Guesthouse The Royal Hotel
Barnstaple Street, Bideford, EX39 4AE, United Kingdom – Great location - show map
Hotel was great and the staff wonderful. Extremely helpful and caring. Food very good and coped with a Vegan and GF diet. Easy access and secure car park just across the narrow road.
United KingdomGood Covid protocols in place. Room was a good size. Although due to Covid restrictions the room wasn't made up each day, we were able to request replacement items for the bathroom and also tea/coffee/milk etc. The restaurant was lovely and the food fantastic. Service from all staff was excellent.
United KingdomI stayed for one night before getting the boat to Lundy. The hotel is in a very convenient location a few minutes' walk from the quay where the boat leaves, close to a bus stop and the shops in Bideford. It was perfect for one night - clean and comfortable, with fast wifi and efficient and friendly check-in.
United KingdomI had a nice clean comfortable single room. I had dinner in the bar - roast beef was exceptionally good. Breakfast the next day was one of the best I've had.
United KingdomI liked that it was an independent, family-run hotel with its own character and a long history. I happened by Kingsley's room on the way down from my room. What a magnificent ceiling, like Grinling Gibbons in plaster. A budget hotel would have sufficed for my brief business trip but this was so much more. I will come again and also visit your other hotels in the area if I get the chance.
United KingdomThe staff were friendly and very helpful. Everywhere was very clean and well maintained. Location was perfect. Highly recommended
United KingdomLoved everything about the hotel and staff......and the town in general.
United States of AmericaReally nice hotel but it’s not about the hotel it’s the staff They were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us The rooms are comfortable and have everything you need The food is really good and plenty to choose from Mark’s out of 10 I would give it a 10 and will go back
United KingdomThe Royal Hotel looks good from the outside and we were very impressed when we entered the building. Very smart foyer and a very welcoming receptionist. We had a very comfortable and impressive room, the evening meal in the restaurant was delicious and the breakfast was one of the best we have had. We felt very safe and all the staff wore face masks. Everywhere was very clean.
United KingdomA lovely quiet room. Very clean and comfortable. Easy parking. Friendly and very helpful staff. Easy to book. Great location.
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See what guests loved the most:
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Paul
United Kingdom“Hotel was great and the staff wonderful. Extremely helpful and caring. Food very good and coped with a Vegan and GF diet. Easy access and secure car park just across the narrow road.”
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Sue
United Kingdom
“Good Covid protocols in place. Room was a good size. Although due to Covid restrictions the room wasn't made up each day, we were able to request replacement items for the bathroom and also tea/coffee/milk etc. The restaurant was lovely and the food fantastic. Service from all staff was excellent.” Read more
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Sarah
United Kingdom
“I stayed for one night before getting the boat to Lundy. The hotel is in a very convenient location a few minutes' walk from the quay where the boat leaves, close to a bus stop and the shops in Bideford. It was perfect for one night - clean and comfortable, with fast wifi and efficient and friendly check-in.” Read more
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Claire
United Kingdom
“I had a nice clean comfortable single room. I had dinner in the bar - roast beef was exceptionally good. Breakfast the next day was one of the best I've had.”
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Philip
United Kingdom
“I liked that it was an independent, family-run hotel with its own character and a long history. I happened by Kingsley's room on the way down from my room. What a magnificent ceiling, like Grinling Gibbons in plaster. A budget hotel would have sufficed for my brief business trip but this was so much more. I will come again and also visit your other hotels in the area if I get the chance.” Read more
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Lawrence
United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly and very helpful. Everywhere was very clean and well maintained. Location was perfect. Highly recommended”
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Yvonne
United States of America“Loved everything about the hotel and staff......and the town in general.”
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Darren
United Kingdom
“Really nice hotel but it’s not about the hotel it’s the staff They were amazing and couldn’t do enough for us The rooms are comfortable and have everything you need The food is really good and plenty to choose from Mark’s out of 10 I would give it a 10 and will go back ” Read more
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Jayne
United Kingdom
“The Royal Hotel looks good from the outside and we were very impressed when we entered the building. Very smart foyer and a very welcoming receptionist. We had a very comfortable and impressive room, the evening meal in the restaurant was delicious and the breakfast was one of the best we have had. We felt very safe and all the staff wore face masks. Everywhere was very clean.” Read more
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Lorna
United Kingdom
“A lovely quiet room. Very clean and comfortable. Easy parking. Friendly and very helpful staff. Easy to book. Great location.”
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With an atmosphere and character that is quite unique, parts of The Royal Hotel date back to the 17th century. The sensational Kingsley Room still has its original pine panelling and magnificent ornate ceiling. With its pretty riverside setting, the Royal makes a wonderful base from which to explore all the delights of North Devon. We are literally on the Tarka Trail making us the perfect location for walkers and cyclists or take a short walk over the bridge into Bideford to catch the MS Oldenburg to explore the National Trust's unspoilt Lundy Island. Add to this our legendary service and mouth watering cuisine and you have all the ingredients for a break that is truly memorable.
When you stay with us in Bideford, you will never be left wondering what to do or where to visit! The choice is amazing: You can catch the ferry to Lundy, a beautiful uninhabited island that shows nature at its best. Ilfracombe is a charming seaside town and the site of Damien Hirst’s Verity. The famous resort of Westward Ho! is easy to reach. You can explore the wilds of Exmoor or our stunning coastline along The South West Coast Path. Barnstaple has a lively historic town centre, while Clovelly is a stunning fishing village dating back 500 years. At Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton Sands you can experience some of the finest beaches in the country.
Languages spoken: English
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Lundy Island0.6 miles
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Royal North Devon Golf Club2.1 miles
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Westward Ho!2.5 miles
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Woolacombe Beach10.8 miles
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River River Torridge0 miles
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Westward Ho! Beach2.4 miles
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Saunton Sands Beach3.5 miles
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Peppercombe Beach4.7 miles
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Gauter Beach6 miles
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Bucks Mills Beach6 miles
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Exeter International Airport39.4 miles
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Cardiff Airport45.6 miles
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Newquay Cornwall Airport52.6 miles
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered 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
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Extra bed by request
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£12.50 per child, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
The Royal Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
The fine print
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform The Royal Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
FAQs about The Royal Hotel
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Royal Hotel (subject to availability):
- Parking on site
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Accessible parking
- Free parking
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Guests staying at The Royal Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
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Room options at The Royal Hotel include:
- Single
- Double
- Twin/Double
- Twin
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Royal Hotel by:
- Car 1h 10min
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The Royal Hotel is 1,500 feet from the center of Bideford.
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The prices at The Royal Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Royal Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- The Regency Restaurant
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Check-in at The Royal Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The Royal Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
