The Ilsington Hotel is a quintessential English country house hotel located within the boundaries of Dartmoor National Park. Set amidst 10 acres of landscaped gardens, the Ilsington commands stunning panoramic views over the heather-clad moorland and granite tors of Dartmoor.
With a traditional character and a laid-back vibe, guests can unwind in various ways. The two beautiful lounges are ideal for a game of afternoon chess and a choice of three cream teas, or guests can book pre-dinner spa time, whether in the pool or with one of the therapists.
Boasts one of South Devon’s most acclaimed restaurants, and the proud owner of two AA rosettes, The Ilsington restaurant strikes the perfect balance between traditional classics and comforting modern English cooking. Alternatively, guests can opt for a light lunch at the Blue Tiger Inn or indulge in traditional Devonshire cream teas with homemade scones.
The panoramic setting is captivating, surrounded by Dartmoor National Park and its own five acres hosting a friendly flock of chickens. Whether walking and then enjoying lunch, cycling and then relaxing in the sauna, or horse riding followed by stretching out, the hydrotherapy pool is ready to ease away any aches and pains, and the Tibetan spa offers rejuvenating massages and facials.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking (85 cars)
- EV charging points
- Health club
- Spa
- Tennis
- Restaurant
- Traditional pub
- 25 Bedrooms
- 3 Meeting rooms
- Check-in: 15:00
- Check-out: 11:00
- Lift
- Front desk (08:00-22:30)
- Room service
- Concierge
- Safe deposit
- Luggage storage
- Laundry service
- Dry cleaning
- Accessible public areas
- Packed lunches
Short Breaks & Special Offers
Bedrooms & Suites
Single Room
Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, toiletries, and hairdryer. Single rooms are located on the first floor.
Standard Double Room
Standard rooms are located on the ground floor. Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, toiletries, and hairdryer.
Standard Twin Room
Standard rooms are located on the ground floor. Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, toiletries, and hairdryer.
Country Double Room
Country rooms are located on the first floor. Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, mineral water, bathrobes, toiletries, and hairdryer. Country rooms are located on the first floor.
Country Twin Room
Country rooms are located on the first floor. Country style en suite two twin beds bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, mineral water, bathrobes, toiletries, and hairdryer.
Superior Double/Twin
Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, mineral water, bathrobes, toiletries, and hairdryer. Superior rooms are more spacious than country bedrooms and can accommodate an extra bed or cot for children under 16 years.
Deluxe Double Room
Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, mineral water, bathrobes, toiletries, and hairdryer. Beautifully furnished large rooms with luxury bathrooms. Two bedrooms are on the second floor, with roll-top baths and walk-in showers. One further bedroom is on the first floor with a king-sized bed and a high specification shower.
Deluxe Twin Room
Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, digital TV/radio, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, mineral water, bathrobes, toiletries, and hairdryer. Beautifully furnished large room with luxury bathroom.
Family Suite
Country style en suite bedroom offering free Wi-Fi, digital TV/radio, Playstation, writing desk, direct dial telephone, alarm clock, ironing station, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade flapjacks, mineral water, bathrobes, toiletries, and hairdryer. Ideal for families or guests seeking more space, these suites feature a separate sitting room with TV and Playstation. Family suites are located on the first floor.
Food & Drink
The Restaurant
The Ilsington Hotel’s flagship restaurant is one of the highest rated dining establishments in the area, awarded two rosettes by the AA for the superb quality of its food. Beautifully presented dishes, including traditional classics, are prepared from locally sourced ingredients. The menu reflects the seasonal changes in produce in the region; from yellow-green Devon pastures, to the dramatic Heritage Coast. Guests can savour a true taste of Devon whilst taking in spectacular views of the unspoilt Devonshire countryside, towards iconic Haytor Rocks.
Please reserve a table for dinner in advance.
Blue Tiger Inn
Located within the hotel, the Blue Tiger offers the rustic ambience of a top Dartmoor pub with stunning countryside views. Featuring a bistro-style menu with home-smoked meat and fish, guests can delve into traditional dishes like the Blue Tiger fish pie or share something a little more exotic, such as Dartmoor sushi, with chocolate fondue to finish.
Al Fresco Dining
In the summer, dining at the Ilsington Hotel reveals an altogether different flavour. Take a seat in the fresh open air – sunny or shade – and dine al fresco. The Blue Tiger Inn features a large sun terrace overlooking the hotel’s beautifully manicured gardens where you can make the most of the fine weather and take your fish pie outside.
Afternoon Tea
Don’t miss the opportunity to indulge in a Devonshire afternoon tea whilst staying in this glorious setting – savour homemade scones with fruit preserve and cream, sandwiches, cakes and a pot of tea. Both traditional afternoon tea and champagne afternoon tea are available to order and can be enjoyed in the hotel lounge – sitting comfortably by the roaring log fire – or on the Blue Tiger terrace, overlooking the landscaped grounds. Afternoon tea can be booked in advance, at a special price, when booking your room via classicbritishhotels.com.
Private Dining
The unique surroundings of the Islington Hotel present a wonderful setting for private dinners and celebrations. The hotel caters for reunions, anniversaries, family gatherings, birthday parties, charity and club events, and business dinners. Choose from a range of private rooms, each with its own individual character. The Haytor Suite offers direct access to the back lawn with stunning views of Haytor Rocks. Call Classic British Hotels on 0844 967 0984 for advice and let us help you organise a memorable private dinner.
Wellness
Spa | Health Club
If the view from your bedroom window has put you in the right frame of mind, or if you’re looking for a place to unwind after spending the day clambering up Dartmoor’s tors, the Ilsington offers a stunning Asian-inspired spa with an 11-metre indoor pool, a bubbling hydrotherapy pool, a sauna, a steam room and an experience shower. Brace yourself for a hair-raising ‘kubel dusche’ – an elevated bucket of ice-cold water – clear your mind in the mood-lit steam room, or just relax poolside with a good read. On-site, there is also a Life Fitness gymnasium and, across the road from the hotel, an all-weather, floodlit tennis court.
- Indoor pool
- Hydrotherapy pool
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Experience showers
- Treatment suites
- Gymnasium
- Tennis
Spa Treatments
A range of spa treatments, using bespoke spa products, are available to book.
- Massages
- Facials
- Holistic therapies
- Skin rejuvenation
Location
Ilsington Village, Nr Newton Abbot, Devon TQ13 9RR, Great Britain
- Newton Abbot Train Station (6 miles)
- Exeter Airport (20 miles)
- Bristol Airport (82 miles)
- Plymouth (30 miles)
Places to Visit
- South Devon Railway -
- South Devon Heritage Coast -
- Buckfast Abbey -
- Haytor, Dartmoor -
Meetings & Events
Hound Tor
Theatre
Banquet
Boardroom
Classroom
U-Shape
- Ground floor
- Natural daylight
- Air-conditioned
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