Sidholme Hotel in East Devon

Unfortunately now closed!! Had some good times here.

Lovely place soothing and quiet..great swimming pool.. Lovely and very helpful staff... I definitely want to go again.... a.s.a.p

Our room was extremely disappointing. The mattress and sheets were damp. The mattress felt like it had not been changed in decades. There was no TV in the room and we were expected to use a shared shower and toilet that would not have been out of place in an 18th century asylum. We decided not to stay and returned to the front desk for a refund. The receptionist was clearly used to complaints and had a ready made scripted response that was effectively tough luck. She was very rude. While we were trying to get a refund another employee of the hotel was behind the receptionist who agreed that our complaints were justified while laughing at us. All of this cost around £90 and we were refused any refund at all. Not only should you not stay at this hotel, but the local health and safety inspector should pay a visit. Our room was not suitable for human occupation. I am disgusted in the hotel and it’s staff.

What a beautiful calming place with such a lovely atmosphere and wonderful caring staff. All in all absolutely fantastic.

This was my third visit. On the positives, the room was clean, breakfast was superb, staff are friendly, but sadly the room I was allocated on this occasion needed some attention. Negatively, the wallpaper was peeling of torn, there was a huge watermark on the ceiling from previous damp, and the window frames were black from dirt and/ or damp. I was told that this was the most popular room and I agree that given the view of the garden and of the sea in the distance, this would be the case. Sadly the view inside the room is very different. Hax I been staying longer than ghd few days I was there, I would have requested a change of room. A little tlc required, especially since I would have been paying the same as those with better decorated rooms. Not sure I would wish to return, but sho knows, I might

Shabby, dirty, un-cared-for, unenthusiastic staff, friendly helpful manager, good food

We had a lovely stay here. It's very basic, but for the money you pay, it is well worth it! You get breakfast included which is a massive variety and also have use of the swimming pool which is clean! There is loads of parking and only a short walk to Sidmouth.

Beautiful grounds, next time want to try staying in the main house

Excellent as always. Concertina band weekend and Sunday concert. A great success. Thank you Sidholme for the perfect venue.

Beautiful building, a little tired and reception guy could be warmer. Good food but if you don't book an evening meal you are put in a room all on your own

Brilliant hotel, excellent food, friendly helpful staff!

Not my type of hotel as very religious and old world

Delightful old hotel tucked away from the road but only a short walk from the seafront. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Rooms are well appointed if not 'posh'. Catered very well for our large group of musicians. Breakfasts good: dinners serviceable. They cater for both groups and individuals/couples/families but I didn't see any packages offered without evening meal (correct me if I'm wrong) which would discourage those seeking to explore the culinary hot-spots of Sidmouth by night. Overall excellent value for money!

Excellent service and lovely friendly staff who are welcoming and happy to help. We also had the buffet breakfast which was very tasty and they supplied vegan sausages on request which was very thoughtful of them. The main building looks really nice and its a good location right next to the sea and the swimming pool looked nice too. Now for the reason I have given only three starts was for the accommodation itself. I don't believe these rooms have been updated since the 60's. Original wallpaper that had been painted over and horrible very old fashioned radios that didn't even work. We had no tv or toilet and had to go to any building if we wanted to watch tv. Another thing was the hygiene. I don't believe anyone had ever bought a hoover into that building, there were big dark stains on the old carpet floor and dirt under the lamps. I the shared bathroom there was also lots of dust and when I moved the tissue box by accident there were sticky stains under there too. If this hotel had a refurbish and was cleaned properly it could easily become a five star hotel.

A good hotel 🏨 if not a little quaint. Most suitable venue for running 🏃 Christian Events. Good food also. Enjoy and relax.

Very small room, breakfast ok. The garden and trees were splendid. Just a short walk to the seafront.

Most extensive breakfast we have ever had in England. We had a room in the annex building. Share bathroom with the other guests. Unfortunately the hotel was fully booked

Small room, great breakfast, good value, gorgeous staff. Lovely swimming pool. Shame there was no jacuzzi

Busy hotel in a great location for sight seeing and getting about visiting the town and surrounding area. Swimming pool was clean and a bonus. Breakfast buffet has plenty of choice and the grounds are beautiful and peaceful. Free parking available.

Awful hotel. The annexe rooms are dirty. The bed was so uncomfortable. Honestly pay more and stay somewhere else

Lovely place, well located, bedrooms very tastefully decorated, breakfast for me, a non cooked one, superb.

