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The Royal & Fortescue

3.0 star property
Relax in style with convenient amenities like dry cleaning service and an elevator. Then savor lunch or dinner at RF Bar & Lounge.

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Front of property
Lunch and dinner served
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 262
AED 314 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

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

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG

What's nearby

  • Pannier Market - 3 min walk
  • Queen's Theatre - 3 min walk
  • Exmoor Zoo - 21 min drive
  • Saunton Sands - 25 min drive
  • Woolacombe Beach - 31 min drive

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 a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Royal & Fortescue feature perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub 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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:30 AM: GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • RF Bar and Lounge
  • 62 The Bank

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Safe
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and 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

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

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
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
The Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal & Fortescue have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Royal & Fortescue located?

Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, 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. 305 out of 563 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 563 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 563 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 563 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 563 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

Mr Ryan A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel in centre of town , good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent. Very clean. Pubs, restaurants and shops all close .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met my expectations and great for the morning !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying, never had a bad experience 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, Staff extremely helpful. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope Zinnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 traveler

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely overnight stay, convenient location with parking in the centre of Barnstaple
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean room . Bed amazingly comfy. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs Maureen Gosney

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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient place to stay in the centre of Barnstaple staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value 3 star hotel
Good value 3 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay at well located hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly & efficient - delicious dining menu
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fai

Perfect stay, perfect location, clean tidy and very comfortable beds. Can’t fault the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

i

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous
Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024