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Blue Ball Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Sidmouth with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Double Room | Bathroom
Garden
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Steven's Cross, Sidmouth, England, EX10 9QL
  • Place, The Donkey Sanctuary
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sidmouth Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (With Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sidmouth

Located within a 5-minute walk of East Devon, Blue Ball Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sidmouth Museum. This 9-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • The Donkey Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • East Devon Art - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Sidmouth Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Jacobs Ladder Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Axminster Station - 18 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taste of Sidmouth - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Swan Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Radway Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Blue Ball Inn

Inn in Sidmouth with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Blue Ball Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and conference space. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions. Additional amenities include a business center and wedding services.
Recreational amenities at the inn include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.0 per pet
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Blue Ball Inn?

This inn is located in Sidmouth, just steps from East Devon. You'll also find The Donkey Sanctuary and Dorset and East Devon Coast within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Blue Ball Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Blue Ball Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Blue Ball Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Blue Ball Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Blue Ball Inn?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Blue Ball Inn?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Blue Ball Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Blue Ball Inn serves free continental breakfast from its restaurant.

Does Blue Ball Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Blue Ball Inn for a fee of GBP 15.0 per pet.

Does Blue Ball Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How far is the airport from Blue Ball Inn?

The closest major airport to Blue Ball Inn is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 10.2 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Blue Ball Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Blue Ball Inn.

Does Blue Ball Inn offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Blue Ball Inn if that's in your vacation plans.

Reviews

Blue Ball Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 145 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice Inn with good quality accommodation and easy parking. Food was great and staff friendly. Only thing that let it down for us was the constant hum of the ventilation system during the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, room was perfect, hospitality and breakfast exceptional, would highly recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent food and service. All staff attentive and professional. We're coming back and have already recommended to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent stay. Sorry that it was only for one night, this time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay. Great location . Food was very good . Staff were fantastic. Very pleasant and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good efficient comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All aspects were very satisfactory...........
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Friendly, attentive staff. Excellent breakfast and good choice of nicely prepared and presented evening meals. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very pleasant stay comfortable and warm and very good food. I was allowed to have my dog with me at meal times in a designated area we were both happy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Helen

Traveled with group
The location was great, the room comfortable but could have done with a proper clean. Breakfast was lovely. Staff needed a lot of training!! A issues not deal with properly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin Neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay great breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

William, Aurora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely local Inn. Rustic and comfortable. Very helpful staff at check-in and at bar. Good bathroom, and shower. Bed was a bit tired but still comfortable. Rooms overlook major road, but traffic is light throughout the evening. Convenient free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good Jason and Victoria and all staff were very helpful lovely food and the room was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Comfortable and clean room delicious food lovely friendly staff easy parking
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely coaching inn. Clean comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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