The Royal Hotel
Location: Barnstaple Street, Bideford, gb
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Historic Charm and Convenient Location
Experience first-class food, friendly service, and a prime location to explore North Devon's gems like Clovelly village and the scenic Tarka Trail.
Rich History and Cultural Significance
Immerse yourself in the heritage of the 17th-century Court of Assize and the literary legacy of Sir Charles Kingsley, adding a touch of literary charm to your stay.
Elegant Rooms and Unique Features
Relax in clean, comfortable rooms with 24-hour room service and marvel at the exquisite oak-panelled Kingsley Room, boasting a stunning sculpted ceiling.
Book your stay at The Royal Hotel to indulge in a blend of history, comfort, and exceptional service.
Important Information
Please inform 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Fax/photocopying
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Ironing service
- Packed lunches
- Non-smoking throughout
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Wheelchair accessible
- Kid meals
- Fruits
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- 24-hour security
- Security alarm
- Television in common areas
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free wired internet
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Wine release events
- Reception hall
- Secured parking
- Vegetarian menu options available
- Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Rooms Available
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Standard Double or Twin Room
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
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Basic Double Room
1 Double Bed
129 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
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Deluxe Room
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Room service (limited hours)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Deep soaking bathtub
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
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Suite with River View
This suite's standout feature is the fireplace. This suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The suite is furnished with a desk and a seating area and offers executive lounge access, a wardrobe and river views. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Slippers
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Standard Single Room
This room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Standard Double Room
This room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Cozy Double Room
This room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Standard Twin Room
This room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Small Double or Twin Room
This room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Superior Double or Twin Room
This room includes free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, executive lounge access, a wardrobe as well as river views.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
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Superior Double or Twin Room
Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, executive lounge access, a wardrobe, as well as an electric kettle.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Executive lounge access
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
Guest Reviews
- Carmel (8/5): -
- Christian (10/5): -
- jackie (10/5): - Beautiful room, with a good view, plenty car parking, the meals were excellent N/a
- Angelika (8/5): -
- Martin (7/5): - Sehr freundliches Personal, sehr gutes Frühstück wie auch Abendessen, eigener Parkplatz, angenehme Atmosphäre in den Frühstücks-, Restaurants- und Aufenthaltsräumen. Die Lage. Entgegen den schönen Fotos des Gebäudes, das mit einem vorgelagertem gepflegten Garten gezeigt wird, befindet sich das Hotel tatsächlich unmittelbar an einer stark befahrenen Kreuzung. Zur Zeit befindet sich zudem eine große Baustelle zwischen Hotel und Ufer des nahegelegenen Flussarmes. Zimmer war zwar gut und komplett ausgestattet, französisches Doppelbett allerdings nur 1,4 Meter breit, Zimmer extrem klein und zudem durch eine unmittelbar darüber befindliche Lärmquelle (Lüftungsschacht?) teilweise recht laut. Damit war das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis für uns nicht Ordnung.
- Wendy (8/5): - Location, friendly staff, Lovely room Bit noisy as on a roundabout.
- Russell (9/5): -
- Annette (8/5): Heerlijk traditioneel hotel. - Een heerlijk oud en traditioneel hotel. Goed verzorgd en schoon. Zeer vriendelijk personeel met een persoonlijke benadering. De kamer was ruim. Klassiek ingericht en lag rustig aan de achterzijde. Diner was uitstekend. Wel een hele grote portie. Er is een prive parkeerplaats tegenover het hotel. Jammer dat er geen groen om het hotel is.
- Andrew (9/5): Enjoyable comfy stay but onnthe pricey side - Lovely clean large room on arrival, overlooking the river. Staff very happy and helpful. Food both evening lunch and breakfast was tasty and great quality. Not the hotels fault but lots of work being done across the road at front of hotel. Also a busy road , room noisy with windows open but too hot with them shut. Off the Booking.com images initially looks like it has a drinks garden and it does but its actually across the busy road from the hotel. Also feel rooms a little pricey we often go for short breaks and feel its over priced for a May break.
- Theresa (8/5): Comfortable good quality accommodation - Hotel very central for the town. Comfortable old style residence. Polite staff and good breakfast.
