Dukes Inn

Sidmouth, The Esplanade50.678333,-3.238065(Show on Map)

8.8

Excellent

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Summary of reviews

Room quality: The rooms at Dukes Inn are comfortable and well-maintained with many guests commenting on the cleanliness and overall standard of the accommodation. The beds are said to be particularly comfortable with some guests saying they had a great night's sleep during their stay. Staff and service: The staff at Dukes Inn are friendly and welcoming with guests commenting on their helpfulness and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure guests have an enjoyable stay. The service is said to be excellent with staff members always on hand to provide assistance and make recommendations for things to do in the surrounding area. Food and dining: The restaurant at Dukes Inn offers a great selection of meals with guests particularly enjoying the seafood options. The quality of the food is said to be high with guests commenting on its freshness and great taste. The breakfast buffet is also said to be excellent with a wide range of options available to suit all tastes and preferences. Overall, guests seem to have thoroughly enjoyed their stay at Dukes Inn. The hotel's prime seafront location is a highlight for many guests with the views and proximity to the beach being a particular draw. The quality of the accommodation, combined with excellent staff and service, make for a great overall experience. In addition, the restaurant offers great food options, rounding off what appears to be a fantastic stay at this hotel.

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Sustainability Journey

This establishment is recognized as an eco-friendly accommodation option in East Devon, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices.

Beachfront

Beach

Boutique-Style

Small

4 Star

Room Types

Double Room with Sea ViewWith a sea view, this room features a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Twin RoomThis room features a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Large Double or Twin RoomIncludes a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Large Double or Twin Room with Sea ViewWith a sea view, this room features a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Double or Twin Room with Sea ViewWith a large bay window and a sea view, this room includes a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Single RoomIncludes a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Single Room with Sea ViewWith a sea view, this room features a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, an iPod docking station, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.

Double RoomThe double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room with Sea ViewThe double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Large Double RoomThe double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a safe deposit box, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Review Summaries

Location

Dukes Inn is a perfect place for a family getaway to the coast. The hotel is ideally situated on the seafront with incredible views of the beautiful coastline. Guests can enjoy the proximity to shops, public transport and the beach. The location is also great for exploring the town with many drinking and dining options all within walking distance. The hotel staff provides fantastic service that complements the superb location of the hotel. Being on the promenade, the hotel boasts a lovely location with a nice view of the seafront, making it a great base for walking the Jurassic Coast. Overall, Dukes Inn is a well-located, vibrant, modern hotel with super staff and a fantastic location.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Dukes Inn has been praised by many visitors with a great selection and high-quality food served by helpful staff. Guests enjoyed their breakfasts immensely with healthy options and a range of cooked breakfasts to choose from. Many also appreciated the variety on the breakfast menu and the delicious, fresh food that was well-presented. Vegetarian options were also available and there was plenty of choice for everyone. Overall, guests found the breakfasts at Dukes Inn to be superb, excellent and faultless with good service and a relaxed atmosphere.

Dinner

The dinner and breakfast at Dukes Inn were highly praised by guests. While the restaurant was closed on Sunday evening and Monday, guests raved about the food when it was available. The restaurant had good menu choices and attentive service with reasonably priced and well-cooked dishes. The bar and restaurant closing at 5 pm on Sunday disappointed some guests who had to go next door for their meal, but they found the food to be excellent with friendly staff. The quality of the food was exceptional and all the dinners that were served were first class. Although it is primarily a fish restaurant, there were good meal options for both lunch and dinner. However, some guests felt that the evening menu was a little restricted if seafood was not to their taste. The dining facility itself could have been improved - a more comfortable, lounging area and a greater choice of starters were recommended. Despite these minor issues, most guests had a great dining experience at Dukes Inn.

Rooms

Dukes Inn offers a variety of clean and beautifully decorated rooms, some with wonderful sea views. While some guests found the rooms small for the price, many others found them well-appointed, spacious and comfortable. Some particularly loved the added touches like proper coffee machines and kitchenettes. The staff at Dukes Inn are friendly and attentive and the premises are spotlessly clean. Despite some signs of wear and tear in some of the fittings, overall guests found the rooms lovely and quirky with some surprises like big bay windows and individual decor. Some guests did find the rooms small and hot and others noted poor views from some of the rooms. However, overall guests found the rooms comfortable and well-equipped for their stay.

Beds

Dukes Inn boasts comfortable and well-appointed rooms with great beds that guests loved. Multiple reviews mention the comfortable beds with many describing them as very comfy. However, one guest found the bed uncomfortable and another noted that a supplementary bed was missing a leg and had a lumpy foam. Most guests enjoyed quality towels and friendly staff. Some would have liked softer pillows, but overall the beds were great. One reviewer noted that a bed seemed to be on a slope, but that was the only negative comment about the beds. Although some guests did not enjoy the breakfast, the focus on the reviews was on the comfortable beds and beautiful rooms.

Cleanliness

Dukes Inn offers exceptional cleanliness with spotlessly clean rooms and a very clean property overall. Guests have described their rooms as cozy and comfortable, furnished beautifully and offering lovely sea views. Though some have mentioned small bathrooms, they are still described as very clean. The hotel's friendly staff and well-placed location add to the positive experience. Despite one room having cobwebs, the majority of reviews comment on the hotel's cleanliness and overall cleanliness is exceptional. Guests have also enjoyed the lovely breakfast provided. Room No 6 is a guest favorite, offering a huge bay window with an enormous view of the sea. Overall, Dukes Inn offers beautiful and comfortable accommodations that are kept immaculately clean.

Staff

The Dukes Inn boasts exceptional staff who go above and beyond to ensure guests have a delightful stay. Review after review raves about the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff with guests describing the staff as polite, courteous, attentive, approachable and welcoming. From the gentleman who assists with luggage upon arrival to the waiting staff who go out of their way to ensure guests are comfortable and satisfied, guests can expect nothing but the best service from the moment they arrive. The staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful and accommodating with some guests even describing them as exceptional. Guests appreciate the great customer service provided by staff, who take the time to chat with guests and attend to their needs. The staff's hard work, pride in their work and attention to detail are evident, making it a fantastic hotel to stay at for a truly memorable experience.

Beach

Dukes Inn is the perfect family getaway to the coast, offering a wonderful position near the beach, located right on the seafront. The hotel is ideally located for town and beach, serving as a super Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen am Coast Path while also modernly decorated with a relaxing beach vibe. Guests can enjoy a brilliant location on the seafront with some rooms offering sea views. The hotel is clean and close to the beach, making it a perfect base for a beach weekend. The closeness to the beach is also very convenient with the town just outside. With its location great and ideally positioned, Dukes Inn is perfect for those looking for a lovely sea front Inn, great location right next to sea and a good location with beach in front.

Beachfront

Dukes Inn seems to have hit the jackpot with its prime location right on the pristine beachfront. Guests have raved about the incredible views of the sea they enjoyed right from their rooms with some even stating that the hotel was only positioned 30 meters from the beach. The hotel itself is on an ideal location on the seafront, making it the perfect spot to enjoy a fantastic stay. Guests have thoroughly enjoyed their time at Dukes Inn, thanks to its first-class sea view and great seafront location. Overall, Dukes Inn is a hotel that has it all - great views, comfortable rooms and an unbeatable location right on the sea.

FAQ

No, Dukes Inn doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Dukes Inn.

No, Dukes Inn doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Dukes Inn.

No, Dukes Inn doesn't have a gym.

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