The Imperial Hotel  

On the banks of the River Taw in the heart of Barnstaple's market town. This elegant 4-star, family-friendly hotel sits minutes from St Anne's Arts & Community Centre, Pannier Market and the Queen's Theatre. Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay and multiple South West Coast Path trailheads are roughly 11–15 km away, with Exeter Airport about 83 km.

Old-style charm meets modern comfort across 63 guestrooms with flat-screen TVs, desks and tea/coffee makers. Rooms include daily housekeeping and complimentary toiletries. Take in river views from the terrace and garden; there's a children's playroom and an accessible lift — tidy, welcoming and well suited for families and events.

Two on-site restaurants, a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service keep things easy. Enjoy a picnic area, a banquet hall for celebrations and concierge services. Free self-parking and complimentary Wi‑Fi mean less fuss — wake up to river-view mornings and step straight into town or the coast.

Four meeting rooms and banquet facilities cater to conferences, weddings and banquets. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry and on-site parking to streamline business stays.

Dine at The Arlington Restaurant or the hotel's second restaurant, then unwind at the bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily (fee applies), and 24-hour room service is available for late arrivals or relaxed evenings in.