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The Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverside hotel with 2 restaurants, in the vicinity of Saunton Sands

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Front of property
Point of interest
Point of interest
Interior entrance
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Small Double

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

  • St Anne's Arts & Community Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pannier Market - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Queen's Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Devon Karting Centre - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Funder Zone - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Barum Takeaway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Claytons & the Glasshouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kelly's Lounge And Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Panniers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Hotel

Riverside hotel with 2 restaurants, in the vicinity of Saunton Sands
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.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Family friendly

  • 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)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial Hotel on 5 Feb 2026 start from NZ$241.06, 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 Instow Beach (9 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. 345 out of 514 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 514 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 514 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 514 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 514 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

raymond, camberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A traditional and quality hotel experience

I really like this hotel, and would suggest it to anyone visiting from overseas as a good example of how things used to be done. The building is older and has all the quirkiness that comes with that. The room I had was reasonably spacious and well appointed, very clean, nothing to really pick fault with. The common areas downstairs are traditionally decorated, well maintained, and display the history of the location well. They are warm and inviting. The real thing about this hotel is that the service element is still there, from reception, to the bar and into the restaurant. Staff are plentiful and attentive, and it all adds up to a very civilised experience. I ate in the restaurant and the food was good, with a decent wine list. The room price is reasonable and the restaurant price is possibly at the high end, but the quality is there and the service and overall vibe made it worthwhile for me. It's all a little posh, but in no way stuck up.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Room was spacious and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent with loads of choice. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Imperial was ;lovely, well run hotel with excellent staff and food with one exception.namely the bread used for toast and sandwiches is very thick (approx 8mms) and not in keeping with a hotel of this quality. It should be replaced
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Imperial hotel

Great stay. Lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every member of staff works hard to make your stay comfortable and memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was expensive for what it was my husband had a burger & fries which was £24 & £3 for a shaving of cheese. I had Salmon £24 but must say was lovely..Breakfast was very nice & well serverd…everything else was good..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry, London

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Staff care a lot and are very attentive - some good banter and nice to see some personalities. Breakfast was a little expensive but very robust portions. Will definitely be on the short-list for my next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was superb - Barnstaple itself was a disappointment with run down town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is ideally placed to access the town centre. Room was newly decorated so in excellent condition although the bathroom is a little small. Would have expected more fresh fruit for breakfast, most fruit was tinned and the juices are from concentrate. Overall the hotel and dining is expenive for what is provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go back in time and stay at a family owned Hotel

I have not stayed here for years and was surprised to see that its still a Brend Hotel ( family hotel). I went for breakfast and it was a traditional waiter service breakfast eg you are shown to a table, another waiter takes your order, you choose the items you want and its freshly cooked ( no food sitting under a heated light)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mantas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed mites made for a sleepless night. We did change rooms but reception staff showed little interest in our concerns!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

s

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Room comfort
The bathroom was a hotbox and if I wanted two single beds pushed together I'll ask for it, terrible night's sleep, no way on earth I'd stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old world atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in May 2025