26 Woolbrook Road, Sidmouth, EX10 9UZ, United Kingdom
#9 of 11 B&Bs and inns in Sidmouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 572 hotel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
8.0
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Free Wifi
7.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: June 17, 2024
Patricia
United KingdomIt was a bit chaotic as the hosts were getting married and the pub was been decorated for the event. Lots of work to the building going on, but everyone was very helpful. Stairs were quite steep going up to the rooms, which one of our party found hard. Had to wait over half an hour for someone to cook our breakfast.
Perfectly amenable for one night. Restaurant was good, serving ususal pub grub. Has a big garden which would have been great if the weather had been better. Rooms were comfortable and well decorated. Breakfast was lovely and staff helpful
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 14, 2024
Rowlie
United KingdomWe used Balfour Arms as overnight en route stay. The staff were friendly & welcoming. Some of our family turned up much earlier than expected; they were made equally welcome and thoroughly enjoyed the freshly cooked breakfast. We regard this as a “ great find” . It is clean & comfortable & good value for money. We will certainly be in visiting again . Thank you Simon for your hospitality.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 14, 2024
P
United KingdomGood location for easy access to Sidmouth, staff very friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable and pleasant, breakfast was substantial. I will happily return.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Peter
United States of AmericaOur rooms were good but the place needed some work
Chef made what we ordered
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 25, 2024
Paul
United KingdomLoud disco music from below in the bar , milk in fridge was a week out of date
Comfortable bedroom and good breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 23, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomThe breakfast area is in need of organisation. It just felt like they weren’t prepared or interested in being friendly or communicating during breakfast service
Spacious room. Free parking
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: May 23, 2024
Joseph
United Kingdombit disorganized to start with but accomodating
staff were friendly and accomodating
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 11, 2024
Nicholas
United KingdomGood sized room.Bathroom had a large walk in shower which was great
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 10, 2024
Simon
United KingdomStaff were extremely friendly and accommodating
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Eric
United KingdomNot a lot although!
Convention location with parking on an easy bus route into town. Our room as very comfortable and bright with a lovely big bed. Very good value for money.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 7, 2024
Charles
United KingdomBreakfast was great. Lovely big bed. Great shower. Opposite bus stop, lots of buses to Exeter and Exmouth. Lovely walk to town along the river, but plenty of buses down if needed.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Irene
United KingdomShower mat should have been supplied. Otherwise when wet the base was extremely slippery.-
Adequate. A choice of white or brown bread would have been nice.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Malcolm
United KingdomNothing springs to mind
Excellent.cereal & juice followed by very good full English & toast.plus tea & coffee
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Babs
United KingdomMissed breakfast as it was serve after 9.30
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Sandy
South AfricaOur room was above the pool tables - so we only started sleeping at 11ish. Breakfast took a long time (when we were in a rush) - but it was delicious!!
Clean and comfortable and nice parking.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomLocation . Kate & Landlord very accommodating & welcoming . Parking on site
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Bishop
United KingdomWe wish booked night when had karaoke or music as think be right laugh.
Very Friendly staff and great value for money.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Andrew
United KingdomLocation, parking, outdoor space. Food
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Susan
United KingdomNo negatives.
The room was very spacious, clean and well laid out with all the facilities you need. The staff were very friendly and helpful. A selection of options for breakfast, which was very nice. There is a bus stop opposite where you can get to Exeter and surrounding places, if you want to leave the car behind .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Neil
United KingdomI would say may be could do with a make over soon
Nice staff very friendly lots of entertainment and good location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 5, 2024
James
United KingdomGood food,good parking, nice large bedroom, excellent draught beer friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Margaret
United KingdomFriendly staff good food
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 25, 2024
Brian
United KingdomWe have enjoyed our 3 night stay found it really relaxing some noise from bar area but not a problem for us thanks to all the staff at Balfour arms
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 25, 2024
Patricia
United KingdomI felt like the stairs leading to the rooms were dirty and smelt.
Very close to where my dad lives. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
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