Bedford Hotel, Sidmouth

Bedford Hotel - A dog-friendly Regency seafront hotel with sea-view rooms, locally sourced dining, and proximity to the Jurassic Coast

Bedford Hotel, a 3-star property rated 8.9/10 on Booking.com, occupies a Regency-era building on Sidmouth seafront, offering views of Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast. The hotel features 40 en-suite rooms, including premier sea-view options with balconies, superior sea-view rooms, and standard inland-facing accommodations-all equipped with walk-in showers, king-size towels, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Pyne's Bar serves locally sourced dishes, including beer-battered cod and Kadai chicken curry, alongside seasonal roasts on Sundays. Guests enjoy access to dog-friendly beaches, Connaught Gardens (0.5 km away), and coastal walks like the Sidmouth-to-Beer trail. The Bedford Hotel provides lift access, dog-friendly rooms, and proximity to Exeter International Airport (20 km).

Pros

Premier sea-view rooms include balconies overlooking Lyme Bay.

Pyne's Bar offers locally sourced dishes, including Sunday roasts and themed dining events.

Dog-friendly policies extend to rooms and dining areas, with treats provided on arrival.

Proximity to Connaught Gardens (0.5 km) and the Jurassic Coast walking trails.

Lift access and en-suite facilities in all rooms.

Cons

Limited on-site parking; public car parks are nearby.

Inland-facing rooms lack sea views.