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The Rock Inn

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A dimly lit restaurant with round tables, candles, and a warm ambiance. - The Rock Inn (Newton Abbot)
A large white building with a gravel path leading to a green lawn and picnic tables. - The Rock Inn (Newton Abbot)
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You can look forward to free full breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at The Rock Inn. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand with lamps.

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster canopy bed with a floral bedspread, a wooden desk with a chair, and a red carpet.

Double Room (Four Poster)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a desk with a computer, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room (Top Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a staircase.

Deluxe Double Room (Top Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with floral bedspread, a desk with a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

Double Room (Four Poster)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a white door.

Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newton Abbot is home to The Rock Inn. House of Marbles and Old Walls Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dartmoor National Park and Stover Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Torquay United FC or Plainmoor Stadium. Visit our Newton Abbot travel guide
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Haytor Vale, Newton Abbot, England, TQ13 9XP

What's nearby

  • A rocky landscape with a view of rolling hills and distant mountains under a clear sky.
    Dartmoor National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A grand room with a large chandelier, wooden paneling, and a long table.
    Powderham Castle
    38 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • A historic building with intricate Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and a tall tower.
    Exeter Cathedral
    42 min drive - 24.2 miles
  • A large auditorium with red seats, wooden paneling, and a curved stage.
    Princess Theatre
    46 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • University of Exeter
    44 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

  • Marsh Barton Station
    22 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pinocchios Cafeteria
    10 min drive
  • Subway
    8 min drive
  • The Cleave
    10 min drive
  • Ullacombe Farm Shop & Cafe
    3 min drive
  • The Bell Inn
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rock Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Rock Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Rock Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Rock Inn located?

Situated in Newton Abbot, this inn is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Becky Falls and within 6 mi (10 km) of Devon Guild of Craftsmen and St Pancras Church. Dartmoor National Park and House of Marbles are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Rock Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super location and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly atmosphere and beautiful building
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

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

Perfect for couples stay in dartmoor

Amazing stay. Great location. Comfy beds, very clean and organised, friendly staff for whom nothing seemed too much. Great history, lovely beer garden, well stocked bar, nice breakfast including a vegetarian breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

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A quaint old fashion hotel set in Dartmoor, a delightful place to stay & relax. Excellent food & fabulous staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Charming stay when visiting Dartmoor Park.

Very charming but check with Inn first for directions as gps took us very skinny country lanes. Super nice and accommodating service/staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

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Wonderful short break. Perfect if you don’t want the “corporate “ feel to your accommodation. Food at the restaurant was outstanding and the staff are really helpful, going above and beyond to make sure everything was good for us. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

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Absolutely fabulous few days away. This is a real gem of a hotel. Quiet and secluded but a real joy to experience. The staff are so helpful and genuine (Rosie, Sharon and Oliver deserve medals) There was plenty of choice for breakfast, the cooked breakfast was tasty and well presented. The evening dinner menu and quality of food was 10/10. I think it could be even better with a slightly extended menu. We will be back x
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

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We had to stay at the Rock Inn last minute for a wedding after our airbnb fell through and it was so much better than our original plans. The staff was so helpful and kind, the food was amazing (we had dinner there, as well as the breakfast included with the room fee), and the old pub interiors were so cozy. The rooms could be considered a bit 'dated' but everything was in great condition and very clean so it added to the charm (not to mention the retro gin and whiskey dispenser decoration in our room was very cool!). Driving there is a bit daunting because of the narrow country roads but it is worth the journey. We're hoping to stay again in the future and properly explore Dartmoor from the Rock Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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No negatives here!

All the staff at The Rock were so helpful. In particular Sharon! We were quite a large group with many requests but each was dealt with without fuss. Our room, at the top, was spacious with a fabulous bathroom. The evening set Menu was all delicious. Great service in the restaurant. Good wine list, interesting selection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We are an elderly couple & had a four hour journey through difficult weather. A staff member happened to be outside when we arrived & unasked, helped with parking, unloaded our luggage & took it to our room. On registering we were invited to rest in the lounge, served tea & assisted with telephoning. The room was very comfortable & clean. Breakfast excellent. All the staff were well turned out, friendly & helpful. On departure our luggage was carried from our room & placed in our car.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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Lovely old building with nice staff and excellent food. Parking can be a problem and the tv system is on satellite and hardly ever works. But definitely a lovely hotel and we would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Jan

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lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

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Exceptional and Food 10 star's if it was possible would rate this as Michelin class . Very quaint and definitely looking to stay again very soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

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A great pub was th a history. Comfortable rooms. Great meals . Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

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Great food, lovely room and excellent staff. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dominik

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Recommended

Great food in the pub with nice beer garden, nice clean rooms, friendly team.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

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The staff are a credit to the hotel. Location is inside the National Park, with countless walks to hand. Food at the hotel was amazing with a great full English in the morning. Superb local beers in the bar. Cannot fault the place and we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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There is a guest book at the Rock Inn which dates back to 1903 and it chronicles the experiences of the people who vacationed there. After reading through it one has to agree that it is a special place. We had a lovely stay at the Rock Inn. Our room was cosy with a comfy bed. We booked our meals in because the food is superb and the service friendly and attentive. We look forward to going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

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Oliver and Ellie were great !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

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No hesitation whatsoever in recommending.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Summer trip to Dartmoor

Great location. Sunset picnic on Haytor was perfect after a drink or two in the garden. Staff were so friendly. The light menu offered on the days when the restaurant wasn’t fully open was great. Will definitely be back. Perfect for summer or winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

mark

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Nk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Peter

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The food was good particularly breakfast, Staff service was good, The room was in the attic(Freebooter) and for a 6'3" guy a bit dangerous with slanting wood beams at the end of the bed causing a few bruises. The room ventilation and window lighting was poor (2 small windows). There were two flights of narrow stairs to get to the room and no help with carrying two large suitcases
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here when we were attending a wedding nearby. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. Breakfast was delicious. The hotel just helped make a fabulous weekend even better. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay, great location and staff were all wonderful. Food was amazing too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022