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The Royal & Fortescue

3.0 star property
Guests enjoy convenient amenities at The Royal & Fortescue, from practical dry cleaning service and elevator access to delicious meals at RF Bar & Lounge

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Located near Clovelly Village, The Royal & Fortescue offers genuine hospitality. The RF Bar and Lounge serves lunch and dinner, and the cafe offers coffee all day. Amenities: dry cleaning, nearby outdoor pool access, free self-parking. Guests praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 353
AED 424 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Room options

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Comfort Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Barnstaple, The Royal & Fortescue is near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay Beach, while Exmoor Zoo and RHS Garden Rosemoor are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to The Milky Way Adventure Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Barnstaple travel guide
Map
Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG

What's nearby

  • A book fair with tables displaying books and a crowd of people browsing.
    Pannier Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Anne's Arts & Community Centre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queen's Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • North Devon Karting Centre
    4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Funder Zone
    5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station
    9 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kelly's Lounge And Bar
    2 min walk
  • The Panniers
    3 min walk
  • Claytons & the Glasshouse
    2 min walk
  • Barum Takeaway
    3 min walk
  • The Tavern
    1 min walk

About this property

The Royal & Fortescue

  • Hotel near a boardwalk/promenade
  • 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:
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
    • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
    • 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, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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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

  • 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

Family friendly

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • 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

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal & Fortescue pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 10 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal & Fortescue on 2 August 2026 start from AED 353, excluding 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?

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. RHS Garden Rosemoor and Woolacombe Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km). Barnstaple Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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Reviews

The Royal & Fortescue Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 686 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was very friendly and welcoming at check-in. The room was spacious and clean with a large bathroom and tub, very welcome after traveling on the train. Tea and coffee was available in the room, which was most appreciated. The staff throughout the hotel were always friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bar and restaurant area at the hotel. Centrally located to pubs bars and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Rita

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When in bed we noticed the cobwebs hanging from the ceiling The bedside lockers were sticky Out room 107 one of the back rooms Small and right above the big air condition ing outside really noisy all night Really dissapointed with our stay especially as it was a birthday weekend Breakfast service was all mixed up we ended up with other people’s breakfast staff not paying attention. Plates were being passed around
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the smaller type of double room and it was still perfectly spacious, clean and well appointed. Friendly and helpful staff - even giving my bicycle the five star treatment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything, staff service, breakfast was amazing. The rooms were clean, tidy and spacious. Huge beds...!! My mother ordered fillet steak and it was veiny and tough... however this was replaced promptly, without question and a new meal brought out. That was perfect. Overall it was a lovely place to stay, the barman was funny attentive and engaging. I'll be back in the future. Thank you all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast, room, staff couldn’t ask for anymore…. Fabulous!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Free parking. Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have stayed at the Fortescue a few times, but we were a little disappointed this time. Our room was at the back of the hotel and on the first floor, with no lift. My wife is on crutches so getting to the room was a struggle. Also, the room was very small. The bed was comfy and the shower was good. We release that there is always a little more noise at weekends, but we could clearly hear the beats of a nearby club until the early hours of the morning. Tip - If staying at the weekend, ask for a room at the front section of the hotel. We love the hotels position for the shops etc and the staff are fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite a lot around the hotel car park was a bit if a pain to find cause you have to go all around to park at back & then not a lot of spaces also didn’t appreciate dogs being in the restaurant when we were having breakfast to me that shouldn’t be allowed especially with food very unhealthy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel right in town a prime position only problem is can be a bit noisy with the revelers going home in the early hours. Other than that the place is spotless, nice clean and comfortable rooms good staff rate it very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable. Lots around. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, helpful staff, spotlessly clean room, very comfortable bed. In the centre of town woth plenty of shops on the doorstep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy to use and the only thing I woul like to see changed is that the breakfast timings to 10.00am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this hotel and i cant find one reason to fault it. Rooms are fantastic staff are very friendly and helpful. Will definitely come back again later in the year. We highly recommend have a carvey it was delicious 😋
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room are an excellent standard with good bathrooms. Just noisy, hear fans when other rooms use. Fair price. Food appears expensive apart from the Sunday carvery
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely, staff were decent too
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great welcome! Lovely clean room and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Decor in the common areas was great, especially in the restaurant. Food and drink were very good. There were only two blemishes on our stay: the parking was difficult to find, some of the parking spaces were difficult to get into, some bar patrons took some of the hotel parking spaces, and the heat was turned-off for parts of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, Rooms comfortable, staff very nice. Bar very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service, beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J.Davey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean & staff very polite & welcoming. Breakfast was a good size & locally sourced.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025