Me and my wife stayed here from 19/22 September 2019 room 18, We had a fantastic stay and all the staff were very helpful and friendly, I don't understand why people leave not so good reviews, If people look at what they are booking instead of just looking at the price you know clearly what you are getting for your money when you stay here, Anyone not sure what you are booking then i recommend call the hotel as the staff will look after you i am sure, 10/10 for us and i will return again very very good !!!!!!!!! Mr & Mrs D Wright

Been on several occasions early 2000s but visited more recently and was very disappointed.......i don't know whether it's been taken over by a new set up but the house cleaning staf2f where very distant and cold vteu reluctant to anolage you or say good morning or even show very basic certosy to paying guests the MANAGER seemed more interested in the glamour side of running that type of bissines than the basic and I reported a problem twice and nothing was done or anolaged and not as good value for money a stay now as it was before .....? Some of the staff where more interested in talking to and consulting with their boyfriend than Sorting things out in the evening.....!

We’ve been twice to Sidholme now and will return! Friendly helpful staff, lovely history and good location to town and beach. Peaceful gardens, a fabulous pool and excellent value.

In need of modernisation, no lift, plumbing very poor. Not good value for money.

Excellent value so close to seafront and stunning gardens

Ok accomodation but the most amazing breakfast i have ever had in a bnb

It's a lovely old building but don't stay in the annexe . Lovely grounds

Dated hotel, beautiful outside, good breakfast and comfortable beds, but everything feels very old inside. Has a Christian Church inside,

Quiet charming place. Concerts in a wonderful environment.

Great place and a very good value. Staff is very nice and they genuinely care about guests. I accidentally booked my stay for another night but they let me stay at no charge otherwise. Make sure to go to the swimming pool of you come here!

Clean. Comfortable. Good breakfast. Friendly staff. Great indoor pool. Just looks a bit rundown.

A beautiful and tranquil spot with a christian leaning. The food is wholesome and they cater for differing dietary requirements. The gardens are lovely and the swimming pool was a lovely and well maintained treat. Although I attended this place as part of group I would go again just with my family.

Friendly hotel situated in Superb Grounds. Strange evening meal times but good food and good breakfast. We return !

An excellent place for a day conference, I was there for a lovely Quaker day. Staff are very helpful, it is kept beautifully and the grounds are lovely with some magnificent trees in.

Lovely hotel interesting variations on rooms. Our room very hot no catch on window. Also no bar but licenced restaurant. Friendly staff.

Dont think this hotel even rates 1 star. DONT STAY HERE unless you are happy staying in a basic cupboard with no ensuite and windows that are screwed shut !!!!

Clean, sufficient (Annexe Stay)

Love it so much we keep going back

It is a really beautiful and old building, there is a lot to see. The price cheep, rooms are nice and clean, equipment and furnitures are old, but perfectly working. You might get a room in the annex, which cheaper, but there is no WiFi connection. Breakfast included in the price, which was really delicious. There is a ballroom with a spectacular organ and crystal chandeliers. Swimming pool, table tennis, puzzle, etc. Coffee shop with tables in the garden. The garden also really nice to have a morning walk. Go and enjoy this peaceful environment.

Staff very pleasant. Breakfast and dinner delisous.

My dementia is playing up I think I just peed my psnts

Lovely place, would highly recommend.

Nothing like the pictures on website

Quirky old hotel that has an interesting history. Our room was in the main house and was comfortable and clean and a good size. With great views of the mature garden. Much of the old internal decor was tired and dated but had character. This didn't spoil our stay and the breakfast spread in the morning was plentiful. Friendly and helpful staff. Music room is breathtaking with huge chandeliers. Swimming pool is good. If offered rooms in the annex you could be dissatisfied.

An impromptu visit, this afternoon and we really enjoyed the welcome from the pianist, who performed many so.gs for us.

Food was excellent. Eat as much etc.. breakfast. Hotel is historic and well worth looking around. Though it is very 'tired', a 'superior'' room really isn't very superior. The 'bath' is a shared one. Staff are very nice.

Another lovely stay at the Sidholme. Very welcoming staff and the house is beautiful especially the music room.We haven't had a swim in the pool but have heard it's very nice. Beautiful grounds and we can see that bit by bit the house is being lovingly restored to its format glory.

