Two Bridges Hotel

How much would you pay for a good carvery? No, I mean a REALLY good carvery. A REALLY, REALLY good carvery? Frankly, I would be happy to sell my soul for the kind of carvery we enjoyed at the Two Bridges! We had happened upon the place after meeting an Australian friend and needing somewhere in the wilds of Dartmoor to have some lunch. The setting of the hotel is perfect, nestled in a hollow, surrounded by tors, with a river streaming through and a gaggle of geese on patrol. The hotel is nicely quaint with a lot of attention to detail. We had a fine cafetiere of coffee while we waited for the restaurant to open, an obliging cat to nestle in our laps, and then OMG what a carvery! There was enough there to feed a small Third World nation, with exemplary local fare, some delicious appetisers, freshly cooked vegetables, some very fine lamb and beef and desserts that ruined any pretention at decency. The tables were set with fine linen and flowers, a fine pianist played for our digestive pleasure and it was clear from the full restaurant (Two Bridges is MILES from anywhere) that the clientele had found it, knew of its excellence and were prepared to come a long, long way for this level of service and fine dining. We have even set aside a long weekend to stay sometime, so we can eat to our heart’s content, enjoy the countryside and then pretend to walk it all off on the surrounding moors! Ardent foodies — this one’s for YOU!

Nice but bland. Great location in the middle of the moor, but otherwise bog standard mid-​grade cookie-​cutter hotel.
Sometimes this kind of hotel works well — but out in this location it just seems a waste and uncalled for. A bit of character and enthusiasm for the moors surrounding would make it more attractive.

This is one of my fav get away from it all hotels, the staff and service are great, the rooms, some with four posters, are very pleasant, spacious, comfortable and clean, and the food, which is another good reason to go here is to die for. They do a «world famous cream tea» but be careful coz it’s huge. Its a peaceful place with loads of history, beautiful setting amidst the rolling Dartmoor hills. The lounge area seems very popular with roaring log fires, old furniture with massive leather armchairs and sofas. After a long walk you can come back here, kick back on a comfy chair next to a log fire, read the papers or play a game of chess, ludo, or whatever. I have stayed a number of times, as has Prince Charles, I think. I can’t recommend Two Bridges enough, I love it. Look out for the Geese, they can be noisy in the morning, but don’t moan, you’re in the country so go with it. Oh and I think they will allow dogs so thats lucky.

Popped in for morning coffee. Staff unfriendly. Told my friend it was much to early to have half of lager and it was gone 11am.
Smallest log fire in the bibbest hearth I have ever seen. Overpriced unpleasant coffee

This hotel is absolutely beautiful and well worth a visit if your budget will stretch. In recent years it has undergone a major transformation and now most if not all of the rooms have jacuzzi baths in them. The food served in the restaurant is of an excellent standard and well worth the price. If you can book a package it is even better value for money. The hotel is set on Dartmoor so obviously the surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, horse riding or just exploring. If you can justify a stay at the Two Bridges you certainly wont regret it, the staff are wonderful, the food is delicious and the rooms are comfortable and stylish.