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The Waterfront Inn

3.5 star property
Playtime is just around the corner in this waterfront haven where meals are savored & memories made.

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The Waterfront Inn, with its beautiful garden and inviting terrace, offers a charming retreat. Savor English breakfast at the on-site restaurant, enjoy lunch or dinner with family-friendly activities like the playground and arcade/game room nearby; connect to free WiFi from the comfort of your room. Guest reviews rave about helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Golf Links Road, Bideford, England, EX39 1LH

What's nearby

  • Northam Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Northam Burrows Country Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Royal North Devon Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South West Coast Path Section 8 Trailhead - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Devon Coast - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 20 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal North Devon Golf Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Pier House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rock Pool Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Inn

Bed & breakfast near North Devon Coast
Take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Waterfront Inn. The on-site restaurant offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

Property is also known as

Waterfront Inn Bideford
Waterfront Bideford
The Waterfront Inn Bideford
The Waterfront Inn Bed & breakfast
The Waterfront Inn Bed & breakfast Bideford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterfront Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Waterfront Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bideford bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Northam Beach and Northam Burrows Country Park. Royal North Devon Golf Club and South West Coast Path Section 8 Trailhead are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Waterfront Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 249 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding! Will recommend highly to friends and family coming to stay in Westward Ho!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Golf close by and good food at the restaurant. Most of all helpful staff that lighten up your day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, room was lovely but the only let down was the food could of been better.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice polite staff and well kept property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area, quirky building
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

We had a really comfortable stay at this beautiful location. Staff so friendly too. It was simply fitting all our needs and exceeded our expectations in terms of breakfast and size of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for Westward Ho!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overnight in Westward Ho!

Very good our second stay here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay and fell in love with the town ! Absolutely beautiful and convenient place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good,staff good,room, good and tidy,parking available,price very good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome, excellent accomodation, friendly staff, brilliant location, good car parking, quality breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy bar- room comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel with very good breakfast and exceptional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the nicest places I've stayed in, lovely room, nice evening meal & breakfast. Best of all was the staff, each person I spoke with were very helpful. Would definitely stay here again, loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay and will definitely be staying again, very comfortable, lovely food and staff and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay for a couple on nights the romm was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family room was great - really comfortable and lots of room for family of 4. Breakfast and general service all excellent - location great next to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family break in Westward Ho !

Perfect location for a short family break by the sea. Breakfast was great, room was very comfortable and staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

raja segar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent choisce for breakfat and very good service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

raja segar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food was good staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, limited food and bar closed at 20.15
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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