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The Royal Hotel

3.0 star property

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A luxurious room with a fireplace, plush seating, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a book and a vase, and a view of a town through large windows.
A dining table with a salad, bread, and drinks, set in a restaurant with a checkered floor and wooden chairs.
A chair by a window with a view of buildings.
A courtyard with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall with arched windows.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Explore the area

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Barnstaple Street, Bideford, England, EX39 4AE
  • Place, The Burton Art Gallery and Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, The Big Sheep
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, RHS Garden Rosemoor
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Double Room

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with blinds.

Basic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a book and a vase, and a view of a town through large windows.

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Double Room

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a green sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a chandelier.

Premium Double Room

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Bideford

At The Royal Hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from The Big Sheep and 13.6 km (8.4 mi) from RHS Garden Rosemoor. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Merchants Bistro, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Bideford hotel, you'll be 15.6 km (9.7 mi) from Queen's Theatre and 29.3 km (18.2 mi) from Croyde Bay Beach.

What's nearby

  • The Burton Art Gallery and Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Big Sheep - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Clovelly Village - 10 min drive - 3.0 km
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor - 20 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 60 min drive - 48.4 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 17 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Hart - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe du Parc - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Rose Salterne (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mr Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mill Street Brasserie - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Royal Hotel also features laundry facilities, room service (during limited hours), and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Bideford hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 32 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 20 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Merchants Bistro

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant 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 20.00 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Royal Bideford
Royal Hotel Bideford
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Bideford
The Royal Hotel Hotel Bideford

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Hotel?

The Royal Hotel 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 Hotel?

As of 8 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 13 Aug 2026 start from AU$252, 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 Hotel?

Yep, The Royal Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Hotel?

The closest beach to The Royal Hotel is Woolacombe Beach (16.3 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Royal Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Royal Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is on offer on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Royal Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at The Royal Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 324 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 324 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 324 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 324 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 324 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, brilliant staff and the food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You had to enter the Hotel to appreciate how wonderful it is! The Restaurant was superb with a lovely menu far outstanding other Hotels of the same calibre!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean hotel with very friendly staff. Michelle provided very good service and shared some interesting history about the hotel and the local area. Evening meal and carvery was excellent. Very convenient car park also. I’d recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous hotel, wondeeful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms clean & tidy & the staff was very courteous
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Everything was very good, the staff were very busy but were always there for you. Our room was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2nd stay here - very nice, warm hotel in a great spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay the staff were friendly, efficient and helpful our room was clean,comfortable and spacious. Having a carpark is a must and near to the hotel I would recommend too anyone looking for a relaxing holiday with a good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were approachable and most helpful thoroughly enjoyed our visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Our room was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely welcome, nice and central and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was so enjoyable we intend to return next year
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay. Loved the lounge and views and excellent bistro
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

Enjoyable stay

Really pleasant stay for work. Food in the restaurant was delicious and excellent portions.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and renovated. Staff and service were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice well maintained hotel - friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, the room was larger than the average with quality furnishing and a comfortable bed. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the restaurant was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Parts of the hotel need a refurb, but the room was clean if basic, staff were helpful and the breakfast was great. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

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

Sunday carvery

Large clean room, excellent breakfast and amazing Sunday carvery
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean the bed was really comfy and the food and service were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel, yet updated. Very walkable to downtown and various sites.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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

Brilliant Stay

Lovely hotel great service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean although a little dated. The staff were excellent very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great hotel

What a hotel should be great service great staff great room great dinner great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022