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The Royal & Fortescue

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

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Point of interest
A group of people dining at a restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, and a clock on the wall.
2 bars/lounges
Superior Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG
  • Place, St Anne's Arts & Community Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pannier Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen's Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬

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
(21 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 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
(4 reviews)
  • 189 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 100 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 189 sq ft
  • 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

Barnstaple

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.At this Barnstaple hotel, you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Saunton Sands and 12 miles (20 km) of Croyde Bay Beach. Exmoor Zoo and RHS Garden Rosemoor are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • St Anne's Arts & Community Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pannier Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queen's Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Devon Karting Centre - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Funder Zone - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

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
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Claytons & the Glasshouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tarko Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal & Fortescue

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Barnstaple hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Royal & Fortescue also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Barnstaple hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Royal & Fortescue offers 49 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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

How close is The Royal & Fortescue to the airport?

The Royal & Fortescue is 51.9 mi (58-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 The Royal & Fortescue?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal & Fortescue on Jul 5, 2026 start from $108, 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 The Royal & Fortescue have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal & Fortescue.

How close is The Royal & Fortescue to the beach?

This hotel is 8.7 mi (26-min drive) from Saunton Sands and 10.1 mi (28-min drive) from Croyde Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal & Fortescue offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal & Fortescue, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal & Fortescue?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Royal & Fortescue?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Royal & Fortescue have a pool?

The Royal & Fortescue does not have a pool.

Does The Royal & Fortescue have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal & Fortescue have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal & Fortescue to downtown Barnstaple?

The Royal & Fortescue is 0.1 mi away from Barnstaple.

The Royal & Fortescue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 380 out of 685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 685 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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
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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
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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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable. Lots around. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

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

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff couldnt do enough Clean and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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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

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay with very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

edward

Liked: Amenities
Large room and good bathroom but TV dated Nice bar and friendly staff and handy car park Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel friendly staff good food
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run good food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in the heart of Barnstaple
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DENISE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the middle of Barnstaple. Beautiful hotel and amenities, excellent service by all the staff. Would certainly stay again,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025