Royal Exeter Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Bournemouth International Centre

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Royal Exeter Hotel's vibrant atmosphere is just steps from Bournemouth Lower Gardens. Unwind at one of the 2 bars, enjoy lunch or dinner at Oishii sushi bar, and take in the live shows. The hotel's convenient location near Oceanarium also offers stunning views.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Digital TV service
The current price is $57
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5

Room options

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Superior Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Four Poster Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Exeter Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5AG

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth International Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Oceanarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 42 min drive
  • Branksome Station - 9 min drive
  • Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar So - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aruba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Moon In The Square (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪wagamama - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪House of Frasier Resturant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Royal Exeter Hotel

Royal Exeter Hotel features a nightclub and puts you just steps from Bournemouth International Centre and Oceanarium. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 15 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beach access
  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1812
  • Terrace
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

1812 - Onsite cocktail bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
BarSo - Bar & Nightclub - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.5 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 15 per day

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Royal Exeter
Royal Exeter Bournemouth
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Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Exeter Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Royal Exeter Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Royal Exeter Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Royal Exeter Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 15 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Exeter Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Royal Exeter Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (8-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Royal Exeter Hotel and nearby?

Royal Exeter Hotel has 2 bars and a nightclub.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Exeter Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Royal Exeter Hotel like?

Royal Exeter Hotel is located near Bournemouth Beach in Bournemouth City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 3 minutes' walk from Oceanarium. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Royal Exeter Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its great quality and freshly cooked meals. (43 reviews)
  • The property's location is perfect for the beach, being within walking distance and offering easy access to associated amenities. (12 reviews)
  • Secure gated parking is a real bonus and a convenient feature for guests. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is in an excellent location, very central to everything from the beach, gardens, theatre's etc.
Sam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very clean and lovely and warm food was excellent a lovely hotel
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very warm welcome, lovely atmosphere, great bar and breakfast and the best location for the BIC
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent breakfast, friendly staff and secure parking.
Tracey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good size room, staff excellent and attentive. Great location very close to the beach and gardens.
Ashley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rooms were clean and the staff were pleasant.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean rooms and friendly staff
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

staff are good, 1812 bar entertainment is good
Rita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The reason I revisit the royal Exeter again and again is eveything from the friendly staff, the entertainment; the cleanliness and the breakfast, it’s a wonderful stay
Jemma, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Clean room, staff were nice, I didn’t have breakfast there as was too expensive
Damon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very poor mattress and showeri
Kerry, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Really good value for the price. Really clean too. Just a little bit tired and could do with an update in some areas. Staff were excellent!
Matthew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very good service.
Edward, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Hotel was a disaster; staff is unhelpful in all ways possible. Just a horrible experience
Gintare, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great location, spacious room and nice cocktail bar
Dani, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Room needs another socket for phone charging maybe a usb style socket,and sink has been squeezed into room as shower room was to small,toilet seat was loose and needed wobbling to stay up,also the radiator bar is to close to the toilet and I accidentally touched it with my leg whilst on toilet.There is an ironing board but I couldn't find an iron. The shower room could do with a mirror so a
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I stayed here for one night returning from Cornwall. It proved to be a good location & Reception staff were really helpful with a quick check in & my early morning departure.
Jill, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

have a drink in 1812 bar , nice place. have a dinner in Oishii sushi bar, food is good.
Rita, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent for a beach holiday

Comfortable relaxing stay, idea situation a few minutes walk from the beach and pier. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff
Karen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very pleasant stay, conveniently located for the pier, a bit on the noisy side but the hotel did warn me after I had booked so fair play, would stay again good job all.
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

4th time we’ve stayed, so convenient for the beach,restaurants and shopping…friendly staff and clean rooms,some areas could do with a little tweaking, but overall a great place to stay
Katie, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good location

Nice staff but rooms a bit shabby
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Decent
Diogo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place liked everything
jan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location by sea front, gardens and restaurants. Friendly staff Noisy Sat nights , parking
Gillian, 2-night trip