Very welcoming friendly and reasonable price. Loved our visit and will be back :)

Old world style, a little tired, but we like it

Lovely hotel, super service and within walking distance of the town

There was a friendly welcome at reception, helpful staff throughout the catering areas, good well presented meals, good bedrooms,, flexible public rooms,, a can do attitude. Small negative, steps and ramps throughout the public areas and no lift. I would be happy to return

Never been to this part of the world. Beautiful place with amazing Music room and exquisite surroundings. Would thoroughly recommend to bisit Sidholme Hotel if you're planning a visit to Sidmouth!

Hotel was spotless. Staff very helpful. Breakfast very good and plenty of choice. Would stay there again.

The hotel is set in stunning surroundings and we got a very nice and friendly welcome from the staff. Room was fresh and clean. At morning breakfast their was plenty of choice and the cooked breakfast was lovely. On check out again very friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.

Fabulous grounds and facilities.

Set in stunning grounds with beautiful colours, Sidholme offers a warm and friendly Christian welcome to people of all faiths and none. This doesn't mean it is a 'religious' place, it means a very genuinely warm and sincere welcome and high standards of hospitality, and genuinely caring and helpful staff. You could easily pay so much more to stay amidst such grandeur. Great for individuals, couples, families, business people, groups and conferences. Our group of 35 seasoned travellers from South Wales were absolutely delighted! A big thank you to Samir, and Gemma and all the team!

Over charged by £144 for a weekend stay. Glad I noticed before I left. Breakfast toast machine broken. Food ok. Roo.s a little tatty. Everything we needed but pricey for what it was.

Great time pool and great breakfast would like a fridge in room then perfect as they don't have bar and good for wine and milk pool good temperature loads variety at breakfast grandsons enjoyed it here plenty space to run around

Dire need of renovation. There is free WiFi but restricted to ground floor. Breakfast is your average full English. Make sure you arrive before 8pm if you wish to eat and the website photography for the food does not match what is on offer.

Staff pleasant, the young gentleman in the reception exemplary, breakfast very nice and comprehensive. Unfortunately the accommodation, while adequate with a good sized ensuite, was not in the main building but in a converted outbuilding down a somewhat slippery metal ramp, felt a bit like the tradesman's entrance. Would have wanted a cheaper stay than the £110 we paid.

Fabulous, beautiful hotel and gardens Very friendly and helpful staff Pool lovely with toddler pool next to the main pool. Great breakfast Clean Walking distance to the beach and shops Easy parking and free WiFi Great value We went out for dinner so can't comment.

Our room was located on the top floor and thus the WiFi did not reach us at all and the water took minutes to get warm. Low pressure from the shower. The room and hotel would also benefit from some renovations as it looked quite old and worn in some places. Thin doors made people in the corridor quite loud and there was a lot of children staying at the hotel when we where there... It was also a bit expensive (although we booked quite late so it might have been our fault...) and breakfast was quite OK. However, the very friendly staff and the free to use indoor pool makes this hotel worth their four stars.

Struggle to give it any stars. Disregard the photo of lovely old building used to advertise as reality for us was 'the annexe' aka the laboratory ! -seriously it used to be! Original metal window frames, dirty carpets, filthy bed valance -see photo...we asked for another room with little improvement. Would not walk on bedroom carpet n struggled to use shower rooms or eat breakfast. Never had such a bad experience, we was robbed! Go to a Premier Inn folks !!!

Please don't stay here we all came away very poorly x

Excellent. Breakfast could have been started at seven for early riser which there were a lot of .

A truly beautiful building + grounds. Superb breakfast. The big chain hotels could learn from Sidholme

Excellent lunch nice reception beautiful gardens

Inexpensive and value for money. Offers a good breakfast

Close to beach drying room warm friendly atmosphere, caters for special diets, lovely ground s

Sidholme is a hotel run by Christian Guild. It is a large house, with a very impressive music room, complete with a pipe organ! The guest rooms vary in facilities depending on what grade you book. In common with many older, larger hotels, the room I stayed was in need of a little sprucing up, but was clean and comfortable. It had a good en suite bathroom, TV and coffee making facilities. The bed was comfortable, and there was plenty of storage space. The hotel grounds are well kept and nice to walk in. The indoor pool is a modern building at the top of the garden. It is a level walk to the sea of about 800M. The breakfast is a help yourself buffet, with a good range of hot and cold dishes.The dinner is generally fairly straightforward UK cuisine, but good portions and well cooked. The hotel often runs Church conferences at the weekend, but don't let this put you off. You will be welcomed if you are of any faith, or non. They also run a lot of special weeks during the year. My stay was for a 5 night heritage break. This was led by a blue badge guide, and was really good. The group size was 18 people and included all transport and entry costs. For what you get for your money, it represents very good value. See the hotels own website for details.