- John (9/5): -
- Paprocka (7/5): -
- Thomas Huw (10/5): - Professional, classy Nothing
- Sarah (8/5): Lovely Hotel for accessing Bideford and Lundy Island - The room itself was lovely. Really liked the design choices, and had good facilities. When I booked I hadn't necessarily expected to be facing the river but it was a nice bonus when I checked in. I also appreciated the little tea/coffees station + extras as I did a lot of writing as part of my stay. I also liked the addition of the robes, and having a window seat to look out on the river, particularly at sunset It was the perfect location for going to Lundy island. I could roll out of bed, and in 5-10 mins I was queuing to board MS Oldenburg. Parking included was also a great benefit It's unfortunate there's an active building site opposite the hotel. I appreciate this is out of the hotel's control, and I still really enjoyed my view regardless. It did mean sometimes, however, there was a lot of noise from the construction site Additionally I wasn't too bothered by the traffic outside, as for me traffic is like white noise, but it was a particularly busy junction at times. There's no crossings available outside the hotel directly, so sometimes crossing the road was awkward. Once again, out of the hotel's control but just something to note
- Sandra (10/5): -
- Tom (10/5): - Location is perfect very close to town but not in it so less late night noise.
- Linda (8/5): -
- Jarmain (8/5): A good comfortable hotel. - Excellent breakfast. Room was rather small and no where to put anything in the bathroom. Cushions everywhere that took up any seating as there was nowhere to put them all!space.
- Geoffrey (7/5): Adequate but room for improvement.Alex Polizzi would have had a few things to say. - Our first room was good but noisy being on the bridge road and the second one was small,noisy (being next door to the first) and no wardrobe just a rail to hang clothes on and not even a toilet roll holder in the bathroom,just loose on the toilet brush! But the towels were very good.No grab rails in the shower or bath in both both bathrooms which to my mind leaves them open to being sued by an elderly person slipping getting out. Staff were very nice though and food good but not outstanding. The chefs attempt with a pork noodles dish. As an ex restaurateur he needs guidance on presentation to avoid it looking like dogs mess.
- Antonia (10/5): -
- Joanne (8/5): -
- Roger (8/5): -
- Rachel Tomlinson (9/5): - A very stylish hotel with ornate high ceilings, panoramic view and very comfortable bed. We were impressed by the attentive staff and the location was perfect for catching the Lundy ferry early in the morning.
- Fiona (10/5): Superb - Superb room, very comfortable beds, wonderful view across bridge, helpful staff, very clean
- Harriet (8/5): Interesting and enjoyable. - Delightful historic hotel with excellent food and service. Nothing
- Nicky (8/5): Great hotel stay very comfy & good value for money - Central to were we were eating Nothing it was very nice & comfy
- Paul (10/5): -
- Sonia (9/5): Ottimo soggiorno - Stanza e bagno ottimi Parcheggio gratuito proprio di fronte Ottima posizione a pochi minuti a piedi dal centro Ristorante e colazione ottimi, ma servizio un po’ lento (e non era pieno)
- cherylann (10/5): Fabulous hotel full of history , lovely rooms , all staff are friendly & helpful, good food; breakfast amazing😋will -
- Stephen (10/5): Superb! - A lovely hotel with great rooms and very friendly staff. Really enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was delicious.
- Steve (10/5): Excellent Hotel - Fantastic hotel and excellent room overlooking the estuary staff were very polite we will go there again. 😊 N/A
- Alex (10/5): -
- Joanne (9/5): Good value - Beautiful room and bathroom, plenty of parking comfortable bed Location at junction of main intersection does mean there is traffic noise but using the fan provided to keep the room cool also alleviated traffic noise so slept well
- Daniel Pudney (10/5): - Everything Na
- Kayleigh (10/5): -
- Alice (7/5): Great stay - Lovely friendly staff. Great breakfast. Perfect location for us. Bedrooms could do with a revamp, decoration and facilities are tired.
- Barry (8/5): -
- matthew (7/5): Good value. Great location. - Great location and lively staff. Dated. Very poor shower and water pressure. Literally a dribble.
