The Lorna Doone Hotel

The Lorna Doone Hotel - A late 19th-century family-run hotel with individually furnished rooms and scenic Exmoor access

The Lorna Doone Hotel, a late 19th-century building spread over three floors, is a family-run, licensed hotel and restaurant. Rooms are individually furnished, named after characters from R.D. Blackmore's 'Lorna Doone,' and include options like twin, standard double, or king-size beds, all with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms feature courtyard or coastal views, including a standard double with a sitting room and sofa bed. The hotel serves a full breakfast, with a restaurant and bar on-site, and offers pet-friendly accommodations (excluding small double rooms) at no extra charge. Situated in Porlock, it provides easy access to Exmoor National Park, Exmoor Coastline, and nearby attractions like Porlock Weir Harbour and Greencombe Gardens. Private dining and event catering are available for groups of up to 60 people.

Pros

Individually furnished rooms themed after 'Lorna Doone,' with sea or courtyard views in select units.

Pet-friendly policy with no extra charge for dogs in most rooms.

Proximity to Exmoor National Park and Porlock's shops, with marked walking paths to Bossington and Culbone Church.

On-site restaurant and bar, plus a terrace and garden for guests.

Cons

No on-site parking; guests must use nearby public car parks.

Limited accessibility for those with mobility issues due to the historic multi-floor layout.