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Royal Castle Hotel

11 The Quay, Dartmouth TQ6 9PS, England
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We first had lunch one day in the restaurant. One can eat in either of two bars downstairs but we opted for the upstairs restaurant. The food, service & quality of surroundings were very goog so we booked for dinner on our last evening in Dartmouth. Again we enjoyed an excellent meal. We will visit Dartmouth again next year and... More

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Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Stayed three nights and got married there as well.....what more does one want from such a romantic hotel in a perfect setting, and the weather was fab too. I don't think there is anywhere else one could stay if you visit Dartmouth. Hotel is full of history and charm. We had a beautiful room overlooking the river. The staff were... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
18 June 2013

Dear Anonymous - thank you so much for the super review. It was a pleasure, as always, to look after you, and on such a special day. Here's wishing you both many happy years together, and don't forget to come and see us for your anniversaries! Hope to catch up another day, time! With very best wishes from all of... More

Brighton, England, United Kingdom
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14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

A beautiful hotel in the best location in Dartmouth. Excellent service with old fashioned elegance in all of the public areas, it has a very interesting history. The dining room overlooks the harbour and the breakfast is superb with a great choice. We took dinner at the hotel which was very good and well worth the money. The rooms are... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
10 June 2013

Thank you for such a lovely review, we do hope you (and your dog!) will come and enjoy our bedrooms, bars, restaurant and service again very soon! Best wishes from all of us. More

Yorkshire
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

Stayed for one night, single traveller, first time in the RC but have stayed many many times in Dartmouth, I am really glad I stayed here as this is an excellent hotel, a warm welcome from reception, valet parking and escort up to the room really is a first class service, room was a double, large enough and furnished in... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Wow, many thanks for giving us such praise - better than The Ritz, we love it! We shall look forward to welcoming the rest of the family in July. Regards from the team. More

UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

We have stayed here for romantic breaks, anniversaries and just because it is the first place we think of when we want to spoil ourselves! Perfect for couples (although I dare say our children would love it if we ever gave them the chance to come with us......) Food in the bar is just as lovely as eating in the... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Many thanks for the super review, delighted to hear you have clearly enjoyed all your stays here in the past, and hopefully will continue to do so in the future! More

Oxford, England, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013

We always stay at this hotel on our way South and still absolutely love it! It is still privately owned, and it shows - the attention to detail is excellent, as are the service and general ambience. Lovely rooms in a wonderful hotel in a great location - not for disabled though and a bit of a struggle for my... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

So pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Please do always ask for a 2nd floor room if arthritic knees, or indeed for any other mobility issue, is a problem accessing rooms. We will always be happy to oblige where possible. Thankfully, our stairs are wide and shallow, and help is always at hand! More

Penzance, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Always reliable and super food. Daily specials are tempting and delicious as is their standard menu. We eat in the Galleon Bar because we have a dog, so have not tried the restaurant food. We stayed 2 nights in November 2011 which was lovely, but we find our budget doesn't stretch to staying here at present although we would if... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Special accommodation offers are always posted on our website, so do keep a lookout - it can be anything up to 50% off out of season, so well worth checking up on! We'll look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes. More

Gloucester
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 via mobile

Visited for a weekend break, all staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Room comfortable although a little on the warm side but air conditioning available to cool down. An extensive breakfast menu available of the highest quality. Ate in the Harbour Bar on the Saturday night which was very busy with an extensive menu and yet again very good quality... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

So glad you found us - please do come again! More

Stourbridge
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Spent the week in Dartmouth and ended up eating at the Galleon Bar most days because the food is very good and excellent value for money. We visit Dartmouth twice a year and normally have two or three meals in the bar but this year the quality certainly seems to have got even better-not that we have ever had reason... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

You Galleon Bar feedback was very welcome. Delighted you were pleased with the quality of the food and value for money. Staff are very much aware of the need for cleanliness - sorry they clearly cannot resist patting a dog on the way past! More

Dartmouth, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

To me, the Galleon Bar is just my idea of what a great pub should feel like. The Hotel has a comprehensive and very reasonable bar menu which features staples, and daily specials (including a new concept, Sandwich of the week). Service is generally friendly and efficient, I've never had a dud meal at the RCH. Although not quite what... More

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Ann I, Front Office Manager at Royal Castle Hotel, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Many thanks for your lovely comments on the Galleon Bar. The staff love to keep up-to-date with new beers, and we're always keen to offer customers something new as well as the popular brands! We'll hopefully see you again in the future. Regards from all of us. More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Royal Castle Dartmouth
Hotel Royal Castle
Address: 11 The Quay, Dartmouth TQ6 9PS, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Devon > Dartmouth
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
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Ranked #1 of 6 hotels in Dartmouth
Price Range: $$$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The award-winning Royal Castle Hotel is in the centre of Dartmouth with its cobbled streets, intriguing shops and famous restaurants and bars. Looking out over the River Dart, this 17th-century building offers bright, airy rooms, free Wi-Fi and a stylish restaurant. There are 25 en suite rooms, all of which are individually decorated. Many of the rooms have river views, four-poster beds and spa baths. Every room has a TV, radio and tea/coffee making facilities. ... more   less 
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