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Royal Exeter Hotel

Bournemouth · United Kingdom

Exeter RoadView location

8.2/10Excellent1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness8.6/108.6
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition7.6/107.6
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Royal Exeter Hotel

Enjoy recreation amenities such as a nightclub or take in the view from a terrace. Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Oishii, a restaurant which specializes in Asian cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind?

Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Stay in one of 47 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.

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With a stay at Royal Exeter Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Bournemouth, steps from Bournemouth International Centre and Oceanarium. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bournemouth Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bournemouth Pier. Stay in one of 47 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Bar/Lounge
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • 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.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special 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.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 20 to 25 for adults, and GBP 12.50 to 15 for children
    • Self parking fee: GBP 20 per day
    • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Bournemouth International Centre 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Oceanarium 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bournemouth Beach 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bournemouth Lower Gardens 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bournemouth Pier 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
The Square 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
St. Peter's Church 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Genting Casino Bournemouth 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bournemouth Town Hall 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Durley Chine Beach 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Alum Chine Beach 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Meyrick Park Golf Course 1.6 km / 1 mi
Boscombe Beach 1.8 km / 1.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 47
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
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  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting room
  • Nightclub
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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RO

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Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBL.DB-SU

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  • SUITE EXECUTIVE KING BEDSUITE • EXECUTIVE KING BEDSUI.EJ-KG

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  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIORTWN.SU

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    Room code: TWN.SU

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE EXECUTIVEDOUBLE • EXECUTIVEDBL.EJ

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDSUITE • WITH DOUBLE BEDSUI.DB

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.3B

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  • FAMILY ROOM SUPERIORFAMILY ROOM • SUPERIORFAM.SU

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • SINGLE SUPERIORSINGLE • SUPERIORSGL.SU

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    SINGLE SUPERIOR

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    Room code: SGL.SU

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Royal Exeter Hotel

8.2
Excellent
1,000 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.6 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
7.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2026
Clare
Lovely hotel in a great location, room nice and great bed however DO NOT STAY HERE ON A FRIDAY OR SATURDAY NIGHT. Nightclub open until early hours with VERY LOUD music so you can't sleep.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Martin
First the car park. This WAS a real feature of the hotel. But the new owners have given it to an external company, and it costs £20 per day!!! I drove straight out to oark nearby at 1/3 the price.

The worst bit was the check-in. Thu 9 July at 4pm. A surly girl who gave no greeting, told me the price, reluctantly reduced the booked amount because they no longer do breakfast, with no comment other than just stating the new price. Then told to check in using a QR code, a very long winded process including having to send a photograph etc. Given the key, with no comment from her.

After that, great. The room was nice with a Seaview it had a fan, plenty of pillows, large bathroom, and very pleasant. A good atmosphere in the evening, with a large screen outside for the football and a good atmosphere inside. One overexcited guy was removed by Security which I’m sure pleased everybody.
Self
2/10
Poor
05 Jul 2026
Harinder
Absolutely disgraceful experience and nowhere near worth the £180 per night we paid. This was one of the worst hotel stays I have ever had.

The room had what appeared to be bed worms/bed bugs, which made the whole stay extremely uncomfortable and unhygienic. On top of that, there was no hot water in the shower, meaning we could not even properly wash after a long day. When we raised these serious issues with staff, they refused to move us to another room or provide any meaningful solution.

For the price charged, I expected a clean, safe and comfortable room with basic facilities working properly. Instead, we were left feeling frustrated, ignored and completely let down. The condition of the room and the lack of customer service were unacceptable.

I would strongly advise others to stay away and spend their money elsewhere. £180 per night for this level of cleanliness, service and comfort is an absolute joke.
Friends_and_family Friends
2/10
Poor
02 Jul 2026
David
We left the property 15 minutes after arriving and have requested a refund but haven’t had a response yet.

Smelt strongly of mould.
Plasterboard broken on the floor fallen from the ceiling.
Windows didn’t work properly and rotton wood broke off as it was opened.

