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Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness

4.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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Travelers at Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness can enjoy hot stone massages or a round on the mini golf course. The property features both indoor and outdoor pools, plus two restaurants serving breakfast. Previous guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, Sea View (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Double Rooms

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Small Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 16 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cosy Small Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Small Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Cosy Double Rooms | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Double Rooms

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Braunton, Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay Beach, while Clovelly Village and RHS Garden Rosemoor are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Exmoor Zoo and The Milky Way Adventure Park.
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Saunton Sands Hotel, Braunton, England, EX33 1LQ

What's nearby

  • Saunton Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Braunton Burrows - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Croyde Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Putsborough Sands - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Woolacombe Beach - 17 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Groove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sandleigh Tea Room And Garden - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Saunton Sands
Located close to Croyde Bay Beach, Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and mini golf. Indulge in reflexology, a body wrap, and a facial at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and British cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a garden, a playground, and a hair salon. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, babysitting (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in the lobby, 1 meeting room, and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 92 rooms offer comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Terrace

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness located?

Nestled on the beach, this Braunton hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay Beach. Woolacombe Beach and Clovelly Village are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 152 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

AMOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upscale coastal beach, beautiful scenery up in mountains, surrounded by ocean views and surfing waves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for walking the coast path.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saunton Sands is undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Devon with a stunning view, first-class customer service, a superb restaurant and excellent facilities for all age groups. The Spa and swimming pool are exceptional.
The hotel in thearly morning sun.
We definitely had a room with a view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was small but clean and had everything we needed. We enjoyed a bottle of wine which was reasonably priced and the fish and chips were delightful. Our evening meal was also delicious and so nice not to be rushed. All staff were very helpful and friendly, we only stayed one night but would certainly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, very comfy bed. Polite and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely indoor and outdoor pool. Great thermal suite with view over the beach and lovely relaxation terrace. Food was good and there was a games room too which wasn’t well advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Huge treat to spend time at a hotel I’ve driven pass for the last 55 years.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nathan

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

Lovely hotel

Great food, excellent service (found my Dad and I a room to watch the golf late after dinner), comfy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful

Lovely overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful setting with everything you could possibly need. Comfortable beds, friendly staff, clean room with good amenities. I also had a stunning beach view. Nothing was too much trouble. They even catered for my Gluten sensitivity. The food at Breakfast and dinner was absolutely delicious. My massage was heavenly also. The only think I didn’t like was the fact I had to leave such a wonderful place!
Starter
Main
Dessert
Breakfast view
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hotel - views to die for
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and a lovely SPA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great hotel, spa to die for

The saunton sands hotel is fantastic. the only issue i has is that i could only afford to book a single room for the week and when i got there they were kind enough to upgrade me for free to a double room, the room its self for £795 for 4 nights in March i thought was a little underwhelming. Everything else about the hotel was fantastic, service was great and the spa/pool were lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a spectacularly located hotel with wonderful amenities. The highlights were the views, the adjacent beach walks, the wonderful spa, the be#utifil lounges overlooking the ocean and unspoiled beach and the breakfasts.

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Excellent hotel with top-tier service

Excellent stay at a lovely hotel, all the staff we're very helpful and pleasant. I was really impressed with the Spa and the facilities. Of course, the balcony views are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gaetan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property & staff . They have good spa facilities with easy access for hotel guest. I just think the restaurant is overpriced for the quality of the food i saw
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Lives up to it’s reputation

This is a beautifully situated hotel with great views over the beach and coast. The service levels are exceptional and staff go out of their way to be friendly and helpful. The communal rooms are well presented as are the adjoining gardens and play areas. This is an ideal hotel for both couples and families
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great view of the beautiful beach

The location of the hotel is amazing for sure... however it does need some refurbishment especially in the room we had....It needs Air Conditioning in the hot weather The Bingo game was fun and a nice option - a quiz night might be good too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I travel a lot with work and also to take part in endurance events and I stayed in this hotel to take part in North Devon marathon on Sunday. I was impressed with everything about this hotel, the service from all staff was above and beyond what I was expecting, I used the Spa facility and loved the Jacuzzi overlooking the Sea and beach, the service at both Dinner and Breakfast were exceptional and the beach area nearby was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arrived late to a great welcome by the gent on reception. That member of staff set the tone to a great experience. Good facilities, good food and nothing was to much trouble.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

EPIC

The most amazing hotel , with fantastic staff and a EPIC view
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Joanna

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

Almost perfect …

Amazing views from a very comfortable sea view room. Lovely big bed which was so comfortable. The hotel is beautifully decorated with a gorgeous garden and position over the bay. The only disappointing aspect for me was the staff who, although very professional, were quite stand-offish!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was only a quick bez down to Croyde to collect a coupla surfboards from Gulf Stream, and whilst I might otherwise stop at the Thatch B&B, at £111 [with a coupon] I couldn't find a good enough reason not to crash at the SSH.. Epic view; my Sister got married there in '04, and I proposed to my Wife there in '09..

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Disliked: Staff & service
AMazing location, on top of gorgeous beach but the hotel is tired looking, in particular the carpets and door ways, and elevator, all seem very old and worn out, also maid service very poor, and some staff very dismissive, when checking in desk clerk and porter do it explain any of the services or amenities, we were there for 3 days before we know we had an hour each day in the spa, my room which was on the front of the hotel and looked into the guest arrival driveway had no sheers, so had to keep the drapes closed all the time…..Seemed like a 3 star hotel not 5 star.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic spa hotel overlooking the spectacular Saunton Sands. I really enjoyed my stay; I had several treatments and made the most of the thermal suite. My single bedded room was comfortable and I slept well. A few niggles- don’t say evening dining starts at 17.30 then not open the doors until nearly 6. Don’t state a dress code and child policy for dining after 6.30 then fail to enforce either - I had hoped it would be relatively child free in the evening but it was often very noisy from children running about. Personally I will look for an adult only spa next time. Other than those points I really liked it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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