Langstone Cliff Hotel, Dawlish

Mount Pleasant Road, Dawlish Warren, Dawlish, EX7 0NA 3

Immersed within 19 acres of child-friendly woodland on the beautiful Devon coast, this family-run hotel boasts magnificent views over the golden sandy beaches a... more

 

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8/10 Overall rating

Category Average Rating
8/10 Check-in process
8/10 Your room
7/10 Working order of facilities / equipment
8/10 Order and cleanliness of the hotel
8/10 Performance of staff
8/10 Overall experience
9/10 Overall value for money
  • 9/10 Mike ( Mature couple) 

    from Nr marlborough , GB  on  August 30, 2008

    "We really enjoyed our stay at your hotel, the staff are very friendly and helpfull and the building and grounds are lovely." (107212637)

    A very pleasant hotel to stay.

    Dusty and a little noisey on approach to reception due to building work.

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  November 1, 2007

    Friendly staff,good food served by spendid staff.

    We may have been unlucky, but we did get a quite small double room,compared with our friends who travelled with us

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Group of work colleagues) 

    on  June 2, 2007

    "The booking process, check in, location, facilities are excellent and I would recommend the hotel to others. My only issue with the hotel is the evening meal which they run as a sort of carvery. The food for this was bland, overcooked, stewed and not at all good value and I feel something the hotel needs to review, as they state that they introduced based on customer requests, which may or may not be the case, but I cannot believe was based upon the bland food on offer during my stay." (99279018)

    The facilities, location and atmosphere

  • 8/10 Alan ( Mature couple) 

    from Maidenhead , United Kingdom;GB  on  May 2, 2007

    "Very enjoyable; the cost of accommodation was not cheap, but the facilities are very good. Bar prices are surprisingly low compared to some." (99360443)

    It was quiet; the room was clean and warm.

    Hot water took a long time to come through.

  • 9/10 Susan ( Other) 

    from Wigan , United Kingdom;GB  on  April 25, 2007

    "Staff were very pleasant and attentive especially in the restaurant" (99238567)

    Comfortable rooms, general cleanliness was good and all facilities promised were available.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Other) 

    on  December 2, 2006

    Location is brilliant - large room, SKY sport.

    Dinner lacked flair for the price.

  • 7/10 Paul ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Southampton , United Kingdom;GB  on  November 21, 2006

    "very nice hotel but staff need to smile a bit more." (99673850)

    excellent rooms

    nothing to dislike

  • 9/10 Nicola ( Mature couple) 

    from Cheltenham , United Kingdom;GB  on  August 12, 2006

    "Although having visited the Warren numerous times since 1962, this was the first visit to the Langstone.Blessed generally with beautiful weather with a couple of rain showers, we found this a marvellous break. The cleanliness and general nothing too much trouble attitude was impressive.It would have been nice if the waiting staff looked a little more as if they wanted to be there as they seemed to have dead-pan facial expressionswith no 'good morning'tongues.I know we only stayed for a weekend but was it really necessary to have 3 separate locations to digest the food. There was nobody at the desk within the room to enquire of so a member of staff had to be sought out. The name cards on each table were so small that one had to visit each table in the absence of staff.Would it not have been better to have had a vertical pole with room number there on each table and then should it be necessary to be reseated, it can be seen from a distance and not made to feel lost.It would have been nive to have seen a supervisory presence in the garden area. Perhaps people who decided to play cricket and proceed to annoy others could have been advised.The supervision of the pools was questionable.Very young children were seemingly unsupervised and balls and inflatables were allowed in the inside pool.Not in themselves a problem but is there supervision?. With the exception of the noisey plumbing, it was a fabulous experience with congratulaions to all concerned. Pennies are now being inserted in the piggy bank for the prospect of a further visit." (3305078419)

    clean, well presented in an idyllic setting in DAWLISH WARREN.Nothing seemed too much trouble . Plenty/varied choice of breakfast menu.

    The hotel plumbing is in need of attention as the noise from the system disturbs both oneself and other residents. the musical chairs scenario at meal time.