Lovely hotel in a great location small bedroom but the lovely staff and great breakfast made up for it

The Ritz it ain't, but lovely philosophy, standard fare, basic rooms and I'll be going back! Value for money with a lovely swimming pool.

It has a swimming pool . It often has music concerts in a beautiful concert hall. Comfortable not luxurious.

Good breakfast clean rooms needs updating but for the economist its great.

All staff friendly ,polite and helpful. Very comfortable hotel in quiet position in easy walking distance of town and sea. Lovely swimming pool and gardens.

Good clean rooms. Friendly staff. Nice pool. Is a christian hotel with onsite chapel.

Good friendly staff thay make you very welcome

Beautiful hotel friendly staff set in beautiful surroundings .if you're on your own great place to make friends

Not impressed with the annex accommodation. Although a budget stay, the room had twin beds, built in wardrobe, and a sink. Tea / coffee and a kettle. There was no TV or radio. Overall it reminded me of my Army days in sennybridge as a junior soldier, it was okay to get your 'head down' and recharge your batteries.

Comfortable and pleasant environment. Lovely swimming pool and warm. Tasty food and plenty of it. Excellent value for money. Beautiful music room for worship or concert.

The perfect place for young children to be free from the stuffiness of hotels, and from the rigid nature of school. A great week.

Very nice staff and the food was good

Excellent place to stay, very friendly helpful staff, warm comfortable rooms and great breakfast

A great hotel to relax and watch the world go by. Really nice friendly staff.Hreat food.

Lovely hotel great price of £45 on suite in january, plenty in the town to eat out and walk on seafront. Pleasent friendly staff... nice atmosphere. Good in house wifi and mobile signal too. A christian guild hotel. Heated swimming pool, beautiful grounds, hotel has restaurant and cafe too.

No TVs in guest rooms no guest wifi. Bed was the most uncomfortable thing I've ever slept on.

Pleasant stay, not far from the sea, the food was great and the hotel was kept warm.

Good facility's and breakfast, rooms are well cleaned and come with many useful items.

Nice, small rooms, but a beautiful swimming pool

Excellent hotel, staff very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice. Will definitely return.

We have just had a lovely weekend in Sidmouth, and booked the Sidholme as it was reasonably priced and Sidmoth town centre was a 5 minute drive away. The hotel is dated and a bit tired, it could do with a luck of paint and attention to the externals, but was welcoming, our room was clean and tidy with a modern bathroom ensuite. I did find the heat in our room a little oppressive and resorted to opening windows, as I could not turn off the radiators. The hotel pool is lovely and set in the grounds of the hotel, away from the main house, it was heated and not busy so as I was travelling with children it was good for them to have a splash about and not annoy anyone. Breakfast was really nice with a choice of full English, continental and porridge. The only slight frustration was the speed at which the waiting staff wanted to clear the plates, with no discussion beforehand, just swooped in and boom, plate was gone ... I don't like that especially if other people in your party are still eating!! There is an 11.30pm curfew, so if you are going to be later than this a £5 deposit is required for the night key. The grounds of the hotel are lovely with good views. I would definitely book again.

Beautiful building and gardens, comfortable, clean, great breakfasts and amazing value. Can't recommend more highly.

Fantastic value for money. The hotel is a beautiful building that is a little shabby but is still lovely to stay in. We stayed in a family room which was very large and had everything we needed. There is a swimming pool available for guests within the lovely tranquil grounds. The breakfast, while not fine dining, was lovely. We had a full cooked breakfast and there was also the option of croissants, fresh fruit and yogurt and cereals. I would recommend and will definitely be returning for another stay.

Second time I have stayed here and another great stay, friendly staff, great breakfast and really nice swimming pool as well.

Friendly staff, very relaxed atmosphere. Great swimming pool

Room a bit dated but comfortable enough. Good food. Victorian main building lots of character and well preserved, particularly the Music Room. Excellent modern swimming pool.

Great place and fantastic location. it was a great place for a weekend away. I felt £1.50 for a can of coke a bit expensive.

Rundown, gloomy and substandard food. The only saving grace was the swimming pool.

Lovely room, very helpful staff, breakfast is amazing, other meals are pretty good