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The Royal & Fortescue

3.0 star property
Barnstaple hotel with 2 bars/lounges and restaurant

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Lunch and dinner served
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The Royal & Fortescue offers a warm welcome near Clovelly Village. Enjoy lunch or dinner at RF Bar and Lounge, grab a coffee from the on-site cafe, or relax with dry cleaning/laundry services. With outdoor pool access nearby and free self parking, you'll appreciate the helpful staff who've left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 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

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 58 min drive
  • Barnstaple Station - 9 min walk
  • Chapelton Station - 15 min drive
  • Umberleigh Station - 21 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

At The Royal & Fortescue, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of North Devon Coast. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 49 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

RF Bar and Lounge – This bar serves lunch and dinner.
62 The Bank – This brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Fortescue Hotel
Royal & Fortescue Hotel
Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple
Royal Fortescue
Royal Fortescue Barnstaple
Royal Fortescue Hotel
Royal And Fortescue Barnstaple
Royal And Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple, Devon
Royal Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple
The Royal & Fortescue Hotel
The Royal & Fortescue Barnstaple
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal & Fortescue offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Royal & Fortescue does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Royal & Fortescue?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Royal & Fortescue?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal & Fortescue?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Royal & Fortescue and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The Royal & Fortescue also has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near The Royal & Fortescue?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, RF Bar and Lounge.

What's the area around The Royal & Fortescue like?

The Royal & Fortescue is a short 9-minute walk from Barnstaple Station and 3 minutes' walk from Pannier Market. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Royal & Fortescue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel
This was a nice hotel/ location to stay in, would stay again
Stewart, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A great independent hotel, with friendly staff in the heart of the town. It was Valentine’s Day so restaurant was fully booked
Martin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good break
Friendly staff and refreshments readily available. Car park a bit hit and miss but plenty others nearby. Nice break
Ray, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

One night stay, comfortable and relaxing. Easy check in and lovely breakfast. Room was comfortable and clean.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well done Rotal & Fortescue
Really good experience. Very friendly and helpful staff. Very comfortable bed. Atmosphere in the bar lounge friendly and peaceful.
Emma, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel, dreadful car park
Hotel and staff where very nice, unfortunately we where blocked in the car park which made us 1.5 hrs late for our meeting/work which was very embarrassing
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Keep Up The Good Work
Great service, excellent breakfast, and very central
Brian, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable
Very comfortable stay , delux room was spacious , spotless and very comfortable. Overlooked the town and still very quiet , breakfast is a buffet , breakfast room is stunning. Well worth a stay
Elaine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely room, Staff extremely helpful. Enjoyable stay.
Karen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Hope Zinnia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sarah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would recommend
Fabulous stay. Perfect location. Brilliant service from reception and the bar. I look forward to staying their again in the new year.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely looking old hotel, well maintained in the public rooms. My room was very comfortable, clean , and good quality furniture and bathroom suite .
Julie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely overnight stay, convenient location with parking in the centre of Barnstaple
Jane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient place to stay in the centre of Barnstaple staff were excellent.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, clean room . Bed amazingly comfy. Great value
linda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Mrs Maureen Gosney, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great service
The service was immaculate, as always. Nothing was too much trouble and the quality of service was exceptional. When my first room had a knocking sound, this was reported and i was immediately offered another room. Sadly, the thin walls in the replacement room and noise in the alleyway by the side of the room meant that sleep was difficult until late. I'd advise stating at the front or on the right of the building. Hotel choice and facilities are great, as was the food.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel.
Lovely hotel in a great location excellent spacious well appointed room, restaurant very good.
Philip, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay at well located hotel.
Darren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Katy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel. Staff very friendly.
Nicola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Great hotel, small and smart. Comfortable rooms and bathrooms. Staff throughout from reception to bar and restaurant all excellent. Delicious breakfast !!
Jonathan, 1-night trip