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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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Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €101
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Room options

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 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

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 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

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG

What's nearby

  • Pannier Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen's Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Exmoor Zoo - 21 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Saunton Sands - 25 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 31 min drive - 23.0 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 near Clovelly Village
Consider a stay at The Royal & Fortescue and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. The on-site restaurant, RF Bar and Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool and smoke-free property
  • Meeting rooms, a front desk safe and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Royal & Fortescue have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

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

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • 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)

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

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children

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 smoke detector

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
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal & Fortescue have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal & Fortescue?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal & Fortescue on 12 Mar 2025 start from €100.99, 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 The Royal & Fortescue pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Royal & Fortescue?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Royal & Fortescue?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Royal & Fortescue?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Royal & Fortescue located?

Situated near a boardwalk, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay Beach and Exmoor Zoo. Clovelly Village and RHS Garden Rosemoor are also within 12 mi (20 km). Barnstaple Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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The Royal & Fortescue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 573 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 573 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 573 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 573 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 573 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

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Nice hotel friendly staff good food
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marllyn

Lovely hotel and very helpful staff, good location and parking ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mandy

Beautiful building good secured parking loveliest helpful staff. Excellent meal and cocktails
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Ryan A

Nice clean hotel in centre of town , good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

The room was excellent. Very clean. Pubs, restaurants and shops all close .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Met my expectations and great for the morning !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Second time staying, never had a bad experience 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Lovely room, Staff extremely helpful. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Lovely place, Fabulous Staff!
Lovely pre-holiday stay! Everybody really friendly and helpful but extra praise for Awad aka Howard on the bar, and Luke and Caitlyn in the restaurant. They all went the extra mile to make our stay wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope Zinnia

The staff were very friendly and check in was smooth. The room was very spacious, well equipped and clean. The hotel is very central and easy walking distance to everything, including the station.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Would recommend
Fabulous stay. Perfect location. Brilliant service from reception and the bar. I look forward to staying their again in the new year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Great hotel.
Very clean and welcoming. Breakfast and its surroundings were 2nd to none, it all felt rather plush. Staff very helpful. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Lovely looking old hotel, well maintained in the public rooms. My room was very comfortable, clean , and good quality furniture and bathroom suite .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Lovely overnight stay, convenient location with parking in the centre of Barnstaple
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Comfortable, clean room . Bed amazingly comfy. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

William

Convenient place to stay in the centre of Barnstaple staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs Maureen Gosney

Weekend break
This was our 3rd time of staying and will definitely return. Food lovely as alwayscand bar staff welcoming and friendly. Room cleaned thoroughly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Love
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

I know it was around Christmas time but there were so many loud drunk people in the bar of this supposedly 4 star hotel. Room needs updating too
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Excellent hotel.
Lovely hotel in a great location excellent spacious well appointed room, restaurant very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Such a friendly welcome and great value for a REALLY posh and smart looking historic hotel. When we asked for extra milk for our room we were offered a little jugful! Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Easy, friendly check-in, good size room and bathroom. Very handy for the cinema and theater.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Great hotel
Great hotel, small and smart. Comfortable rooms and bathrooms. Staff throughout from reception to bar and restaurant all excellent. Delicious breakfast !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Good value 3 star hotel
Good value 3 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Pleasant stay at well located hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023