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8.3

656 reviews

The Blue Ball Inn

The Blue Ball Inn

Sidford, Exeter, EX10 9QL, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Pet Friendly

Business center

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Water sports facilities on site

The Blue Ball Inn

Welcome to The Blue Ball Inn, a charming 4-star Inn located in the heart of Sidmouth, United Kingdom. With its scenic surroundings and close proximity to the city center - just a short 1mi away - this inn is the perfect choice for travelers looking for a cozy and convenient stay.

The Blue Ball Inn offers comfortable, non-smoking rooms starting from just $120, ensuring a relaxing and affordable stay. Each room is equipped with amenities such as TV, tea/coffee maker, and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer.

With 656 rave reviews, guests love the extensive amenities this inn has to offer. Enjoy free parking and Wi-Fi during your stay, and take advantage of the water sports facilities, tennis court, and racquetball court, all available without any additional charges. If you're looking to relax, head to the beach or unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar. For those traveling on business, the inn also offers a 24-hour front desk, business center, and meeting/banquet facilities.

Experience the best of Sidmouth at The Blue Ball Inn and make your stay memorable with their top-notch amenities and warm hospitality. Book your stay now!

At The Blue Ball Inn, we understand that pets are an important part of your family, which is why we gladly welcome them to stay with you for free! Just let us know in advance, and we will make the necessary arrangements to ensure a comfortable stay for both you and your furry friend. With beautiful scenic surroundings, your pets will have plenty of space to stretch their legs and explore. So, whether you're looking to take a leisurely stroll on the beach or go for a hike in the nearby countryside, bring your beloved pets along and create lasting memories together.

When it comes to dining, you don't have to venture far to savor delicious meals. Our on-site restaurant, Ambiances, offers a family-friendly and traditional atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a hearty British meal or indulging in fresh seafood dishes. From scrumptious fish and chips to mouthwatering lobster, our skilled chefs will tantalize your taste buds with the finest flavors Sidmouth has to offer. So why not treat yourself to a memorable dining experience, right here at The Blue Ball Inn?

We want to make your stay as hassle-free as possible, which is why we accept cash, as well as Visa and Mastercard payments. Whether you prefer to pay in cash or use your credit card, we have you covered. So relax and enjoy your time at The Blue Ball Inn, knowing that we have taken care of all the little details to ensure a seamless and stress-free stay. Book your room today and experience the comfort and convenience that awaits you at our charming inn.

Closest airports

Exeter Airport

8.4mi

Cardiff Airport

48.2mi

Bristol Airport

51.9mi

Bournemouth Airport

60.9mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Pet Friendly

Business center

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Water sports facilities on site

Beach

Tennis court

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Racquetball

Rooms

Twin Room with Private Bathroom in The Blue Ball Inn

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Twin Room with Private Bathroom

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

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Experience comfort and convenience in our Twin Room with a private bathroom. Relax in a spacious room with a king size bed and twin beds, while enjoying amenities such as a tea/coffee maker and shower. Perfect for 2 adults and 1 child, this room offers a cozy retreat for your stay.

Deluxe King Room in The Blue Ball Inn

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Deluxe King Room

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Welcome to our Deluxe King Room, the perfect choice for couples or small families. This non-smoking room offers a comfortable double bed, along with amenities such as a tea/coffee maker and a refreshing shower. Other conveniences like a TV, linens, and a hairdryer complete your stay.

Double Room in The Blue Ball Inn

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Double Room

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

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Relax and unwind in our spacious Double Room, perfect for couples or small families. With a comfortable king size bed and two twin beds, along with amenities like wifi, a tea/coffee maker, and a shower, you'll feel right at home.

Superior King Room in The Blue Ball Inn

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Experience ultimate comfort in our Superior King Room, perfect for a relaxing stay. This spacious room is equipped with a comfortable double bed and features amenities such as a tea/coffee maker, shower, TV, and complimentary linens and towels.

