Burgh Island Hotel

An Art Deco stay on a Devon island

Burgh Island Hotel occupies a tidal island off Bigbury-on-Sea on the South Devon coast. The hotel dates to the late 1920s and presents its restored Art Deco interiors as part of the experience. It has individually decorated rooms and suites named for notable former guests. A stay here is different from a conventional town hotel because access to the island depends on the tide. Guests should check arrival instructions and transport arrangements as carefully as the room itself.

Rooms, dining and time on the island

The hotel lists 25 rooms and suites, with sea views and historic features varying by room. Dining choices include the Grand Ballroom, the Nettlefold Restaurant and the Pilchard Inn, with some options open to non-residents. The website also describes afternoon tea, a mermaid pool, tennis and snooker. Anyone planning a meal without staying overnight should confirm whether a reservation is required and how they will reach the island. Room facilities and the meal plan should be checked on the chosen booking.

Weddings, parties and experiences

Burgh Island offers exclusive-use events, weddings and house parties, as well as seasonal experiences and vouchers. Its sea-tractor journey is part of the island’s character, while outdoor plans remain subject to the coast’s changing weather and tides. A couple considering a wedding can ask about guest capacity, ceremony arrangements, accommodation, dining, supplier access and a wet-weather plan. An exclusive event should be quoted separately from a normal room booking because it affects how much of the island is reserved.

Booking and getting there

The hotel’s address is Burgh Island, Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon TQ7 4BG. It provides a reservations email and telephone number. Availability for rooms and afternoon tea can fill well ahead, so a visitor should check the live calendar rather than rely on an older announcement. Before travelling, guests can confirm parking on the mainland, luggage transfer, the tide-dependent access route and the check-in time. The reservation terms should also explain deposits, cancellation and what is included in a package.