Durbeyfield Guest House, West Bay Road, West Bay, DT6 4EL, West Bay, DT6 4EL, United Kingdom
#5 of 5 B&Bs and inns in West Bay
Guests' ChoiceBased on 487 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Location
9.4
Facilities
7.6
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.6
Free Wifi
7.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 6, 2025
Richard
United KingdomLooked a little tired. Although expected in a coastal location, be warned that the Herring Gulls are very noisy until late at night and start again before sunrise! Earplugs are advised, especially if you book the top rooms.
Close to the coast. Friendly staff. Clean room. Good parking in front of the house.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2025
Lynne
United KingdomFantastic location, fairly clean and comfortable Great breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 20, 2025
Colin
United KingdomNo Wardrobe in small bedroom, Screens and abstract paintings covering holes in walls
My group had the apartment a bit Bohemian and unkempt, no wardrobe in small bedroom no litter bins in either bedroom or bathroom.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 18, 2025
Lorraine
United KingdomCould have done with an update. Maybe some new pillows on the bed.
Great central location. Parking was a bit of a squeeze. Good value for money. The breakfast was great. My son said it would have been perfect if there was an option for hash browns. Great place to break our journey down to Cornwall 😃
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Jennyh
United KingdomThe seagulls.
Laid back atmosphere & proximity to beach & other attractions.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 11, 2025
Miles
United KingdomNo problems from my point of view, but just be aware that you will need to carry bags up some stairs.
Really good location, freindly owners, and the place has a certain quirky charm, with artwork here and there which adds a splash of colour to the seaside atmosphere- It was our second stay, very happy both times.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 11, 2025
Sue
United KingdomGreat value, very clean, very helpful staff, great breakfast all included. Cannot fault!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Steve
United KingdomVery hot in the room we had, toilet in the family room very small , face was in-the sink when on the toilet
Comfy bed good breakfast nice location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
John
United Kingdombreakfast was very good.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 29, 2025
Dave
United KingdomBeing 80+ the stairs were kind of difficult !!
Breakfast & Staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Neil
United KingdomCommunal areas could be a bit cleaner
Good location, good breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 25, 2025
Kate
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn't like. We thought everything was great and excellent value.
We thought the location was excellent and the free parking was a bonus. Our room was clean and spacious with a lovely big bathroom and plenty of tea/ coffee sachets. We loved the cooked breakfast the following morning- perfectly poached eggs and delicious sausage and bacon.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 25, 2025
Lorna
United KingdomDownstairs needs sprucing up. Didn’t need to get a message two days before hand reminding me checkout was 11 and I had to leave the key in the room door…that could all have been done when we checked in. Also gave them an estimated arrival time when I booked, didn’t need to be asked again. Overpriced for what it was at £135 a night
The room was much better than I expected from the exterior and downstairs area, it was actually very nice. Breakfast was good. Nice selection of teas and coffees in the room.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Christine
United KingdomOur room was very quiet apart from the seagulls, but you have to expect that when you travel to the sea side and it is completely outside the owners control! Breakfast was very good, all staff welcoming and happy to help you, would recommend and return!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Susan
United KingdomThe beds were uncomfortable with synthetic bedding and toppers that didn’t fit. The en-suite shower was very tired with some mould on the sealant
The location is great - near to all amenities and easy to find from the Coastal path
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 18, 2025
Vivienne
United Kingdombreakfast, friendly host
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Davison
United KingdomNothing really. Good value.
Location.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Sheryl
United KingdomNeeds a bit of updating in the rooms and shower area. Would b nice to have a fan in room in summer months.
Very friendly.. lovely breakfast and being a dog lover there were dogs staying here. Great location.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 14, 2025
Hannah
United KingdomIt’s just a bit shabby on the outside but lovely inside
Clean rooms, new bathroom facilities in our room and lovely breakfast.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 13, 2025
Peter
United KingdomAdequate
Ok
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 13, 2025
Jane
United KingdomVery pleasant stay, accommodated our slightly late arrival. Thank you.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 12, 2025
Paul
United KingdomOther reviews have commented on the appearance of the hotel but although I agree it does look a little tired, it is an interesting, quirky building and didn't detract from our stay. Seagulls were a little bit noisy but not much you can do about that, we're at the seaside!
The staff here are great, Becca who greeted us was very friendly and helpful, including finding space for us to leave our bikes and ready to pull a well needed pint. The room was comfortable with great wifi tv, tea and coffee making facilities. The large shared bathroom was clean and tidy with large, good shower, toiletries provided and being shared was not a problem for us. For breakfast, their were cereals, orange juice, tea and coffee and the cooked breakfast was especially good. Simon and team were very friendly and could not do any more to help us, thank you. Great location too.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 9, 2025
Ray
United KingdomEntrance to room hard doors to open
Location perfect very friendly
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 8, 2025
Robin
United KingdomNoise from seagulls.😉
Excellent location, within view of the harbour. The property is a little dated, and in need of some TLC, but this did not detract from our enjoyment. Rooms clean and tidy, comfortable bed and great facilities. The breakfast was lovely, and staff friendly and attentive. Free car parking on site. Recommended.
Stayed in July 2025
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