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The Harbour Lights

2.0 star property
B&B near Ilfracombe Harbour in Ilfracombe

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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26 Broad Street, Ilfracombe, England, EX34 9BL
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Ilfracombe Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Hele Bay Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room (3rd Floor Room 82)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (1st Floor Room 63)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (3rd Floor ROOM 86)

Twin Room (3rd Floor ROOM 86)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (Room 74)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (3rd Floor Rooms 83/84)

Double Room (3rd Floor Rooms 83/84)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (1st Floor with balcony)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (2nd Floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Sea View (3rd floor)

Double Room, Sea View (3rd floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (3rd Floor Rooms 80/81)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (1st Floor Room 64)

Twin Room (1st Floor Room 64)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (1st Floor)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ilfracombe

In Ilfracombe .You'll be steps from Ilfracombe Harbour and a 5-minute walk from Verity Statue. Also, Wildersmouth Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Ilfracombe Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Verity Statue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ilfracombe Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hele Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sandy Cove Beach - 18 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Chapelton Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Larkstone Cafe and Leisure Park - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dolly's Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Harbour Lights

B&B near Ilfracombe Harbour in Ilfracombe
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Ilfracombe bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Harbour Lights offers 9 accommodations. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Languages

English

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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$66 nightly
The price is $79
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Harbour Lights to the airport?

The Harbour Lights is 153.3 mi (210-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Harbour Lights have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Harbour Lights.

How close is The Harbour Lights to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 6-minute walk from Wildersmouth Beach and 12-minute walk from Ilfracombe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Harbour Lights offer free breakfast?

The Harbour Lights does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Harbour Lights?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Harbour Lights?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Harbour Lights?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Harbour Lights have a pool?

The Harbour Lights does not have a pool.

Does The Harbour Lights have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Harbour Lights have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Harbour Lights to downtown Ilfracombe?

The Harbour Lights is 0.5 mi away from Ilfracombe.

The Harbour Lights Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
The room was as expected. Good location and views. Had researched this so knew parking was nearby which was fine. Obviously recently refurbished but it must have been on a tight budget. Everything seemed to be done cheaply and not very well. Disappointed that the decor didn’t do justice to such a historic building
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, very hospitable

Great location, Covid safe, very clean, great breakfast, very friendly hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service

They were really careful about keeping everyone safe. Room was spotless and had everything I needed. Only one downside. Just be aware that the third floor is a long way up to have to carry your luggage! The guest house is perfectly positioned for the harbour
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and cheerful hotel

The hotel was clean and tidy and had good amenities, I booked it at short notice due for work but would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean comfortable and well located
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay here , Ruth & Steve try very hard and are lovely people , good location and the breakfast is superb .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mr C Johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Harbour lights - a nice place to stay

Harbour lights is a nice comfy hotel very close to harbour and local bars restaurants act. Steve a Ruth, the hosts are friendly and helpful. Ilfracombe is a great place to stay for walking the fantastic coastal path Recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice b n b

Nice venue, nice couple running the place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Worcestershire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location close to the harbour. Comfortable room and good breakfast. Nick and Alex very welcoming. Excellent value.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleasant hotel - we'd stay again.

Attentive staff, an excellent central location near the harbour and well prepared clean rooms made this a very pleasant two night stay. We would most certainly book again next time we visit ! Communication prior to staying was excellent including thorough directions, information about the room and an unexpected call just before we arrived (on time) to say the room was ready and did we need any help.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

mary, uk

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

had I seen/known the location would not have book

good welcome from one of the owners,,,,,,taken to the room. immediate saw v v tired and unclean carpet ,,,,,,,,,,,,,not decorated since 2000 I think ,,,,,,,,,carpet not cleaned likewise .... food presented well and cooked well dining room for breakfast ,,dull , dark and old,, unfortunately no ammout of good staff will not or cannot hide this . all clean linen but pillows need protectors , not nice sleeping on recent users night dribble. towels and sheets clean and laundered ,,,plenty of hot water, room v v small for two, had I not paid 50% had I not paid 50% up fron t would not have stayed ,,,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good position

Still no communication from you over selling to us room which was not one offered .Please reply Mrs H Goodbody

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely comfortable stay close to shops restaurants

Plenty to do here at harbour lights as it is situated central to everything eg harbour, shops, restaurants, sea and beach and beautiful walks around the cliff.

8/10 Good

christine, GLOUCESTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

JUST WHAT WE NEEDED

A BRILLIANT STAY WITH A WARM WELCOME. NOTHING IS TOO MUCH. RIGHT IN THE CENTRE OF THE QUAY SO EASILY ACCESSIBLE ANYTIME OF THE DAY. WILL DEFINITELY BE GOING THERE AGAIN.

8/10 Good

jenp, kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good B&B close to harbour

We spent 2 nights at the harbour lights. The owners were very friendly, welcoming. Check in and out were quick and easy. The B&B is clean and the room had everything I needed. It's in a nice location right by the harbour

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Derbyshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. Very clean. The staff were excellent. The extra touches were very pleasing. Position was fantastic. Good breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

recommend.

Glad we picked this B&B. No parking but there isn't any hotels with parking in Ilfracombe, you can pull up outside,drop off & use a carpark round the corner. Large rooms & 1 min walk from quay. Friendly owners and they give you a key and leave you to yourself - the way I like it.

10/10 Excellent

Jack, cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay!

We had such a relaxing stay with Steve, Ruth and Nic, who made us so welcome that it was like staying with good friends. We were impressed by the cleanliness of "The Harbour Lights" and also by the excellent breakfasts. Exceptional value for money and we would have no hesitation in recommending it. Thank you all it was great meeting you, hope we meet again. Mags and Jack.

8/10 Good

Phuong, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice stay in Ilfracombe

A very friendly welcome from Ruth. With regard to parking - You have to go round the corner and pay around £3.10 for the whole day. Overall the stay was pleasant with everything we needed in the room. Bed was comfy. Some noise from the pub next door on the Saturday but didn't disturb our sleep too much. Great location - and close to the restaurants. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Honeymooners

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little BnB

Room was nice and quaint. Stairs were steep and had to climb 4 floors to get to our room but other than that everything was perfect. Breakfast was fantastic and the staff was wonderful.

8/10 Good

Lesley, Somerset

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Warm welcome, lovely location

As soon as we stepped through the door of this lovely guest house we were greeted with a very warm welcome from the owners. Our room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. Breakfast was lovely.