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The Royal & Fortescue

3.0 star property

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Lunch and dinner served
Point of interest
Front of property
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Interior
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG
  • Popular LocationPannier Market3 min walk
  • Popular LocationQueen's Theatre3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSaunton Sands25 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)58 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

8.5/10 Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

7.6/10 Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Barnstaple

At The Royal & Fortescue, you'll be 14.1 km (8.7 mi) from Saunton Sands and 16.2 km (10.1 mi) from Croyde Bay Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .RF Bar and Lounge is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Barnstaple hotel include Clovelly Village and Exmoor Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Pannier Market - 3 min walk
  • Queen's Theatre - 3 min walk
  • Exmoor Zoo - 21 min drive
  • Saunton Sands - 25 min drive
  • Woolacombe Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 9 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Latitude 48 - 1 min walk
  • Barnstaple Bus Station - 4 min walk
  • The Water Gate - 1 min walk
  • Subway - 2 min walk
  • Lilicos - 1 min walk

About this property

The Royal & Fortescue

Comfortable hotel with bars/lounges and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Royal & Fortescue also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Barnstaple hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Royal & Fortescue offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Barnstaple hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 62 The Bank
  • RF Bar and Lounge

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fortescue Hotel
Royal & Fortescue Hotel
Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple
Royal Fortescue
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Royal Fortescue Hotel
Royal And Fortescue Barnstaple
Royal And Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple, Devon
Royal Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple
The Royal & Fortescue Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal & Fortescue?

The Royal & Fortescue offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal & Fortescue?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal & Fortescue on 8 June 2024 start from AU$201.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Royal & Fortescue?

Yep, The Royal & Fortescue has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal & Fortescue?

The closest beach to The Royal & Fortescue is Saunton Sands (11.6 km).

Does The Royal & Fortescue serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors speak well of the full breakfast here! Offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal & Fortescue?

No, The Royal & Fortescue does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal & Fortescue?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Royal & Fortescue's onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal & Fortescue?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Royal & Fortescue?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Royal & Fortescue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 473 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 473 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 473 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 473 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 473 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, convenient for town centre.
Staff were very helpful and friendly and the hotel extremely clean with a good standard of facilities. We enjoyed our stay at the hotel which is very convenient for the centre of Barnstable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was an overnight stay after evening theatre trip. Ideal location for both theatre and town. Used local restaurant so unable to comment on hotel dining but the breakfast was excellent. Well presented hotel with lots of history. Friendly staff. Would most certainly use again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly & efficient - delicious dining menu
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely weekend break.
Fantastic hotel, clean, friendly, great service. Second time there for a weekend break and the theatre, will definitely be there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to shops / restaurants The onsite restaurant was very nice and catered for gluten free ( a bit pricey)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay
Then reception staff, Emma was very helpful, the room very quiet at night and the bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024