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The Olive Branch

56 Fore Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9DJ, United Kingdom • The best-rated area in Ilfracombe – Excellent location – show map
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The Olive Branch
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About this property

Historic Setting

The Olive Branch in Ilfracombe is housed in a historic building, offering sea views and a private bathroom. Each room features a tea and coffee maker, free toiletries, and a work desk.

Comfortable Accommodations

Guests enjoy amenities such as bathrobes, spa bath, fireplace, and soundproofing. Additional comforts include a refrigerator, TV, and wardrobe.

Dining and Services

The property provides a daily housekeeping service, live music, and free WiFi. Menus cater to special diets, and room service is available.

Local Attractions

Wildersmouth Beach is a 3-minute walk away, Lundy Office 400 metres, and Chambercombe Manor 19-minute walk. Exeter International Airport is 101 km distant.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

House rules

American Express cards are not accepted at this property.

Please note that express check-in is available at this property upon request. Guests should contact the property to arrange this after making their reservation.

Please note that parking is off-site, at a a public car parking nearby. Booking is not required, but charges may apply.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card CVC required

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

• Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

• This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by The Olive Branch.

Located in Ilfracombe, United Kingdom.

FAQs about The Olive Branch

Yes, breakfast is available at this property.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Olive Branch is 0.5 km from the center of Ilfracombe.
Room options at The Olive Branch include:
  • Twin Room
  • Superior Room
  • Superior Double Room
  • Large Superior Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

9.5

Superb

409 reviews

M

Marcus

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
10.0
+ Large clean room, excellent facilities, great breakfasts, lovely manager. Large clean room, excellent facilities, great breakfasts, lovely manager.

young couple · Large Superior Room

F

Frances

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 weeks ago
9.0
+ Excellent breakfast. Very good location for getting the boat to Lundy. A lovely building in historic Fore St Excellent breakfast. Very good location for getting the boat to Lundy. A lovely building in historic Fore St
- Rather a lot of stairs with luggage Rather a lot of stairs with luggage

solo traveller · Twin Room

Facilities of The Olive Branch

Non-smoking rooms Room service Internet services Parking Tea/Coffee maker

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Activities

  • Aerobics
  • Archery
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Water park
  • Mini golf
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Diving
  • Bowling
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Tennis court

Media & Technology

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Room service

Health & Safety

  • First aid kit available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Other

  • Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for The Olive Branch

9.5

Superb

409 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.9
Facilities 9.3
Cleanliness 9.7
Comfort 9.7
Value for money 9.6
Location 9.7
Free Wifi 8.5

Score distribution

Superb
324
Good
75
Okay
8
Poor
2

Scores by traveler type

Families 9.7
With friends 9.6
Solo travelers 9.3
Couples 9.6
Business travelers 9.6

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Guest reviews

M

Marcus

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Large Superior  Room Large Superior Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Large clean room, excellent facilities, great breakfasts, lovely manager.
F

Frances

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Twin Room Twin Room 3 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Excellent breakfast. Very good location for getting the boat to Lundy. A lovely building in historic Fore St
− Rather a lot of stairs with luggage
P

Paul

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Single Room Single Room 3 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Very comfortable room which was spotlessly clean and in great condition. Room was larger than I would have expected for a single room. Bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was very tasty with a great choice of cooked and cold selections. Last but not least, Jo was a great host.
− TV had very few channels available to watch.
L

Linda

🇦🇺 Australia

10.0
Superior Room Superior Room 3 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Central Friendly Like a home-stay Quirky Shanties!
P

Paul

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Twin Room Twin Room 1 month ago young couple
+ A genuinely pleasant experience, interesting decor, comfortable beds, good quality towels and an excellent breakfast. Good value too.
− There are a lot of stairs, so wouldn’t suit anyone with mobility problems.