Dolphin Hotel
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Summary of reviewsThe Dolphin Hotel in Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor National Park, is highly praised by guests for its excellent location, making it a convenient base to explore local landmarks such as the Wray Valley trail and Haytor. The traditional inn, enhanced with modern amenities, offers clean and spacious rooms, providing a pleasant stay for travelers.
The breakfast offerings at Dolphin Hotel are continually celebrated for their exceptional quality and variety with many guests enjoying the full English breakfast as a highlight of their visit. The dinner menu also receives accolades for the quality, taste and value of the food, contributing to a memorable dining experience.
Guests report comfort and cleanliness in their accommodations, appreciating the large, airy bedrooms with comfortable beds, though some prefer firmer mattresses. The hotel staff consistently receive high marks for their friendliness, attentiveness and professionalism, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Parking is also a notable feature with ample and convenient free parking options. Despite minor critiques regarding Wi-Fi reach and occasional noise, the general sentiment remains positive. The Dolphin Hotel with its character, charm and strategic location, continues to impress visitors seeking to explore the area while enjoying a comfortable and hospitable stay.
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The breakfast offerings at Dolphin Hotel are continually celebrated for their exceptional quality and variety with many guests enjoying the full English breakfast as a highlight of their visit. The dinner menu also receives accolades for the quality, taste and value of the food, contributing to a memorable dining experience.
Guests report comfort and cleanliness in their accommodations, appreciating the large, airy bedrooms with comfortable beds, though some prefer firmer mattresses. The hotel staff consistently receive high marks for their friendliness, attentiveness and professionalism, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Parking is also a notable feature with ample and convenient free parking options. Despite minor critiques regarding Wi-Fi reach and occasional noise, the general sentiment remains positive. The Dolphin Hotel with its character, charm and strategic location, continues to impress visitors seeking to explore the area while enjoying a comfortable and hospitable stay.
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The Dolphin Hotel boasts an exceptional location, highly favored by guests for various compelling reasons. Positioned centrally in Bovey Tracey, it serves as a convenient base for exploring both the southern part of Dartmoor National Park and the quaint village itself. Its proximity to Dartmoor's edge, Haytor and local landmarks like the Wray Valley trail and Dartmoor Way makes it an ideal choice for nature enthusiasts and those attending local events.
The hotel's strategic placement has been noted as perfect for visiting family, the moors and even the coast, ensuring that guests can easily venture into the surrounding regions. Its central location also provides easy access to amenities like local parks and river walkways, further enhancing its appeal.
Moreover, guests appreciate the traditional style of the inn combined with modern conveniences. Rooms are praised for their cleanliness, contributing to a pleasant stay. The hotel staff are often highlighted for their friendliness and helpfulness, making the overall experience even more enjoyable.
Despite a few minor lapses in room preparation, the overwhelming sentiment points to the Dolphin Hotel as a well-situated, clean and convenient choice for travelers looking to explore Bovey Tracey and the beautiful landscapes of Dartmoor.
Dolphin Hotel's breakfast offerings receive high praise from guests with many highlighting the exceptional quality and variety. There are numerous comments about the excellent and substantial full English breakfast, which stands out among the top hotel breakfasts. Guests appreciated the good range of breakfast options, all freshly cooked and with a great selection of hot and cold dishes. The breakfast was often described as outstanding, wonderful and amazing, exceeding many guests' expectations. A number of reviewers noted the inclusion of the breakfast in the room price, adding value to their stay.
A few critiques were mentioned, such as the wish for more diverse options like fresh fruit or yogurt and one guest found the fried breakfast slightly greasy. Nevertheless, the consensus remains overwhelmingly positive with special mention of the delicious food, quick service and hospitable staff. Whether enjoying a lovely Sunday lunch or a substantial morning meal, guests consistently found Dolphin Hotel's culinary offerings to be a highlight of their visit.
Dolphin Hotel has received high praise for its dinner offerings from its guests. Reviews consistently highlight a good choice of evening meals and commend the quality and taste of the food, describing it as well-cooked, tasty and even exceptional. Diners appreciate the variety on the menu and find the food to be of excellent quality with delicious and nicely portioned dishes. The bar and restaurant areas are noted for being nicely decorated, adding to the pleasant dining experience. Guests also mention the reasonably priced and varied menu, making dining at the hotel a satisfying experience. Overall, the evening meals receive strong endorsements for their taste, quality and value, contributing to a memorable stay at the Dolphin Hotel.
Dolphin Hotel offers rooms that have been praised for their comfort, cleanliness and spaciousness. Guests frequently enjoyed the large, airy bedrooms that provide a pleasant and restful environment. The rooms are clean, tidy and often described as roomy with comfortable, sizeable beds. Multiple reviews appreciated the nice big rooms and the modern, well-maintained bathrooms.