Due to have an extra bed in the room but “due to house keeping not being in” that didn’t happen.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2026
Elizabeth
I’m going to be honest The decor… it is seaside town - old regal building style and not the most fragrant. But the location, the size of the rooms and its staff - takes the rating up. It was clean and tidy - exceptionally placed for the BIC and a very lively bar underneath, which is great to continue the night after a gig.
For the price. Exceptional. Staff - lovely. Friendly, patient when dealing with crowds and things that need some attention,
Would I stay again - yes I would.
Thank you.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2026
Lorraine
A
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2026
Margaret
One of the reasons for Booking was the free WiFi but there was no connectivity on the third floor. Very difficult to sleep as the hotel incorporated a bar/nightclub on the ground floor.
Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2026
Donna
I asked if we could have a late check booked, which is £10 an hour, so we paid £20 to check out at 1pm, but at 12.15, the housekeeper was knocking on the door, I said we weren't ready, but still came back and knocked again 10 minutes later, we booked a late checkout for a reason.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Trevor
check in was straight forward though you will need to pay £15.00 to park which is not the end of the world parking is secure bedroom was big only a short walk to the pier and beach also there is live entertainment friday and saturday currently which we enjoyed benefits of being a resident overall a great expereince would recommend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Katarin
AMAIZING EVERY THING IM TRAVELING VERY OFTEN AND DEFINITELY I WILL RECOMEMDAD CLEAN,FUALL ATENTION ,CLOSE TO THE BECH TO THE CENTER TOWN ALL WAS AMAIZING RECEPTION WAS VERY HELPFUL AND POLITE ALL GOOD DEFINITELY I WILL BACK AND RECOMMEND TO EVRY ONE.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Daryl
Very peacefully sleep all though there' was nightclub on site did not hear a thing
Family
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2026
Jonathan
A good quality hotel at a reasonable price. 1min walk to BIC and less than 5min to the Pavilion. I have stayed here twice and have no complaints. This is my hotel of choice when attending these venues. Just be warned that they have a nightclub which is open some nights and this can be heard on the top floor.
Self
4/10
Poor
13 May 2026
Lawrence
hotel is dated, windows, glass is literally falling outta rotting wooden frames, plumbing is noisy, full of air blocks, and all main staircases are outdated and creaky ! showers are hit and miss with no pressure in some whilst others are dangerously hot !
Business
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Martin
I stayed 1 night . It was directly opposite the Theatre which is what I came for and an easy walk into town. The Hotel was busy with live music for those who like a lively evening. I was on a higher floor so I slept ok. Pleasant and helpful staff.
Self
2/10
Poor
26 Apr 2026
Terence
We were placed in a room directly above the Disco. We arrived back from dinner quite late and did our best to put up with the noise. At one point the teaspoons were resonating on the saucers! It got to about 12:30 in the morning before we complained; in hindsight we should have done it much sooner. The chap on reception said there was nothing he could do so I asked to speak to the duty manager. I was told he was too busy to speak to me and we should’ve had some correspondence to explain that this particular room was noisy. I didn't recall seeing any correspondence but I checked nevertheless. Our booking was with Expedia/Hotels.com and no information from them. Also, no email correspondence directly from the Hotel either. I made my way down to the reception and demanded to speak to someone in person. Eventually, another manager arrived who was very helpful, and directed us to an alternative room on the third floor, which really was very nice. Such a shame, because the hotel is lovely and everyone we dealt with earlier in the day were very nice. The moral of this story; do you watch out for those handful of rooms that are either above or around the area of the Disco because they are extremely noisy. If you do get caught out, you must put your foot down politely with the Hotel management, because otherwise you may be left where you are.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2026
Greg
Be aware that there is a bar that stays open until 4am on the premises, and it can easily prevent sleep. The night I stayed it sounded like raccoons going at it in a trash can full of broken glass all night long.
6/10
Pleasant
21 Apr 2026
Joanne
The hotel is located opposite the Bournemouth International Centre which is handy if you are going to a concert like us. Our room (306) very dated but clean. The TV was very small and the remote (filthy) didn’t work even though reception replaced the batteries. The bar was not open for us to use on the first night so we went to The Sun pub only 30 seconds away which was great. The bath in the bathroom was raised and although both of us are tall we still had a struggle stepping up into it. We then found ourselves with the shower head at only chest height. The mirror in the bathroom was also a chest height. The hairdryer must have been 20 yrs old. Sockets were hidden so we had to moved furniture to plug in phone chargers. Just a little bit of thought would sort all these issues.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Mar 2026
Rita
good location
Self
6/10
Pleasant
21 Feb 2026
Andrew
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
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2026
Elena
Lovey stay as usual. We like it here! Friendly and pleasant
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
15 Feb 2026
hossam
Staff suport totally lacking as a matter of fact in all my travels i have never met a more unhelpful arrogant man at the reception very rude indeed
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
14 Feb 2026
Kerry
Very poor mattress and showeri
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
Sam
Hotel is in an excellent location, very central to everything from the beach, gardens, theatre's etc.
Partner
2/10
Poor
30 Jan 2026
Gintare
Hotel was a disaster; staff is unhelpful in all ways possible. Just a horrible experience
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2026
Paul
The rooms were very clean and lovely and warm food was excellent a lovely hotel
6/10
Pleasant
17 Dec 2025
Sharon
Location was fantastic, right opposite the BIC as we had booked a show. We were able to park before check-in so it was very convenient. Checked-in on time, Receptionist was friendly. Found our room at the very back of the hotel, i havevto say it was clean but dated. It was cold on arrival but we thought it would improve. We went to watch the show at the BIC and returned quite late to a hotel room that was freezing. We did think about ringing Reception but it was late and couldn't be bothered to go to the desk as we were far away through numerous fire doors and staircases. The radiators in our room were nearly always cold. We slept in our clothes as we were so cold and the hot water wasn't that hot. The tv in the room wouldn't work either and as the people in the room above moved around it sounded like the ceiling was going to cave in.
Im not sure if the rest of the hotel rooms were anymore modernised but it felt like we were out in the overflow building which certainly wasn't a comfortable experience. Sorry for the poor review but was not enjoyable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Suzanne
Very warm welcome, lovely atmosphere, great bar and breakfast and the best location for the BIC
6/10
Pleasant
11 Dec 2025
Damon
Clean room, staff were nice, I didn’t have breakfast there as was too expensive
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Rita
staff are good, 1812 bar entertainment is good
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Nov 2025
Matthew
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!
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Nov 2025
Ashley
Good size room, staff excellent and attentive. Great location very close to the beach and gardens.
4/10
Poor
22 Nov 2025
Geoff
I’ve stayed at the hotel many times over the year. It’s in need of a massive refurb. Weather was cold but old sash windows let too much cold in, shower was horrendous. It’s a great location but sadly needs a makeover, with that said, you get what you pay for.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2025
Edward
Very good service.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Nov 2025
James
Rooms were clean and the staff were pleasant.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2025
Tracey
Excellent breakfast, friendly staff and secure parking.

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
Jim
Nice clean rooms and friendly staff
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Jemma
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
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2025
Susan
Nothing
6/10
Pleasant
23 Oct 2025
Jamie
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Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Oct 2025
elizabeth
Lovely hotel in a period building, friendly staff, spacious room and comfortable bed.
My only criticism is the shower. The head was fixed so could not rinse out the bath and also whenever we took a shower the shower curtain wrapped round you as it was flimsy material, seemed unhygienic as it would have done it to everyone who stayed there and doubt it is cleaned/disinfected as the shower head is not removable to wash it down.
Partner
4/10
Poor
22 Oct 2025
Caroline
I didn't like the fact that I asked for a disabled room and I didn't get one and had to have help to get my scooter over a step to get down the corridor that my room was on. I even called the hotel before I stayed to request a disabled room which made it worse. Also they don't have a restaurant like the say on their website, it has closed down so you can't even get a hot meal. I certainly will not be staying at this hotel again
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Diogo
Decent
Business
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Nick
Upon arrival staff were smartly dressed and very polite. I arrived 15 min early whi h did not seem to be a problem. Room was spacious and very clean. Warm could have been a little warmer but thats my only complaint. 30 mins from train station ( walking) couple of mins walk to beach and shops. Will book again .
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2025
Rita
Stay the room on 1st Floor at the front . The night club 1812 on the ground floor . Heard the music and people chatting through the window under 3am Saturday.
Ready prepared the Earplugs.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
28 Sep 2025
Roxanne
Room was freezing and had no hot water. Took 2 hours to get a heater and still no hot water until the morning. Loud music vibrating through the room until 4am. Finally managed to get hot water at 7am and only got offered a complimentary breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Rita
have a drink in 1812 bar , nice place.
have a dinner in Oishii sushi bar, food is good.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2025
Alexandra
Came on a spontaneous trip and booked this very last minute, it was great location, great price and perfect for a short stay! We enjoyed the 1812 bar and the live music, staff were super lovely, room was clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable! We will definitely be returning next time we are in Bournemouth!! Thank you
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
Margaret
Staff very friendly and helpful . Lady on reception very polite happy helpful loverly lady a credit to the company .
Beautiful clean room . Bed very comfortable .
A very loverly stay and secure car park . X
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2025
Steve

Overnight concert stay.

