Shelleys Hotel 
8 Watersmeet Road , Lynmouth, United Kingdom
| Phone: | 01598 753219 |
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Jul, 17 2009
- Briiliant Find Best in Lynmouth
- Reviewed by Julie M from United Kingdom
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Overall10.00 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities10 starsExcellent
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing10 starsExcellent
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The hotel has been refurbished to a very high standard, with comfortable beds, lashings of hot water in the shower, and expensive soft furnishings, but the atmosphere is relaxed and informal. There is an extremely comfortable lounge and a cosy bar area, and if all you feel like doing is relaxing with a book and a glass of wine, it\\\'s there for you. The owner managers are charming and endlessly helpful to their guests, and all in all it would be difficult to find any fault with Shelleys.
Overlooking the bay and harbour in Lynmouth, at the foot of the Glen Lyn Gorge, this hotel is ideally situated to take advantage of everything the area has to offer. Across the road is the start of a walk in the Watersmeet Valley, following the river as it tumbles through mossy glades and sun dappled woods. The area is riddled with stunning coastal walks and scenic footpaths, and there are breathtaking views at every turn in the road.
- Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Nov, 06 2008
- Best in Lynton & Lynmouth
- Reviewed by Diane London from United Kingdom
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Overall9.00 starsGreat
- Cleanliness9 starsGreat
- Facilities8 starsVery Good
- Service9 starsGreat
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing9 starsGreat
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Shelley’s is a wonderful small hotel, very comfortable and very smartly decorated with a touch of something special, a lovely looking hotel in the heart of Lynmouth overlooking the bay.
The hotel rooms are delightful, comfortable kingsize beds, sea views and some have delightful private conservatories.
Breakfast was a real treat in itself, a wide choice all freshly cooked to order, no having to pre-order the night before.
The Exmoor coastline is stunning, it stirs the imagination, the contour of the dramatic cliffs, deep wooded valleys with tumbling streams and empty moors all make for a wonderful for a relaxing break.
We would recommend booking Shelley's Exmoor Breaks offer which was very good value for money.
So if you want to treat yourself, like previous reviewers Shelley’s gets my vote, it has to be the best in Lynton & Lynmouth.
- Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Sep, 05 2008
- Devon & Cornwall Touring Holiday
- Reviewed by Karen Calve from United Kingdom
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Overall9.00 starsGreat
- Cleanliness9 starsGreat
- Facilities8 starsVery Good
- Service9 starsGreat
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing9 starsGreat
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We stayed at Shelley's in August for 3 nights as part of our 2 week touring holiday driving around the Devon & Cornwall, it was fabulous. Our hosts Jane & Richard made us feel very welcome, were knowledgeable about the area, and gave us good advice on where to dine.
Shelley's has to be one of the best locations in Lynmouth with it's superb sea views from the breakfast room and nearly all of the bedrooms, the view across Lynmouth Bay from our conservatory balcony room was really lovely.
Shelley's is decorated to a very high standard indeed, spotlessly clean, well presented and very tastefully furnished throughout.
The freshly cooked to order breakfasts are just wonderful with a great choice of quality produce from a really excellent full breakfast to scrambled egg with smoked salmon, kedgeree, kippers, and waffles served with maple syrup.
For a relaxing, peaceful, perfect holiday break, then Lynmouth is the place to go to get away from it all and enjoy the absolutely magnificent coast and countryside of Exmoor National Park.
Overall we all wish we could have stayed longer and we will definitely come back again for a longer stay.
After a fortnight on the road around the South West this was by far the best hotel, altogether a wonderful stay! - Type of traveler: Luxury seeker - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Sep, 03 2008
- Devon & Cornwall touring holiday
- Reviewed by Karen Calve from United Kingdom
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Overall10.00 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities10 starsExcellent
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing10 starsExcellent
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We stayed at Shelley’s in August for 3 nights as part of our 2 week touring holiday driving around the Devon & Cornwall, it was fabulous. Our hosts Jane & Richard made us feel very welcome, were knowledgeable about the area, and gave us good advice on where to dine.
Shelley’s has to be one of the best locations in Lynmouth with it’s superb sea views from the breakfast room and nearly all of the bedrooms, the view across Lynmouth Bay from our conservatory balcony room was really lovely.
Shelley’s is decorated to a very high standard indeed, spotlessly clean, well presented and very tastefully furnished throughout.
The freshly cooked to order breakfasts are just wonderful with a great choice of quality produce from a really excellent full breakfast to scrambled egg with smoked salmon, kedgeree, kippers, and waffles served with maple syrup.
For a relaxing, peaceful, perfect holiday break, then Lynmouth is the place to go to get away from it all and enjoy the absolutely magnificent coast and countryside of Exmoor National Park.
