The Blue Ball Inn

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.1

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Blue Ball Inn in Sidmouth offers comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British and seafood cuisines at the family-friendly restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. The traditional ambience provides a relaxing setting for meals. Amenities and Services: The hotel features a bar, lounge, fitness room, and room service. Free on-site parking is available, and activities such as cycling are nearby. Nearby Attractions: Exeter International Airport is 19 km away, with attractions like Dinosaurland Fossil Museum 23 km and Sandy Park Rugby Stadium 19 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Nick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room and bathroom and bed were all very comfortable. The weather was very cold the two days we stayed but the room and public areas were lovely and warm.”
Zoe
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Gorgeous room and decor, nice and quiet! Lovely location!”
Teresadepp
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was lovely for our short stay and the breakfast was far better than expected. Staff were very kind to our dog too - offering treats!”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely building with a welcoming bar in a rural location. Plenty of free parking directly opposite. Comfortable room.”
Ruth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Warm and cosy staff were all lovely Menu and food were great”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Large room, very large bed. The staff were very friendly and helpful and interacted with the guests, which was great.”
George
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good cooked breakfast and overall a reasonable selection of food. The salmon and scrambled egg was lovely! The full english was great and filling! Coffee was filter and excellent. Two new twin beds and duvets were very comfortable. TV very good.”
Joebear
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is a very comfortable hotel with very friendly staff, nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Very well situated for sightseeing. We have stayed in this hotel a number of times and it is always top notch.”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Sam the manager was very hospitable as were the staff The ambience was very cosy The decor was lovely The Sunday roast and breakfast were very good Bathroom lovely size Cleanliness very good”
Rob
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Not the hotel's fault but the traffic was noisy.”

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Superb breakfast included with all options.
  • Cuisine
    Continental • Full English/Irish
  • Additional dining options
    Lunch • Dinner
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British • Seafood
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.