShower was very small given the size of the bathroom
Room was spacious and bed was comfortable
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Jane
United KingdomBed a bit firm
Very friendly staff, nice room and excellent location, literally a few minutes from the beach.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Dawn
United KingdomI have always found this hotel very welcoming and staff helpful and polite. I liked our room, only criticism I have about our room, is that the bathroom could do with a tidy up around sink and bath/shower area. But it was clean,
We didn’t have breakfast. Location is very good. Close to beach and little shops and eating places.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Julesc11
United KingdomRooms rather tired but bed very comfortable. There were no plug sockets above the dressing table/side board so had to plug kettle in on floor, and stretch hair dryer towards mirror!
Breakfast was excellant, some continental/cereal offer and a lovely cooked choice too. Small but nice bar, lounge and our dog able to join us. Room had a water bowl, poop bags and a ball to welcome our four legged friend. Good location with gardens and dog walking area in front of hotel, 5 minutes to the beach, 10 minutes to town centre, railway station.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomNothing
Looks very imposing but also welcoming!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Vivienne
United KingdomParking
Perfectly located
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Peter
United KingdomBathroom was a little dated
Large room Staff friendly (Hannah) Location Pet friendly
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Christian
United KingdomThe car park was a bit of a squeeze to get into, if you had a large vehicle it might be difficult.
The staff were exceptional. The hotel is quirky in a good way.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 May 2024
Gillian
United KingdomEverything about the hotel was fine, but not exceptional - apart from the staff who were very helpful. However, the price made it extremely good value for money: half the price of others. We couldn't believe breakfast was included.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Daniel
United KingdomThe room was basic, but it’s what we booked. That’s just me being picky
Superb location, great value for money. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Clive
United Kingdomall ok really
booking in went well. room all ok except no vacuuming had been done in one corner of the room (opposite the wardrobe who's handle was not attached on one of the doors)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Vikki
United KingdomNothing
Dog friendly budget room and very nice with doggy gifts as a free extra.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Julie
United Kingdomnot much
good location, Luvely breakfast and able to bring large dog
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Whitbread
United KingdomNothing at all. It is such a shame that they did not offer an evening meal. We were informed that the hotel was also being upgraded bit by bit.
Breakfast was fantastic. Cooked breakfast was perfect. Continental breakfast was also available which consisted of croissants, cereal, fruit, yoghurts and fruit juices and water. The bar was very comfortable, well stocked and friendly
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Mary
United KingdomComfortable bed. Friendly staff at reception. Great location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Charmaine
United KingdomDirty carpet and old toilet
Peace and quietness
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Elaine
United KingdomThere was no restaurant.
The location was very good with an excellent sea view.
Stayed in May 2024
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