we went for a 2 day break and were greeted with the reception closed and taped off.The reception was in the hall .Our bedroom wasvery tired and stuck in the 70s.The downstairs was very smelly and just unclean.Heating was on a timer .The hotel website fotos must have been a different hotel.It was worth losing our deposit and leaving.Very disappointingand... more

We had the great pleasure of staying at Sandy Cove the week of 16th October. This was our first visit but certainly won’t be our last. The location is stunning and we were most impressed by the high standard of everything. Our room was most comfortable with a view to die for. The food was absolutely magnificent and of exceptional... more

A great value break. A unique hotel in a perfect setting.The staff were a credit to the Hotel - nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast and dinner were excellent. All in all a lovely experience and one which we are sure to repeat. more

We only read the reviews after booking and so were slightly worried as they seemed quite mixed, but there was no need. We had a wonderful relaxing stay - the Hotel has a great ambience about it. The views are stunning. Our room was good; the food was excellent with a good choice and imaginative menus and the staff were... more

We have a wonderful stay at the Sandy Cove if you want a peaceful holiday this is the place. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. There are some areas of the hotel that could do with redecorating and updating but that only adds to the charm of the place. The pool and leisure areas are old but are kept... more

We stayed for 4 nights. Wonderful seaview room - very clean and comfortable king size bed. This room l think had been recently redecorated so was good. Parts of the hotel are beginning to look shabby and dated, needs bringing out of the 1970's decor. The meals were very good indeed with plenty of choice. Staff very friendly and helpful.... more

Eading the review from the disgruntled visitor I cannot believe that I was staying in the same hotel. The staff I dealt with were call very polite and attentive and extremely courteous. I would also point out thta there is easy access to the swimming pool via a smooth pathway and you only need to ask reception for swimming towels.... more

We stayed at Sandy Cove Hotel for a short break. What a great find. The location is amazing and the hotel is well placed for exploring Exmoor. Our room was comfortable and clean. The food was lovely - in fact better than we would have expected and we felt the staff and management could not do enough to please us;... more

We had to book this hotel for one night as we needed a rest before driving home the next day. The internet shows such a lovely hotel with spa and pool etc which incedentally is not in the hotel its in a shed at the bottom of a hill in the grounds..so if your in anyway disabled or infirm it... more