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Royal Exeter Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Bournemouth International Centre

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Beach nearby
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Family Quadruple Room
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Exeter Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5AG
  • Place, Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Double Room

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

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Superior Family Triple Room

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Single Room

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

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Four Poster Suite

Four Poster Suite

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

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

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

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

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

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Single Room

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

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

About the area

Bournemouth

Walk to the beach.With a stay at this Bournemouth City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Bournemouth International Centre and Oceanarium. Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre and Bournemouth Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

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 Station - 7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

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

3-star hotel near Bournemouth International Centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A nightclub, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at Royal Exeter Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bournemouth hotel.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1812
  • Nightclub
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Royal Exeter Hotel offers 47 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Bournemouth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 10

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 15 per day
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Royal Exeter Bournemouth

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Exeter Hotel to the airport?

Royal Exeter Hotel is 6.4 mi (14-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Exeter Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Exeter Hotel on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $119, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Royal Exeter Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Exeter Hotel.

How close is Royal Exeter Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach and 14-minute walk from Durley Chine Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Exeter Hotel offer free breakfast?

Royal Exeter Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Royal Exeter Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (8-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Royal Exeter Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Royal Exeter Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 15 per day.

Does Royal Exeter Hotel have a pool?

Royal Exeter Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Royal Exeter Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Exeter Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Exeter Hotel to downtown Bournemouth?

Royal Exeter Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Bournemouth.

Royal Exeter Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is in an excellent location, very central to everything from the beach, gardens, theatre's etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were very clean and lovely and warm food was excellent a lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm welcome, lovely atmosphere, great bar and breakfast and the best location for the BIC
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent breakfast, friendly staff and secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovey stay as usual. We like it here! Friendly and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the staff were pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good size room, staff excellent and attentive. Great location very close to the beach and gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness
staff are good, 1812 bar entertainment is good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Damon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff were nice, I didn’t have breakfast there as was too expensive
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, spacious room and nice cocktail bar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent for a beach holiday

Comfortable relaxing stay, idea situation a few minutes walk from the beach and pier. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
have a drink in 1812 bar , nice place. have a dinner in Oishii sushi bar, food is good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kerry

Very poor mattress and showeri
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place liked everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

Nice staff but rooms a bit shabby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff Rooms comfortable Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025