The Imperial Hotel - Barnstaple
51.077017, -4.057587Overview
4-star riverfront hotel in Barnstaple with AA Rosette dining
Award-Winning Dining
The Arlington Restaurant at The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple holds an AA Rosette for culinary excellence. The hotel offers a formal dining room serving 2 and 4-course dinners with locally sourced cuisine. Guests can also dine at the Military-themed Colours Bar and terrace lounge for a more relaxed setting.
Rooms & Amenities
Accommodations include spacious river-view rooms and the State Room with a walk-in rain shower. The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple provides free parking for all guests. Electric vehicle charging stations are available on-site.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The imperial hotel barnstaple is situated in the centre of Barnstaple, a 10-minute drive from the North Devon coast. Nearby attractions include Exmoor National Park and the historic pannier market. Guests can access leisure facilities at a nearby sister hotel.
Pet-Friendly Services
The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple is dog-friendly with designated pet bowls and pet baskets in rooms. Dogs are accommodated in the adjacent River Court building, and bookings must be made directly with the hotel. A list of dog-friendly places to visit is provided upon check-in.
Events & Entertainment
The imperial hotel barnstaple offers tailored services for weddings and group celebrations. Live music is provided on selected evenings, including a male crooner, saxophonist, and female singer. Business travelers can use meeting and banquet facilities with a 24-hour front desk and concierge service.
- Dining: AA Rosette Arlington Restaurant with locally sourced cuisine
- Rooms: River-view rooms and State Room with walk-in rain shower
- Location: Barnstaple centre, 10 minutes from North Devon coast
- Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly with pet bowls, baskets, and direct booking in River Court building
- Events: Weddings, group events, and live music evenings
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 Double bed1 Single bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Picnic area/ Tables
Flat-screen TV
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
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room view
- Courtyard 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
Essential information about The Imperial Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 85 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 83.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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