The Royal & Fortescue Hotel - Barnstaple
51.078835, -4.05866Overview
Historic Barnstaple hotel with AA Rosette dining and exclusive Bar 62
Dining & Bar
62 The Bank is the on-site bistro and bar that holds an AA Rosette for culinary excellence. The hotel's Bar 62 is an exclusive cocktail bar serving classic and contemporary drinks. Dinner menus feature locally sourced produce, and the restaurant also offers a Sunday carvery.
Accommodation
The Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple offers 48 luxury rooms, most recently refurbished with contemporary design. Rooms are housed in a historic building with original Georgian architecture and character features. The hotel provides flexible room arrangements for different guest needs.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Royal Fortescue Hotel is situated in the centre of Barnstaple, steps from the Pannier Market and designer shops. Barnstaple is within a 10-15 minute drive of Exmoor National Park, Saunton Sands, and The Big Sheep Adventure Park. The hotel is also a 3-minute walk from the Queens Theatre.
Leisure & Facilities
Guests receive complimentary access to the leisure facilities at the sister hotel, The Barnstaple Hotel. The Fortescue Hotel provides an electric vehicle charging station for guests. On-site parking is available with two car parks, and the hotel offers daily housekeeping and laundry services.
Pet-Friendly & Events
The Royal and Fortescue Hotel is a dog-friendly hotel, providing pet bowls and pet baskets for guests traveling with dogs. The hotel has versatile event space for weddings, conferences, and celebrations. Meeting and banquet facilities are available along with fax/photocopying services.
- Award: AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence
- Cocktail Bar: Bar 62 - exclusive to the hotel
- Rooms: 48 luxury rooms, recently refurbished
- Location: Heart of Barnstaple, near Pannier Market and Exmoor
- Leisure: Complimentary access to sister hotel facilities
- Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with pet bowls and baskets
- Events: Versatile event space for weddings and conferences
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Royal & Fortescue Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 66 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 83.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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