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Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Hotel in Newton Abbot with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Experience the charm of Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa, an upscale hotel in the historical district. Unwind with fitness classes, a body treatment at the spa, or relax by the indoor pool and enjoy free breakfast on your terms. The property also offers a garden to stroll through and 2 bars for socializing; you can even get some work done at business center or library.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Ilsington Village, Newton Abbot, England, TQ13 9RR

What's nearby

  • Dartmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 28 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • Exeter Cathedral - 30 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • University of Exeter - 31 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Powderham Castle - 33 min drive - 23.5 miles

Getting around

  • Marsh Barton Station - 25 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 3 Sixty - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trago Resturant Complex - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cromwell Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Green - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa

Upscale hotel near Dartmoor National Park
Take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa. Active travelers can enjoy fitness classes at this hotel. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a detox wrap, or a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine bistro, Blue Tiger Inn, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 2 bars. In addition to a business center and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, an electric car charging station, and 1 meeting room
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa have comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Tiger Inn

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from House of Marbles and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dartmoor National Park and Becky Falls. Higher Knowle and Jay's Grave are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Ilsington Country House Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay. Excellent facilities and an amazing spa. Great food and the staff are just so nice. Already booked a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and spa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have stayed at the Ilsington several times which speaks for itself.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really relaxing time, walking locally and then to the spa!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and amazing food. Nice swimming pool
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Amazing staff throughout stay but room was tired

Really lovely helpful staff. We paid for an upgrade as initial room was small with view of flat roof. Upgraded to suite for an extra £50 for one night but smelt musty and far too hot. Guy on the desk was so friendly and helpful I didn’t have the heart to complain again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anniversary weekend , first impressions, very nice , bar terrace was lovely . Check in all good , prompt and friendly , room was very nice a bit dated maybe but the bathroom and bed comfort was really good The tv you can stream channels from your phone great feature and also the sensor light in the bathroom saves putting the main light on waking everyone up! Had a meal on the first night was very nice no complaints . Breakfast was lovely no complaints. All in all a very nice two nights , also used the spa that was lovely , definitely worth a visit when you stay all in all a very nice stay , a bit pricey £410 for two nights , maybe that’s what you pay now .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and spa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dipesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, excellent food and very good Spa facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the coast as well as the Dartmoors
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Family run hotel with great attention to every detail throughout the hotel, excellent overall thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely three nights away Great food and enjoyed the hot stone’s massage
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, tranquil setting. Great facilities and really friendly staff. Would stay here again but for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

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

Great place

Great place can’t fault it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for a peaceful and relaxing time, excellent spa - clean and well maintaind, staff friendly, approachable and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for countryside views, close to Hay Tor for excellent walking. The hotel has great facilities, nice lounges to relax after a walk and Spa for recovery or relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Outstanding

Fantastic location, excellent staff and couldn’t fault anything. Food was outstanding and would not be out of place in a Michelin star restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great to be able to use the spa facilities after a day's hike on Dartmoor. The food was excellent and bedrooms were a decent size.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service. Location on Darrmoor. Spa facilities. Walking distance to village. Views of Haytor and Dartmoor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Gareth J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent. Couldn't do enough for you. Food was exquisite. Beautiful surroundings. Just a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

William

Location and hotel experience good . Local driving somewhat stressful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Wonderful hotel, cosy & clean. Great food, spa was lovely, the room was spacious & had a view of Haytor (when it wasn't misty). Staff really friendly. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The spa area was excellent as was the friendliness of the staff. Unfortunately the rooms were very dated, signs of mould and cracks around windows and the furniture and bed needed replacing. The room which was a superior room needed refurbishing. and did not reflect the price paid. The situation was lovely as were the views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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