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Royal Beacon Hotel

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

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Bar (on property)
Lounge
Lobby
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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The Beacon, Exmouth, England, EX8 2AF
  • Place, Exmouth Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Devon Cliffs Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Powderham Castle
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Courtyard Area

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

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Double Room, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Courtyard Area

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

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Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Sea View

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

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Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Sea View

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

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Economy Double Room (Budget) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
  • Devon Cliffs Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Crealy Great Adventure Park - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Powderham Castle - 24 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Dawlish Warren Beach - 38 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bicton Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bath House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Grapevine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Channel View Cafe - ‬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 tours/tickets and dry cleaning/laundry. 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 banquet hall.
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 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

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 in Exmouth is within a 10-minute walk of Exmouth Beach and Exmouth Museum. 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, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Reviews

Royal Beacon Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 886 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 886 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 886 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 886 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 886 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mark

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking can be a problem as has limited spaces at Hotel, how ever side street parking wasn’t a problem… All in all a very pleasant stay , would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

most pleasant. staff very helpful and kind

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lizzy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Comfortable bed. Good location, internet access
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cantwell

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Stayed with a friend via work. We had room 211. A twin. Arrived pretty much on 1500 at check in time. Staff were flat out and we were asked to wait 15 mins for our room to be ready. Not a problem. Wed have waited. But what was amazing was the offer of a drink whilst we waited. After travelling 4 hours, this was gratefully received. All staff we came across were superb, humorous and very friendly. The room Was spacious, clean and tidy. Tv a little small if you’re going to be in the room but we weren’t fussed by this as we were heading out for work drinks and food. Shower was amazing powerful and hot. Nice view from the Maggie bay window too. Bar was a good area with TVs if you wanted them. Good selection of drinks. Hotel very convenient for town and the sea front. We’ll be returning for sure. Thank you . Mr cantwell
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was good for my mobility scooter, helpful / friendly staff & we had a courtyard groundfloor room. Twin room was rather small, but adequate. Full English Breakfast was excellent value & not greasy- waitng staff were good. Many thanks for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff at the hotel were a joy, nothing was too much trouble and always professional with a smile. I only had breakfast 1 morning but there was a good choice and service with a smile. The beds at the hotel were comfortable and towels plentiful and thick.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were wonderful - they were so friendly and helpful whenever we needed them (even after we'd checked out!) - they're a real asset to the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice litte break

Nice hotel ... needs a bit updating... staff amazing nothing too much trouble... car parking for no more than a few cars ... park on round for free ... 10 pound a night other than that with the hotel.. breakfast at a cost ... pre book with booking .. gets full quick .... nice town centre ... lovely beech in walking distance 10 mins tops .overall a quite place ...would return. Staff work hard ...
Front of hotel
Post box at hotel
At the end of road near hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay but tired hotel

The staff here were fab and so friendly and helpful. The bed was really comfy but the hotel is tired. I imagine being an old building the upkeep must be huge! The bathroom definitely needed an upgrade and the windows need refurb/ replacement. We didn't eat here so I can't comment on the food. Having said this it wouldn't stop me staying here again. The hotel is in a good central location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointed

Unwelcomed upgrade that was never wanted or asked for. Rooms are very tired. Terribly noisy family upstairs from 0500 toddler literally tap dancing on paper thin ceiling Requested courtyard room for quietness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruthless

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
When we first arrived, we were not even greeted by the two women at reception. Finally, a nice man who appeared to be the caretaker, greeted us and helped us check in, despite one of the two women disagreeing with him whether the room was ready or not. He walked us through the main building, which was old, dirty and very musty, to the second building that you get to through an alley of sorts. The room was a decent size and cleanish and did not smell musty, though there was mold in the window. There clearly had not been a deep clean in years. They provided lots if towels and pillows, but the pillows were awful, flat and no support. It was a quick walk to town and the beach. A safety concern: Access to the second building was from a main level door that was left open and unlocked, even at night, so anyone walking down the adjoining alley could gain access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not an hotel. Restaurant has been closed for over three years, therefore it is a large b&b. Only offers breakfast No other food available. Not suitable for anyone with any disability. An open staircase at floor level on ground floor is very dangerous to children or elderly. Only has 7 parking spaces, which must be booked and 'free' parking on road is rarely available. Bar facilities are very limited. Awful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

ange

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

A bit tatty but staff made up for it

Staff lovely and nice breakfast, although carpets were a bit tatty in places and a clump of hair in shower on arrival and toilet tissue behind toilet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tim

Traveled with partner
Bathroom unclean and shower head moved all over the place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULINE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and ready early for check in. The breakfast was good with varied choice. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The position of the hotel was ideal for being central in Exmouth for all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

KENNETH

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

Additional charged on breakfast

Couldn’t get a parking spot had to park on the street as there is only 6 spaces and the room which was up the lift down the stairs and turn left which was hard carrying heavy bags and when in the room couldn’t open the window as it was secured tightly was told if I wanted breakfast I had to tell them the night before and if I decided to ask the next morning there is a additional charge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Henry

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Okay in dire circumstances

We got a room that you would be okay with if you stayed at a relative's spare bedroom, but as something this costly - the quality does not match the price. The carpet had some weird stains on it and the windows looked like they had mould on them or just like they haven't been cleaned in a while. There was some hair in the bathtub, the toiletries provided seemed to have been used (from the previous visitor I assume), there was a sign for directions of use for a shower curtain and a bath mat - none of which were provided, and to top it off, there was a peephole in the wall next to the shower controls. Although dog friendly, they do charge a hefty fee. And while other places that charge such fees at least offer bedding, food/water bowls, snacks etc. for the pet, here you get nothing. Just paying for the luxury of having your pet in the room. On a more positive note, the bedding was clean, and you did have a variety of tea+coffee options. It's a shame that the only positive points are something that should be taken for granted. Based on the room we also decided not to go for the breakfast. tl;dr Below average room, not well cleaned. If you have a dog with you, there are probably better options around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Looking a little tired in places, but still a good hotel, reasonable in price, and with glorious views out to sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Hartlepool

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had stayed here before and were disappointed earlier this year, when we were informed that the hotel was permanently closed. We were therefore delighted when we received an email from Richardson Hotels, offering accommodation there again. We booked a week in early July and weren't disappointed. Yes, the fabric of the hotel needs some attention but our room was clean and comfortable and benefitted from a bay window with a sea view. The staff were friendly, accommodating and very hard-working always with a smile on their faces. We would certainly stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Made to feel I was a burden

My 3 stay here (10th - 13th July 2025) was during a heatwave. My sea view bedroom got extremely warm and there was no air conditioning or fan to make the stay more comfortable. The bathroom floor was squeaky and I could also hear the squeaky floor from the next room. The TV was very basic. This hotel has a strange policy of having to book in for breakfast by the previous evening - I have NEVER encountered such a policy at other hotels I stayed at. If you forget to book breakfast in advance the hotel management aren’t very forgiving - they charge you an extra £2 so even though I was a paying guest I was made to feel a burden to them and unwelcome by the manager. On principle I decided not to pay the additional £2 and instead walked a short distance along the same road to The Manor Hotel where I WAS welcomed and had a lovely full breakfast for £13 The Royal Beacon Hotel has lost all credibility for that appalling policy and I would no longer recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised how nice it was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

kev

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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