Deluxe Twin Room in The Blue Ball Inn

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Deluxe Twin Room

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

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Our Deluxe Twin Room offers a spacious and comfortable stay for 2 adults and 1 child. With a king size bed and 2 twin beds, it's the perfect choice for a relaxing family getaway. Enjoy the convenience of a tea/coffee maker, a refreshing shower, and other essential amenities like TV and quality linens, towels, toilet paper, and a hairdryer.

Guest reviews

8.3

656 reviews

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Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Bridgette

8.2

August 2023

Friendly welcome to this lovely pub in Sidford. Very convenient after a day in charming Sidmouth. The restaurant had been busy with Sunday carvery but the receptionist sorted a table for us for dinner. Lovely crab and prawn linguine. Comfy room, coffee maker with Cafe pods was a bonus. Lovely range of full size toiletries in the en suite. Delicious breakfast the next morning.

Sadly the crumble pudding hubby ordered for dessert took far too long to arrive as the restaurant had got busy again. The road outside is very noisy, but luckily we were tired and managed to sleep through it.

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Otava

9.1

April 2023

We were surprised at how clean, modern and comfortable the room was. The pub and rooms have clearly benefitted from a lot of investment recently and it felt very upmarket while not losing the feel of a traditional country inn. Rooms were kitted out with Nespresso coffee makers and toiletries were local spa products. The staff kindly catered to our need for an early breakfast, which was really nice and cooked to order.

The location is on a relatively fast road but as its a quiet countryside location there wasn't really any traffic to keep us up at night.

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Pippa

9.1

August 2023

I thought it was a very friendly hotel with spacious comfy rooms with good facilities (coffee/tea/toiletries all great). Lovely that dogs are so welcome. Plenty of parking. Good pub garden. Breakfast was superb. Lovely 2 mile walk/run on easy footpaths to the beach. And there are buses back! Friendly reception when we arrived and good communication before.

It is next to a main road with the car park on the other side. I was a little worried about the dog running out across the road but of course you just make sure you keep them safe on lead. There is a bit of noise from the road.

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Susan

9.1

August 2023

Huge room, lovely decor, very comfy bed. Appreciated the home made cookies and Nespresso maker. Huge shower room/ wet room. Good shower. Very nice shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and hand cream; all for sale in reception. Great cooked breakfast included. Really good Sunday roast in the pub restaurant, and no need to book as guests of the hotel.

We had the ground floor room, right by the road. We were aware of the road noise and worried that it would keep us awake, but it didn't. In fact the volume of traffic decreased significantly after 9.30 pm, so all was good.

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Maggie

10

August 2023

We had to be relocated due to a very bad experience from the Barn and Pinn cottage B&B, what started as a very stressful experience was made into a lovely relaxing stay thanks to all the staff at the Blue Ball but especially because of Sophie and Abbie, both of whom went above and beyond to make our stay extra enjoyable 😀

The Barn and Pinn cottage and their appalling greedy attitude... they could learn a lot from the Blue Ball.

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Judith

8.2

March 2023

We know this pub well because we use it for visiting family in the area. Because my husband has mobility issues we had asked for a specific room when we booked and repeated this request in a subsequent email directly with Blue Ball. The room booking was confirmed but when we arrived we had been allocated to a different room. Luckily we were able to get this mistake rectified when we arrived but we would not have been so pleased had they not been able to change us to the room we had originally asked for.

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Wendy

8.2

July 2023

Convenient for Sidmouth. Traditional pub. Comfortable room with quality toiletries. Good food locally sourced. Staff were very polite and obliging. Would stay here again. Dogs welcome!