  • 9/10 Lisa-jayne ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Taunton , United Kingdom;GB  on  August 1, 2006

    "I had a lovely break at the hotel, the only downside was the check in as I had to wait an hour and a half to be able to check in as the room wasn't ready." (3305074603)

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  July 30, 2006

    "I thought the food was plentiful and well cooked. The facilities at the hotel were good and the view was sensational and closeness to a beach was an advantage." (3305051537)

    The view and gardens

    Being sat in the middle of the dining room on a single table.

  • 4/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  July 11, 2006

    "I booked the hotel on line. They then phoned me to confirm my booking and took full payment over the phone. I had requested a No Smoking room at the time. When I arrived the reception told me that they do not have a policy of keeping seperate No Smoking rooms. I advised them that I had requested this online and when they phoned. So why did they not tell me at the time? No appolagy was offered by the hotel and I had to accept what I was given! The attitude of the staff is probably in keeping with the hotel management." (3304886618)

    Location, nice setting.

    This hotel is not suitable for business travelers.

  • 10/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  May 24, 2006

    "found the hotel on the internet and booked online which was simple and easy,it would have been nice to have the option to book an evening dinner also online.having said that the weekend was most enjoyable and restful,we have no other criticiams and recommend the hotel" (3304699298)

    nice friendly atmosphere where staff had chance to pass the time of day.

    my wife and i could not fault the hotel at all

  • 7/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  May 16, 2006

    "The main objection was -Buffet type meal for dinner- Should have been told about this." (3304625208)

    It was clean.

    The bed was uncomfortable - The shower was for a disabled person.

  • 9/10 Marcus ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Shepton mallet , United Kingdom;GB  on  May 13, 2006

    "i arrived at 22:15 hrs and was greeted by very friendly recetion and bar staff. the kitchen was able to offer me a light snack as i had not eaten earlier, for which i was very grateful. Breakfast is served buffet style and the complimentary newspaper was a nice gesture. this hotel will suit all types of travellers. good value for money." (3304659305)

    large clean comfortable room with sky tv channels (this is a must in my opinion)

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  April 12, 2006

    "As a young Business traveller, I have stayed in a fair few hotels. Many of which do not make you feel like you are at home. This hotel however was different. The room I was in was spacious, comfortable and clean. There was also a free wireless internet service there which to me is an extremely nice feature. I could do my work in the room and didnt have to pay extorionate rates just to get on the internet. The food was very nice, and at its price, I couldnt complain at all." (3304477098)

    The room was very neat and tidy. Great view of the sea.

    Not much really.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  March 19, 2006

    "Evening meal was excellent and the generakl experience of the hotel was good. A relaxing location." (3304353142)

    Well presented and good quality rooms, good service

    Difficult to think of any

  • 10/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  March 8, 2006

    "We enjoyed are weekend break as we were looking for a relaxing two days of doing nothing. The swimming pool and fitness room were of a good standard and not too busy.The walk to Dawlish Warren was a pleasent 10 minute walk with three or four pubs on the way. The breakfast was wonderful with ample choices to suit all especially the hogs pudding which was the first time i'd tried it. The friendly bar staff made our nights in the lincoln bar very enjoyable. Although the hotel is in secluded grounds away from the hustle and bussle of city life the likes of Paignton and Torquay were in easy driving distance." (3304319931)

    Very clean and tidy with very helpful and friendly staff in a quiet location

  • 9/10 David ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Solihull , United Kingdom;GB  on  February 19, 2006

    Close proximity to coast

  • 9/10 Kathleen ( Family with older children) 

    from Shirley , United Kingdom;GB  on  February 15, 2006

    electrical problem had to be requested twice-and electrician left door open all day

  • 3/10 Jo ( Family with older children) 

    from Bristol , United Kingdom;GB  on  November 1, 2005

    "The Hotel was not what I was expecting,sea views are distant with most rooms without them.Also the rooms were a bit ''stale' not at all fresh.The swimming pool is tiny great for small children but no good if you want to swim.we wre diddapointed with the availability of food ,In other hotels they serve food all day and evening not just at meal times." (2890539)

    The room was adequate

    There is no food served out side of the luch/dinner times.When I enquired about a menu for room service there wasn't one and I was told its pot luck just ask .this is not clear enough or indeed there is not enough food available.