Some rooms have been refurbished recently and are noted for their modern decor and well-appointed amenities that cater to all needs. The quiet and soundproof nature of the rooms ensures a peaceful stay with many visitors finding their accommodations cozy and relaxing. Despite the occasional small size or tired decor of some rooms, the general sentiment remains positive due to the comfortable and clean setting provided.
Wi-Fi reach and noise from external sources like the bar or kitchen were minor drawbacks mentioned but did not overshadow the overall positive experience. The hotel has character and charm and overall, it seems that guests leave with a favorable impression of their stay at Dolphin Hotel.
The Dolphin Hotel has received mixed feedback regarding its beds, but many guests have praised their comfort. Numerous reviews highlighted the very comfortable and spacious beds, often describing them as large and cozy. Many guests also appreciated the nice, comfy beds, which contributed to a restful stay.
However, some guests pointed out that the beds were too soft for their liking with a few mentioning a preference for a firmer mattress. There were also occasional remarks about beds being bouncy or small and some guests wished for daily bed-making services.
Overall, while there were mentions of beds being too soft or uncomfortable for some, the majority of guests found the beds at Dolphin Hotel to be very comfortable, enhancing their stay significantly.
Despite some minor comments suggesting areas could use more detailed dusting and attention to corners, the Dolphin Hotel generally receives high marks for cleanliness. Guests frequently describe the rooms as clean, comfortable and spacious. Many highlight that everything in the hotel, from the individual rooms to common areas, is spotless and tidily maintained. Reviews often mention that the hotel is overall very clean and consistently offers well-cleaned, light and airy accommodations. The facilities provided are of excellent quality with no major issues reported, contributing to a positive and impressive stay experience for many guests.
At Dolphin Hotel, guests frequently highlight the exceptional quality of the staff, often describing them as very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Many reviews note the staff's efficiency and attentiveness, suggesting a high level of professionalism. Guests appreciate the personal touch and care the staff provide, feeling that they truly cater to individual needs and are always willing to assist. The service is characterized as fabulous, reliable and efficient with staff members being particularly accommodating and attentive. In various settings throughout the hotel, from the front desk to the dining areas, the consistent theme of kindness and helpfulness emerges. The hotel management seems dedicated to ensuring that staff are fully trained and capable of handling any guest issues, contributing to a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. Reviewers also emphasize the family-like environment fostered by the team, creating a welcoming and comfortable stay.
The Dolphin Hotel has received kudos for its parking facilities. Guests frequently commend the ample and convenient parking options available, highlighting the large, well-maintained car park that is free to use. The safety and cleanliness of the parking area also stand out in the reviews. With plenty of onsite, private and included parking, guests find it easy and hassle-free to park their vehicles during their stay.
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Location
The hotel's strategic placement has been noted as perfect for visiting family, the moors and even the coast, ensuring that guests can easily venture into the surrounding regions. Its central location also provides easy access to amenities like local parks and river walkways, further enhancing its appeal.
Moreover, guests appreciate the traditional style of the inn combined with modern conveniences. Rooms are praised for their cleanliness, contributing to a pleasant stay. The hotel staff are often highlighted for their friendliness and helpfulness, making the overall experience even more enjoyable.
Despite a few minor lapses in room preparation, the overwhelming sentiment points to the Dolphin Hotel as a well-situated, clean and convenient choice for travelers looking to explore Bovey Tracey and the beautiful landscapes of Dartmoor.
Breakfast
A few critiques were mentioned, such as the wish for more diverse options like fresh fruit or yogurt and one guest found the fried breakfast slightly greasy. Nevertheless, the consensus remains overwhelmingly positive with special mention of the delicious food, quick service and hospitable staff. Whether enjoying a lovely Sunday lunch or a substantial morning meal, guests consistently found Dolphin Hotel's culinary offerings to be a highlight of their visit.
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Rooms
Some rooms have been refurbished recently and are noted for their modern decor and well-appointed amenities that cater to all needs. The quiet and soundproof nature of the rooms ensures a peaceful stay with many visitors finding their accommodations cozy and relaxing. Despite the occasional small size or tired decor of some rooms, the general sentiment remains positive due to the comfortable and clean setting provided.
Wi-Fi reach and noise from external sources like the bar or kitchen were minor drawbacks mentioned but did not overshadow the overall positive experience. The hotel has character and charm and overall, it seems that guests leave with a favorable impression of their stay at Dolphin Hotel.
Beds
However, some guests pointed out that the beds were too soft for their liking with a few mentioning a preference for a firmer mattress. There were also occasional remarks about beds being bouncy or small and some guests wished for daily bed-making services.
Overall, while there were mentions of beds being too soft or uncomfortable for some, the majority of guests found the beds at Dolphin Hotel to be very comfortable, enhancing their stay significantly.
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No, Dolphin Hotel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Dolphin Hotel.
No, Dolphin Hotel doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Dolphin Hotel.
No, Dolphin Hotel doesn't have a gym.
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