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The Royal Hotel

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Located close to The Big Sheep, The Royal Hotel provides laundry facilities and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is £120
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room options

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside table, a desk with a laptop, a trash bin, and a door with a sign.

Standard Single Room

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

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

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Basic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

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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

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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
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About the area

Located in Bideford, The Royal Hotel is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Croyde Bay Beach and Valley of the Rocks, while The Big Sheep and RHS Garden Rosemoor are popular local attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to Exmoor Zoo. Visit our Bideford travel guide
Map
Barnstaple Street, Bideford, England, EX39 4AE

What's nearby

  • A cobblestone street in a historic town with white buildings, a black gate, and a sunset in the background.
    Clovelly Village
    10 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • A bird perched on lily pads in a pond.
    RHS Garden Rosemoor
    20 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Pannier Market
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Burton Art Gallery and Museum
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Big Sheep
    7 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Hunters Inn
    10 min drive
  • Cafe du Parc
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Puffing Billy
    9 min drive
  • The Glorious Oyster

About this property

The Royal Hotel

  • Hotel near The Big Sheep
  • Located close to RHS Garden Rosemoor, The Royal Hotel provides laundry facilities and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), wedding services and smoke-free property
    • A banquet hall, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Royal Hotel boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Deep-soaking baths, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 1 Sept 2026 start from £120, 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.

How much is parking at The Royal Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Royal Hotel located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from The Big Sheep, and within 12 mi (20 km) of RHS Garden Rosemoor and Queen's Theatre. Croyde Bay Beach and Exmoor Zoo are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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