- Kirsty (9/5): -
- Alun (10/5): - We have stayed here before to walk parts of the coastpath. Great situation, friendly and professional staff, delicious food, comfy and nicely decorated rooms. Thoroughly recommend. Nothing
- Jonathan (10/5): - Excellent breakfast Drinks expensive
- Vickymcgreen (6/5): Underwhelming High Tea Party – Poor Preparation and Communication - We booked a party for 40 guests plus 22 support staff. The staff on the day were friendly and helpful, but overall the event was disappointing and felt poorly prepared. The biggest issue was the lack of communication beforehand. We were not told there would not be enough high tea stands for all the guests. As we paid the standard high tea rate, we would have expected at least one stand between two guests. Instead, there were only two stands per table, which was clearly not enough and made the presentation feel mean rather than special. Had we been told in advance, we could easily have arranged something ourselves. The same applied to the cream and jam. There were only two portions of each per table, so guests did not feel comfortable helping themselves as they wanted. Again, if we had known there were not enough ramekins or supplies to serve this properly, we could have stepped in and fixed it. Telling me on the day with over 50 in the room the plates would be topped up wasn't the best solution but the best that could be offered. There was also no effort made to match the party colours, which was disappointing as details like that help make an event feel special. The staff buffet for 25 people looked very sparce. For 16 pounds a head we got sliced up quiche sandwich and sausage rolls just dumped on plates no effort to make it looked nice. A manager and waitress does not mean great service with tea and coffee for over 50 people. This booking was made well over a month in advance, so these shortages should have been communicated ahead of time, not discovered on the day. The staff were lovely, but the event felt under-resourced and under-prepared. Unfortunately, if you cannot provide the basics of a standard high tea for a booked event, you should not be taking those bookings.
- John (10/5): Wonderful hotel in a convenient location - Lovely clean room with very friendly and attentive staff. I'll definitely be staying here for all future work conferences in Bideford.
- jcbowman2026 (6/5): Disappointing - Our stay at the Royal was disappointing especially as we are accustomed to staying at Brend hotels. We felt there were serious management shortcomings.We paid a significant premium to stay in Room 113. The shower was dangerously slippery when the tray was wet. There were NO grab handles at all and the non slip mat only covered a fraction of the floor area. I very nearly fell and was seriously shaken up by the experience.The lay out of the suite was bizarre. No water was available in the tea making small room., and the kettle was far too heavy.Milk was in the fridge in the wardrobe which was jammed shut. I suffered a nasty bruise to a finger nail trying to prise the wardrobe open. We had to send for someone to open the wardrobe door TWICE, as it was jammed shut again the next day. Similarly the service in the restaurant was painfully slow. It took 40 minutes to serve our breakfast order. All this was a real pity because the food was excellent WHEN IT ARRIVED, and the staff were generally very helpful. Parking for us, who have a disabled badge was unsatisfactory as only one bay was available, and already taken,
- Lorraine (10/5): Lovely stay but rooms need attention - Excellent customer service all staff were very friendly from reception to bar / restaurant staff. Food was excellent good choice at breakfast and dinner. Downstairs decor was lovely. Beds were very comfortable but rooms were a little tired marks on carpet sealant around the bath coming away from tiles chips in the sink basin and toilet seats. Taps on sink look like a make shift repair.
- Gary (8/5): - We ate in one night and the food was good. The staff are really helpful and polite. Bar prices are reasonable. The beds were very comfy and our room was roomy. We were on the second floor overlooking the roundabout, I was surprised how quite it was. The streaky bacon at breakfast was like rubber, the soda bread toast was like concrete, the sausages were to hard. We wasn't asked if we wanted toast with our breakfast, we had to ask for it. The two male servers need to buy an iron and use it.
- Kayleigh (10/5): -
- Andrew (8/5): Comfortable good staff good food - Ovation and history of the hotel Not as regal as expected the bedroom
- Shane (8/5): - Very good food Bed could have been more comfortable
- irenecleverley (10/5): Wedding attendance - Our room was lovely and spacious. Had a good night's sleep. Plenty of parking. Staff were really helpful and friendly.
- Angela (9/5): Generally it was good and the staff very accommodating and friendly - Breakfast was good and the location was as expected We had dinner one night and the chicken satay was not good and the service was lacking
- Tansley (8/5): -
- Fiona (8/5): Royal Hotel Bideford - Location. Breakfast. Parking. The extractor fan wasn't working. Noisy Aircon unit outside room.
