We LOVED a great deal about this hotel. Especially having just paid over 400 pounds ($800) for a room in Salcombe, with sensational sea views (it was on the beach), but where everything else was underwhelming (room okay but not $800 special). Food same, and expensive. This lovely little hotel however was a fantastic surprise! We hadn't expected much initially from the images, but I wish we had stayed here for our two nights away. It is a lovely old building with an interesting history, run as a 3 star hotel. It has been taken over recently by a family, two of whom are a young couple, with considerable passion and hospitality experience from a couple of London's top hotels. They were delightful to deal with and couldn't do enough for their guests. Currently it is a 3 star hotel, but the couple are planning to revamp it room by room. They have already revamped/modernised the bar area that has been sensitively and tastefully done, and perfect relaxing place to enjoy a G+ T! If this is the standard to expect by the time they are done, it will be a top class 4 star hotel, so be quick and book a room whilst you can, as their rates are extremely reasonable currently and the hotel is comfortable and clean. We loved it, and will definitely stay again! We visit the UK annually. The hotel was sparklingly clean, the staff incredible - passionate, helpful, and on it! We had a sea view room, and though the hotel is set back a bit from the road, the views of the sea were lovely and the hotel grounds spacious. The bed (number one for me) was really comfortable and the room, though not huge, more than sufficient. You get personal service here guys, + dinner was delicious. The hotel also has an outdoor heated pool, and a smaller indoor pool and jacuzzi that we enjoyed! We loved staying here and can't wait to see what the family do with the place.

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Breakfast was superb but was only surpassed by an a la carte exemplary dinner. We decided to stay an extra night owing to the quality of the food and service. We were not disappointed. The outdoor pool exceeded our remit but a surprise, there was an indoor pool too. With a well stocked bar available and staff on hand to cater to your needs, this establishment felt five star. The location meant we had the opportunity to explore Dartmouth, Totnes, Torcross, Kingsbridge.

Having to wave goodbye to our new favourite get away. We will be back in a few weeks to soak up some more outdoor sun and ambience poolside.

Very nice clean room, beds very comfortable including the pull out bed. Very spacious rooms for a small family.Indoor pool facilities were great for the family. Bar area is very modern.

You can see the new management have been working hard on improving the Stoke Lodge hotel. There is still a lot of investment needed in the hotel, from replacing old hall way carpets, ceiling repairs etc. but don’t be put off because this is a really nice hotel in a great location and I’m sure the new management will turn this hotel into a five star establishment.

The room was clean and tidy The bed was comfy. Had evening meal, but no breakfast, which was very good. Dressing table area was large so very suitable to work from. The lady on duty the evening I was there was very helpful and friendly. The swimming pool was clean and a lovely facility to be able to use. Would use again if in the area.

Very slight niggle - chair to dressing table was a bit low to work from, comfortable to sit in though!

What an amazing hotel and find, the location is stunning and it is so serene and peaceful, yet close to a beautiful beach in walking distance and close to lively Dartmouth as well, 10 or so minutes in the car. The staff were very friendly and helpful with local suggestions and making arrangements for breakfast, dinner as well as suggestions for local places. The food was really good and all served with a smile as well. Really good value, a truly heart warming family run hotel. Having 2 heated pools and a sauna was the ice on the cake! Thank you all for a really lovely and memorable stay.

We were made to feel at home from the moment we arrived. Our friends who had flown from Texas to attend our wedding on the weekend prior, were equally impressed. Dinner was a special treat as we were joined by another couple who had been at our wedding and booked a room. Breakfast the next morning was perfect. We would recommend Stoke Lodge to anyone wanting to vacation in a very well run Hotel.

Lovely location. Room was a good size and nicely decorated with basic facilities. Lovely view. Bed is a good size. Although the bathroom could do with some maintenance, I would stay again.

The bathroom was a bit dated. The shower had good pressure, but part of the shower head was loose, the screen overhang the bath and so the floor got flooded and the toilet flush got stuck.

The breakfast was excellent. Plenty of choice. Excellent welcome and care from the staff. It was my husband’s birthday and they responded with the generous offer of Bucks Fizz for breakfast!

The decor is tired and needs a refresh but I understand that the owners have only just taken over. I booked through Booking.com and had to pay extra for the breakfast.

all staff were extremely helpful and polite

one member of staff although very polite and efficient was smile free and expressionless, breakfast was a bit on the mean side, a small sausage as part of a cooked breakfast, and im glad i didnt order continental breakfast only as a lack of fruit(just melons) and bakery items

Staff and hotel were just delightful. So rare to find this family run, independent place now. Three generations of our family had a brilliant time.

Everything was delightful. The decor has not, perhaps, been updated in a while, but honestly everything else is so delightful it really does not matter. It is all clean, comfortable, and beautifully serviced