We were downstairs in the evening and last orders were about 10-20 and we had to go to our rooms at 11. We were staying with my adult sons for one night so it was a family get together. Everyone has to go to bed and we were not expecting such traditional closing time

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Ryan

9.1

August 2022

We stayed at The Blue Ball Inn for 4 nights. We ate at the pub 3 nights out of those 4 due to the quality of food and service rather than going out in the local area. It was good honest pub food with a focus on quality rather than “frills”. Highly recommend the breakfast and the coffee/tea. The member of staff who checked us in and served breakfast during our stay was very attentive and helpful. The draught and drink selection was also very good, not extensive but a good selection of spirits and ales to suit anyone. The room was clean, well maintained and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The shower and bath were spotless and the toiletries and towels provided were of a good quality too. We had a room adjacent to the road and slept with the window open every night. The road noise did not bother us at all however there are also rooms to the back of the pub as well if you are put off by this. By far the most outstanding thing however was the service. Nothing was too much trouble, we were made to feel very welcome and comfortable by all the staff especially the managers Martyn and Shelley. If you want to stay in the area (and there is a lot to do nearby) we cannot recommend The Blue Ball Inn enough. We will be returning.

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Alison

8.2

March 2023

Location was perfect as I was planning to leave early morning after breakfast, travelling to M5 and North It is close to Sidmouth and only a few miles from Lyme Regis and the other beach resorts Good choice of food for evening meal and there was a wide selection of food for breakfast They even found me a smart plug for my phone as battery was flat!

As I was on the ground floor, unfortunately you could hear the traffic buzzing past, even at 1.45a.m.! But as it was for one night only, it was fine.

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Alison

9.1

August 2023

The room, location, service & food all excellent. We were slightly surprised at the disabled facilities!

Wet room was great, but just a bit tatty, ie. wonky shelf underneath the mirror & paint needs touching up in places. WiFi kept cutting out & we had to keep re-signing in. Noisy traffic racing past our window - most definitely more than 30mph! Door to upstairs rooms needs an oil - it squeaked loudly when opened!

Points of Interest Around The Blue Ball Inn

Airports

Exeter Airport

8.4mi

Cardiff Airport

48.2mi

Bristol Airport

51.9mi

Bournemouth Airport

60.9mi

Restaurants

Cuisines

  • British
  • Seafood

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Amenities of The Blue Ball Inn

Free parking

Pet Friendly

Business center

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Water sports facilities on site

Beach

Tennis court

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Racquetball

Stay rules - The Blue Ball Inn

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Blue Ball Inn

Can I bring my pet to The Blue Ball Inn?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Blue Ball Inn. They allow pets to stay for free and don't charge any extra fees. Just make sure to notify the hotel in advance.

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at The Blue Ball Inn?

At The Blue Ball Inn, guests are welcome to check in any time between 03:00 PM and 10:00 PM, but should be aware that check-out is by 10:30 AM.

Does The Blue Ball Inn provide parking options?

Yes, there is free on-site parking available at The Blue Ball Inn. The parking is public and reservations are not possible.

What are the rates at The Blue Ball Inn?

Rates at The Blue Ball Inn commence from $120. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

Which room categories can I book at The Blue Ball Inn?

The Blue Ball Inn offers various types of rooms including Deluxe King Rooms, Double Rooms, Superior King Rooms, Deluxe Twin Rooms, and Twin Rooms with Private Bathrooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child and have different bed sizes ranging from double beds to king size beds and twin beds.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at The Blue Ball Inn?

Guests at The Blue Ball Inn can spend their time enjoying a range of leisure amenities. They can make use of the water sports facilities located on-site, allowing them to partake in activities such as windsurfing and racing down the coast on bikes or hiking. The hotel also features a beach, perfect for lounging and soaking up the sun, and a tennis court for those looking to get active.

In addition to the various leisure amenities, guests can dine at the hotel's on-site restaurant, which offers a family friendly and traditional ambiance. The restaurant serves both British and seafood cuisine, providing guests with a variety of options to choose from.

Whether guests are looking to relax by the beach, get active with water sports or tennis, or enjoy a delicious meal at the restaurant, The Blue Ball Inn offers an array of options to keep them entertained during their stay.

Does The Blue Ball Inn feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the Blue Ball Inn has restaurants on site. The restaurants offer family-friendly and traditional ambiances, and serve British and seafood cuisines.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at The Blue Ball Inn?

Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at The Blue Ball Inn.