Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel

Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel frequently asked questions

Who owns the Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel?

Saunton Sands Hotel is part of the Brend Hotels group, a family-owned hotel chain in the South West of England. It is the flagship property in their collection, added in 1977.

How do you get to Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel?

Saunton Sands Hotel is in Braunton, North Devon, perfectly located overlooking the beach. It's accessible by car and public transport. For those driving, it is situated on the A361, approximately four miles from Braunton and 10 miles from Barnstaple with plenty of free parking on site. The nearest train station is Barnstaple - from there you can take a bus or taxi to the hotel.

What is included in a spa day at Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel?

What is included in a spa day at Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel depends on the experience that you book. Spa facilities include a gym, a marine-inspired thermal suite with a salt inhalation steam room, a Finnish aroma sauna, an ice fountain, a contrast shower and a marine vitality pool surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, a relaxation room and two large swimming pools - one indoors and one outdoors. There are six treatment rooms where therapists use Kerstin Florian and iS Clinical products, in a range of face and body treatments.

What is near Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel?

Located in Braunton, the spa hotel is ideally situated for exploring North Devon. Nearby attractions include:

• Saunton Beach
• Braunton Burrows (UNESCO Biosphere Reserve)
• Croyde Bay
• Woolacombe Beach
• Exmoor National Park

When was Saunton Sands Hotel built?

Saunton Sands Hotel was built and first opened in 1933, designed in Art Deco style by developer Sir John Christie, who also built the Glyndebourne opera house. Since then it has operated continuously as a hotel, apart from a brief interlude during the Second World War, when it was requisitioned to house the Duke of York's Royal Military School.

The founder of Brend Hotels, Percy Brend, spent many wonderful days at Saunton Sands with his future wife Florence when they were courting in the 1920s, and they both loved the place. They watched the hotel being built and Percy promised Florence he would buy the hotel for her one day. Many years later in 1977, Percy Brend fulfilled that dream when he purchased it.

The Source Spa was added in September 2018.

What amenities does Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel have?

Saunton Sands Hotel is a four star beachfront hotel with spa. It has 77 rooms and suites, all offering contemporary, coastal style as well as views of the sea and world biosphere dunes.

The Dining Room at Saunton Sands Hotel has two AA rosettes, open for lunch and dinner, offering British classics curated from local produce. The Terrace Lounge is also available for a more relaxed menu including light lunches, sandwiches and afternoon teas, with al fresco dining when the weather permits. On select days for lunch and dinner, as well as weekend breakfasts, there is also the Beachside Grill.

Spa facilities include a gym, a marine-inspired thermal suite with a salt inhalation steam room, a Finnish aroma sauna, an ice fountain, a contrast shower and a marine vitality pool surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, a relaxation room and two large swimming pools - one indoors and one outdoors. There are six treatment rooms where therapists use Kerstin Florian and iS Clinical products, in a range of face and body treatments.

Accessible facilities include:

• For assistance prior to arrival please contact the reservations team on 01271 890212
• Their sample menus are available in a larger font on request
• There is a shop mobility scheme operating in Braunton (approximately three miles from the hotel)
• The hotel is arranged over four floors and there is lift access to the three main floors
• There is lift access to their restaurant and main lounge, which are both on one level.
• They have three apartments on the ground floor; "Surf" apartment (with two twin beds and one double bed) has an accessible bathroom.
• There are disabled toilet facilities both in reception and in the spa
• All public rooms have plenty of natural light
• All bedrooms and corridors are well lit with contrasting flooring and walls
• The hotel does not allow pets unless they are assistance dogs. Assistance dogs must be registered
• There is good mobile reception throughout the hotel and every bedroom has a telephone.
• There is a drop-off point, on a slight incline, at the main entrance to the hotel
• There are two designated disabled parking spaces in the car park at the front of the hotel. These spaces are available to those with a blue disability badge. If the spaces aren’t available when you arrive, we can arrange to park your car for you
• Entrance to the front of the hotel is via steps or a ramp. The entry threshold height 350mm
• Porters are always available to assist you and, if you wish, your luggage can be collected from your car and delivered directly to your room. A porter can also help you upon departure
• The main car park is 75 metres from the hotel entrance and there is a steep incline
• The bedrooms, which are situated on four floors, can be accessed by a lift or stairs
• The width of the doorway is 1500mm
• The height of the reception desk is 950mm. There is seating available with a selection of sofas, armchair and tall back seats present
• The lighting is LED downlighting which is dimmable if required
• Wall sockets are located throughout the Guest Relations lounge
• Hearing loops are currently unavailable
• All corridors are well lit and carpeted
• The restaurant and main lounge are on one level, on the lower ground floor, accessible from the main entrance by steep stairs or the lift
• On the lower ground floor and Bar area, some of the floors are tiled and some are carpet
• Any doors in these areas are on auto closures
• The width of all doorways is 1550mm
• The restaurant floor is mainly carpeted with some areas that are tiled
• There is ample movable seating and there are chairs with or without arms available
• There is background music in most areas. This can be adjusted if requested
• Restaurant service is a mixture of full buffet and table service. Full waiter service is provided if required
• Restaurant tables are laid with white table linen
• Menus are typed clearly and can be supplied in larger text
• Staff are happy to read and explain menus
• All types of allergies and dietary requirements are catered for
• Access to the sea-facing terrace is via the lounge area which has a slightly raised edge on the doorways
• The patio itself is a flat paved surface with some movable seating.
• Various seating is available including sofas, bank seating and armchairs
• The Hotel Spa is located on the entrance level.
• All treatment rooms and rooftop relaxation areas are serviced by a lift.
• The Thermal Suite is located on the ground floor. Sauna and steam room accessible at floor level. The vitality pool is accessible up four steps with a full handrail and three steps down with a handle into the pool.
• The indoor heated pool suite is on the ground floor and is accessed by steps and a lift.
• Entry into the indoor pool is by five built in steps at one end with a hand rail the full length of these steps. It has non-slip tiles
• There is no lifeguard on duty, but lifesaving equipment is available by both the indoor and outdoor pools
• Seating is available by the indoor pool, outdoor pool, and throughout the spa
• The outdoor pool is accessed by seven steps. The steps into the pool are 220mm high.
• They can provide a ramp if needed
• The gym facilities are suitable for those less abled. More information on the gym equipment is available on their website
• In the spa area, there are accessible lockers in the Disabled Toilet & Shower Room.
• These are both at eye level and lower
• There is a swimsuit dryer available in the spa
• There are 19 steps per floor. Each step is 15.24cm high and 30.5cm deep. The hand rail is on the left-hand side
• Both lifts have automatic doors and carpeted floors and can comfortably accommodate a wheelchair and one escort. The floor space is 1.4metres x 93.cm. The doors are 97cm wide
• The bedrooms, which are situated on three floors, can be accessed by a lift or stairs
• Notes are made on resident's bookings alerting them of the need for assistance during an emergency
• A Deaf Guard fire alarm listening device is available at Guest Relations
• The bedrooms have short pile carpets
• All rooms have bedside lights - extra lighting is available on request
• 24-hour room service is available
• There is a telephone available in all bedrooms
• All bedrooms have an ensuite
• Plugs are available on both sides of the bed in all Double / King Size rooms
• Their single beds are three feet, double beds are five feet and super king beds are six feet.
• The amount of space around the bed varies depending on the room type reserved.
• The majority of beds can be split into twin beds. However, this is not possible in Cosy Rooms
• All rooms have either curtains or blinds
• All rooms have a full-length mirror and also a dressing table mirror
• There are two disabled toilets, one in reception, opposite the main lift, on the ground floor and the second in the Source Spa
• Ladies' toilets are available on the lower ground floor, close to the restaurant and lounge. The gentleman's toilet is on the ground floor
• Accessible shower room facilities are available in a selection of hotel bedrooms.
• They also have additional disabled facilities within the Source Spa which include a toilet and shower
• Baby changing facilities are located near The Gallery toilets, which is clearly signed ‘baby changing’
• The Disabled Toilet is 2.2metres X 1.5metres. The emergency help lever in all disabled toilets is one metre off the floor
• Please reserve the following equipment when you make your booking. If you require anything that is not listed below, please contact them and they will do their utmost to arrange the hire on your behalf: bath seat, cot, high chair, some bedrooms have minibars, suitable for the storage of medication and the hotel will endeavour to allocate these on requests of this facility
• A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan can be agreed upon arrival with guests
• The tennis courts are accessible from the putting green via a slight camber
• The enclosed children’s play area at the far end of the grounds has a grass surface and is inspected daily by our maintenance team

What are the food and drink options at Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel?

The Dining Room at Saunton Sands Hotel has two AA rosettes, open for lunch and dinner, offering British classics curated from local produce. The Terrace Lounge is also available for a more relaxed menu including light lunches, sandwiches and afternoon teas, with al fresco dining when the weather permits. On select days for lunch and dinner, as well as weekend breakfasts, there is also the Beachside Grill.

How many treatment rooms are there at Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel?

There are six treatment rooms where therapists use Kerstin Florian and iS Clinical products, in a range of face and body treatments.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at Source Spa and Wellness at Saunton Sands Hotel is at 3pm and check-out is 11am. Spa opening times are 7am until 9.30pm with treatments available from 10am to 8pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.