The Imperial Hotel - Barnstaple

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The Imperial Hotel - Barnstaple
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Overview

4-star hotel overlooking River Taw with AA rosette fine dining

Dining

The Imperial Hotel offers an AA rosette award-winning dining experience at the Arlington Restaurant, where menus change daily and feature locally sourced cuisine. Guests can also choose relaxed meals at the Colours Bar, a military-themed bistro and bar with a cozy atmosphere. The hotel provides a formal 2- or 4-course dinner option, plus a table d'hôte menu and an à la carte menu for evening dining.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms at the Imperial Hotel Barnstaple include river-view accommodations, with the spacious State room offering a separate walk-in rain shower and both a bath and shower. The hotel also has accessible rooms equipped with wet rooms, grab rails, and a shower seat for guests with limited mobility. Superior twin or double rooms are available, and all rooms are furnished with luxurious furnishings and maintained to high cleanliness standards.

Location & Activities

The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple is located in the center of Barnstaple, a 10-minute drive from the North Devon coast and within walking distance of the historic pannier market and Rock Park. The hotel is a short drive from Exmoor National Park and the coastal villages of Clovelly and Lynton and Lynmouth. Guests can use the nearby Tarka Trail for walking or cycling, and the hotel offers electric bike charging storage for guests.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple accommodates dogs in the River Court building adjacent to the main hotel, with pet bowls and pet baskets provided. Dogs are not allowed in the main hotel building, and bookings with dogs must be made directly with the hotel, not online. The hotel offers dog-friendly rooms with river views and access to outdoor areas for pet relief.

Amenities & Services

The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple provides free parking at the front and rear of the property, with electric vehicle charging stations and accessible blue badge spaces. Guests have access to leisure facilities at a nearby sister hotel within the Brend Group, including a pool and gym. The hotel offers flexible services for weddings and group events, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and luggage storage.

  • Dining: AA rosette award-winning Arlington Restaurant & military-themed Colours Bar
  • Rooms: River-view State room with walk-in rain shower & accessible rooms with wet rooms
  • Location: 10 min from North Devon coast, near Exmoor National Park & Tarka Trail
  • Pet-Friendly: River Court building with pet bowls & direct booking required
  • Amenities: Free parking, EV charging, sister hotel leisure facilities, wedding services
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP20 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:59
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • River view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Imperial Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 116 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 51.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Exeter International, EXT

Location

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Taw Vale Parade, Barnstaple, United Kingdom
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Taw Vale Parade, Barnstaple, United Kingdom
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Store
The Pannier Market
100 yd
Museums
The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon
100 yd
Trinity Street
White Moose Art Gallery
100 yd
Museums
Barnstaple Heritage Centre
100 yd
Events
St Anne's Arts & Community Centre
100 yd
Parks
Rock Park
100 yd
High Street Corner of Buthchers Row
The Guildhall
100 yd
Restaurant
The Terrace Lounge
100 yd
Restaurant
Seasons Brasserie
100 yd
Restaurant
Scoffs
100 yd
Restaurant
Lilico's
100 yd
Restaurant
62 The Bank & Bar 62
100 yd
Restaurant
Honeymoon Chinese Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Treat Time
100 yd
Restaurant
Everest Gurkha Chef
100 yd
Restaurant
Lush Bar & Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Tea by the Taw
100 yd
Restaurant
Claytons and The Glasshouse
100 yd

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FAQ about The Imperial Hotel

How far is The Imperial Hotel hotel from the city center?
The Imperial Hotel hotel is located in an old district.
What interesting sites can I visit not far from the 4-star The Imperial Hotel?
Guests of the 4-star The Imperial Hotel can visit St Anne's Arts & Community Centre (a short walk to the accommodation), or The Pannier Market placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Is there parking at The Imperial Hotel?
Yes, The Imperial Hotel features a free private parking lot available on site.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the Barnstaple hotel?
Restaurants near the Barnstaple hotel include Block (6 minutes' stroll away) offering medium prices as well as Gurkha (8 minutes' walk from the property) with medium prices.
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the The Imperial Hotel hotel?
Guests of the The Imperial Hotel hotel can check in from 3 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 7 AM.
How much does it cost to stay at the 4-star The Imperial Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in the 4-star The Imperial Hotel hotel starts at £116.
What payment methods are available in The Imperial Hotel?
At The Imperial Hotel, you can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the Barnstaple hotel?
Each room at the Barnstaple hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with dressing gowns and a hair dryer.
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