7.8

471 reviews

The Grand Harbour hotel

The Grand Harbour hotel

17 St James Place Ilfracombe, North Devon, Ilfracombe, EX34 9BJ, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bar

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

The Grand Harbour hotel

The Grand Harbour hotel is a cheerful stop in Ilfracombe, United Kingdom, tucked just 0.2mi from the city center.

Inside, practical comforts await: parking (extra charges), an on-site restaurant, free wifi, a streaming service (like Netflix), a bar, non-smoking rooms, and an elevator that provides access to upper floors, plus free toiletries to freshen up after a day of exploring.

Address: 17 St James Place Ilfracombe, North Devon, United Kingdom. Location: Ilfracombe, United Kingdom. Reviews: 471.

Dining is a highlight, with the on-site Royal Britannia offering European fare in a family-friendly setting. After a tasty meal, unwind at the on-site bar, and enjoy a streaming service and free wifi to plan the next day’s adventures.

Practical details include cash, Mastercard, and Visa as accepted payment methods, along with parking available for an extra charge. An elevator provides access to upper floors, making it easy to reach all levels of the property.

Room options cover a range of preferences, from Luxury Double Room to King Room, Double Room, Superior Double Room, Triple Room, and Room - 2 Twin. Notable sizes include 226 square feet for the King Room and King Room Single Use, 226 square feet for the Triple Room, and 269 square feet for the Superior Double Room, with 215 square feet for the Room - 2 Twin. All rooms are non-smoking and accommodate different party sizes.

Closest airports

Cardiff Airport

35.8mi

Exeter Airport

44.9mi

Bristol Airport

61.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bar

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

King Room in The Grand Harbour hotel

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King Room, Single Use

1 King Size Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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Triple Room in The Grand Harbour hotel

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Triple Room

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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Twin Room in The Grand Harbour hotel

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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Superior King Room in The Grand Harbour hotel

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Superior Double Room

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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King Room in The Grand Harbour hotel

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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Standard Double Room in The Grand Harbour hotel

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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Luxury Double Room

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Guest reviews

7.8

471 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Kevin

8.2

April 2025

The check in procedure is very good , accommodated me very well as the hotel has a lift as i no longer do stairs , Room is very modern and spacious with a modern walk in shower in the bathroom

Bit dusty on the laminated flooring , could do with a damp mop on a daily basis , Toilet paper holder is located far too close to the shower so unless you move it from the holder it gets soaking wet , Cheap Toilet system which is far too low with a £5 plastic toilet seat which is not good for the larger person for comfort !!!! it spoils the bathroom as you can see a great newly fitted bathroom and the Toilet seat lets it down badly , Windows badly need an outside clean and the battery's in the TV remote need to be changed on a regular basis as when I decided to watch tv it wouldn't work due to low batteries

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James

8.2

June 2025

A great budget hotel within easy reach and short walk from Ilfracombe harbour and beach. The triple room was well equipped for basic needs, together with a gernerous amount of tea, coffee, milk etc. The shower was good and there were 2 TV's - one in the main bedroom/living space and also one for the single bed.

The room was very hot! -Even with the windows open and air conditioning unit (supplied) it took a few hours to cool the room down and outside temperature was only 17 degrees. There was a hair on the childrens single bed and the bedding had a few minor stains. Other than that the room was quite clean and met expectations for the price paid.

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Frances

8.2

April 2025

Breakfast was in a different hotel, but good. my room was a good size and very clean with a good shower. quiet area and comfortable. also only a couple of minutes away from overnight parking. close to harbour and on the flat which meant easiey walking, as I'm not good at hills these days. the route contained a very good ice cream parlour and choice of good restaurants. I was pleased there was a lift to get me to my 2nd floor room.

There was trouble with checking in. The hotel had been taken over (i WAS TOLD ILLEGALLY) BY AN INDIAN COMPANY oyo, so my prebooking was not accepted by Booking.com. Howwever I don't think they have taken my money by credit card. so I had to pay (again) on arrival. Not a good start to my break.

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Maltby

8.2

May 2025

A very well located hotel, close to the harbour. Also appreciated the help I had from the receptionist when I checked in. Found the hotel convenient and the room was fine. Would stay here again if coming to Ilfracombe. Eating choices, good ones, included the Dolphin restaurant, the George and Dragon pub, the Hop nearby and the Indian restaurant in the High Street. Enjoyed visits to Croyde and Woolacombe. Great walk on the Tarka Trail from Instow to Bideford. Only prob being cancellation of trip to Lundy, winds an issue.

Happy with my whole stay

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Sharon

10

May 2025

The room was lovely breakfast wS amazing and Daz who greeted us in the morning for breakfast was exceptional cheery, accommodating we got down to breakfast a few minutes early. The full english breakfast was cooked to perfection. When my mum and aunt said no beans, Daz offered an extra hash brown. Kept checking was everything OK.the lady on checking in was really helpful and friendly. Apologies I didn't get her name

The only small downside was parking and t A musty smell on entering the hotel. Everything was there that we could ask for

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Daniel

8.2

March 2025

Great location. Right in the centre of town and 30 second walk to the beach. The lady on the check in was helpful. Room was fairly basic, however, for just over £100 for a 2 night stay it was very good value for money. It did have a bath as well as a shower which was a surprise for the price! Internet was quick, even up on the 3rd floor. The smart TV had Netflix, Prime etc so plenty to watch. Overall, great value for money and in the perfect location for a short break by the beach!

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Tillyer

10

April 2025

It was so clean and comfortable and central - really couldn't ask more for the price. Fantastic shower as well. Would definitely recommend!

Honestly - the breakfast that's offered by the Royal Britannia when you check in isn't worth it. The coffee machine wasn't working (argh!) and it was all a bit depressed. Better off going elsewhere - lots of lovely little places to choose from on the High Street and nearby.

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Marianne

8.2

May 2025

Great location. Key card access. Easy to find. Kettle, tea, sugar and milk!! With a travel kettle. Shampoo & soap dispenser in shower. Hand soap dispenser at sink. Towels on arrival. Tidy and neat. In the town streets.

Could hear everyone walk around which vibrated the floors. The doors slammed shut which was really loud at 12.30am. No free parking.

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Alec

9.1

December 2024

Size of room. Lovely large comfortable bed. Good central position in town. Our heating was not working when we arrived so I phoned reception. A very pleasant young man arrived in a very few minutes, apologised and got it working in minutes - on Boxing Day.

Flooring crackled a bit underfoot. Hardly worth mentioning, really.

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Molly

8.2

March 2025

Friendly staff. Nice room Great information booklet provided about local area. Local area was lovely.

Booking.com said parking. But it means paid public parking nearby. I did choose the place due to parking, so a bit misleading. Views shown in picture is not from grand harbour hotel it is from its sister hotel royal Britannia.

Points of Interest Around The Grand Harbour hotel

Attractions

Butlin's Minehead

28.2mi

Restaurants

Royal Britannia

Cuisines

  • European

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of The Grand Harbour hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bar

Non-smoking rooms

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Grand Harbour hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property