- Andy_GP1959 (8/5): Elegant, historical, unique. - I knew the hotel of old, but since then, there has been a serious investment in it by the current owners. The result is a tasteful and elegant establishment that needs little of life's modern fancy tech to make for a unique and very pleasant stay. The hotel is, in fact, steeped in history and worth a visit just for that. It's also a convenient base for the area and only a short walk across the ancient bridge to reach the town centre. The food is wholesome, and the front line staff are simply superb - I've had poorer service in a World Travel Award winning hotel. I'd stay again without hesitation.
- Terence (9/5): Highly recommended. - My room was very comfortable and both Breakfast and Dinner were great. Always first class. I will be back later in the year.
- Pamela (7/5): -
- amf152018 (10/5): Weekend Stay - We always enjoy our stay at The Royal. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent food. Location is good for exploring the area.
- Kate (10/5): -
- DevonFrance (4/5): Pleasant venue and good staff but the prices are too high for what you get. - we used to be regulars but plate sizes went down and prices shot up. Substantial price increase for a Mother's Day carvery plus they try to load a 10% Service Charge, which brings the cost of a couple of carveries up to nearly £50. Can't fault the staff but other establishments offer more and charge less. Not for us in the future.
- Beth (10/5): -
- sullivan (10/5): Lovely bedroom, friendly staff , great breakfast, beautiful building - Cleanliness, good friendly staff, beautiful hotel Not applicable
- Coyle (8/5): -
- darren (8/5): -
- AlexRHardy (7/5): Third visit and it was disappointing. - It has a fabulous location overlooking the river although construction on a new riverside development has began, so it is likely to be noisy during the day and I would imagine the wonderful view will be affected. Arrived in the middle of 2 sittings of a Bottomless Brunch to pounding music. The visit was a birthday treat for my daughter who hates crowds and loves tranquility. I'd said how fabulous and friendly the hotel had been on our previous visits and how wonderful and comfortable the residents lounge was. Arrived to pounding music and raucous women, visited the bar early evening to have a drink, prior to going out for a meal- the bar staff were frazzled from the afternoon and were, at best, business-like, gusting abrupt. Having returned from the meal, went to the residents lounge- not only had the configuration changed - it now had a large table in the middle- as if set for a board meeting, the comfy sofas had been removed and the edges of the room had been set as if for dining. Not comfortable or welcoming in the slightest. This had been a favourite place to stay- will plan any future visit more carefully......
- Venture40130451221 (10/5): Sunday lunch - We visited today for Sunday lunch and everything was marvellous. Elsa served us in the restaurant and we had a fantastic roast. Archie behind the bar was polite, attentive and made some great recommendations. We will back.
- Alun (8/5): Great place to stay - Ideal location for the SW Coastpath. Comfy rooms, tasteful decor and lovely, friendly staff. Great breakfast and superb dinner. Good value too. Recommended!
- Ryan (10/5): -
- Eleanor (7/5): This hotel meant I could walk everywhere in Bideford. I liked the free parking. The staff bent over backwards to help. - Service. The room provided everything I needed. The was a lounge to relax in overlooking the river. It was a beautiful location. I was kept awake by drunk guests coming back late at night, and noise from the road outside.
- Judith49 (10/5): Welcoming traditional hotel - Warm and cosy facilities on a wet, February evening. Building full of character but with modern adaptations eg Lift. Staff all very attentive. Parking easy when you know (nearby heritage station car park) but not communicated before arrival
- Heather (10/5): - Arrived around 7pm the car park is across the street from the hotel. Went into the hotel to check in and recieved a warm welcome. Asked if there was availablilty in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast and they kindly arranged this for me. Went up to the room to put my bags in before heading down to dinner I ordered the Caesar salad, the chicken was excellent, it's a simply dish but can be hit or miss the croutons were light and seasoned well. A hit in my opinion. Headed back the room which was large and spacious and had lovely furnishings. Tea and coffee selection was great, coffee bags which I think is a great touch for a good quality drink in the morning. A bottle of water would have been a good addition in the room. Breakfast was cooked to order, I opted for scrambled eggs, avocado and smoked salmon which I enjoyed. Would I stay here again absolutely!
- Caroline (8/5): -
- Kayleigh (10/5): Comfortable, clean and breakfast is amazing -
- janderson1010 (10/5): Highly recommended. - We stayed here with our friends and were delighted with everything from service and food quality to tge excellent location. We would definitely stay here again.
- FarAway33731537527 (10/5): Lovely local hotel - Beautiful hotel near to BIDEFORD centre. Has parking lovely clean and luxurious rooms and comfortable surroundings.
