Smugglers Haunt Guest House Brixham, Brixham ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Church Hill East, Brixham, United Kingdom

Smugglers Haunt Guest House is a historically rich building located in the charming fishing town of Brixham, dating back to the 17th century. Originally two cottages, it was once home to notorious smuggler Bob Elliot. The hotel features recent renovations that respect its historical value. Situated just a short walk from the picturesque views of Tor Bay, it serves as a convenient base for exploring the area's attractions.

Location

Smugglers Haunt is located just a stone's throw from Brixham’s harbor, with nearby attractions like Coleton Fishacre House and Greenway House. While there is no parking onsite, the nearest public car park is approximately 0.1 miles away. The hotel is about 34 miles from Exeter International Airport, making it accessible for those traveling from afar.

Rooms

All rooms at Smugglers Haunt are designed to superior standards, ensuring quality and comfort. They feature amenities like carpeted floors, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities. Superior rooms are more spacious and include a seating area. Each guestroom has a private bathroom, equipped with either a bath or shower.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in a beautifully decorated nautical-themed restaurant. The hotel plans to offer evening meals in the near future. Guests can enjoy a complimentary full breakfast featuring local produce. Staff members are known for their warm hospitality, contributing to a pleasant dining experience.

Leisure & Business

Guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, perfect for work or leisure. Although there are no family rooms or additional beds offered, the hotel provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Business travelers will find the central location advantageous for accessing local events.

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2 persons

20 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Brixham700 ft

Airports

Exeter International (EXT) 32.4 mi

Bus

Bus stop 5.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The breakfast was absolutely superb, featuring high-quality, fresh ingredients that made each morning enjoyable.view full review

Comfortable Stay!

The room was spotless and the bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep during my stay.view full review

Great Additions!

I appreciated being able to store my suitcase before check-in, making my travel arrangements smoother and stress-free.view full review

Perfect Amenities!

The facilities had everything I needed for self-catering, making it easy to prepare my own meals whenever I wanted.view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Breakfast
Free breakfast

Room features

Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Church Hill East, Brixham, United Kingdom

Map view

Church Hill East, Brixham, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Nature reserve

Berry Head National Nature Reserve

1.4 mi

Museums

Brixham Battery Heritage Centre

2600 ft

Lupton House

2200 ft

Fishcombe Cove

3000 ft

Brixham Harbour

South West Coast Path

2400 ft

Beach

Churston Cove

4500 ft

Berry Head Road Overlooking the harbour

Brixham War Memorial

2700 ft

Beach

Shoalstone Pool

4600 ft

S W Coast Path

Vigilance Of Brixham

2400 ft

Fishcombe Rd

Battery Gardens

2800 ft

Lighthouse

Brixham Breakwater

3900 ft

Beach

St. Mary's Bay

5300 ft

Ealing Cl

Sharkham Point

4200 ft

Unnamed Road Brixham TQ5 9AB

Brixham Breakwater Lighthouse

4000 ft

Beach

Elberry Cove

1.4 mi

Brixham TQ5 9AW

Compass Statue

1.5 mi

Brixham TQ5 0HT

Lupton, Brixham

1.6 mi

Beach

Mansands Lane

1.7 mi

Beach

Broadsands Beach

1.9 mi

Hillhead

1.9 mi

Dartmouth Road Three Beaches

Waterside Holiday Park

2.3 mi

Beach

Saltern Cove

2.3 mi

Greenway Road Galmpton

Greenway

3.1 mi

Nearby

26a S W Coast Path

Brixham Harbour

400 ft

Museums

Golden Hind Museum Ship

1500 ft

King William 3 The Strand

William Prince of Orange

1200 ft

Museums

Brixham Heritage Museum

500 ft

Gallery

Strand Art Gallery

1200 ft

Broadway Theatre

Brixham Theatre

500 ft

Inner Harbour The Quay

Brixhams Treasure Ltd

1200 ft

Restaurants

The Long Bar

500 ft

Union Lane

Brixham Grilll Fish Bar

500 ft

27 Fore Street

The Vigilance

500 ft

5 Bolton Street

Serious Shrimp

900 ft

The Strand

The Golden Fish

1100 ft

1 The Strand

I.scream

1200 ft

85 Fore Street

Brixham Fish Restaurant & Takeaway

2300 ft

22 The Quay

DillyDally Tearoom

1200 ft

1 King Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

great location

limited breakfast options

Narrow room

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.3

Service

8.0

Dining

8.7

Adam

United Kingdom, February 2024

9.0/10

The Smugglers Haunt in Brixham offers clean rooms and a full English breakfast for a reasonable £105 to stay. The hotel has great character and a pleasant atmosphere, with very hospitable service. The location is brilliant, close to the harbor and town center, making it an ideal choice for a stay. The dining experience provides freshly prepared and tasty meals, served in a very pleasant dining area. The facilities are well-maintained and add to the overall comfort of the stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms at the Smugglers Haunt were clean and comfortable, providing a cozy retreat during the stay.

Service

8.0

The service at the hotel was very hospitable, with staff who displayed great character and created a pleasant atmosphere throughout the stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location couldn't have been more perfect, situated in a small side-street close to the central bus stop and shopping area, just a short walk from Brixham Harbor and the town center.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful, with freshly prepared and very tasty breakfasts served in an airy dining room by pleasant staff.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities at the hotel were well-maintained, offering additional comfort and convenience during the stay.

friendly staff

limited breakfast options

Jon

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

The hotel was comfortable and clean. The breakfast was lovely and filling, just what you need to keep you going for the day. It felt really safe for a lady traveling solo. However, the room was very narrow with no outside window and nowhere to dry the towels.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable and clean, spotless, making me feel safe as a solo traveler.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and the staff were always available for a chat when I had questions.

Location

9.0

The location was very good, with easy access to restaurants, buses, and the harbor. It was close to the local car park and harbor/town.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was lovely and filling, just what you need to keep you going for the day. It was freshly prepared and of an excellent standard.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered great dining options and cooked fresh meals.

Clean

Narrow room

Mike

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.0/10

The hotel was comfortable and clean, with plenty of hot water in the shower; however, the lack of coffee or tea bags was a downside. The service was pleasant overall, though there were some instances of abrasiveness. The location was excellent, close to the harbour and town centre, making it a brilliant choice for exploring. The dining experience was lovely and filling, offering a range of delicious options. The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall comfort of the stay.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable and clean, with plenty of hot water in the shower.

Service

7.0

The service was pleasant overall, with thoughtful extras like a fridge and cutlery.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, close to the harbour and town centre, making it a brilliant choice for exploring.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely and welcoming, with delicious options available.