
The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple, Devon & Cornwall
4* Charming townhouse hotel in Barnstaple, North Devon
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This attractive townhouse hotel overlooking the River Taw, with its sweeping oak staircase and lavish soft furnishings, is only a short stroll to Barnstaple's Pannier Market. With 63 quality bedrooms, cosy lounges and intimate bar, The Imperial Hotel makes a great base to explore North Devon and Exmoor, then you can relax in the hotel's beautiful surroundings, cosy lounges or intimate bar and later enjoy AA rosette award-winning cuisine in the Arlington Restaurant.
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3 Special Offers for this hotel.
Classic Country Getaway
From £90.72 pppn for a 7 night stay, to £125 pppn for a 1 night stay
Stay in a Superior Double room and receive:
- 3 course dinner for two in the fine dining Arlington Restaurant on one evening (value £50 pp)
- Full breakfast for two daily
- Use of the leisure facilities at nearby sister hotels
- A Devon Cream Tea for two during your stay (when staying min 2 nights) - value £13.50 pp
- Dine in the restaurant on an additional evening and receive a complimentary bottle of house wine (min 3 courses each)
- Non refundable or amendable within 7 days of arrival
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Highlights
- Located in the heart of Barnstaple by the River Taw
- Short drive from the beautiful North Devon coast
- AA Rosette award winning Arlington Restaurant
- Spa facilities in the nearby Barnstaple Hotel
Home truths
The hotel does not have any spa facilities, however guests staying at The Imperial Hotel are welcome to use the leisure facilities at the sister hotel, The Barnstaple, free of charge (approximately 2 miles away by car). Please contact them directly to check opening times and book any treatments.

Where is The Imperial Hotel?
The Imperial Hotel
Taw Vale Parade
Barnstaple
Devon
EX32 8NB
Good to know
Hotel check-in time:
3:00 PMHotel check-out time:
11:00 AMRestaurant
Opening Times
Breakfast in the Arlington Restaurant
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 9:30am
Weekends 7:30am - 10am
Lunch in the Arlington Restaurant
Monday - Sunday 12pm - 2pm
Afternoon tea in the Terrace Lounge
Daily 2pm - 6pm
Dinner in the Arlington Restaurant
Daily 6:30pm - 9pm
Dinner in the Colours Bar & Bistro
Daily 6pm - 9pm
Dress Code
Please note the hotel has a preferred dress code of no sportswear, t-shirts or ripped denim in the Arlington Restaurant after 6.30pm.
Casual dining is allowed in the Colours Bar & Bistro.
Can you park at The Imperial Hotel?
Free car parking and electric car charging points (chargeable)
Is The Imperial Hotel accessible for disabled guests?
The hotel has one wheelchair accessible room with a walk in shower. Please contact us for availability.
There is lift access to all floors.
Can children stay at The Imperial Hotel?
Interconnecting rooms, space for extra beds and sofa beds, and two river-facing family rooms. Please contact us for availability.
History of the hotel
The stunning Grade 2 listed building was originally a grand private manor named 'Litchdon House', home to one of Barnstaple's wealthiest families. In 1898, it became a 'family hotel' and was extended over the years to become the iconic building it is today.
Many historic character features have been preserved, including the ornamental ironwork balconies and the bay windows, which give the building a wonderfully elegant atmosphere. The hotel oozes historical charm and you will sense the long tradition of warm hospitality that has been enjoyed at this 4 Star hotel for well over a century.
Does The Imperial Hotel allow dogs?
Dogs are only permitted in Standard rooms in the River Court Building (annex to the main hotel and accessed via a separate entrance) and not in public areas of the main hotel unless outdoors. Please contact us for dog friendly room availability. The dog charge is £15 per night, per dog.
Dog-friendly rooms include a dog blanket and bowl.
Please note dogs are not permitted in the main hotel.
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