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Located in the picturesque Devonshire town of Illfracombe is the Royal Britannia Hotel. Totally refurbished in 2010, the hotel overlooks the harbor and has 2 restaurants and 2 bars, offering cuisine from Northern China, Sunday carvery and bar meals. Former notable guests of the hotel include Lord Admiral Nelson and King Edward VII. Rooms at the Royal Britannia feature TVs and tea/coffee making facilities, while some have sea views and spa baths. The large restaurant has exposed wooden beams and serves English and international cuisine. There is a carvery with a range of meat, and a sea-food menu featuring the fresh catch from Illfracombe harbor. There are two bars, serving a wide range of drinks and light snacks throughout the day. Devonshire cream teas are also available for guests to enjoy. The hotel is surrounded by the harbor stunning countryside walks. The golden, sandy beaches of Woolacommbe are a haven for surfers, and are a 10-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Ilfracombe, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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2 full beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
2 full beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
3 twin beds
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.7
Low score for Ilfracombe
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Royal Britannia Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Darts
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs £8 per day.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Sustainability initiatives

    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

    House rules

    Royal Britannia Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 127. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Debit card Royal Britannia Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the Britannia Inn is the hotel's on-site restaurant. The hotel does not accept American Express.

    Please note if traveling with a pet, that only selective room types can accommodate animals. Please confirm in advance if you will be traveling with a pet.

    Please note single sex groups of 3 or over will only be accepted with a pre authorization payment of upto £300 per person on the guests card to cover any damages or smoking in the room. All guests must also provide photo ID in order to check in.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Royal Britannia Hotel

    • Royal Britannia Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Ping-pong
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach

    • Royal Britannia Hotel is 2,600 feet from the center of Ilfracombe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Royal Britannia Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Royal Britannia Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Royal Britannia Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Room options at Royal Britannia Hotel include:

      • Family
      • Double
      • Triple
      • Twin
      • Quad
      • Twin/Double

    • Royal Britannia Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant