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Located in the picturesque Devonshire town of Illfracombe is the Royal Britannia Hotel. Totally refurbished in 2010, the hotel overlooks the harbour and has 2 restaurants and 2 bars, offering cuisine from Northern China, Sunday carvery and bar meals. Former notable guests of the hotel include Lord Admiral Nelson and King Edward VII. Rooms at the Royal Britannia feature TVs and tea/coffee making facilities, whilst some have sea views and spa baths. The large restaurant has exposed wooden beams and serves English and international cuisine. There is a carvery with a range of meat, and a sea-food menu featuring the fresh catch from Illfracombe harbour. There are two bars, serving a wide range of drinks and light snacks throughout the day. Devonshire cream teas are also available for guests to enjoy. The hotel is surrounded by the harbour stunning countryside walks. The golden, sandy beaches of Woolacommbe are a haven for surfers, and are a 10-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ilfracombe, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
2 double beds
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
3 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.7
Low score for Ilfracombe
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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of Royal Britannia Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs £8 per day.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Royal Britannia Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Bankcard Royal Britannia Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the Britannia Inn is the hotel's on-site restaurant. The hotel does not accept American Express.

    Please note if travelling with a pet, that only selective room types can accommodate animals. Please confirm in advance if you will be travelling with a pet.

    Please note single sex groups of 3 or over will only be accepted with a pre authorization payment of up to £300 per person on the guests card to cover any damages or smoking in the room. All guests must also provide photo ID in order to check in.

    Please note that all the bedrooms are different in shape and size and are furnished accordingly. Also the decoration may be different to that shown in the images.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Royal Britannia Hotel

    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Royal Britannia Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Royal Britannia Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Table tennis
      • Fishing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach

    • Royal Britannia Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Royal Britannia Hotel is 850 yards from the centre of Ilfracombe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Royal Britannia Hotel include:

      • Family
      • Double
      • Triple
      • Twin
      • Quadruple
      • Twin/Double

    • Check-in at Royal Britannia Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Royal Britannia Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.