The Imperial Hotel

Overlooking the River Taw and close to Rock Park, this traditional Edwardian style Barnstaple hotel is superbly located for visiting the North Coast of Devon or the historic market town of Barnstaple on leisure or business. Barnstaple is famous for its floral displays and has done very well in the Britain in Bloom competition, making it a great start point for a garden holiday.

This 4 star luxury Devon Hotel has 63 comfortably furnished bedrooms including a number of feature rooms - all with their own private bathroom, telephone and TV. When you return from a busy day sightseeing in England's oldest borough, or a hectic business meeting, your room has tea and coffee making facilities and fine cuisine is always available. Baby-listening and babysitting services are available on request.

Today, as in the Edwardian era, guest comfort at The Imperial is paramount. You can enjoy morning coffee or afternoon tea in the friendly atmosphere of the Hotel. The Arlington Restaurant offers the perfect blend of good food and wine plus attentive service.

The Imperial provides a good base for exploring the area and nearby attractions that include the Dartington Glass Factory, Clovelly coastal village with its 14th Century harbour and the beautiful Lynton and Lynmouth on Exmoor's north coast.

Attractions in the area include Clovelly, RHS Rosemoor, Watermouth Castle, the Milky Way, Ewetopia at the Big Sheep, whilst Crealy Adventure Park and The Eden Project are an easy day out. Among the fine beaches just a short hop away are Woolacombe and Saunton Sands beach as well as the picturesque Croyde Village and beach.