Clovelly set into a steep hillside, is one of the most famous villages in the world.

Clovelly has a single cobbled high street winds its way down the hillside to the ancient Clovelly harbour, through traditional whitewashed cottages festooned with fuchsias and geraniums - the street dropping 400ft (half a mile) as it winds its way through Clovelly's 16th century cottages to the harbour.

Traffic is banned from the high street, visitors parking at the top of the hill adjacent to Clovelly Heritage Centre. For a small fee, a landrover service ferries visitors up and down the steep hill via a back road, to the harbourside Red Lion Public House.

The street of Clovelly are too steep for motor vehicles, hence why for centuries, donkeys were used for getting up and down the street. Donkeys still live at the the top of the hill where children can have a donkey ride in the summer.

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Our top choices for Clovelly Beach hotels

The Hoops Inn

5.8 km from Clovelly Beach

Frank

฿3,813 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Moorview House

17.1 km from Clovelly Beach

Sarah

฿4,406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Barton Gate Farm Guesthouse

19.7 km from Clovelly Beach

Frank

฿3,771 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

House, 1 Bedroom (sleeps 4) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Woodford Bridge Country Club

14.6 km from Clovelly Beach

Victoria

฿3,002 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Seagate

15.6 km from Clovelly Beach

Carl

฿4,194 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness

18.2 km from Clovelly Beach

Robert

฿7,626 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026

The West Country Inn

7.3 km from Clovelly Beach

Kane

฿4,843 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Durrant House Hotel

13.4 km from Clovelly Beach

Julie

฿3,079 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026

Stunning Shepherd's Hut Retreat, North Devon

10.3 km from Clovelly Beach

Mark

฿2,798 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

Saltwind Granary

5.2 km from Clovelly Beach

฿22,818 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

Premier Inn Bideford

11.1 km from Clovelly Beach

฿2,161 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026

The Wayfarer Inn

16.4 km from Clovelly Beach

฿3,389 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Double Room, Ensuite, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom

Sailors Rest

15.7 km from Clovelly Beach

Susan

฿3,622 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026

Deluxe Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Royal Hotel

13.8 km from Clovelly Beach

Daryl

฿4,194 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

Valise

14.3 km from Clovelly Beach

Andrew

฿14,347 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Springfield Cottage

13.9 km from Clovelly Beach

"I searched for a property with parking, but it's only street parking. The road to the property is very dangerous to get in/out of, and parking difficult (I not a nasty note from a neighbour because I parked in front of their garden path. Wouldn't stay here again because of road and parking - but if you're not driving, it's a lovely property. Public path right along property - hope you're not bashful when in the shower!"

Linda

฿16,724 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Duck Pool

6.5 km from Clovelly Beach

฿13,257 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

Hartland Quay

6.5 km from Clovelly Beach

฿11,409 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

The Cottage

7.8 km from Clovelly Beach

฿13,094 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

Shipload Bay

6.5 km from Clovelly Beach

฿12,576 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

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Top Clovelly Beach Hotel Reviews

43 Sea Valley

4/10 Poor

"Pros- Bed in double room was very comfy Kitchen was well stocked Cons - Chalet smelt very damp and musty Daughter slept on sofa due to strong smell in twin room Handles missing on some windows so couldn’t be opened . Marks and stains on twin bedroom wall, little table and sofa . No hot water connected to bathroom basin. Bathroom needs deep clean Bathroom door lock doesn’t work Had to buy towels as chalet ones smelt after 1 use Twin bedroom door sticks daughter couldn’t get out No mobile reception wi fi very poor "

The Boathouse

10/10 Excellent

"A really lovely stay. The cottage was very pretty and the area was amazing. Really nice break from the stresses of home. Great for coastal walks. "

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Clovelly Harbour

4.6/5 (19 reviews)

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Fisherman's Cottage

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Clovelly Beach?

Clovelly Beach is located in Clovelly. Travellers like the surrounding area for its bars and restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Clovelly Beach?

The Hoops Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Clovelly Beach. Another good choice is Barley Cottage, located 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Clovelly Beach?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Clovelly Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Clovelly Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Clovelly Beach.

What can I see and do near Clovelly Beach?

Dip your toes in the water at Peppercombe Beach, Mouth Mill Beach and Bucks Mills Beach. Create some family memories at The Milky Way Adventure Park and Shipwreck Museum. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Hartland Abbey, Beckland Beach and Gauter Beach.

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Our top choices for Clovelly Beach hotels

The Hoops Inn

Moorview House

Barton Gate Farm Guesthouse

Woodford Bridge Country Club

Seagate

Saunton Sands Hotel Source Spa and Wellness

The West Country Inn

Durrant House Hotel

Stunning Shepherd's Hut Retreat, North Devon

Saltwind Granary

Premier Inn Bideford

The Wayfarer Inn

Sailors Rest

The Royal Hotel

Valise

Springfield Cottage

Duck Pool

Hartland Quay

The Cottage

Shipload Bay

Top Clovelly Beach Hotel Reviews

43 Sea Valley

The Boathouse

Hotels near other Clovelly Beach attractions

Clovelly Harbour

Fisherman's Cottage

Kingsley Museum

The Milky Way Adventure Park

Mouth Mill Beach

Bucks Mills Beach

Gauter Beach

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