The Commodore Hotel Marine Parade Instow, Instow, EX39 4JN, United Kingdom
#3 of 7 hotels in Instow
Guests' ChoiceBased on 173 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 July 2022
Ian
United KingdomNothing it is the best 3 star hotel I have stayed in
Food and location very good. Attention to detail was second to none.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 27 July 2022
Ross
United KingdomBreakfast very good, Location excellent, Staff very attentive.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 23 July 2022
Eileen
United Kingdomnothing
the Hotel is very welcoming the staff carnt do enough for you . We had a Seaview room which was beautiful furnished We had breakfast and evening meal at the Hotel which was amazing we will definitely book again .
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 17 July 2022
Garry
United KingdomNothing perfect
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 12 July 2022
Phil
United KingdomWater from wash hand basin came back up in shower. Clicking noises all night long no idea of the cause. Other rooms very noisy. sound proof plasterboards should have been used in renovation. Rusty handrails.
No breakfast location spot on
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 29 June 2022
Christopher
United KingdomNothing
Good selection of breakfast items and service ,very attentive staff, Quality of all food items at breakfast and evening very good Well presented . Hotel very clean with a high standard of hygiene though the entire Site.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 25 June 2022
Geoffrey
United KingdomNothing really
Super location with sweeping lawns overlooking the estuary. Lovely views from the lounge and dining area. Very spacious feel throughout. Excellent lounge area. Oodles of parking (marvellous and rare these days). Very good food with excellent (if a little formal) service. Lots of outdoor tables. Lots of very nice watercolours on all walls, of the sea and boats etc. The bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept in.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 24 June 2022
Brian
United KingdomExcellent breakfast and service
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 19 June 2022
Adrian
United KingdomCould not fault.
Hotel very clean and in excellent condition. Facilities superbly provided. Food brilliant. Staff were polite and very helpful. Wonderful stay, and the views were fantastic.☺️
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 13 June 2022
Jon
United KingdomBeing picky our room was a little small although comfortable - next time we will choose a larger one with sea views.
Super hotel with attractive views overlooking estuary. Breakfast and dinner were excellent and the staff were particularly warm and friendly. Ideal for a short break. Instow is convenient for Bideford, Westward Ho and Saunton Sands - all worth a visit. Nice little ferry trip to Appledore at high tide was worth doing and there are some nice local pubs within a short walk.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 30 May 2022
Pb
United KingdomCouldn't find fault.
The friendliness and helpfulness of the manager and staff. We had bikes with us which the manager personally stored for us and readied for our use each morning of our stay. I would say the staff went above and beyond to make our stay as pleasant as possible.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 29 May 2022
Howard
United Kingdomwould have liked a bigger room, but that was reflected in the price.
Would have liked a larger room, but will request that next time we book. Will certainly be going back there.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 22 May 2022
Sarah
United KingdomThe shower bath - only a personal thing much prefer a shower
Staff were very friendly and accommodating
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 20 May 2022
Sowerby
United KingdomNothing
The views from the restaurant were like being in the Caraben the staff couldn't have been more helpful, can't wait to go back soon. Food was Five star ⭐
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 11 May 2022
Stalker
United KingdomNo points to raise
The meals were very good and the dining room has excellent views. Cleanliness throughout was exceptional and the staff friendly and efficient. Would very happily stay there again.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 10 May 2022
Leigh
United KingdomThe breakfast was disappointing! The full English was greasy and the muffin hollandaise had too much sauce, wet spinach and wasn't seasoned. Such a shame as the dining room and view from it is fab.
A superb hotel in a great location, it looks like its straight from the French riviera! The staff were very welcoming along with a complimentary cup of tea on arrival. The rooms are as you would expect from a hotel but very clean and comfortable. We had a room at the back so no view but the rooms at the front would be worth having if you were staying for longer than a couple of nights.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 24 April 2022
Andy
United KingdomWe liked everything.
Exceptionally clean, friendly, and quality. Beautiful views and location, already booked another stay.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 19 April 2022
Christopher
United KingdomLiked every thing.
Good choice of breakfast items attentive staff ,superb evening menu Food cooked and presented in an attractive manner,fast service Family run hotel nothing to disappoint the guest at this hotel.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 17 April 2022
Tim
United KingdomWish they had a fan in the room.
Great hotel, room was nice with great views.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Daniel
United KingdomI had no hot water and the shower was very dated. Bathroom in general is very dated.
The bed was comfy.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 11 December 2024
Tracey
United KingdomLocation
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 29 July 2024
Simon
United KingdomBland interiors, little activity, the bar isn't inviting, restaurant could be great but has a lovely outlook, but is functional.
The location of The Commodore has always been excellent but the hotel has lost its mojo.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Jeanette
United KingdomOur room service was not as we expected i.e. on our second morning our tea/coffee/milk was not replenished - no clean towels for the day - bed was not made - little things that mean a lot.
Breakfast good - location good
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Christopher
United KingdomBed rather small. Breakfast hot order limited. Ordered avocado and thought it would be fresh but it was a supermarket guacamole on half a muffin!
Staff were friendly , polite and helpful.
Stayed in February 2024
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