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The Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Front of property
Reception
Front of property
Point of interest
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Taw Vale Parade, Barnstaple, England, EX32 8NB
  • St Anne's Arts & Community Centre
    5 min walk
  • Pannier Market
    6 min walk
  • Queen's Theatre
    6 min walk

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Small Double

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Small Double

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Barnstaple

At The Imperial Hotel, you'll be 14.8 km (9.2 mi) from Saunton Sands and 16.9 km (10.5 mi) from Croyde Bay Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Arlington Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Barnstaple hotel include Clovelly Village and Exmoor Zoo.

What's nearby

  • Pannier Market - 6 min walk
  • Queen's Theatre - 6 min walk
  • Exmoor Zoo - 22 min drive
  • Saunton Sands - 27 min drive
  • Woolacombe Beach - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 10 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barnstaple Bus Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Water Gate - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Claytons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 48 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Imperial Hotel. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 4-star Barnstaple hotel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Imperial Hotel offers 63 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Colours Bar Bistro
  • The Arlington Restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Imperial Barnstaple
Imperial Hotel Barnstaple
The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple, Devon
The Imperial Hotel Hotel
The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple
The Imperial Hotel Hotel Barnstaple

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Imperial Hotel?

The Imperial Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial Hotel?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial Hotel on 2 Jan 2025 start from AU$211.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Imperial Hotel?

Yep, The Imperial Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Imperial Hotel?

The closest beach to The Imperial Hotel is Saunton Sands (11.7 km).

What makes The Imperial Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Imperial Hotel.

Does The Imperial Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Imperial Hotel?

No, The Imperial Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Imperial Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Imperial Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Imperial Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 459 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 459 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 459 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 459 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 459 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean cosy room. Comfortable bed. Nice staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The location was superb. The River Taw is literally across the road, as is the excellent Barnstaple museum. The room was beautiful and the public areas are smart
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jerold

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quite nice and its restaurant was very nice. The only downside to our stay was that there is no air conditioning in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very pleasant hotel with excellent staff. The dining room and room service fee are very expensive. There seems to be no recycling effort made in the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location easy parking clean room with comfy bed Excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I particularly liked the variety of lounges of different sizes with good views as overlooking the river. The location was especially convenient for river walks and public transport yet at the same time quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and a very nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, fantastic staff
Hotel is a traditional hotel with excellent staff (definitely a great asset). Our second stay here and rooms and bathrooms have recently been refurbished. The restaurants are good, breakfast excellent. Car parking avaiable (if you have a disabled badge let reception know and rhey will reserve you a space in the car park). If there is a slight downside to the hotel it would be that the corridors upstairs are a little narrow (the building is older) but there is a lift and we had an accessible room which was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff who made us feel very welcome. Room and all facilities were lovely and. Clean. Breakfast was well worth the extra and great value too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great venue and staff, but my stay was marred by their dress code for dining. I'm not going to let a hotel tell me what to wear when I'm relaxing. I had to eat out. Dress code made me feel unwelcome and uncomfortable. I understand why it's there, but I think in this day and age it just seems old-fashioned, snobby, condescending, and actually quite insulting.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great couple of days. Such a lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kieran Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building looked great inside and out. The staff were all very nice made you feel welcome. One night I came back at 1am and was still greeted by a smile which you don't get everywhere. The restaurant attached to the hotel looked great. The rooms are all well done out and feel cosy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and all the staff are amazing and very helpful also the breakfast WOW WOW WOW so delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was really nice Hotel clean snd tidy Staff were friendly and helpful Nice breakfast but a bit pricey
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, and I loved the bedsheets.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aruf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lamarr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Riverside hotel with excellent rooms and exceptional cleanliness. Reception was a bit functional rather than warm and dining expensive compared to many surrounding options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyudmyla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unexpectedly superb stay! Very clean and comfortable room, friendly staff, free parking. Loved the hotel. Thanks for our sweets. We’ll return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

vanessa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024