Awards and Accolades

At The Cottage Hotel, we believe that the most meaningful recognition comes not from plaques or awards, but from the loyalty of our guests. We’re proud to have built a reputation for warm hospitality, comfort, and charm—qualities that bring many guests back to Hope Cove time and time again, to enjoy their own slice of Devon Heaven.

 

Rather than chasing accolades, we focus on what truly matters: looking after our guests. The greatest compliment we receive is when visitors choose to return year after year. We hope that when you stay with us, you’ll find that it’s not about the certificates on the wall, but about the experience—one that makes you want to come back again and again, just as so many of our loyal guests do.

That said, we are delighted to be recognised by several respected tourism organisations. Below are some of the partnerships and credentials we’re proud to share:

 

 

AA Hospitality Services and Star Ratings

 

 

The AA remains the leading independent assessor of hotels across the UK. Their inspectors regularly visit The Cottage Hotel to ensure we continue to meet and exceed the standards expected of a family-owned 3-Star hotel.

 

View our AA listing.

 

 

 

Widely regarded as the most respected independent hotel guide in Great Britain and Ireland, The Good Hotel Guide includes The Cottage Hotel based on genuine guest feedback. Unlike many other guides, entries cannot be bought and inspectors visit anonymously without accepting free hospitality.

 

Read our Good Hotel Guide review.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Food Drink Devon is a Community Interest Company representing the best of Devon’s food and drink producers, retailers, and hospitality venues. We’re proud to be part of this vibrant community.

We were honoured to receive the inaugural People’s Choice Award for Best Hospitality Venue (2025/26) together with a Silver Award for Dining. A heartfelt thank you to our guests and patrons for your votes and continued support. We so appreciate it.

 

Explore Food Drink Devon.

 

 

 

 

Visit Devon is the official Destination Management Organisation promoting tourism across the county. Their annual Devon Tourism Awards celebrate excellence in hospitality, judged by an independent panel of industry experts and past winners.

 

This year, we are proud to have been selected as a finalist in the Small Hotel of the Year Award.

 

View our listing here.

 

 

 

As a globally recognised sustainability certification for the travel, tourism and hospitality sectors, Green Tourism are committed to helping businesses embed responsible, eco-friendly and sustainable practices throughout their operations and the wider industry. The Cottage Hotel is proud to have previously received a Silver Award in recognition of its commitment to best practice in sustainability.

 

 

 

First published in 1935, the original annual guide showcased the finest hotels across the British Isles. 

 

It highlighted quality independent establishments, each personally visited and selected for their exceptional ambiance and hospitality. With a strong emphasis on outstanding service, cuisine, and a genuine warmth of welcome, every featured hotel is a true gem—offering the perfect ingredients for a relaxing, “away from it all” escape. 

 

The Cottage Hotel is proud to have been a previous recipient of the Best Family Hotel Award.