Blue Ball Inn

Countisbury, Lynmouth, EX35 6NE, United Kingdom
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Blue Ball Inn

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Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
834 reviews

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The Blue Ball Inn is located in the north of Exmoor National Park, 550 yards from the sea. It offers home-cooked food, a traditional pub and rooms with countryside views. Rooms at this former 13th-century coaching inn feature TVs, alarm clocks and radios. Tea/coffee making facilities and ironing equipment is provided. The restaurant serves traditional British cuisine and local Devon specialties. The pub has stone fire places, exposed beams and a fine selection of wines and local ales. The villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, renowned for their beautiful hiking trails, are within 2 miles of The Blue Ball. Free parking is available at the Blue Ball Inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 full beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Claysmom
    United States United States
    “Charming Inn with great history. Location is excellent for access to walking paths and close enough to Lynmouth and Lynton without being in town. The rooms were so comfortable and the bathroom was very modern. It was SO quiet at night yet there...”
  • Peggy
    United States United States
    “Loved this quaint hotel in beautiful area of Lynmouth. Nice bar area. Great staff and very nice continental breakfast.”
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “location for the SW coastal path is really convenient. Staff were friendly and the food at dinner and breakfast were excellent. Car parking opposite the hotel again a bonus.”
  • Rebecca
    United States United States
    “I have so many good things to say about Blue Ball. The house, the food, the location- every morning a delicious breakfast, easy bus or walk the coast path into Lynmouth… afternoons spent walking the hillside around the Inn, spectacular sunsets...”
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fabulous location , beautiful old coaching Inn …. Cosy and quirky”
  • E
    United States United States
    “I loved my room - number 12. It was large, comfortable, and quiet, with a beautiful view of the countryside. The ensuite bathroom was large, modern with a lovely window and a large bathtub, Heaven after a long hike! The location is great -...”
  • Sandra
    Australia Australia
    “The Blue Ball Inn is wonderfully restored and managed to provide the best of its history while keeping guests comfortable. The location is specifically good for walkers with a variety of options available and walk directions provided for guests....”
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A wonderful location on the main road into Lynmouth with open land to walk our dog behind the church opposite (views to die for!). Great area for walkers on the edge of Exmoor and the Inn was comfortable and popular (full during our stay)....”
  • Paul
    Australia Australia
    “Wonderful place to stay great location. Easy access to coastal walks and day trips”
  • Rebecca
    United States United States
    “Historic property. Beautiful countryside and nearby cliffside views.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.2Based on 832 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We have over 40 years of hospitality and catering experience. We pride ourselves in offering well kept ales, fine wines, and great food. Whenever possible using local seasonal produce.

Property info

The Blue Ball Inn is a traditional hotel which welcomes dirty boots and muddy paws, great location for walking Exmoor. We are very dog friendly everywhere in the pub, however in our rooms we allow a maximum of 3 dogs at a time, with 8 pounds charge per night per dog.

Neighborhood info

We are located just outside the twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth at the top of Countisbury Hill. The Inn is Located in an ideal position to enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of Exmoor. There are many walks starting from the door of the Inn.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Blue Ball Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note the property does not accept group bookings of 4 or more rooms.

Late arrival after 11pm needs to be arranged in advance by calling 01598 741263.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Blue Ball Inn

  • The prices at Blue Ball Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Blue Ball Inn is 1.5 miles from the center of Lynmouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Blue Ball Inn include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • Blue Ball Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Darts

  • Check-in at Blue Ball Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Blue Ball Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1