Hotel Royal & Fortescue

Name: Hotel Royal & Fortescue
Address: Boutport Street, Barnstaple, EX31 1HG, United Kingdom
Rating: 8.3

Boutport StreetEX31 1HGBarnstapleUnited Kingdom

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About Hotel Royal & Fortescue

The Hotel Royal & Fortescue Hotel is located in the shopping district of Barnstaple.

The non-smoking rooms come with flat-screen cable TV, free Wi-Fi, work desk, ensuite, free toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities.

The pet friendly hotel offers 24-hour front desk, free parking, laundry facilities, lift, banquet space, front desk safe, ironing service, air conditioning in public areas and business services. In addition on-site facilities, guests are also free to use leisure amenities at the sister hotel, The Barnstaple, which includes an indoor pool, outdoor heated pool with sunbathing terrace, two saunas, massage treatments and fitness centre.

For locally sourced, fresh food dishes, there are three establishments on-site – Florentinos, 62 The Bank and Lord Fortescue's Restaurant. A breakfast buffet is served weekdays and room service is available.

The Hotel Royal & Fortescue Hotel is steps from Pannier Market. It's also 12 miles to Bideford and the Lundy Island Ferry.

Contact

Boutport Street, EX31 1HG, Barnstaple, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (1271) 342289 | Fax: +44 (1271) 340102 | Official Homepage

Top amenities

Free WiFi in lobby
WiFi in rooms
Pool
Spa
Parking
Pets
A/C
Restaurant
Hotel bar
Gym

All amenities

Hotel facilities

24-hour reception
Car park
Concierge
Conference rooms
Deck chairs / Sun loungers
Free WiFi in lobby
Gym
Hotel bar
Hotel safe
Indoor swimming pool
Lift
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
PC with internet
Porter service
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Wellness centre / Spa
WiFi in lobby

Room facilities

Air conditioning
Bathroom with bathtub
Bathroom with shower
Cable TV
Central heating
Cosmetic mirror
Desk
Electric kettle
Fan
Hairdryer
Internet
Ironing board
Room safe
Satellite TV
Telephone
Television

Wellness / Spa

Sauna
Solarium

Accessibility

Accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible

For children

Child / Baby cot

Arrival / Departure

Check-in: 12:00

Positive Reviews

Staff Often Outstanding.

A number of people felt the staff is pretty great. They are hospitable and professional. Many travellers remarked that the rooms were neat and tidy thanks to efficient housekeeping. Other guests commented that nothing seems to be too much trouble for them and they showed great attention to detail.

Conveniently, Economical Location.

Guests remarked that if you're looking for a place near the heart of all the fun activities in Barnstaple, this location is ideal. Moreover, it's reasonably priced not far from shops and restaurants in the area.

Food Hits the Spot.

While there were some critics, the majority of the guests seem to really enjoy the food served here at the three locations on-site.

Negative Reviews

Little Sleep; Especially on Weekends.

Things can get a little wild with late-night partiers in Barnstample. So if you'd like to get some shut eye, you might find that task difficult according to some guests. Furthermore, guests say the lack of insulation means you can hear your neighbours in adjoining rooms or the hallways.

The Decor Looks Old-Fashioned.

Some visitors commented that the hotel looks out-of-date. Guests also remarked that the rooms could use a deep cleaning and renovation to give it a brighter and more modern feel.

Car Park Issues for Some.

A few travellers had difficulty finding the car park. Others mentioned that it wasn't very large. Some guests also mentioned spaces can be sparse. So while many visitors were grateful there was a carpark on-site, some said they were anxious. They were concerned that if they left after checking in that they wouldn't be able to find a space after their return.