- annem351 (10/5): The Royal Hotel - Absolutely first class! There is nothing you can do to improve this hotel and our experience over the weekend
- Geoff (8/5): Bideford break. - I originally thought this was on the other side of the river but it wasn't a problem. Staff were lovely, breakfast was good. Just niggles really but the bin wasn't emptied when we checked in. There was also a huge party on Saturday afternoon which was a bit loud.
- Chris (9/5): Friendly, helpful staff, lovely room, great VFM. Highly recommended. - Used the hotel as a base for meeting friends in Bideford. They had recommended the hotel and it did not disappoint. We had an upgrade on arrival to a room overlooking the river. Our room was superb. Nothing tho we did not use the restaurant or bar whilst visiting.
- Geoff (8/5): Very comfortable and convenient - Excellent Staff in late night bar could have been better
- James (9/5): -
- David (10/5): Very comfortable well looked after stay - Fantastic staff beautiful building the room was outstanding There was nothing we didn’t like
- Glenn (10/5): Fabulous darling! - The entire experience exceeded our expectations
- Jill (10/5): Perfect - Great location fantastic food Room quite small and traffic noise but nothing the hotel can do about that
- Vickie (7/5): Lovely hotel - The decor was lovely in the Bar and lounge The staff could have been a little more friendly and professional. Bedrooms are a little tired and need a few improvements. Breakfast was ok but it was a little disappointing.
- Isabel (7/5): Good accomodation just across the river and near the town center - Big room Room was quite chilly at night
- Tom (10/5): -
- Martin (10/5): Lovely -
- Mary (10/5): Wonderful stay in a beautiful place - Beautiful period property with attractive and well appointed rooms
- LucasBrumby (6/5): Coffee and cake a bit disappointing. - Love this hotel and normally the service and food is delicious. My Aunt enjoyed the quirky decor and we found very comfortable sofas in the lounge. Reception had said the waitress would arrive at the bar. We waited for over 10 minutes and no sign go so I went in search. Once she arrived service was good. The selection of cakes and pastries was very disappointing. The Chelsea buns looked over cooked and when I tapped them with a fork look d dry and hard. Croissants needed heating through and I’m not keen on chocolate so pain au chocolate not for me. The only other choice was shortbread which was good, I was a little disappointed with the whole experience though. Probably wouldn’t recommend or return, shame
- Karen (8/5): North Devon - Easy to park, clean modern rooms, lovely staff and great food. I would have liked a better view.
- Stephanie (8/5): -
- W5771CNrachelk (10/5): Perfect Experience, all staff were amazing! - Very impressed, totally recommend. All the staff were welcoming, friendly, professional, made our stay special. Had dinner and food was wonderful, cooked to perfection. Also appreciate the kindness of the receptionist when I had to change the date due to family health issues.
- lisa (9/5): - Lovely room,lovely breakfast 😋 All was great
- Alison (8/5): I’ve stayed here before and would again just not in room 201 as the shower pressure was dreadful - Location Shower pressure in room 201 dreadful
- Shyam (9/5): - Friendly staff & location
- melaniekingbideford (10/5): Great breakfast in the Merchants Bistro! - Fabulous breakfast in the Merchants Bistro at The Royal Hotel. A wide variety of cereals, fruit, yoghurt, pastries, fresh juice. Limitless cups of tea and coffe and the most beautiful freshly cooked English Breakfast. Superbly cooked perfect portion size and delicious. I would highly recommend. Great value and the staff look after you so well, nothing is too much trouble. Don't delay book today!
- Abotat_UK (10/5): Well worth a visit - popped in for a light lunch........superb... we shared 3 "light bites" all excellent quality ,very fresh and for the cost ...generous portions. Service was on point.
- Nigel (6/5): Maybe new owners? Definitely not the place it used to be and we were disappointed. - Location and previous stays, car park standards that match the price charged. Much smaller room than last time but the same price. Breakfast was smaller, service was very poor, waitress had an attitude, both my and my wife's Breakfast had incorrect or missing items. The coffee was luke warm, we had to ask twice for milk. Having a cappuccino incurred additional charges which when paying £150/night is shocking. Probably won't stay there again despite a great location and previous good experiences.
- Lisa (10/5): -
- Phil (10/5): -
- andrew (8/5): -
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