Title: The Royal & Fortescue Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2541741&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal & Fortescue Guests enjoy convenient amenities at The Royal & Fortescue, from practical dry cleaning service and elevator access to delicious meals at RF Bar & Lounge ## Photo gallery for The Royal & Fortescue ![Front of property - The Royal & Fortescue (Barnstaple)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/94f4a4cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - The Royal & Fortescue (Barnstaple)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/ce9994dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Royal & Fortescue (Barnstaple)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/1e332178.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lunch and dinner served - The Royal & Fortescue (Barnstaple)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/ccb274fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board - The Royal & Fortescue (Barnstaple)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/5f9f217a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Clovelly Village, The Royal & Fortescue offers genuine hospitality. The RF Bar and Lounge serves lunch and dinner, and the cafe offers coffee all day. Amenities: dry cleaning, nearby outdoor pool access, free self-parking. Guests praise the helpful staff. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Bar £69 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 1 - Mar 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=2541741&PinnedHotelID=2541741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/f791c7f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom 8.8 Excellent 19 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - 129 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/6acf0e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Portable fan Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - 189 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed ![Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/7a411d18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Portable fan Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - 100 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/9591db4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Portable fan Bathrobes Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/a3c4d76d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - 129 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/afef8442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/6acf0e7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 189 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room ![Comfort Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/857c88dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 17 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Portable fan Separate bedroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Double or Twin Room ![Luxury Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541800/2541741/18da43e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Portable fan Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - Sleeps 4 - 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[Visit our Barnstaple travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnstaple.dx4560) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.07891%2C-4.05872&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fHGWVqkAhB5iqd53xU96lbpsFjE=) Boutport Street, Barnstaple, England, EX31 1HG ### What's nearby - ![Pannier Market which includes interior views and markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263431/e43593a4-da4e-4e2d-9c90-319106ba3a4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pannier Market 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - St Anne's Arts & Community Centre 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Queen's Theatre 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - North Devon Karting Centre 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Funder Zone 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Barnstaple Station 9 min walk - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) 58 min drive ### Restaurants - Barum Takeaway 3 min walk - Kelly's Lounge And Bar 2 min walk - The Panniers 3 min walk - Claytons & the Glasshouse 2 min walk - Subway 2 min walk ## About this property ### The Royal & Fortescue Hotel near a boardwalk Consider a stay at The Royal & Fortescue and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars. The on-site restaurant, RF Bar and Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and meeting rooms - A front desk safe, a lift and luggage storage - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location Room features All guest rooms at The Royal & Fortescue have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property. Other amenities include: - Heating and portable fans - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/520300/520223/92d7d6ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.2 Wonderful 514 reviews £114 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=520223&PinnedHotelID=520223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1723800/1723704/955fc394.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Park Hotel Barnstaple - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 482 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=1723704&PinnedHotelID=1723704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2542200/2542175/d9eb5df6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Barnstaple Hotel Barnstaple - 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Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Porter/bellhop ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Portable fan - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and from 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Fortescue Hotel Royal & Fortescue Hotel Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple Royal Fortescue Royal Fortescue Barnstaple Royal Fortescue Hotel Royal And Fortescue Barnstaple Royal And Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple, Devon Royal Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple The Royal & Fortescue Hotel The Royal & Fortescue Barnstaple The Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Royal & Fortescue pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Royal & Fortescue? ### How much is parking at The Royal & Fortescue? ### What time is check-in at The Royal & Fortescue? ### What time is check-out at The Royal & Fortescue? ### Where is The Royal & Fortescue located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Royal & Fortescue Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 353 8 - Good 209 6 - Okay 53 4 - Poor 21 2 - Terrible 11 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### J.Davey 19 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was very clean & staff very polite & welcoming. Breakfast was a good size & locally sourced. ##### J.Davey Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 5 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Great location. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Amenities Friendly staff couldnt do enough Clean and great breakfast ##### Carol Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### edward 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Amenities Large room and good bathroom but TV dated Nice bar and friendly staff and handy car park Would recommend ##### edward Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Well run good food ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing place. Great locations. I will be back ##### Gina Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### christine 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely place to stay with very helpful staff ##### christine Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful place, easy walking, bus station around the corner and train station a few minutes walk. Great dining options. Will be back. ##### Gina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stewart 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely hotel This was a nice hotel/ location to stay in, would stay again ##### Stewart Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr Ryan A 13 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice clean hotel in centre of town , good breakfast ##### Mr Ryan A Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marllyn 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel and very helpful staff, good location and parking ok ##### Marllyn Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### julia 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very conveniently placed hotel in the town centre I found The Royal & Fortescue to be a lovely comfortable place to stay in the centre of Barnstaple very close to all amenities including the bus station which was so handy for getting to other near by attractions. The hotel is very clean and welcoming. We had a really nice relaxing stay and if in Barnstaple again would be more than happy to stay again. ##### julia Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen 30 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely room, Staff extremely helpful. Enjoyable stay. ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brenda 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Good for larger parties not couples. Thought it a little on expensive side for the room very small expect because it would be serving larger groups for weddings. As a couple would not return but would return to restaurant which was excellent. Very clean and lovely staff comfortable beds. ##### Brenda Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darren 29 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pleasant stay at well located hotel. ##### Darren Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent hotel. Lovely hotel in a great location excellent spacious well appointed room, restaurant very good. ##### Philip Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mandy 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful building good secured parking loveliest helpful staff. Excellent meal and cocktails ##### mandy Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort One night stay, comfortable and relaxing. Easy check in and lovely breakfast. Room was comfortable and clean. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jane 27 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely overnight stay, convenient location with parking in the centre of Barnstaple ##### Jane Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ben 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Central Barnstaple Lovely weekend stay at the Fortescue Hotel very central for town. The room was of good size and facilities very clean and comfortable bed. ##### Ben Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue 21 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, friendly & efficient - delicious dining menu ##### Sue Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fai 26 Jan 2024 Perfect stay, perfect location, clean tidy and very comfortable beds. Can’t fault the place. ##### Fai Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie 26 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel Nice hotel good location, small but free car park. ##### Debbie Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave 16 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Stay Then reception staff, Emma was very helpful, the room very quiet at night and the bed was extremely comfortable. ##### Dave Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 8 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel. Very clean and welcoming. Breakfast and its surroundings were 2nd to none, it all felt rather plush. Staff very helpful. Would definitely stay again if in the area. ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > > [Chimney House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandbach-Hotels-Chimney-House-Hotel.h527768.Hotel-Information) > > [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > > [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > > [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > > [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > > [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haslemere-Hotels-Voco-Lythe-Hill-Hotel-Spa.h517258.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > > [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > > [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > > [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > > [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > > [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > > [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > > [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > > [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > > [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > > [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > > [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > > [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > > [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) ---