2 night stay for a concert easy check in room was ok not the best I’ve stayed in room overlooked the front of the bar area quite noisy if you wanted an early night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2025
Angela
My rom was comfortable and it was a 5min walkbto beach.Awesome.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
29 Aug 2025
Colin
The noise levels have I creased massively since my last stay. My original room and major issues with the water and electricity.
The restaurant and 1812 bar staff were brilliant. The \"manager\" was not helpful and by the end of may stay; wouldn't even look me in the eye. My first room had drainage and electrical issues and my second room had problems too. WiFi works ok on floor two but not very well at the crack of dawn. Breakfast was good and came without any fuss
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Aug 2025
david

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel right close to the sea front. Fridays and Saturdays can be noisy due to the nightclub. We would go back but would avoid the weekend!.
Partner
2/10
Poor
25 Aug 2025
Jason

Perfect if you’re blind and deaf.

What a joke. Tired rooms. Lying management and staff. Thumping loud music that shakes the windows, doors and to until 4am.
When we complained, reception said that they send an email out to bookers saying about the loud music. We received no email. Reception lied when we checked in to say there was live music playing in the bar until 1.
It was a a nightclub playing distorted music until 4am.

Why would anyone pay to stay in a room where you can’t sleep because of incredibly loud music below shaking the room.

Bed and room was tired. Bath was discoloured. Tiles mouldy.

It was a complete joke compounded by some of the poorest customer service I’ve experienced.

Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2025
Jill
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.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
18 Aug 2025
Debra
Clean towels
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
18 Aug 2025
Julie

Dated

The rooms need quite a bit of tlc, very outdated. The main staircase is beautiful but, other than reception and the bar, the whole place needs decorating.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Aug 2025
Scott
It was nice to have secure parking and the cleanliness was very nice. It looks like it had nice bars but as I was working, I did not try them.
Business
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2025
Alan
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.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
09 Aug 2025
Andrew

Nice downstairs, upstairs not so…

Impressive when we turned up, but as we went upstairs and down the multiple corridors there was signs and odours of damp problems. The room was dated and also had damp issues, there was a dehumidifier in the corner which said it all. Luckily we were staying in the summer I couldn’t imagine this being very nice in the winter months
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Aug 2025
David

Good location

Nice staff but rooms a bit shabby
Business
8/10
Excellent
02 Aug 2025
Robert
Very comfortable and clean hotel. Staff very friendly. Would have given 5 stars but unfortunately the wi fi was unusable. I struggled to even access my emails.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2025
Michael

Michael Tyler

Bed not very comfortable, Wi-Fi slow
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Oliver

Tracey’s stay in Bournemouth

Nice little stay, hotel was lovely. Rooms were really
Good and spacious, breakfast was good. Only issue is the nightclub right on the side of the property. Which was very loud until late, otherwise a lovely Stay, can’t fault the place.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2025
Robert

Good

Hotel has def improved from my last stay several years ago.
Room was clean and well maintained, service friendly, and good breakfast.
Great central location also.
Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Jul 2025
Paul
Very convenient for beach, shops and gardens.
Gates on the car park, our room was fairly quiet and nice, although a bit dated, shower wasn’t very good.
Breakfast was cooked as required and it was lovely 😊
Staff were very helpful.
We would stay there again 😁
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jul 2025
Natalie
The property is very conveniently located. It is in a historic building – built in 1812 – but I don’t think of the property has been maintained since then! Damp patches all over the ceilings, electrical sockets hanging out of the wall, the bathroom door had a hole completely through it. There are very lively clubs beneath it, which are quite noisy, but we knew this and were okay with it. It is really the condition of the bedrooms that let the place down.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2025
Neil
Great hotel. Have been coming for years for an annual birthday night out with a group of friends. Guy at reception was very friendly, especially as we were concerned we may not be able to park there as no space, but did manage to in the end. Hotel is great...not the most modern, no, but homely and rooms have always been spacious, clean and welcoming. The bar/club is great for a night out. Would definitely recommend. Very close to town centre and beach too. Well done Royal Exeter!
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Dani
great location, spacious room and nice cocktail bar
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jul 2025
Martin

Dated hotel

Very dated hotel. Rooms were ok but dated and the bathroom had a strange smell, reminded me of a hospital. The bar is weird, again very dated but feels more like a strip club than a hotel bar. The staff were fine but the night receptionist was a bit clueless.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Robert
Excellent
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2025
Gillian
Convenient location by sea front, gardens and restaurants. Friendly staff
Noisy Sat nights , parking
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
05 Jul 2025
Robert

