Gorgeous Dartmoor pub ranked among the best in the world

Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
-Credit: (Image: Derek Harper/Geograph)


A popular Dartmoor pub is celebrating after receiving a prestigious award from satisfied travellers. The Dartmoor Inn at Merrivale has been recognised in the 2024 Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards.

This accolade honours businesses that consistently receive excellent reviews, placing them in the top 10 per cent of listings globally on Tripadvisor. As the world's largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor holds significant influence among travellers and diners.

Earlier this year, the pub reopened with some exciting changes. It was already famed for serving organic prime steaks cooked on a unique Ox Grill in front of its customers. That tradition has been retained but its menu was extended to celebrate fresh seafood caught by local fishermen, DevonLive reports.

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The pub's website states: "Indulge in a unique culinary experience at Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale, where theatrical dining unfolds by the old inn fireplace amidst Dartmoor National Park’s breathtaking beauty. Discover history through flavour and consider extending your stay with our cosy accommodations, ensuring an unforgettable visit to Dartmoor."

The Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale
The Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale -Credit:The Dartmoor Inn

The award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over 12 months, making it a valuable and trustworthy designation of great places to visit.

Mark Bury from The Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale, said: "Thank you to our visitors and reviewers for your incredible support. A huge thanks to our dedicated staff whose hard work has made this achievement possible. We are honoured to be included among travellers' favourites this year."

The pub's famous steak
The pub's famous steak -Credit:The Dartmoor Inn

John Boris, Chief Growth Officer at Tripadvisor "Congratulations to the Dartmoor Inn, Merrivale on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024. Travelers’ Choice honors businesses that consistently demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence.

"This means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took the time to go online and leave a great review about their experience. People rely on Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice seal to help them navigate the myriad of things to see, eat and do across the globe. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2024 and beyond."