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Royal Castle Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Dartmouth hotel

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Premium Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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11 The Quay, Dartmouth, England, TQ6 9PS
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Visit Dartmouth
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Naval College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Room options

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Signature Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

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

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Premium Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dartmouth

Close to the beach.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Dartmouth Museum and Visit Dartmouth. Royal Naval College and South West Coast Path Section 41 Trailhead are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dartmouth Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Visit Dartmouth - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Naval College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dartmouth Golf and Country Club - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 31 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Belle Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cherub Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seale Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Steam Packet Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Royal Castle Hotel

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Dartmouth hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A complete renovation of Royal Castle Hotel was completed in August 2025.

This 3-star Dartmouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Royal Castle Hotel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Castle Royal Hotel
Hotel Royal Castle
Royal Castle Dartmouth
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Royal Castle Hotel Dartmouth
Royal Castle Hotel Dartmouth, Devon
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Castle Hotel to the airport?

Royal Castle Hotel is 47.1 mi (77-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Castle Hotel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $180, 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.

Does Royal Castle Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Castle Hotel.

How close is Royal Castle Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (13-min drive) from Sugary Cove Beach and 1.9 mi (17-min drive) from Compass Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Castle Hotel offer free breakfast?

Royal Castle Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Royal Castle Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royal Castle Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Royal Castle Hotel have a pool?

Royal Castle Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Royal Castle Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Day.

Does Royal Castle Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Castle Hotel to downtown Dartmouth?

Royal Castle Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Dartmouth.

Royal Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 315 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Gorgeous river view room that was spotlessly clean. Staff very friendly & location was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful character hotel on waterfront with amazing history. Rooms well furnished and extremely comfortable beds. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the kitchen provided an excellent vegan breakfast as well. Only drawback is lack of dedicated parking which was fine in the off-season (winter) but would definitely become a challenge when the town is busy in summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spacious rooms, friendly staff Perfect breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great Central place to stay the staff were all lovely and the food was great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice very traditional hotel in a nice part of town, we had a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to visit and relaxing, stunning views of the Devon coastline..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a great hotel lots of atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great dog friendly hotel with lovely river views.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptional, very comfortable room, wonderfull breakfast and my dog was treated first class too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location and great room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming old hotel in centre of Dartmouth
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast excellent so it was confusing that the lunch menu and food was poor. Hotel looks lovely and staff were great. Small attic room up several flights of stairs and no lift to assist with heavy luggage resulted in sore backs!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the Royal Castle Hotel. The Hotel is warm, cosy and interesting with pleasant, responsive and helpful staff, a good bar and dining facilities and an excellent breakfast. Its setting is attractive and convenient for exploring the town and the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed for nights, the hotel is quaint with very obliging staff. Restaurant looks over the river which makes an ideal situation for breakfast and evening meal
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

A good break

Lovely old place with original features. Good food and staff, good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very nice,decorated well. The staff,especially Lena,were very helpful. The downside was our room,we knew it would be small but it faced into the inside of the building and had no openable window.It was very warm in there and felt claustrophobic.Not even a glimpse of the outside world.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel and staff. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Great stay. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again

Friendly efficient check in. Staff were helpful while we were there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

neil

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

Very Relaxed

Friendly staff, fantastic location, good breakfast and bar, all round very easy and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very old and has lots of character. It was very clean and the staff were welcoming. The breakfast was nice. The location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property so much history
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

Another great stay

Such welcoming staff. We are regulars and we love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Cannot complain

Would recommend the Royal Castle Hotel to anyone. Staff are amazing so are the rooms
What more can you say
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and right in the centre of town. Old hotel full of character. Only downside is that there is no parking any more, this used to be a real bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024