HOTEL IN A NIGHTCLUB

Arrived, parked in their secure car park checked in room reasonable everything going well until the ground floor nightclub opened loud music blaring out all evening so we asked for another room but were told us there were none available but they did offer us some ear plugs! We were informed the nightclub would be open until the early hours. We checked out at 00.30 and left. Avoid if won't a good night's sleep
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Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2025
Jon
Great hotel in a great location. The staff were friendly and very helpful. Our room was very spacious as we upgraded to a four poster bedroom (room 120), but what we gained with having a great room we lost out on the view out of the bedroom window (limited to just a view of a flat roof). Would definitely go back to this hotel 👍
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jul 2025
Unoma
It was clean and big
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2025
Katie
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
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2025
Fiona
This was perfect for our needs, a Thursday night in Cardiff. Would definitely stay here again. Fantastic rooms, comfortable beds. Only after booking was I made aware that this hotel can be very noisy at the weekends - worth consider considering if you will be there on a Friday or Saturday night. It was wonderfully quiet on a Thursday night!
Business_and_leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
28 Jun 2025
Alan

Not again

Was informed that there would be music till 1am which was ok with but it lasted till 4.25AM…did not sleep very well and neither did the wife. Had water dripping through the ceiling at one point in the early evening and was told that someone would come and check and change the room but nothing happened!! Would not stay here again. Room very old and worn…hotel needs a lot of money spent to bring it up to a better standard.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Ollylisa
Well presented
6/10
Pleasant
16 Jun 2025
Verified traveler

perfect location

friendly check in. large room. dated and shabby in places but comfy bed and clean. perfect location for the bic
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Jun 2025
Lukas
Great hotel. Really pretty as you walk in. Room was a good size and had everything I needed. The soaps were a nice addition. Staff were friendly and smily. Always happy to help. Nice and quiet. Would recommend and stay again if in the area
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Jun 2025
Karen

Excellent for a beach holiday

Comfortable relaxing stay, idea situation a few minutes walk from the beach and pier. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Antonio
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 :)
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Ian
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!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Helen
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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Tracey
Fantastic hotel friendly polite staff comfortable room some areas need to be cleaned around window. Excellent breakfast and the Asian restaurant was amazing.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2025
David
Excellent stay look all of it Thank you
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 May 2025
Mathew
Had character
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2025
Michael
Would highly recommend. The room is excellent and the ensuite is the size of our entire room in London. Has great old world charm and the food at the restaurant was exceptional with a very welcoming host.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
19 May 2025
Bradley T
The staff was extremely helpful and professional!

The hotel is over 100 years old, and sadly, it needs updating! If you book understand the age, and your room will need updates.

Also, there is a nightclubs on site at hotel, which is loud and very active on Friday and Saturday nights. It can interfere with sleeping.

Due to the need of updating and nightclub, I am rating as a 3. But, again, the staff is fantstic!

Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
18 May 2025
Mary

Music until 5am!

Arrived to find the car park was full. Completely disinterested reception staff advised me it’s ’first come, first served’ just what I wanted to hear after a 5 hour drive. No sympathy, just ‘you can park next door, they are cheaper’ next door was a car park on a rocky bit of land with a steep uphill climb. If you have mobility issues, this is not the place for you.

Room was fine, shower pressure was not, at least the water was warm.

Fun fact, my room was 54 yards from the nearest nightclub (according to Google) which played music until 5 am Saturday morning and 4am Sunday morning.

Breakfast was fine, overall experience was fine, apart from the car park and loud music. Would not recommend if you’re looking for a good nights sleep
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
maureen

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.
Self
8/10
Excellent
17 May 2025
Marian

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!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2025
Pauline

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!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2025
David

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.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
jan
Great place liked everything
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
Adrian

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.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 May 2025
David

Good location

Good location but rooms bit tired needs a refresh
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
03 May 2025
Lynn
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good it was ideal for our one night stay.
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2025
Mark
Clean, convenient
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
22 Apr 2025
Lorraine
Negatives …..Our room had a large crack in the ceiling above the bed, where they have had a massive leak, it looked like it was going to fall in on us at any moment !! Bath had a chip in it, bathroom lights only 1 working out of 4 and shower was just lukewarm even on hottest setting .
Positives …. Lovely breakfast and staff, great location.
Leisure Partner

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Royal Exeter Hotel
Exeter Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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