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Royal Exeter Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a nightclub, steps from Bournemouth International Centre

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Enjoy a warm breakfast in the comfort of your room, complete with a cozy dining area and a comfortable bed.
Relax on the patio with comfortable seating under umbrellas and surrounded by lush greenery.
Enjoy sunbathing and relaxation on the wide sandy shoreline, with easy access to the beach via a long, straight road.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, where a selection of liquor bottles and condiments are on display.
Stunning interior space with a grand staircase, elegant dining area, and classic decor.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Explore the area

Map
Exeter Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5AG
  • Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bournemouth Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Bournemouth Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Four Poster Suite

Four Poster Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
3 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Bournemouth

Royal Exeter Hotel puts you in the heart of Bournemouth, within steps of Bournemouth International Centre and Oceanarium. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and a nightclub. .The sushi bar, Oishii, serves Asian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. 1812 is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class Bournemouth City Centre hotel include Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre and Bournemouth Beach.

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth International Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Oceanarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station - 7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aruba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bournemouth Pier - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar So - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prom Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪WestBeach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Royal Exeter Hotel

Hotel with a nightclub, steps from Bournemouth International Centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at Royal Exeter Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bournemouth hotel.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1812
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Royal Exeter Hotel offers 47 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Bournemouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 1,812
  • BarSo - Bar & Nightclub
  • Oishii

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1812
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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.
  • 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.5 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per day
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, American Express, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Royal Exeter
Royal Exeter Bournemouth
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Royal Exeter Hotel Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Exeter Hotel?

Royal Exeter Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Exeter Hotel?

As of 2 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Exeter Hotel on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$181.76, 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 Royal Exeter Hotel?

Yep, Royal Exeter Hotel has a self car park for GBP 10 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Exeter Hotel?

Yep, Royal Exeter Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach.

Does Royal Exeter Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, guests give top marks to the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Available weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Exeter Hotel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Royal Exeter Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Royal Exeter Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Meyrick Park Golf Course is a short 19-minute walk away.

Royal Exeter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good it was ideal for our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Negatives …..Our room had a large crack in the ceiling above the bed, where they have had a massive leak, it looked like it was going to fall in on us at any moment !! Bath had a chip in it, bathroom lights only 1 working out of 4 and shower was just lukewarm even on hottest setting . Positives …. Lovely breakfast and staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely staff

The staff were amazing, very friendly with great service. The only downside was the dreadful noise from the onsite nightclub that went on until 4am so didn't get much sleep on the Saturday. Much better on the Sunday when the club wasn't open.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an older property, the third floor bedrooms were chilly and generated a lot of condensation which was uncomfortable to sleep in. Generally the rooms just need updating but the communal areas are well looked after and much warmer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Hazel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

One night stay

Old large hotel not geared for comfort but for music and bar which was good. Room very basic usual old hotel en-suite small as was room bed very comfortable and small shower but good pressure and hot water. No where to eat on Monday in the hotel . Normally a sushi bar open but believe on Sundays they do a good roast. The breakfast and service was excellent though. Good for one night stay as opposite BiC which we wanted. Managed to park in gated car park as not too busy but they won’t guarantee you a place even with a disabled badge😩
Turn curtain
Broken lampshade
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Good

The hotel was very good, bedding and towels very clean as was the room. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Joe

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Don’t bother!

Very shabby and tired noisy single room. The floorboards were so creaky that you felt uncomfortable walking around because of the noise. Very outdated decor. Very old fashioned. Haven’t seen a toilet like that or the type of lampshade for years! Overlooked the car park and there was a lot of noise by the bins! Desperately in need of a total refurb.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

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

Perfect for what we wanted

We had one night here and it was lovely friendly staff ,clean room comfy bed on the 3rd floor. Easy quick walking distance to the beach . Lovely fresh breakfast and happy hour cocktails in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

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

Lovely quiet stay!

I stayed from Sunday to Tuesday and the hotel was silent! I did start thinking I may have been the only one there! The room was very clean and had everything I needed. Being by the coast, it does get really cold at night which I'm not used to being from London so Tanya, the receptionist, kindly provided me with a portable heater as the radiators in the rooms were on a timer and did not switch on. I loved the décor of the hotel, it's absolutely beautiful, the wood against the red really works making it look very luxurious! The only thing that I feel is a major concern is how creaky the floors are!! Not just in the rooms but in the corridors, I'm guessing when the hotel is full, this could be an issue for people staying there. Overall, I had a really nice stay. The hotel is in a really convenient place being a few minutes walk from the beach and pier, and across the road is the BIC which I know they have music concerts there. Tanya the receptionist was very polite, welcoming and always had a smile on her face! She gave me all the information I needed about my stay and did not hesitate to help if I needed anything. She truly is a valuable member of staff. I had the breakfast on one of my mornings there and it was delicious so I would say take this option with your booking! I would definitely recommend staying at this hotel. I would be booking again without a doubt.
Superior Single
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

One night stay in Bournemouth

Hotel good location but needs updating Nice staff great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Excellent

Very friendly, helpful. Thankyou for every thing.excellent breakfast. Safe parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

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

Tired bedroom decor but clean and great low price

So very cheaply priced. Building getting tired and rooms in need of decoration but were spotlessly clean. All staff were friendly and helpful. Bar / club area was exceptional. Breakfast great quality too Amazing value for Bournemouth. We will use again Perfect location too , easy secure car parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel extremely convenient for BIC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very courteous and polite, parking was £8 on their grounds which I thought was reasonable, especially when they let us use the car park till the next book in at 2pm even though we booked out by 11 am. There is a night club/late bar on the ground floor so be aware that you can still hear this on the second floor which is where our room was. It wasn't ridiculously loud to be fair.It didn't keep us awake and a bonus if you fancy an after hours night-cap.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All members of staff were very pleasant and helpful. The room was lovely and clean but the bathroom was very dated and needs new bath panel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff were extremely welcoming and helpful during our stay. Room felt a bit dated although we had a very big room with a comfortable bed. Bathroom could do with a curtain rather than a net curtain as when you have the light on at night you feel overlooked by neighbouring properties. Breakfast was delicious with a good choice and decent size. Parking was good and secure. Overall we had a great stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic hotel….especially if you love music !

Fantastic service from check in to breakfast. Everyone very professional and friendly. Only one downside is the loud music from the club below…till 4am Shame as hotel is in a lovely central location and everything else was perfect !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brigitte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's situation is perfect, walking distance to the glorious beach but also shops and a good variety of restaurants. The staff were very friendly. Our room was clean but best of all the bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

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

The Royal Exeter hotel

Nice hotel with an adjoining sushi bar. Sadly, we were not allowed to eat in the restaurant, as there were only two groups. The chef bought our breakfast to our room. It was delicious, but I’d have preferred it at a table. The staff were all friendly and the place was lovely.
View from the hotel
Hotel
Entrance hall
Staircase
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

k

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025