Experience the warmth of Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel, where you can indulge in a full breakfast and unwind with a book from the library. Relax at the bar or get moving at the 24-hour gym. With free WiFi, bike rentals, and helpful staff, your stay is sure to be memorable.
The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - 6 min walk
The Wellington Arms Ilfracombe - 5 min walk
Dolly's Cafe - 5 min walk
Subway - 5 min walk
The Ilfracombe Fryer - 5 min walk
About this property
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel
When you stay at Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Ilfracombe Harbour and North Devon Coast. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Exmoor National Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space (1615 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 8 per pet, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Carlton Ilfracombe
Ilfracombe Carlton
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel Hotel
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel Devon
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel Hotel
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel Ilfracombe
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel Hotel Ilfracombe
Frequently asked questions
Does Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 8 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel like?
Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel is located near Wildersmouth Beach, just a short 10-minute walk from Ilfracombe Harbour and 14 minutes' walk from North Devon Coast.
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Ilfracombe Carlton Hotel - Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
Breakfast
Food
Location
Parking
Restaurant
Bed
Wedding
Walking
What guests liked
Breakfast options were varied and delicious with many hot and cold choices available. (35 reviews)
Breakfast and evening meals were excellent with great choice and chef catering to specific requirements. (5 reviews)
The property offers convenient and free parking directly outside the building, making it a great bonus for guests. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Fab hotel
Great hotel, close to the sea and everything Ilfracombe had to offer
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Lovely hotel , friendly staff
Comfy bed
Great selection for breakfast
Will return
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Hotel was excellent.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
Friendly hotel with good breakfast
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Lovely and clean and spacious very comfortable and the staff were brilliant we would definitely recommend
Darren
Darren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Weekend in July 2025
Very nice weekend in July 25. Hotel owner was very friendly as were his staff. Room was modern and clean, the whole hotel was spotless. The breakfasts were good. We would stay there again
James
James, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
First class hotel ,first class staff all around.
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Thoroughly recommend the Carlton Hotel, hotel, staff, food fab!
Bev
Bev, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Stayed at hotel near to Wedding venue which only a 3 minute walk.
Pat
Pat, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Cleanliness is exceptional with the whole hotel freshly painted, neat and crisp. Some small problems too minor to even mention.
david
david, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
WEEKEND BREAK
Lovely friendly, helpful staff. Very clean and well decorated rooms throughout. Really nice food at breakfast and dinner.
EDWARD
EDWARD, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2024
Great location
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
Very comfortable room and good quality breakfast would stay again
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2024
Location was perfect for the town/harbour
Barry
Barry, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2024
Very good hotel
Hotel spot on in every way from staff to meals. Excellent location.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Michael and Kelsea were fantastic, lovely staff and location. I would recommend and would stay again.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
We stayed for 4 nights between Christmas and Nee Year. All of the staff were lovely and so accommodating. We had a dog with us, who was welcome in all areas of the hotel. We food is delicious lots of choices for breakfast and main meals. Cannot wait to book to stay again.
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Short break
Enjoyable 2 night stay helpful friendly staff. Our room was very clean & generous in size & had everything we needed.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2023
A lovely hotel with professional staff
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2024
Easy to access by car and walking distance to the beach and areas of interest
Aquinuce
Aquinuce, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Weekend stay in Ilfracombe
Great for wedding accommodation by The Tunnels Beaches. Staff are friendly
Jon
Jon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
It was a lovely friendly hotel in every way. Convenient for everything in Ilfracombe
Lynne
Lynne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Don’t let the colour of outside put you off inside is like a 5 star hotel from the moment you walk through the door every thing has been redecorated to the highest standard and quality we have stayed in a lot of hotels and this is one of the best ever . The owner and all staff were so helpful and obliging and I would definitely stay there again and recommend this hotel to anyone
Terence
Terence, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
The staff were lovely and so helpful.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2023
Great Location
An excellent hotel within easy walk of the town and harbour. Great breakfast!