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title: "The Darnley Hotel, Ilfracombe: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Darnley Hotel in Ilfracombe: rated 7.7 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Hotel · ★★
# The Darnley Hotel

Slade, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom

7.7 ·  Good 7 reviews ·  #8 #8 of 9 in Ilfracombe ·  4.4/5 on Google, 80 reviews ·  7.3 Location score
## About The Darnley Hotel

The Darnley Hotel is a hotel in Slade, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 7 reviews. Facilities include restaurant, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 170 m from the centre of Ilfracombe. The nearest beach is 520 m away. The nearest airport, Cardiff International Airport (CWL), is 59 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 16:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:30

- **Rooms:** 6

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 9

3 Belmont Road [thedarnleyhotel.co.uk](http://www.thedarnleyhotel.co.uk/)

## How The Darnley Hotel scores

Compared with the average hotel in Ilfracombe.

-   Guest rating **7.7**
-   Location **7.3**
-   Beach access **8.5**

Ilfracombe average

## Rating on Google

4.4/5

80 Google reviews

-   5★64%
-   4★21%
-   3★6%
-   2★6%
-   1★3%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

RestaurantBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Restaurant
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.3**/10

- **Walk grade:** **54**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **21**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **3**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">520 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cardiff International Airport (CWL)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">59 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">132 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Ilfracombe</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">170 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Ilfracombe Museum700 m
-   Showboat Amusements790 m
-   Ilfracombe Zoo990 m
-   Lundy Office1.2 km
-   The Ilfracombe Aquarium1.3 km

## The Darnley Hotel: in detail

At The Darnley Hotel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. At the hotel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at The Darnley Hotel come furnished with linen service to cater to your needs and comfort. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain chosen rooms, a coffee or tea maker is conveniently available for your use. At The Darnley Hotel, select bathrooms are equipped with a hair dryer to enhance your comfort during your stay. At The Darnley Hotel, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site BBQ facilities available.

### Compare

## Compare The Darnley Hotel with nearby hotels

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## Questions about The Darnley Hotel

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Darnley Hotel?

Check-in starts at 16:00 and check-out is until 10:30.

### Does The Darnley Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at The Darnley Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Darnley Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Cardiff International Airport (CWL), is 59 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Darnley Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 520 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Darnley Hotel have?

The Darnley Hotel has 6 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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