  • 8/10 Anne ( Mature couple) 

    from Hitchin , United Kingdom;GB  on  August 11, 2005

    "To be honest it was part of the fun discovering the place. We already knew the area. If I had known that they catered for families so well, it might have put me off intially but in fact every group was so well catered for and sensitively segregated that it was not an issue - so I would not have wanted to know this!" (2564394)

    We stayed with my elderly parents and the facilities were such that they could have a restful, peaceful time on the veranda whilst young families with children played elsewhere so neither group disturbed each other

    Perhaps more introductory explanations at the check in. We had to ask a lot to begin with.

  • 8/10 Paul ( Young couple) 

    from Chigwell , United Kingdom  on  August 9, 2005

    "Very pleasant stay, nice location, the bar is a bit expensive but facilities were great." (2518377)

    Clean room but door security could be better.

    Could add wireless/LAN internet access.

  • 3/10 John ( Mature couple) 

    from Swadlincote , United Kingdom;GB  on  July 11, 2005

    "The lunch took 25 mins to arrive - staff could not work the software for ordering food - all we ordered was a ploughman's and a pastie which was rubbish - the atitude of the person who looked after breakfast the following morning was rude - did not offer semi - skimmed milk - only full cream. Was told no one can tell the difference. We cancelled dinner as they opened up the resturant to the camp sites for a disco for the kids during dinner - not a problem if they kept this separate. Overall - I was extremely disappointed. We had booked for two nights but cancelled after the first day - moved on to a hotel that knows how to look after paying customers." (2482499)

    If this hotel keeps its 3 star rating I will be amazed

    Service - Food - Rooms brought up to date - Staff

  • 7/10 Peter ( Mature couple) 

    from Letchworth , United Kingdom;GB  on  June 22, 2005

    "As I said the hotel was exactly as described. No complaints on that score. Just expected better of the receptionist and the waiting on staff in the dining room." (2374659)

    The Hotel was exactly the same as the description on the website. It was clean and pleasant.

    Staff. There were two receptionists on arrival. One was checking in a family who arrived at the same time as my wife and myself. her colleague made the assumption that we were all together and made no attempt to check us in until we pointed out that we were NOT together. Our room was not ready for us, no big deal as we arrived around 12.00 but her suggestion that we had a drink until our room was available at around 2.30 was a little over the top. She did not suggest that we could leave our luggage behind reception, we had to ask! On a more positive note the Dining Room manageress who was on duty in the evening was excellent. She was very attentive, which is more than can be said for her younger members of staff, but I suppose it's early in the season and they will improve with experience.

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  June 11, 2005

    "I cannot say enough nice things about this hotel. The staff were very helpful, the room was small but cosy. I had a great sea view. Though I was travelling alone, I looked around and the facilities for children were excellent. I will one day bring my toddler on holiday." (2349300)

    Staff very friendly

    Gym equipment will need updating soon

  • 7/10 Adrian ( Mature couple) 

    from Crawley , United Kingdom;GB  on  June 1, 2005

    "Meal and lesiure opening times, evening dress code!" (2326699)

    Location

    Breakfast to start earlier, Checkecout to open earlier and lesiure facilities to stay open longer.

  • 8/10 Geoff ( Same sex couple) 

    from Glos , GB  on  August 12, 2008

    "Enjoyable. " (107184483)

    Amazing breakfast, situated in nice grounds with excellent mature tree cover. Staff were friendly and polite.

    Weather was bad!

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  • 9/10 Peter ( Mature couple) 

    from Dawson creek , Canada;CA  on  May 31, 2005

    "Would be an asset to have some good quality( quiet) music in the dinning room at breakfast/dinner time." (2260711)

  • 8/10 Carolyn ( Family with older children) 

    from Cardigan , United Kingdom;GB  on  May 25, 2005

    Facilities

  • 8/10 Angus ( Family with older children) 

    from Stamford , United Kingdom  on  May 4, 2005

    we arrived late did not have opportunity to enjoy what is obviously a good hotel the staff were great but time of year a bit expensive

  • 9/10 Anonymous ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    on  May 4, 2005

    "Good" (2212293)

    Close to Dawlish

    Limited evening menu

  • 10/10 Richard ( Young couple) 

    from Bristol , United Kingdom  on  March 16, 2005

    "we didnt know about the facilities that were at this hotel, so we were a bit dissapointed we were not prepard .eg took gym clothing and swimwear.t he rooms were of a good standard and well maintained.the staff were very polite and helpful and we are considering going back in the future with our children." (1906083)

    it was very clean and a well run hotel . the staff were very helpful and polite.

