Family Run Hotel & Restaurant in Hope Cove, South Devon

Welcome to The Cottage Hotel

"Rooms and restaurant with impressive sea views, easy access to the beach and cream teas on the terrace. As one of South Devon’s best positioned seaside hotels, The Cottage has been welcoming guests for over 90 years."

Seaside Holidays in Hope Cove

The Cottage Hotel sits on the cliffs above harbour beach in Hope Cove. The majority of our rooms look out on spectacular views and diners are regularly treated to sunsets from our lounges and restaurant.

On warm summer days, guests enjoy the terrace for a drink, lunch or a cream tea with Hope Cove as the backdrop.

The Cottage Hotel has been run by the Ireland family since 1973 and a very warm welcome awaits all guests visiting Hope Cove for your South Devon seaside holiday.

Hotel Rooms with a view

Wake up to views over Hope Cove from one of our comfortable and inviting hotel rooms.

We offer a range of room grades to suit taste and affordability but whichever room you stay in we assure a generous welcome and personal service.

Afternoon Tea

Is there a finer way to pass a sunny afternoon?

Indulge in a Devonshire Cream Tea or our simple and tasty Afternoon Tea experience on the terrace overlooking Hope Cove.  Cream Teas are available any time, however, please book Afternoon Tea 24 hours in advance.

All freshly prepared by our kitchen brigade, our daily tea service is a real treat.

Sunset Terrace

Join us on our terrace outside the hotel's restaurant for drinks, lunch, afternoon tea or, if the sunset is particularly good, alfresco evening dining is available but is subject to a supplementary cover charge of £6.00 per person.

Waiter service included and ample seating even on the busiest sunny days.

Bar and Lounge

Visit the bar and lounge each with ample seating and a warm welcome.

The bar overlooks Hope Cove with large glass windows, while the lounge sits inside the oldest part of the hotel and has a cosier arts and crafts feel.

Drinks (alcoholic, soft, hot) and bar snacks are available. 

Restaurant Dining

Residents and visitors alike are all very welcome in our hotel’s dining room overlooking Hope Cove. Lucky evening diners may be treated to a glorious sunset view.

Evening Dining

Classic alternating Table d'Hôte dinner available every evening. The hotel has a very busy restaurant, please book in advance to guarantee your table. Hotel residents on dinner inclusive terms will have a table allocated in advance.

Traditional Sunday Lunch

Our hugely popular Sunday Lunches are served from 12:30 every Sunday, up to three courses with coffee. Book ahead.

Lighter Bar Menu

Sit in our comfortable lounge and bar areas, or on the terrace for soups, sandwiches and lighter bites at lunchtime.

Breakfast

Full English Breakfasts with continental options are available for residents and visitors every day.  Non-resident breakfast is available for £15.00 per person.

Book a Table

01548 561 555 | [email protected]

Special Occasions

Please enquire about family gatherings, Christmas & New Year celebrations and private functions.

Our public rooms can be available throughout the year for your special occasion and our festive celebrations have a warm family feel.

Visit Hope Cove

The Cottage Hotel is at Hope Cove in South Devon perfectly positioned for a seaside holiday.  Explore the beaches, watersports, ice-cream hut, harbour and village all a moment's stroll from the hotel.   

We've also written a guide with photographs of Hope Cove.

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