The Royal Hotel

Right in the heart of Bideford’s town centre, a short walk from The Burton Art Gallery and Pannier Market. Close to Clovelly Village, The Big Sheep and the North Devon coast, with Instow and Northam beaches a short drive away. Pet-friendly and family-friendly with free on-site parking for guests.

A 32-room town hotel with a straightforward, comfy vibe and city-view mornings. Rooms come with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, desks, safes and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries; there’s a playroom for kids and an elevator for easy access.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self-parking keep stays easy. 24-hour front desk, room service (limited hours), bar/lounge and laundry facilities. Wedding services and a banquet hall are on-site, plus luggage storage — grab a coffee and step straight into town or head out to the coast.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property and on-site banquet/wedding facilities. 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and laundry make short business trips simple.

Merchants Bistro serves British cuisine for dinner and breakfast. Full breakfasts are available (weekdays 7:30–9:30, weekends 8:00–9:30) for a fee. There’s also a bar/lounge and limited-hours room service for late arrivals.