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Young couple) 

    on  January 2, 2005

    "Good hotel with choice of well cooked food, informal staff which some people like, possibly only because of time of year but nice to see people dressed for dinner. Lots of children and dogs staying which didn't really appeal to me" (1773531)

    Clean room, Coffee making facility, Bath, People dressed for dinner

    Children manning reception, Dogs barking in rooms

  • 7/10 Alan ( Solo business traveller) 

    from 11 west way , United Kingdom  on  December 4, 2004

    "Evening meal poor in quality (esp first course), overcooked and possibly reheated. Little choice. Waitress staff attentive, friendly and keen to help but could do with more training - somewhat amateur White wine warm and no possibility of replacement (all from same fridge said barman) All staff tried very hard, esp breakfast staff, barman and waitresses. Seems hotel not really used to business stayers - possibly more suited to holidaymakers. Breakfast v good but didn't open till 730 - 7 would have been more helpful.No staff till 8 so booking out done by man who happened to be hovering nearby. Room nice but v outdated colour scheme. V clean and comfortable." (1726900)

    Comfortable, quiet, not too hot

    distance from facilities of hotel, colour scheme

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Mature couple) 

    on  October 27, 2004

    "Accommodation booked via Internet. Perhaps price of evening meal menu might have been quoted in your information? There was no indication of special events evening nights when prices were considerably increased? Friday evening meal was £19.50 p.p.against £37.00 p.p. Saturday evening when special event was arranged. Hotel is well situated for accessing local facilities, particularly for families. Glad we visited in October being out of season. We would visit your hotel again." (1602237)

    Accessible to visit local friends living in Starcross. Room was clean/comfortable. Evening meal on Friday; plus Breakfast was good.

    Size of Room 38 excellent but floor boards squeaked badly when we walked round room or to bathroom? Immediate attention needed here!!

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Other) 

    on  September 30, 2004

    "We went away with my family of 11 age ranging from 75 to 4 and the hotel catered for all our tastes. The childrens playroom within the hotel could be better equipped and it was unfortunate there was no entertainment, not even a little music playing in the evening but everything else was very good." (1527275)

    that as a family of 5 we were able to have a family suite which enabled us to have a room of our own

  • 10/10 Paul ( Solo business traveller) 

    from Burgess hill , United Kingdom  on  August 31, 2004

    "An overnight stay is usually an overnight stay, more of a necessity in my role rather than a perference but this was different and certainly a welcome and pleasant change to the norm. The location is fantastic, I am not usually one for scenery but even I wandered out to take in the clifftop view and the staff were very friendly. If I ever need to stay in the area again this would be my first point of reference. Great value for money!" (1446287)

    Beautiful location and lovely hotel

    The gym wasnt quite the 'fully equiped' gym the website indicated.

  • 10/10 Rob ( Mature couple) 

    from Stourbridge , United Kingdom  on  August 25, 2004

    WHOLE PACKAGE WAS EXCEPTIONAL

    NONE

  • 10/10 Chris ( Solo leisure traveller) 

    from Weston super mare , United Kingdom  on  August 25, 2004

    "In an excellent location with a Lovely panoramic view of Dawlish bay, large but very homely complex, staff friendly and sincere, very helpfull, one of the nicest hotels I have visited, will certainly return." (1438158)

    large car park, food excellent, facilities second to none

    none whatsoever

  • 8/10 Chris ( Mature couple) 

    from Weston super mare , United Kingdom  on  August 17, 2004

    "very well placed hotel, with friendly staff and excellent facilities, very good for families with children." (1373168)

    very friendly staff, very well organised.

    lots of kids running around

  • 8/10 Anonymous ( Solo business traveller) 

    on  August 10, 2004

    "A very good hotel very clean and welcoming, an excellent hotel for families, good position, lovely veiws, very good facilities and plenty of parking." (1366321)

    Parking very good, Food excellent facilities excellent i.e. indoor swiming pool and gym

    no bad points

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