Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Comfortable and clean rooms
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Noisy at night
Cleanliness issues in some areas
Informed about party only after booking

Categories

Cleanliness
7.89
Not clean, dead flies by the curtains in one review, which affected the overall perception.
Service
9.36
Staff are friendly and put a lot of effort to ensure guest enjoyment.
Location
8.9
Location is convenient and easy to find, but not in the most scenic area.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms are cozy, clean, but one mentioned cold and noise issues.
Amenities
9.38
Includes good facilities like a swimming pool and gym area.
Value for Money
9.84
Great value for the cost with good amenities and facilities.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Excellent breakfast and great cocktails.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall a very pleasant stay with many positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 00:33

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the hotel's indoor and outdoor pools, fully equipped gym, and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy a range of luxurious therapies and treatments in the relaxation suite.

Elegant Rooms with Views
Relax in style in the elegant rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. Most rooms offer views of the outdoor pool and garden, while all feature modern en suite bathrooms.

Dining and Leisure
Savor delicious meals at the stylish brasserie restaurant and make use of the health and leisure club with heated swimming pools. Free parking and proximity to North Devon's beaches make this hotel the perfect choice for your next getaway.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at The Barnstaple Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that full payment is taken on arrival.

Please note that The Barnstaple Hotel is a busy function hotel and at times has music playing until 01:00 in the function suite. There are times when this can be heard in some garden court and pool view rooms.

Children aged 12 to 16 years must pay for meals as taken. Children aged 11 years and younger receive free breakfast and dinner when dining with parents.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EXT

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 15 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1175 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 9.84
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Tayla couple ie
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
C
Chris couple gb
9
Great hotel with excellent staff, food food and great leisure facilities but location not so good for a leisure/holi
Pros:

The pools and food

Cons:

The location on an industrial estate

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Hubertus couple de
7
Nichts besonderes - für die Durchreise geeignet
Pros:

Die Pool‘s waren o.k.

Cons:

Bett war recht klein;

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
A
Annabell couple gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable beds and convenient location

Cons:

There was an unpleasant smell from the outdoor pool area at times that reached the bedroom and we had to shut the windows and door

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
S
Selena couple gb
8
Well priced short break with outdoor pool
Pros:

Boutique hotel with excellent facilities and front of house staff.
Next time I would want to eat in the restaurant

Cons:

Not really a dislike but it’s sort of on the edge of an industrial estate

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Leigh family_with_children gb
8
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
K
Kim solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
M
Melissa family_with_children gb
7
Short and sweet
Pros:

The location was strange, but all in all staff was nice and friendly , the hotel room was a bit small , I liked their decor but it needed touching up. It does reflect the cost so it was good.

Cons:

Room was a bit small

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
D
Dean couple gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
R
RICHARD couple gb
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
H
Hsiuchi solo_traveller tw
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
N
Neil couple gb
10
Very enjoyable stay, shame we couldn't stay longer.
Pros:

Swimming pool, together with exceptionally hot weather was like being abroad!

Cons:

Everything was exceptional 👌

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
D
Denise couple gb
8
Pros:

Location . Cleanliness

Cons:

Bedroom far to hot. Bed was concave room no 45. Outdoor balcony light n a timer too late. Batman served my double gin in a 1/2 pint beer glass!

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Zowie solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Pools and breakfast was very good

Cons:

Room was abit small once sofa bed was out

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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richard solo_traveller de
10
Warm welcome from reception staff; room spotless and comfortable; facilities and all staff members outstanding.
Pros:

Excellent! An absolute gem of a hotel. First class.

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
E
Engelke solo_traveller de
8
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
M
Martyn family_with_children gb
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
H
Helen couple gb
9
Would stay again
Pros:

The fact that they let us into the rooms early. The outdoor pool and the cleanliness.

Cons:

The horrible smell outside. The spa staff who were beyond disinterested and the fact that the outside pool didn’t open until 9am.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
G
Gordon couple gb
10
Always a welcome atmosphere
Pros:

Friendly staff and excellent food thankyou Chef

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
J
Jan C. couple nl
9
Pros:

Mooie kamer. Bij het hotel kun je de auto opladen

2026-06-19 via Nuitee