The Royal Hotel ( Barnstaple)

Everything about our visit to The Royal Hotel was excellent. All of the staff we interacted with were happy, smiling and willing to assist. Our room was clean, tidy and very well looked after. The lotions and potions in the bathroom were lovely and they definitely added a feeling of luxury to our ablutions. The public areas were equally well presented and well cared for. Our meal in the restaurant was fabulous, everything was tasty and beautifully cooked. Our only complaint… the portions were too big and neither my wife or I could finish our meals. The size of the portions shouldn't make you think they are filling the plate at the expense of the quality of the food, my Fillet Rossini was truly excellent! So, yes The Royal Hotel definitely deserves 5 stars!

A truly excellent stay once again. The room was spacious, beautifully decorated, well equipped and suitably fitted out. The guest lounge had a relaxing feel as you say peacefully watching the river outside. Staff were excellent, accommodating and friendly. Breakfasts were delicious and had a good selection (just one downside, they'd run out of decaff tea bags, but we worked around it). The evening meal we had with other family members was wonderful. Prompt service without being made to feel rushed. Piping hot food and generous portions in mains and dessert. Good selection too. This is a great dog friendly hotel where dogs are permitted in some bedrooms and also the bistro. Highly, highly recommend.

Hotel was used as birthday venue. Good looking hotel from inside and very clean. Food was excellent, and also seemed busy. Sure sign of quality food and service.

Had Sunday lunch only. Nice hotel, but the main problem was the lack of parking. The hotel has two small ones, with a public one very close by. All were full. We ended up parking on the other side of the river which was a trek. Worth bearing in mind for those with mobility issues

Wonderful team that really do all they can to make your stay as perfect as can be. Got upgraded to a magnificent bedroom adjacent to the ornate Kingsley Lounge. Our weekend was made even better by delicious great value carvery. Beef was delicious! Thank you all.