We had an absolutely excellent stay at The Fortescue Inn! From start to finish, everything was spot on. The location couldn’t be better — right in the heart of Salcombe, making it the perfect place to enjoy a drink and wind down after a day exploring. It’s very much a lively pub, which they make very clear from the beginning, so naturally there’s some noise — but that’s exactly what you’d expect from the most popular spot in town! Also I keep reading here complaints about the breakfast no included, for us it was included full english or whatever you like from the menu. The breakfast was also delicious. The staff were truly amazing — so friendly, helpful, and always making sure we had everything we needed. The amenities were great, and the atmosphere was unbeatable. Whether you’re looking for a place to stay or just a classic Salcombe pub experience to end your night, this is definitely the spot. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!

Price might be high but it is expected from the area.

Breakfast was excellent, as was the location. The staff were very attentive and friendly, and made up an extra bed in the room on request.

We were a bit disconcerted to find that there are no staff on site during the night, and not much in the way of instruction in the event of fire. This is relevant, as the fire alarm went off (false alarm) at 2.30am. If departing staff hadn't heard it and come back, we would have had no idea how to turn it off or who to call.

Lovely warm friendly atmosphere. I ended up making quite a few good friends with the staff members especially Matty and Jemima who decided to take me for a little nighttime tour due to being on my own because my son was asleep!! Bearing in mind he was 22 and totally exhausted by the Sea air! Great night good laugh good people. Breakfast was perfect.

Really tried hard to stop the miserable emoji on this comment but for some reason it kept putting a sad one and it definitely deserved a really big happy one because that's how we both feel when we stayed!! I actually can't think of anything I didn't like about the place, I was a bit dubious about our room being next door to the kitchen, however once the door was shut, we could not hear a thing it was total silence and that peaceful we fell asleep straight away! The bottles of water in the room I was truly grateful for as we were so hot and the amazing selections of teasing coffees were as outstanding all very good quality which is very hard to find in a hotel nowadays.l. lovely bathroom just walking into the shower was such a great feeling instead of having to climb over things!

Ideal location and very genuine service with great menu. The staff were all very friendly, a proper pub with a varied menu including decent food that the chefs have taken effort and care to cook. Refreshing in the era of ‘wall to wall burgers’. I was disappointed that the lemon posset wasn’t available on the evening we stayed as it’s my favourite desert. One of the team, Jemima, went to trouble of arranging for the chefs to make some more in time for me to have one for breakfast the next day… not something I asked for, just something she thought I’d like… you can’t get better service than that! It was a damn fine lemon posset too, as was the rest of the breakfast. This is one of those pubs that exceeds your expectations and where you still find a bit of genuine character and friendly charm. 🙂

Nothing not to like…

Enjoyed my one-night stay at this lovely pub. The décor is smart and modern, the room had a fabulous bathroom with a standalone bath. Good selection of teas in the room. The staff were friendly and welcoming. As other reviewers have said, it is noisy in the evenings but earplugs are provided. I didn’t use them and still slept fine. Breakfast was delicious – fresh and good choices.

It’s on the pricey side, but this is Salcombe.

The staff was extremely friendly and professional. The bed was super comfortable and well equipped, great choice of pillows!

The heating wasn’t working properly so it got a bit chilly. The towel had a smell like food, so that wasn’t pleasant. For the price I think they should include breakfast

We had a relaxing 1 night stay at the Fortescue Inn. Despite being a popular pub, we slept peacefully throughout the night. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our breakfast was delicious with generous portions. Our room was clean. Great location near the waterfront.

The wifi was a bit weak in our room but manageable.

Staff were great, room was beautiful, location right in the thick of it, at the harbour side in Salcombe was unbeatable. A quick walk to Salcombe’s bus station. A superb place to stay.

The was of the window box of flowers and across the narrow street to the building the other side. We weren’t bothered by this.

Breakfast was great with quick service and nothing was too much trouble! Bath was incredible, pressure was great on the shower, bed was comfy but may be too soft for some, fridge in the room to chill down water/beer/wine. Asked if we wanted to book table for dinner before our stay as they knew they were going to be busy.

Some of the fixtures in the room were beginning to show their age, but this is to be expected in a comfy inn and didn't at all detract from our experience! TV needs updating to smarter bracket and TV.

Right in the middle of town is a huge plus. The rooms are updated and modern and very very comfortable. The staff were amazing and the included breakfast was delicious.

It was a tad warm I guess air conditioning isn’t a huge thing in the UK but there was a fan. That’s quite literally about all I can say about “didn’t like”