Royal Exeter Hotel's vibrant atmosphere is just steps from Bournemouth Lower Gardens. Unwind at one of the 2 bars, enjoy lunch or dinner at Oishii sushi bar, and take in the live shows. The hotel's convenient location near Oceanarium also offers stunning views.
Bournemouth International Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Oceanarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bournemouth Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bournemouth Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 42 min drive
Branksome Station - 9 min drive
Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 12 min drive
Bournemouth Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
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
Royal Exeter Hotel features a nightclub and puts you just steps from Bournemouth International Centre and Oceanarium. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
47 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 15 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Beach access
Golfing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1812
Terrace
Nightclub
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Low-height counter/sink
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
1812 - Onsite cocktail bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
BarSo - Bar & Nightclub - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 15 per day
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Royal Exeter
Royal Exeter Bournemouth
Royal Exeter Hotel
Royal Exeter Hotel Bournemouth
Royal Exeter Hotel Hotel
Royal Exeter Hotel Bournemouth
Royal Exeter Hotel Hotel Bournemouth
Frequently asked questions
Does Royal Exeter Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Royal Exeter Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Royal Exeter Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Royal Exeter Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 15 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Exeter Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Royal Exeter Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (8-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Royal Exeter Hotel and nearby?
Royal Exeter Hotel has 2 bars and a nightclub.
Are there restaurants at or near Royal Exeter Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Royal Exeter Hotel like?
Royal Exeter Hotel is located near Bournemouth Beach in Bournemouth City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 3 minutes' walk from Oceanarium. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.0
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, freshly cooked, and of good quality. (45 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Beach
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Hotel is in an excellent location, very central to everything from the beach, gardens, theatre's etc.
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2025
Very warm welcome, lovely atmosphere, great bar and breakfast and the best location for the BIC
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 30, 2025
Excellent breakfast, friendly staff and secure parking.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 25, 2025
Good size room, staff excellent and attentive. Great location very close to the beach and gardens.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2025
Rooms were clean and the staff were pleasant.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Nice clean rooms and friendly staff
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
staff are good, 1812 bar entertainment is good
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 11, 2025
Clean room, staff were nice, I didn’t have breakfast there as was too expensive
Damon
Damon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2025
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!
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 7, 2025
Very good service.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
have a drink in 1812 bar , nice place.
have a dinner in Oishii sushi bar, food is good.
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
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
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Convenient location by sea front, gardens and restaurants. Friendly staff
Noisy Sat nights , parking
Gillian
Gillian, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 3, 2025
Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good it was ideal for our one night stay.
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Fantastic hotel friendly polite staff comfortable room some areas need to be cleaned around window. Excellent breakfast and the Asian restaurant was amazing.
Tracey
Tracey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
This is about the 4th/5th time we have stayed here and it is our absolute fave! Its perfectly located and the staff are always so happy and welcoming!
hayley
hayley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
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.
Oliver
Oliver, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
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
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2025
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.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2023
Very friendly staff
Rooms comfortable
Perfect location.
Ruth
Ruth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
I was on a solo trip and this hotel was perfect for my needs. Location was brilliant turn left for the beach, turn right for the town and restaurants.
The breakfast was freshly cooked in the beautiful bar area.
Reception staff were very helpful and made my stay so good.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
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 😁
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
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.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Had a great stay, all staff were so friendly.
Weather was a amazing, we done plenty of walking, hotel was fantastic, only one problem was, hotel bed was like a trampoline, but mentioned it to reception and there were on it straight away ,staff were fantastic.
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
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