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Royal Exeter Hotel

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Exterior
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Beach nearby
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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
$97 nightly
The total price is $116
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Family Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Family Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Four Poster Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Four Poster Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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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

  • ‪Aruba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bournemouth Pier - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar So - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prom Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪WestBeach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Royal Exeter Hotel

Royal Exeter Hotel features a nightclub and puts you just steps from Bournemouth International Centre. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Oishii, which serves Asian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth Pier are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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
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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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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 10 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

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Oishii - This sushi bar specializes in Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
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 10 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.
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
Royal Exeter Hotel
Royal Exeter Hotel Bournemouth
Royal Exeter Hotel Hotel
Royal Exeter Hotel Bournemouth
Royal Exeter Hotel Hotel Bournemouth

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 10 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, Oishii offers Asian cuisine.

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 5 minutes' walk from Bournemouth Pier. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Royal Exeter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Bar
Nightclubs
Bed
Lobby
Beach
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, freshly cooked, and of good quality. (37 reviews)
  • The property's location is perfect for the beach, being within a short walking distance. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel friendly polite staff comfortable room some areas need to be cleaned around window. Excellent breakfast and the Asian restaurant was amazing.
Tracey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was on a solo trip and this hotel was perfect for my needs. Location was brilliant turn left for the beach, turn right for the town and restaurants. The breakfast was freshly cooked in the beautiful bar area. Reception staff were very helpful and made my stay so good.
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great venue

Fantastic overnight stay at Royal Exeter hotel in Bournemouth from start to finish. Friendly staff, good room, delicious breakfast. Went to a show at the BIC and loved coming back to extend the evening at 1812 disco afterwards. Will definitely be back!
Pauline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay, all staff were so friendly.

Weather was a amazing, we done plenty of walking, hotel was fantastic, only one problem was, hotel bed was like a trampoline, but mentioned it to reception and there were on it straight away ,staff were fantastic.
Adrian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect weekend

Stayed for 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it . It’s a beautiful old building with a lot of original features. I had a single room and it was very nice.
Beautiful staircase
maureen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location

Good location but rooms bit tired needs a refresh
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable rooms. Breakfast was served in the lounge-bar area, it wasn’t buffet but you could order anything from the menu. Came for a concert at the International Centre which is literally across the street, so it was a perfect location. Also 10 min walk from the beach. Very recommended! Thank you :)
Antonio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good

The hotel was very good, bedding and towels very clean as was the room. Would definitely stay there again
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One night stay in Bournemouth

Hotel good location but needs updating Nice staff great location
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for what we wanted

We had one night here and it was lovely friendly staff ,clean room comfy bed on the 3rd floor. Easy quick walking distance to the beach . Lovely fresh breakfast and happy hour cocktails in the bar.
Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exeter

I use this often,try not to stay when the nightclub is in operation downstairs Staff are always really good here and the location is great.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is about the 4th/5th time we have stayed here and it is our absolute fave! Its perfectly located and the staff are always so happy and welcoming!
hayley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was great. Very friendly guy on reception. Very impressed at the downstairs of the hotel and bar area. Rooms are a bit tired. Very loud from the nightclub until about 3am (and we were on the 3rd floor!) Not sure that much bass is really needed! Maybe I’m just getting old!
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2 minutes from the BIC

It was ideal for the BIC we were able to just cross over the road from the hotel to see Gary Barlow at the Bic .Lively music on the Friday in the hotel and next door if you want a quiet hotel its not for you, but if you want to dance the night away you can!
Marian, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely staff

The staff were amazing, very friendly with great service. The only downside was the dreadful noise from the onsite nightclub that went on until 4am so didn't get much sleep on the Saturday. Much better on the Sunday when the club wasn't open.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Very friendly, helpful. Thankyou for every thing.excellent breakfast. Safe parking.
Barbara, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Fantastic hotel….especially if you love music !

Fantastic service from check in to breakfast. Everyone very professional and friendly. Only one downside is the loud music from the club below…till 4am Shame as hotel is in a lovely central location and everything else was perfect !
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5*

Brilliant hotel, great location , excellent breakfast
graham, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff

Friendly staff and helpful rooms bit dated
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Tired bedroom decor but clean and great low price

So very cheaply priced. Building getting tired and rooms in need of decoration but were spotlessly clean. All staff were friendly and helpful. Bar / club area was exceptional. Breakfast great quality too Amazing value for Bournemouth. We will use again Perfect location too , easy secure car parking
Debbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location and good value

Ideal place to stay in Bournemouth for the sea front, conference centre, and theatre at a very fair price. Car park is not huge, so get there early to get a spot.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Another perfect stay

Absolutely lovely in every way. I go to the Royal Exeter once a month and I feel as if I am returning home each time: from the lovely personal welcome from the reception staff, the comfort of the bed and the linen quality (far superior to some higher rated hotels locally) and the fab breakfast. The super secure parking is another bonus. Can’t wait to be back!
Valerie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Royal Exeter hotel

Nice hotel with an adjoining sushi bar. Sadly, we were not allowed to eat in the restaurant, as there were only two groups. The chef bought our breakfast to our room. It was delicious, but I’d have preferred it at a table. The staff were all friendly and the place was lovely.
View from the hotel
Hotel
Entrance hall
Staircase
Sylvia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

One night stay

Old large hotel not geared for comfort but for music and bar which was good. Room very basic usual old hotel en-suite small as was room bed very comfortable and small shower but good pressure and hot water. No where to eat on Monday in the hotel . Normally a sushi bar open but believe on Sundays they do a good roast. The breakfast and service was excellent though. Good for one night stay as opposite BiC which we wanted. Managed to park in gated car park as not too busy but they won’t guarantee you a place even with a disabled badge😩
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Hazel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stayed here as close to Bournemouth Pavilion where I was attending a show. Place was clean and staff welcoming. I had been warned prior to arriving about the bar and club which ran to late on Sunday morning but never noticed an issue with the noise from my room at the back of the hotel in the second floor
Richard, 1-night trip