Guesthouse The Royal Hotel
Barnstaple Street, Bideford, EX39 4AE, United Kingdom – Great location - show map
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.
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 AmericaThe staff were very friendly and polite. The Standard Room we had was very comfortable (pets can only stay in the Standard Rooms). We also, took our dog with us and The Royal are Pet friendly as well. The bed was very comfortable and the room was very quiet. A fan is provided in the room as the weather was muggy outside as well. Window only opens a fraction of the way and the chain needed repairing to keep it open. Car Parking was also a bonus, I like the idea you can just drive in and collect a coin from Reception to operate the barrier on exiting the car park. Breakfast menu provided was substantial from continental to full English catering for most people's needs. We booked an evening meal at the Restaurant one night, the lightly spiced fish cakes as starter excellent favour, well recommended. We had two very comfortable nights stay and will certainly use The Royal Hotel again.
United KingdomVery good location just 5 mins walk into town centre.
United KingdomWonderful historic, quirky Hotel with very attentive helpful staff and a warm welcome. The room was spacious and well presented with a lovely shower and a very comfortable bed. Great views from our window as we were overlooking the Tarka Trail. A very convenient location for walking into Bideford and great views of the old bridge.
United KingdomAllowing me to keep my room whilst I waited for my lift
United KingdomOrganised friendly and spotlessly clean. Covid precaution good and well thought out.
United KingdomExcellent breakfast and evening meal, staff friendly and efficient.
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One of our top picks in Bideford.This historic hotel has first-class , service and a close to North Devon's sights, including Clovelly village and the picturesque for walkers and cyclists.
The Royal Hotel is at the eastern end of ancient and close to public transportation. It is to explore the center of Bideford and the quayside, where you can catch a boat to Lundy Island.
The hotel is associated with the 17th-century Court of Assize and the author, Sir Charles Kingsley, who wrote parts of 'The Water Babies' and 'Westward Ho!' while staying here.
At The Royal Hotel, rooms are , and have 24-hour room service. One of the hotel's famous features is the oak-paneled , with its ornate, sculpted ceiling.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.1 for two-person stays.
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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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Supermarket Morrisons0.7 miles
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Market Bideford Pannier Market0.7 miles
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Supermarket Tesco0.9 miles
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Supermarket Asda2 miles
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Market Barnstaple Pannier Market9.6 miles
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River River Torridge0 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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Amenities of The Royal Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Pets
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Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
- Secure parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- Honeymoon suite
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Newspapers Additional charge
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Accessibility
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Safety features
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
- Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Physical distancing
- Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
- Contactless check-in/out
Cleanliness & disinfection
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
- Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Food & drink safety
- All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- Physical distancing in dining areas
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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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 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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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Royal Hotel (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Secure parking
- Accessible parking
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Guests staying at The Royal Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
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The Royal Hotel is 1,500 feet from the center of Bideford.
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Room options at The Royal Hotel include:
- Single
- Double
- Twin/Double
- Twin
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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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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Royal Hotel by:
- Car 1h 10min
