Royal Beacon Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, 5-minute walk to Exmouth Beach

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Bar (on property)
Beach nearby
Lobby
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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The Beacon, Exmouth, England, EX8 2AF
  • Place, Exmouth Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Exmouth Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South West Coast Path Section 44 Trailhead
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room, Courtyard Area

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Courtyard Area

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room (Budget)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Exmouth

Exmouth Beach is within a 5-minute walk of Royal Beacon Hotel while other popular sites like Devon Cliffs Beach are within a few miles (5 km). This 52-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Exmouth Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Exmouth Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South West Coast Path Section 44 Trailhead - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Phear Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Exe Trail - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Exmouth Station - 7 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bath House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bicton Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Grapevine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Franklins - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Royal Beacon Hotel

Hotel with a bar, 5-minute walk to Exmouth Beach
Royal Beacon Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, desks, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 3 2025 to March 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Royal Beacon
Royal Beacon Exmouth
Royal Beacon Hotel
Royal Beacon Hotel Exmouth
Royal Beacon Hotel Exmouth, Devon
Royal Beacon Hotel Hotel
Royal Beacon Hotel Exmouth
Royal Beacon Hotel Hotel Exmouth

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Royal Beacon Hotel?

Royal Beacon Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Royal Beacon Hotel?

This hotel is located in Exmouth, just steps from Exmouth Beach. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Devon Cliffs Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Royal Beacon Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 10 per night.

Does Royal Beacon Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Royal Beacon Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Beacon Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Royal Beacon Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and concierge services plus some guestrooms include sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Royal Beacon Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Royal Beacon Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Royal Beacon Hotel offers an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Royal Beacon Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Royal Beacon Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Royal Beacon Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Royal Beacon Hotel?

The closest major airport to Royal Beacon Hotel is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 11.7 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Royal Beacon Hotel?

No, at Royal Beacon Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Royal Beacon Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 888 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 888 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 888 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 888 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 888 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room - 205 - was very good. I had given up thinking that such places were available in the UK. A great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with views of the estuary. Fairly quiet given its central location. With-in walking distance of the train station. I had a comfortable and clean room. Pleasant and helpful staff. Wifi was available in the lounge but not my room. There's a decent breakfast for those who want it. Happy to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A pleasant stay.

Beach View, friendly, helpful staff. Traditional charm
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The bedroom and how tidy it was and the cooked breakfast and the most of all the staff there that work they were kind and considerate and went beyond there means to support me when staying will definitely would come back again to stay there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a good size, clean and presentable albiet furniture a little dated. Bathroom was very clean, goid size and good lighting. Interaction with staff was easy and very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed here for a night on a room only basis. Check in was simple, parking wasn’t an issue but I did have to park in the long stay down near the sea front. Our room was a basic double on the 3rd floor. Turns out we had a sea view which was nice. The room was ok, bathroom very dated but functional. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly stay with s sea view

Our stay started off with a bit of a hiccup, with our room not being ready but the staff were very accommodating and we ended up getting an upgrade with a sea view, this made our stay even better. Everyone was friendly and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Breakfast was good. Room a bit tired, no plug in bath, stain on chair and carpet. Staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Value for money - try and book parking in advance!

Staff very friendly and helpful. One member of staff working when I arrived, working reception and the bar! Bar not overly well stocked. Unable to park anywhere near the hotel had a ten min walk from where I parked. Room on the nicer end of basic, but good value for the price. Hotel in general is nice , great location, needs a lick of paint and some new carpets in places. I would stay again 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have a lift, disliked the shower set up,not enough grab handles and a bath slip mat would have made elderly people feel safer,the shower itself was a good high pressure .that was my main criticism
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Adequate breakfast. Comfortable bed. Good view of the coastline. Staff very over worked, some working 16 hour days, others had not taken their days off for 3 weeks. Some improvement seems to have been made cosmetically, but needs much more. Unlikely to happen as the hotel appears to be for sale.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay with the Royal Beacon Exmouth. We are already planning our next stay. The staff are all so lovely passionate and hardworking, you can feel the effort they put into the hotel to make your stay comfortable and welcoming. We made special requests and the hotel was more than accommodating. A special shout out to Emily and Liam we love you guys and hope to see you again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

peter

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel only has a small amount of spaces which have to be reserved in advance. The parking in the street is very difficult
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with partner
It was a one night stay. Only used the room and had one drink in the bar. Very warm weather at the time so we found the room very warm and with no air con, had to have the fan running all night. But yeah, it was an ok stay and great for taking our dogs as there is a small grassed are right outside. Great local for beach etc
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

P

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property needs a make over very rundown breakfast and service excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very tired property and the room was unbearably hot even with the tiny fan going the whole time. The shower is scalding hot or cool - no in between. Apparently our carpet had been replaced only two weeks ago but the room smelt of dog wee/stale odours. The bathroom needs regrouting. The first impression isn’t great as you enter - a big hole in the wall where someone has maybe kicked it or punched it or something. Very odd that it hasn’t been fixed. Staff are lovely though. That’s one positive. But definitely won’t be back purely based on the tiny room and the need for a refurbishment and relatively expensive for what you get. Sorry.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disgusting bathroom

I just wish there was a bit more pride taken in hygiene standards. Ultimately, this comes down to management — if the managers don’t set even the most basic levels, the cleaners will naturally cut corners. The room itself was not clean. The walls had random dents and visible damage, while the shower area was covered in mould and dust had gathered everywhere. A basic bottle of bleach costs less than £1, so there’s really no excuse not to maintain the bathroom properly. On a positive note, the reception staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ok except for parking and evening restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

todd a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sea side view is a must
Exmouth sea side view
Powderham Castle
Tor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nick

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Used to have a great restaurant, now nothing! Upkeep poor, not enough staff, cleaning very poor, used to be great place to stay, but off our list now🙁
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

T J

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025