Escape to a stylish Regency hotel by the river

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Welcome to Bideford’s finest hotel. Standing proudly by Bideford Bridge, and with glorious views over the River Torridge, this unique hotel has a history dating back to the golden age of the 17th century when Bideford was the busiest port in North Devon. Today this hotel oozes charm and character whilst offering you fabulous comfort and exceptional cuisine.

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The gateway to Cornwall

The Royal Hotel is in the perfect location to experience some of North Devon's best sights and activities. However, with Cornwall just on the horizon, The Royal Hotel offers you the chance to branch out and visit somewhere new.

We are literally on the Tarka Trail making us the perfect location for walkers and cyclists or take a short walk over the bridge into Bideford to catch MS Oldenburg to explore the National Trust's unspoilt Lundy Island. 

Clovelly

Clovelly

20% off Cream Teas at the New Inn and Red Lion in Clovelly village.

World famous for its cobbled, traffic-free street, donkeys, sledges and historic harbour. The stunning views, peaceful tranquillity and cobbled, traffic-free, high street of this fishing village, built into a cleft in a 400' high cliff, tumbles its way down past whitewashed cottages festooned with flowers to the tiny working port.

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Lundy Island

Lundy Island

In a place of wide spaces and big skies, without roads, cars or pollution, simply walking is a profound pleasure. Lundy has a milder climate than the mainland, with more sunshine and less rain. Book a day trip on the MS Oldenburg to Lundy from Bideford quay.

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The Tarka Trail

The Tarka Trail

The famous Tarka Trail cycle path runs right by the Royal Hotel. This is a fabulous way to experience the gorgeous North Devon countryside.

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