Places to stay in Instow, Devon

Instow is a village in north Devon on the estuary where the rivers Taw and Torridge meet. It is located between the villages of Westleigh and Yelland and on the opposite bank of Appledore. Local dining options include Decks Restaurant, The Boathouse, Sylvesters Fish, and Sylvesters Fish.

There is a small river beach and sand dunes, that home some rare species of orchid including the pyramid orchid.

The center of Instow ( which is at is longitude -4°10'36.642 and latitude 51°3'12.535 ) is located 2 miles away from Northam, 3 miles away from Bideford, 3 miles away from Westward Ho! and 4 miles away from Bickington.

Available Instow lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Instow.

Instow Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Bideford:

Whether it's tranquility or family fun you're after, you'll love our Premier Inn Bideford hotel. If you're craving a quiet weekend escape, breathe in the fresh North Devon air at the harbour, sample handmade Devonshire scones at Panniers Market or see if you can spy an otter on the River Torridge.

Atlantic Park Way

Bideford, Devon

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Travelodge

Approx 5 miles away in Barnstaple:

Our Barnstaple hotel is just a short trip away from the scenic town of Barnstaple on the banks of the River Taw.

Roundswell Services, A39 North Devon Link Road

Barnstaple, Devon

Bed & Breakfasts

Culloden House

Approx 4 miles away in Westward Ho!:

Culloden House which has retained many of its original Victorian features and charm offers B&B accommodation in a relaxed, informal and peaceful setting with sea views overlooking Westward Ho! to Baggy point and Lundy Island. We are centrally .....

Fosketh Hill

Westward Ho!, Devon

Instow Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Lobb Field Caravan & Camping Park, Braunton

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Campsites

Lobb Field Caravan & Camping Park

Approx 5 miles away in Braunton:

You will set up your caravan or pitch your tent in a grassy field far from the pressure of modern life; there are a variety of large pitches facing south with panoramic views over Braunton Burrows to the Taw estuary and across the Torridge towards Bideford and Appledore.

West Meadow Road

Braunton, Devon

Photograph of Surf Bay Holiday Park, Bideford

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Holiday Parks

Surf Bay Holiday Park

Approx 3 miles away in Bideford:

3 Award Winning quality Coast & Country Holiday Parks in Devon & Cornwall for families and couples, offering self-catering holidays and short breaks in Caravan Holiday Homes or Luxury Timber Clad Lodges (some with hot tubs!).

Golf Links Road

Bideford, Devon

Self Catering Properties

Farm & Cottage Holidays

Approx 4 miles away in Bideford:

The finest selection of personally inspected Holiday Cottages in the West Country. Farm & Cottage Holidays offer a diverse range of Devon cottages, Cornwall cottages, Somerset cottages and Dorset cottages..

5 The Quay

Bideford, Devon

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Instow

Seahorse Fish & Chips

Seahorse Fish & Chips ( Dining / Fish & Chips ). Located at 17 Cross Street, Northam, 2 miles from the center of Instow. Traditional Fish & Chip Shop offering all of your favourite items.

Waterfront Inn ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Our open-plan bar serves a mouth-watering selection of meals that are sure to satisfy even the most ravenous of appetites. Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast, a freshly ground barista coffee, a quiet beer, or a delicious meal from our kitchen, we have something to suit every taste. www.waterfrontinn.co.uk Link