Burgh Island Hotel (Bigbury on Sea, GB) from 804 £/night

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Burgh Island Hotel - Bigbury on Sea

Burgh Island, Burgh Island Hotel, Bigbury on Sea, United Kingdom, TQ7 4BG·View on map

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Overall Score

Perfect

9.0Perfect

Location9.8

Free WiFi9.5

Cleanliness9.4

Staff9.4

Comfort9.3

Who stays here

Couples69%

Families14%

Groups14%

Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score

Perfect

9.0Perfect

Location9.8

Free WiFi9.5

Cleanliness9.4

Staff9.4

Comfort9.3

Who stays here

Couples69%

Families14%

Groups14%

Solo3%

4-star Art Deco tidal island hotel with exclusive sea tractor access

Arrival & Island Experience

Burgh Island Hotel sits on its own tidal island, reachable only by the world's only sea tractor that ferries guests across the sands. The hotel offers a private car park on the mainland and a dedicated concierge service to coordinate the crossing. Once on the island, the beachfront location provides direct access to the golden sands of Bigbury-on-Sea Beach.

Accommodations & Rooms

The hotel has 25 uniquely decorated rooms, each named after past guests such as Agatha Christie and Noel Coward. Rooms feature private bathrooms with bathrobes, balconies, and sea views. Complimentary Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping are included in all accommodations.

Dining & Culinary

Guests can dine in two on-site restaurants: the formal Nettlefold Dining Room and the 13th-century Pilchard Inn pub. The hotel serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, plus an award-winning afternoon tea. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, and full English/Irish selections, and the bar offers wine and champagne.

Activities & Entertainment

The hotel hosts live music performances and themed events weekly in the Grand Ballroom, including black-tie dinners with a jazz trio. Outdoor amenities include a tennis court, croquet lawn, and a games room with billiards. Walking tours of the island and the nearby Dartmoor National Park are available to guests.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel's spa facilities include a sauna, a saltwater Mermaid Pool, and an open-air bath for natural seawater swimming. Beauty services such as facials, massages, manicures, and pedicures are offered in the treatment rooms. Spa and wellness packages are available, and the hotel provides sun loungers and beach chairs for relaxation.

Arrival: Via the world's only sea tractor across tidal causeway
Rooms: 25 themed suites named after famous guests like Agatha Christie
Dining: Two restaurants including the 13th-century Pilchard Inn
Wellness: Mermaid Pool, sauna, spa treatments and packages
Activities: Live jazz in the Grand Ballroom, tennis, billiards, croquet

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 25.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:24

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Rooms and availability

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Studio

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view
Coffee machine
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Back massage

Leisure/ TV room

Lift

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Tennis court
Golf course
Billiard tables

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Pedicure
Manicure
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Open-air bath

Room view

Sea view

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Burgh Island Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	804 £
📏 Distance to centre	500 m
✈️ Distance to airport	72.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Exeter International, EXT

Location

Burgh Island, Burgh Island Hotel, Bigbury on Sea, United Kingdom, TQ7 4BG

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Burgh Island, Burgh Island Hotel, Bigbury on Sea, United Kingdom, TQ7 4BG

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Burgh Island, Burgh Island Hotel, Bigbury on Sea, United Kingdom, TQ7 4BG

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Wyscombe Beach

2.2 km

Golf Course

Thurlestone Golf Club

3.0 km

Beach

Bantham Beach

3.5 km

Landmark

Ayrmer Cove

2.6 km

Landmark

The Bantham to Thurlestone Circular Walk

3.0 km

Beach

Thurlestone Beach House

3.3 km

Landmark

National Trust

3.8 km

Landmark

Wonwell

4.4 km

Landmark

Bolt Tail Promontory Fort

4.8 km

Landmark

Bolberry Down

6.7 km

Island

Burgh Island

380 m

Bigbury-on-Sea

Bigbury Beach

200 m

Restaurant

Burgh Island Hotel

40 m

Restaurant

Venus

480 m

Reviews of Burgh Island Hotel

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FAQ about Burgh Island Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 4-star Burgh Island Hotel?

Staying at a distance of 3.9 km from the 4-star Burgh Island Hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, National Trust, whereas Thurleston Reef is 3.4 km away.

Is there free parking in the Burgh Island Hotel?

Yes, at the Burgh Island Hotel parking is provided nearby for free.

Does Burgh Island Hotel hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Burgh Island Hotel hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 4-star Burgh Island Hotel hotel?

Guests of the 4-star Burgh Island Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does a room at the hotel cost?

The prices at the hotel start from $1048.

What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?

At the hotel, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.

What room types does the Burgh Island Hotel hotel comprise?

The Burgh Island Hotel hotel provides such room types as Cosy Double Room, Grand King Suite, and Luxury Double Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at Burgh Island Hotel?

Some suites at Burgh Island Hotel boast a carpeted floor, a cupboard as well as private bathrooms which include hairdryers and guest toiletries.

Does the Burgh Island Hotel hotel feature any spa facilities?

At a wellness area featured at the Burgh Island Hotel hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty therapy, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a treatment room and sauna facilities are offered on-site.