Cedars Inn, Barnstaple, Review: A Relaxing Stay with Friendly Hospitality

Warm Welcome & Helpful Staff

From the moment we arrived at Cedars Inn, we felt at home. The receptionist was extremely helpful and friendly, welcoming us with humor and a smile—a perfect start to our stay!

Comfortable & Clean Rooms

The rooms were a decent size, offering a clean and cozy environment. While the bed was a little soft for our liking, the bedding was fresh, and the pillows were of good standard, making for a comfortable night’s sleep.

Room Details

The room was spacious enough for a weekend stay, complete with a TV and tea/coffee facilities. However, the lighting was awful, making it near impossible to do makeup properly—ladies, consider bringing a ring light or preparing for a guessing game!

Bathroom: Clean but Lacking Essentials

Although the bathroom was small, it was clean and well-maintained, featuring a shower over the bath that was of good spec. However, to my partner’s absolute disgust, there was no toilet brush—cue the horrified expression 😬.

Dining Experience: A Lovely Conservatory Restaurant

Cedars Inn has a proper restaurant housed in a beautiful conservatory-style area with lovely garden views. The setting made for a relaxing dining experience, and all the staff were friendly and hardworking, ensuring guests had a great meal.

Convenient Parking & EV Chargers

One thing we appreciated was the free parking—a rarity these days! There are two parking areas:

  • Left-hand side near the courtyard rooms
  • Right-hand side with car chargers for electric vehicle users

A Perfect Venue for Events & Leisure

We visited Cedars Inn for a wedding reception, and it did not disappoint. The reception venue itself was a decent size and even had its own small bar—though it lacked high-end spirits such as Hendrick’s gin. Luckily, this was not a problem because a quick trip to the main bar sorted us out nicely!

Lovely Bar Atmosphere

Despite being busy, the bar was well-run, and there was never a long wait for drinks—something that’s always appreciated during a lively evening!

Noise Levels: Expect Some Pub Sounds

Given that the hotel is part of a pub, you can hear some noise in the evenings—but thankfully, it stopped by 11 PM, meaning a peaceful sleep was still possible. I assume this is mainly over the weekend and a weekday visit may be slightly different.

Final Thoughts

With its warm hospitality, convenient amenities, and relaxing atmosphereCedars Inn is a great choice for a short break or special occasion. It is in a great location with lovely beaches and countryside walks a short drive away. While the rooms could use better lighting and the bathroom lacked a toilet brush, the friendly service, great food, and well-managed bar make it worth the stay.

Have you visited Cedars Inn? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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