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The Imperial Hotel

Gradings

4 AA Gold Stars

About

The Imperial Hotel in Barnstaple is a flagship of Brend Hotels, the leader in West Country luxury hotels. At the Imperial, you will sense the long tradition of warm hospitality that has been enjoyed at this hotel for well over a century. Soak in the atmosphere and enjoy some fine living as our guest.

With fabulous rooms for business meetings and private dining, it’s also a sensational wedding venue and a spectacular place to celebrate a special occasion.

Whilst staying at the Imperial Hotel you can also use the facilities at the leisure club for free.

Set by the River Taw, the Imperial Hotel is the leading luxury hotel in Barnstaple and the surrounding North Devon area. With its sweeping oak staircase and lavish soft furnishings, the Imperial Hotel captures the magic and style of a lovely country house. The many gorgeous National Trust properties in Devon such as the nearby Arlington Court have helped inspire the decor and create this warm and enchanting setting. You will feel yourself at home as soon as you step inside.

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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units: 63

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Double Room	£95.00 per room (room only)
Double Room	£386.00 per room per night, half board

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

1988 reviews

Certificate of Excellence 2018

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

Service
Value
Cleanliness
Location

Excellent
1490
Very Good
378
Average
89
Poor
21
Terrible
10

Recent Reviews:

nibi
Leamington Spa
Trip Type:
Couples
Another lovely trip
Saturday, 16th March 2019
After visiting both the brend hotels in sidmouth we decided to try one of the barnstable ones. The imperial was our second choice as we couldnt get into more modern one along the road called the... Read full review
atiqr2019
Oxford, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Business
Disappointed
Wednesday, 20th March 2019
On arrival the hotel looks great, the room is lovely and clean however my stay was far from pleasant. The walls are so thin you can hear other guests snoring! The toilet flush stopped working... Read full review
Cradley
Wedmore
Trip Type:
Family
Excellent short break
Friday, 22nd March 2019
The hotel is excellent in every way. The initial reception is welcoming and efficient. Bedroom very comfortable with provision for tea/coffee making, mini bar. Bathroom with excellent shower unit... Read full review

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Facilities

Catering

Bar
Room service
Serve breakfast
Serve lunch

Establishment Features

Conference facilities
Free car parking
Lift
Regular evening entertainment
Restaurant
Riverside
Spa Facilities
Swimming Pool
Wedding Venue

Room / Unit Features

Digital TV
Hairdryer in all bedrooms
Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
Telephone in all bedrooms
WiFi

Map & Directions

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Taw Vale Parade, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8NB

Visit Website

Call direct on:

Tel01271 345861

Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019)

Gradings

4 AA Gold Stars

Awards

TripAdvisor Awards TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016

Dining at The Imperial Hotel, North Devon

Weddings at The Imperial Hotel, North Devon

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