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The Royal Exeter Hotel is an ideal base for exploring Bournemouth and Dorset's delightful countryside. Bournemouth's beaches, the pier, promenade, shops and Bournemouth International Center are just a short walk away. Guests can enhance weekend stays at the Royal Exeter Hotel by visiting the hotel's vibrant bars and restaurant, with live music and DJs setting the party mood. Rooms at the Royal Exeter Hotel are tastefully decorated and benefit from private bathrooms. Rooms are available in a variety of configurations, including family rooms. Guests can choose from either contemporary or more traditional décor.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the heart of Bournemouth, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Private parking at the hotel

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
7.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ingram
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    history and style of the hotel, good breakfasts, polite helpful staff, convenient car park
  • Dori
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Nice location near the beach and shopping center. Attached bar was very nice.
  • D
    De
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    all, simple to book in good parking safe and secure
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spotless and amazing front desk staff .. room was fabulous too
  • M
    Malcolm
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect,staff where excellent very friendly
  • Alicia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff, it was clean, many towels and toiletries provided Couldn't really hear the music or events llate at night Great value for money with it's location
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was good, breakfast was very good, staff very helpful and accommodating.
  • Riccardo
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast really good , location just perfect if you need to go to the BIC , we got family room and the size is great , we need extra heat and the staff was very helpful . Overall great experience
  • Lakshmivaragan
    India India
    Very strategic location. If you are a beach lover then this is for you. Less than 5 mins walk. The breakfast was good and the staff were very accommodative and helpful. We are asian vegetarians and they got veg options as well.
  • Cynthia
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice hotel. Very comfortable and helpful staff.

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • twin rooms please

    The Royal Exeter Hotel has twin rooms consisting of 2 single beds.
    Answered on 12 November 2019
  • Is there parking near by

    There are plenty of parking facilities in the area.
    Answered on 24 July 2020
  • Is parking available?

    I'm afraid we don't have a car park at our hotel. The nearest car parks to our hotel are listed below - Exeter Park Road Car Park - BIC Multi Storey..
    Answered on 25 August 2021
  • Is there a kettle in the room and TV

    Yes
    Answered on 20 October 2019
  • Hi, would you be ok with two well behaved seventeen year old girls staying at your hotel?

    Hello, Unfortunately we do need someone who is over 18 years old with them sorry for any inconvenience Kind Regards Reception team
    Answered on 24 August 2022
  • Hi does this room have a view? If not which is the best deal/price for a double with a view/window. Thanks Angela Johnson

    Dear Angela Johnson, All of our rooms have a window, but some rooms are facing the gardens, road or the car park. No sea view I am afraid.
    Answered on 22 July 2020
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Oishii - Asian Tapas and Grill
    • Cuisine
      Sushi • Asian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Royal Exeter Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Elevator
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £8 per day.
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Wake-up service
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • 24-hour front desk
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Bathroom emergency cord
    • Lowered sink
    • Raised toilet
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Portuguese

    House rules
    Royal Exeter Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of £200 is required on arrival. That's about $260. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    The hotel provide late night entertainment, therefore some areas of the hotel may be subject to noise from customers, music and traffic.

    Groups:

    It is hotel policy not to accept bookings from single-sex groups. The hotel reserves the right to decline bookings at check-in which may have been made individually and/or separately but are for groups.

    Please be aware our hotel has one cocktail bar and one nightclub which are very popular onsite.

    Bar opening hours as fallows,

    1812 Cocktail Lounge Bar

    12pm till 11pm Sunday - Thursday,

    12pm till 01:00 am Friday, 12pm till 02:00 am Saturday. (Bank Holiday Sunday closing time will be the same as Saturday)

    BarSo

    5pm - 12am Sunday - Thursday

    12pm - 05:00 am Friday and Saturday (Bank Holiday Sunday closing time will be the same as Saturday)

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    A damage deposit of £200 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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Royal Exeter Hotel

    • Royal Exeter Hotel is 1,500 feet from the center of Bournemouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Evening entertainment
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Happy hour
      • Live music/Performance

    • Room options at Royal Exeter Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Single
      • Family

    • The prices at Royal Exeter Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Royal Exeter Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Oishii - Asian Tapas and Grill

    • Guests staying at Royal Exeter Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free

    • The nearest beach is 800 feet from Royal Exeter Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Royal Exeter Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.