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The Royal & Fortescue

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Saunton Sands

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Experience the classic charm of the Royal & Fortescue Hotel's traditional architecture, featuring a prominent entrance and inviting atmosphere.
Welcome to our reception area, where guests can check in and enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Enjoy a drink at the central bar, surrounded by comfortable seating and framed artwork.
Enjoy a serene coastal landscape with a wide sandy beach and lush green surroundings.
Stroll through the serene garden, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a tranquil atmosphere.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG
  • Pannier Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Queen's Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Saunton Sands
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 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

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 - 0.3 km
  • Queen's Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saunton Sands - 17 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Exmoor Zoo - 23 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 27 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Barnstaple Bus Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Water Gate - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Claytons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 48 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal & Fortescue

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Saunton Sands
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.

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 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

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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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • 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 at the property

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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.

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 26 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal & Fortescue on 31 July 2025 start from AU$245.00, 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?

Yep, full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

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. 322 out of 598 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 598 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 598 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 598 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 598 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient for the town, but parking and access is tricky - carrying bags from the car is quite a distance. Higgledy stair cases even after the lifts take you to the correct floor. Corridors in particular are in need of updating. No fridge in the room. No air conditioning - needed window open all night and felt like a security risk as there was relatively easy access from the flat roof outside. Unappealing view. Comfortable, sizable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Darran

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
when we raised concern over a loud noise coming from a room above ours the staff dealt with the problem quickly and efficiently.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central Barnstaple

Lovely weekend stay at the Fortescue Hotel very central for town. The room was of good size and facilities very clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with group
Bar closing times early.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great independent hotel, with friendly staff in the heart of the town. It was Valentine’s Day so restaurant was fully booked
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good break

Friendly staff and refreshments readily available. Car park a bit hit and miss but plenty others nearby. Nice break
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stewart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

This was a nice hotel/ location to stay in, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A word of thanks to people who rarely get any.The standard of housekeeping in the room was outstanding. All staff very helpful and polite. Would we stay thete again....without doubt if we were in that area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marllyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and very helpful staff, good location and parking ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mandy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building good secured parking loveliest helpful staff. Excellent meal and cocktails
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, dreadful car park

Hotel and staff where very nice, unfortunately we where blocked in the car park which made us 1.5 hrs late for our meeting/work which was very embarrassing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service

The service was immaculate, as always. Nothing was too much trouble and the quality of service was exceptional. When my first room had a knocking sound, this was reported and i was immediately offered another room. Sadly, the thin walls in the replacement room and noise in the alleyway by the side of the room meant that sleep was difficult until late. I'd advise stating at the front or on the right of the building. Hotel choice and facilities are great, as was the food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel friendly staff good food
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location for Theatre. Second stay. Friendly staff. Were informed prior to stay that a party with music would be in progress up until midnight. Not a problem. Unfortunate disturbance at 5am when occupant of adjoining bedroom required attention after incident. No fault of management
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025