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The Imperial Hotel

4.0 star property
Guests enjoy upscale comfort at this charming accommodation near Clovelly Village, with delicious meals and garden relaxation in idyllic surroundings.

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The Imperial Hotel offers an upscale experience with beautiful village views. Travelers start their day with a cooked-to-order breakfast, then can relax with drinks at the hotel bar or head to the nearby swimming pool after exploring the charming local area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ￥25,409
￥30,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, River View | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Small Double

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Barnstaple, The Imperial Hotel is on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saunton Sands and Croyde Bay Beach, while Exmoor Zoo and Clovelly Village are popular area attractions. RHS Garden Rosemoor and The Milky Way Adventure Park are not to be missed. Visit our Barnstaple travel guide
Map
EX32 8NB, England, Barnstaple, Taw Vale Parade

What's nearby

  • Pannier Market
    Pannier Market
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St Anne's Arts & Community Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen's Theatre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Devon Karting Centre
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Funder Zone
    4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station
    10 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kelly's Lounge And Bar
    4 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    8 min walk
  • The Panniers
    6 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza
    8 min walk
  • Subway
    6 min walk

About this property

The Imperial Hotel

Upscale hotel near Clovelly Village
A terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Imperial Hotel. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 63 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Colours Bar Bistro
  • The Arlington Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that some guestrooms are located in the Rivercourt Building and are accessed through a separate entrance.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Imperial Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial Hotel on Jun 14, 2026 start from ￥25,409, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Imperial Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Imperial Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Imperial Hotel located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay Beach, and Exmoor Zoo. Clovelly Village and RHS Garden Rosemoor are also within 16 mi (25 km). Barnstaple Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Imperial Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 520 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with a character and lovely design. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is fine. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect, friendly staff and beautiful views
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a wonderful place, and the staff was wonderful as well
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was faultless and this echoed the hotel in every way Nothing was too much trouble for the friendly staff The breakfast and evening meal was wonderful and catered for all tastes Thank you for an amazing stay will be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Room was spacious and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent with loads of choice. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean, and the bathroom was fantastic. The staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. Loved the canapes with our pre-dinner drinks!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Imperial several times visiting family. Never been disappointed. All effort made to make us feel welcome and receive the high standard of service Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location easy parking clean room with comfy bed Excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful hotel in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Staff and Hotel Perfect place and truly wonderful Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and a very nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were excellent and the hotel was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Staff care a lot and are very attentive - some good banter and nice to see some personalities. Breakfast was a little expensive but very robust portions. Will definitely be on the short-list for my next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel in a lovely location

Overnight stay, lovely place and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly and helpful staff lovely clean room great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, and I loved the bedsheets.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was really nice Hotel clean snd tidy Staff were friendly and helpful Nice breakfast but a bit pricey
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, room was clean and staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Wonderful Hotel in a very good location close to the shops. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel excellent location staff went above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Belinda Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great food

Staff great, food great and charming building.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and lovely food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Formal but friendly hotel, clean and well kept, small double actually a reasonable size, really good breakfast and beautiful location. Will be back one day
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely long weekend stay at The Imperial . Staff were very friendly and attentive, special mention to Sayed in Arlington restaurant 😀 great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room close to town centre
Stayed 1 night in May 2024