The 19 Best hotels in Dartmoor National Park (2025)

Dartmoor is one of the UK's 15 National Parks. Covering nearly 1,000 square kilometres, it is an area of dramatic scenery, wild moorland, remote hill farms and tucked away villages. It is also home to herds of Disney-cute Dartmoor ponies. The River Dart rises high on the moor and spills into the sea at Dartmouth on the south coast of Devon. So, as you can imagine, the best hotels in Dartmoor National Park are all set amidst spectacular scenery!

The moor is covered in rocky granite outcrops known as Tors. The granite from Dartmoor has been used locally to build houses, roads, enclosures for animals and large fortunes for 19th-century quarry owners. Visitors and locals use the Tors now as picnic spots, climbing challenges, shelter, and even hiding places for secret letters.

There is plenty to do for those heading to the Dartmoor National Park for an outdoor break. There are walks galore, whether you just want a short amble or a more exertive day's hike. Similarly, there are more than 350km of paths and bridleways suitable for cyclists, and horse-riding is a very popular activity. Fishing for brown trout, sea trout and salmon on the River Dart makes a great day out, and canoeing is possible here from October to March.

The best hotels in Dartmoor National Park range from grand converted estates to charming pubs with rooms. Most of the hotels are set in characterful traditional buildings and almost all on our list have spectacular rural views. Whether you are booking a family break, a romantic escape, or an outdoorsy getaway, there is something for most tastes and budgets here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your stay?

For a Countryside Retreat

• Mitchelcroft is the perfect retreat, a three-room B&B located within the National Park. Each of the rooms is different, but they all have a private deck overlooking the park, and offering a comfortable place to sit and contemplate the vast beauty. The breakfast room has floor-to-ceiling windows too, and the breakfasts they serve will set you up well for a day of exploring. The hosts will also rustle up packed lunches.

For Foodies

• For laidback luxury or a special occasion, Gidleigh Park near Chagford has newly refurbished spacious, comfortable rooms, beautiful gardens, a lovely tennis court and a Michelin-starred restaurant. A great spot for an indulgent country escape.

For families

• Palatial, with a Gothic edge, Bovey Castle is a country house hotel thoughtfully imagined to offer something luxurious for every contemporary family member: think Lego room service for the smalls, and bespoke spa treatments for the bigs - for starters! Originally built by the family who set up the newsagent chain WH Smith, Bovey Castle now has 60 rooms and suites, plus the vast spa complete with swimming pool, sauna and hot tubs; the grounds with its tennis courts, croquet lawns, stables, archery grounds, falconry and hawk displays, golf course, fishable river; and two restaurants. It’s lots of family fun for all.

For a dog-friendly stay

• Weeke Barton is a gorgeous small hotel with just five smart rooms on the north eastern edge of Dartmoor, surrounded by the Teign Valley. There's a snug bar, cosy lounge and dining room with wood burners and your four legged friend can come too!
• Prince Hall is another rural gem, right in the middle of the National Park. The nine rooms are done in a classic style, and most are spacious with fantastic moorland views. There's an on-site restaurant, and dogs are more than welcome!
• Turtley Corn Mill is set on six acres of forested grounds along the river Glazebrook. The comfortable interiors are light and airy, plus there are two luxury lodges with lakeside views, both of which accommodate four-legged friends. A romantic restaurant and bar with an inviting fire completes this idyllic picture. 

For a B&B

• Burnville Farm is a sophisticated and elegant B&B on the Western edge of Dartmoor. In addition to the four luxurious rooms, there's a beautiful drawing room and evening meals on request.
• Kilbury Manor is a charming longhouse manor conversion, set on four acres along the River Dart, and just south of Dartmoor. Now run as a B&B, with four very pleasant rooms, plus a self-catering cottage, Kilbury Manor is a warm and welcoming place - the owner was a finalist in the AA’s Friendliest Landlady of the Year awards. Two of the rooms are in the main house and two are in the barn, and all have lovely views of the pretty gardens.
• The Cider House was the former cider house of the Buckland Abbey monks. Now an elegant B&B, this is a real charmer. Set amidst lovely gardens and featuring just four chic, luxurious rooms and delicious breakfasts with many of the ingredients grown on site. Perfect for a sophisticated rural retreat.

For a spa break

• Ilsington Country House is a luxurious escape where you can not only be pampered in the extensive spa, but also enjoy fabulous food (the restaurant has 2AA Rosettes), and bring the whole family (as well as the large indoor heated pool, there are a range of outdoor activities and board games etc to keep the youngsters happy).

For a traditional feel

• Mill End Hotel is a great option if you're looking for a country escape with a classic feel. Open fires and cosy interiors offer a welcoming feel, and the restaurant serves delicious seasonal cuisine.
• The Three Crowns in Chagford is a thatched inn that dates back in parts to the 13th century. The rooms are a successful blend of classic design, accompanied by all the modern touches and accessories you'd expect from a luxury establishment.

Pubs with rooms

• The Rock Inn boasts traditionally styled en suite bedrooms with plenty of period features and some with dramatic four poster beds. The food's pretty good too - the restaurant has held 2 AA Rosettes since 2016.
• On the northern edges of Dartmoor, you'll find the Dartmoor Inn with its three cosy guest rooms, which have been finished in a classic, sophisticated style.
• Situated in the centre of Chagford, The Globe Inn has seven individually styled rooms, plus a popular bar and restaurant downstairs.
• The pretty Elephant's Nest Inn just oozes period charm. There are three comfortable rooms, but the real draw here is the fantastic pub and restaurant where there's a regularly changing menu championing local produce.
• Eversfield Organic at the Ring of Bells Inn is a charming 13th-century inn set in the heart of Dartmoor. Having undergone a renovation, the five rooms are fresh and bright, with simple whitewashed walls offset with smart contemporary prints, and the bathrooms are reassuringly indulgent. The cosy pub serves local brews and modern British fare.
• Live and Let Live Inn is a beautifully renovated inn set amidst picturesque countryside near Dartmoor. The three rooms are fresh and bright with whitewashed walls juxtaposed with exposed brick walls. The gastropub is locally popular and has a lively vibe. A chic rural stay.
• The Castle Inn Lydford is a historic pub in a pretty Dartmoor village. Characterful bedrooms are in the main house or the cottage across the lane, some have wooden beams, exposed brick and a roll-top bath. There's a restaurant serving gastro fare, plus a cosy bar with a fire. Everything you might want from a pub stay.

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