Overall we all wish we could have stayed longer and we will definitely come back again for a longer stay. After a fortnight on the road around the South West this was by far the best hotel, altogether a wonderful stay! - Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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May, 07 2008
- Great Weekend in Lynmouth
- Reviewed by Linda Hawk from United Kingdom
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Overall9.60 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities9 starsGreat
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location9 starsGreat
- Pricing10 starsExcellent
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Altogether a wonderful stay.
Excellent warm welcome, assistance with bags and helpful advice.
Fantastic location with sea & valley views.
Well appointed lounge and dining room, both with lovely views.
Superb breakfast with a large choice of food for personal menu selection each day, so you are able to choose as much or as little as you like.
Many lovely touches, the bedroom well presented and furnished. Recommend unreservedly. - Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Oct, 31 2007
- Exmoor Getaway
- Reviewed by Sally Fox from United Kingdom
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Overall9.20 starsGreat
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities8 starsVery Good
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location9 starsGreat
- Pricing9 starsGreat
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We had three lovely days at Shelleys, a few years ago we stopped at Shelleys for a couple nights and always promised ourselves that we would return.
Shelley’s is lovely with really great standards in a very informal way but Jane & Richard are always on hand if you need any help.
Large, comfortable beds with good quality furnishings and a few really nice touches and attention to detail that gave a feeling of luxury and breakfast really is as good as previous reviews say, hearty with plenty of choice
The best rooms are the conservatory balcony rooms, it was a fabulous place to sit and take in the splendid views. The extra we paid was fully justified, the rate was very fair and their Exmoor Breaks offer is excellent value.
Location is as central as you could wish for and Lynmouth makes a great base from which to explore Exmoor National Park, whatsmore there are lots of places to eat in the evening to suit all pockets.
Shelley's is very highly-recommended and having spent too many long hours in airport lounges we will definitely be returning next year.
- Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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May, 17 2007
- Just the thing to recharge the batteries.
- Reviewed by Jill Thurston from United Kingdom
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Overall9.00 starsGreat
- Cleanliness9 starsGreat
- Facilities9 starsGreat
- Service9 starsGreat
- Location9 starsGreat
- Pricing9 starsGreat
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We had a good journey home but are missing Shelley's and Lynmouth already!
We had a wonderful mini-break - the hospitality is fantastic, the food superb and the room and location was just what we were hoping for.
I really loved the huge supply of magazines and books and all the little finishing touches that make one feel so welcome and looked after.
Just the thing to recharge the batteries.
Thanks again for a lovely few days - we look forward to coming again soon. - Type of traveler: Elderly Couple - Age Group: 60 +
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Apr, 06 2007
- Recommend it unreservedly.
- Reviewed by Elaine Genthe from United Kingdom
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Overall9.60 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities9 starsGreat
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing9 starsGreat
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We stayed 2 nights at Shelley's and absolutely loved it. Jane & Richard are great hosts, the place is spotlessly clean, and I had one of the best night's sleeps I have ever had in a hotel bed. The cooked breakfast on the Sunday morning was deliciousr. We will definitely stay again. We recommend it unreservedly.
- Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Sep, 19 2006
- Great Week
- Reviewed by Beamo from United Kingdom
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Overall10.00 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities10 starsExcellent
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing10 starsExcellent
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Just back from a week exploring Devon, and Shelley's provided an excellent base. Richard and Jane provided a wonderfully warm reception, the hotel is in a beautiful location, the room was clean and well appointed, and breakfast was absolutely unmissable!
For travellers with mobility concerns, the hotel has wheelchair access right to the front door, and accommodation on the ground floor. Lynmouth itself is well suited to wheelchair and scooter users, all of the village is accessable via dropped kerbs and ramps. We sampled several of the restaurants and watering holes, and all of the proprietors were well tuned to our mobility needs.
All in all, highly recommended!
- Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Aug, 26 2006
- a fantastic few days
- Reviewed by Sue Taylor from United Kingdom
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Overall10.00 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities10 starsExcellent
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing10 starsExcellent
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What a fantastic few days we have had at Shelley's.
Jane & Richard are a lovely couple and make your stay both friendly and comfortable.
Excellent location in the centre of Lynmouth just up from the harbour and overlooking the bay. We were made to feel like friends, nothing was too much trouble. The rooms are of a high standard and the breakfast was absolutely delicious every morning!
Shelley's makes an ideal base from which to explore Exmoor and North Devon,
I have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to anyone wishing to stay in the area. - Type of traveler: Couple - Age Group: 36 - 60
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Jun, 05 2005
- Nice sanctuary
- Reviewed by Anonymous User from United Kingdom
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Overall10.00 starsExcellent
- Cleanliness10 starsExcellent
- Facilities10 starsExcellent
- Service10 starsExcellent
- Location10 starsExcellent
- Pricing10 starsExcellent
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The inn is situated at a beautiful place. The rooms were neat and relaxing, and the couple were very accommodating. Its such a lovely inn!.
- Type of traveler: Tourism - Age Group: 36 - 60
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