TOP Historic Hotels in Honiton for 2026

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A modern dining area with a long table, white chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A stone house with a covered patio and a lawn.

1. Dairy House - a beautiful 7 bed stone house set in private parkland (sleeps 16)

Ilminster

Nelson A.

£2,075

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious kitchen with a wooden dining table, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden countertops, and a wine rack.

A large stone house with a sloped roof, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained lawn.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

2. Apple Loft - Beautiful Somerset cottage, sleeps 13 guests in 6 bedrooms

Ilminster

£1,901

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a mirror, and a bedside lamp.

A stone house with a thatched roof, surrounded by a gravel driveway and lush greenery.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.

3. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms

Ilminster

anna w.

£1,757

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a magazine on a small table.

A traditional stone house with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

A hot tub in a garden with a stone pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A sign for Orchard Cottage with a stone building in the background.

4. Orchard Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ilminster

"This is an amazing property………Classic somerset cottage equipped with all modern conveniences. Super quiet (well a few tractors collecting the harvest!). We all slept very well. It takes 30 mins to walk into Ilminster along a country trail past Dillington Hall for those that like a good walk. About 8 mins by car. We made day trips to the Haynes motor museum (amazing if you are a car buff…..some days they bring cars out of the museum and you can ‘poke around’ at them) and to Lyme Regis, which has...

Paul F.

£1,052

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A seaside terrace with tables and chairs, a cannon, and a view of the sea.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden staircase, a mirror, and a view of a hallway.

A pink building with white trim and multiple windows, a curved corner section, and a small balcony with a metal railing.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wall clock.

5. Riverdance Cottage

Lyme Regis

Martin

£502

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A wooden hot tub with a chimney, surrounded by stone walls and a tree.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a stone wall.

A stone house with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a white picket fence.

6. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ilminster

Anonymous traveller

£1,195

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofas, and a television.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A traditional stone building with a thatched roof, ivy-covered walls, and a white fence.

7. Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

Ilminster

Kirsty C.

£598

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Top Honiton Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Exeter

10/10 Excellent

"Great service from the front desk, restaurant, maintenance team and bar staff."

The Castle at Taunton

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel with big rooms but poor lighting to do make up and nowhere in the bathroom to put down a wash bag or make up bag … glass shelf too narrow! Exquisite food. Thank you"

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with parking. Big clean room and comfy bed. Nice pool, hot tub and mini gym. Helpful staff on the front desk"

Hotel Du Vin Exeter

8/10 Good

"The room was lovely and the offer of a free drink in the bar in exchange for no housekeeping is clever. Such a good idea. Unfortunately the wedding in the hotel on Saturday night dominated all the communal areas of the hotel which meant that we couldn’t have the nightcap in the bar we were hoping for, as well as there being the thumping of the music from the wedding in our room until well after 11pm. Had we known yet the bar area would be pretty much out of action to other guests we might have chosen to stay elsewhere."

White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and staff all round brilliant"

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday

8/10 Good

"Perfectly decent place to stay. Room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was good and the hotel is conveniently located for the city centre and local train services."

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Honiton?

You're likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance during your trip to Honiton. While you're out exploring, you might want to check out the bars and restaurants. During your stay in this relaxing area, you can also relish a trip to the coffee shops.

What's the best accommodation in Honiton that's close to historical sites?

Based on our travel expertise, Sleeps 16,, Indoor Heated Pool, Rooftop Hot Tub, Devon Coast Views, Pets welcome is a top castle for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities.

How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Honiton?

Honiton is home to 142 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the most important historical places and other sights in Honiton?

Favourite places to visit include Escot Park, East Devon and Blackdown Hills. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Honiton Leisure Centre and Mansell Raceway.

What is a historic hotel like in Honiton?

Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a building recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — as long as it's of special interest. These types of hotels in Honiton typically retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Do historic hotels in Honiton have modern facilities?

Yes. Every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Guests can expect the amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. In Honiton, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or rundown.

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Our top choices for Honiton historic hotels

1. Dairy House - a beautiful 7 bed stone house set in private parkland (sleeps 16)

2. Apple Loft - Beautiful Somerset cottage, sleeps 13 guests in 6 bedrooms

3. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms

4. Orchard Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

5. Riverdance Cottage

6. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

7. Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

Top Honiton Hotel Reviews

Leonardo Hotel Exeter

The Castle at Taunton

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

Hotel Du Vin Exeter

White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday

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