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About this property

Located in the picturesque Devonshire town of Illfracombe is the Royal Britannia Hotel. Totally refurbished in 2010, the hotel overlooks the harbor and has 2 restaurants and 2 bars, offering cuisine from Northern China, Sunday carvery and bar meals. Former notable guests of the hotel include Lord Admiral Nelson and King Edward VII. Rooms at the Royal Britannia feature TVs and tea/coffee making facilities, while some have sea views and spa baths. The large restaurant has exposed wooden beams and serves English and international cuisine. There is a carvery with a range of meat, and a sea-food menu featuring the fresh catch from Illfracombe harbor. There are two bars, serving a wide range of drinks and light snacks throughout the day. Devonshire cream teas are also available for guests to enjoy. The hotel is surrounded by the harbor stunning countryside walks. The golden, sandy beaches of Woolacommbe are a haven for surfers, and are a 10-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Ilfracombe, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
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2 full beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
2 full beds
1 king bed
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Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Steakhouse • Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

House rules

Royal Britannia Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. That's about $132. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the Britannia Inn is the hotel's on-site restaurant. The hotel does not accept American Express.

Please note if traveling with a pet, that only selective room types can accommodate animals. Please confirm in advance if you will be traveling with a pet.

Please note single sex groups of 3 or over will only be accepted with a pre authorization payment of upto £300 per person on the guests card to cover any damages or smoking in the room. All guests must also provide photo ID in order to check in.

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.