The Imperial Hotel  

On the River Taw in the heart of Barnstaple, North Devon. This 4-star, family-friendly hotel sits steps from Pannier Market, Queen's Theatre and St Anne's Arts & Community Centre, with Saunton Sands (9.2 mi) and Croyde Bay (10.5 mi) a short drive away.

Elegant, old‑style charm meets modern comfort across 63 guestrooms. Many rooms offer riverside views, flat‑screen TVs, desks and coffee/tea makers; there's an elevator for accessibility and a playroom for children.

Wake up to riverside mornings on the terrace or in the garden. Standouts include two on‑site restaurants, a bar/lounge, banquet hall, picnic area, 24‑hour room service, complimentary Wi‑Fi, free self‑parking, laundry/dry cleaning and concierge services.

Four meeting rooms, a 24‑hour front desk, luggage storage and complimentary Wi‑Fi support conferences, banquets and weddings.

Dine at The Arlington Restaurant or the hotel's second eatery, then relax with drinks in the bar/lounge. Cooked‑to‑order breakfasts are served daily from 7:30–9:30 for a fee, and 24‑hour room service is available.