
About
The Royal Hotel dates back to the 1830s and its grand imposing architecture, including The Royal's famous staircase and atrium, still bear all the hallmarks of the Regency Period. The hotel has attracted many famous guests over the years including Winston Churchill who remarked "the Royal is my favourite hotel", as well as Edith Sitwell and Robert Luff. The hotel offers 145 comfortably furnished en-suite rooms all with their own individual styles with modern facilities including TV, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. Why not upgrade to one of our suites and experience absolutely stunning views of the sea whilst in the comfort of your room?
Residents are welcome to enjoy the hotel's Sea View Restaurant with its stunning views over South Bay and St. Nicholas Cliff Gardens offering a delicious A la Carte Menu with an excellent local reputation for fine food. The stylish Café Java offers a continental al fresco experience, perfect for a warm summers day. Light refreshments and beverages are also available in the hotel's lounge and the popular resident Theatre Bar throughout the day. Visit the hotels Spindles Health and Leisure Club with an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room for a relaxing and pleasurable experience. We also offer a fully equipped gymnasium offering a wide range of equipment.
Availability Search
Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 147
Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
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Room | On Request |
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- American Express accepted
- Christmas special programme
- Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted
Catering
- Evening meals
- Licenced (table or bar)
- Packed lunches provided
- Restaurant open to non-residents
- Snacks/afternoon tea
- Special diets available
- Vegetarian diet available
Children
- Children welcome - Children welcome from any age
- Cots available
- High chairs available
Heating Facilities
- Central heating
Laundry Facilities
- Ironing facilities
Leisure Facilities
- Golf available (onsite or nearby)
- Gym on site
- Leisure club (onsite or nearby)
- Regular entertainment
- Sauna onsite
- Swimming pool - indoor onsite
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Conference facilities
Parking
- On street/public parking
Property Facilities
- Designated smoking area
- Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement
- Lounge for residents' use
- Night porter
- Passenger lift
- Television available
- Totally non-smoking
- WiFi or internet access
Room/Unit Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
- Television
Site Features
- Building of historical interest
Target Markets
- Coach parties welcomed
Tripadvisor

- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent362
- Very Good801
- Average672
- Poor542
- Terrible955
Map & Directions
Road Directions
By Road:Coming from the A64/A171/A170/A165 follow signs for town centre/station. From the station (on your right), turn right at the lights and follow the road, staying to the left. At the next junction, turn left onto Sommerset Terrace and follow through the lights and over the mini roundabout onto St. Nicholas Street. The Royal in on the corner on your left.