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Royal York & Faulkner Hotel

Sidmouth , Royal York & Faulkner Hotel, Esplanade (Show on Map)

8.3

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Royal York & Faulkner Hotel is a great choice for those looking for a beautiful location in Sidmouth. The hotel's main selling point is its fantastic seafront location, which guests constantly praise. The staff and service are also commended and guests rave about the excellent breakfast. The rooms are basic but spotlessly clean and comfortable, although the hotel's decor looks tired and needs updating. The hotel is generally praised for its cleanliness, although there are a few negative comments regarding specific areas that weren't very clean. Guests greatly enjoy the exceptional service provided by the staff. The spa is amazing, but availability is limited, so it's important to book in advance. The hotel provides on-site parking, but it can be chaotic to navigate and some guests found parking to be a nightmare. Overall, the Royal York & Faulkner Hotel is an excellent choice for those looking for a lovely hotel in a beautiful location with exceptional service.
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The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel spa, Aspara, offers guests a relaxing and pampering experience. The spa is designed with a contemporary style and features Italian natural stone, glass and steel. The highlight of the spa is the hydrotherapy pool, with a mosaic tiled surface and a variety of jets for massages. The spa also has a steam cabin, a traditional sauna and loungers for guests to relax in. The Beauty Room offers a wide range of treatments, including facials, manicures & pedicures, massage, body treatments and packages, all designed to promote health and well-being. The spa is open Tuesdays to Saturdays. A range of manual and machine-based facials, massages and body treatments are available, including the Age Summum anti-aging treatment, the Hydra Peeling renewal treatment and the Detoxygene anti-pollution treatment, among others.

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Room Types

Double Room This double room features a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and bathtub or shower.

Twin Room This twin room features a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and bathtub or shower.

Single Room This single room features a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer and bathtub or shower.

Family Room Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The family room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as heating. The unit has 2 beds.

Twin Room with Sea View Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room features a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 2 beds.

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8.3

Very Good

Location

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel boasts a fantastic location right on the seafront in the beautiful town of Sidmouth. This beachfront hotel offers stunning sea views and is ideally situated for those looking to explore the shops and eateries of this charming town. Guests rave about the hotel's central location with many noting that there are plenty of places to eat out nearby. The hotel's main selling point is unquestionably its fabulous location, which reviewers constantly praise. The staff and service are also commended and guests rave about the excellent breakfast. Plus, parking at the hotel is free, which is a huge plus for those arriving by car. Overall, the Royal York & Faulkner Hotel is an excellent choice for those looking for a beautiful location in Sidmouth.

Breakfast

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel serves a great breakfast with delicious options, including a good cooked breakfast that is sufficient and of good quality. The upgrade to half board is worth it for the very fast and efficient service at breakfast. The breakfast selection includes plenty of options and is very good with a lovely hot and well-cooked meal. The Restaurant staff are friendly and helpful, creating a lovely atmosphere while the breakfast is served at the table. There are good choices for breakfast and dinner is also excellent and good value. The hotel is lovely with a great all-around food experience. However, some guests found the breakfast to be a bit poor or even terrible, but the service was always good. Overall, a very nice breakfast experience in lovely location with exceptional service.

Rooms

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel offers a mixed experience when it comes to their rooms. Some guests found them quaintly dated, especially the decor, while others experienced poorly maintained rooms with dirty surfaces, blocked drains and unpleasant smells. However, many guests enjoyed clean, comfortable rooms with lovely sea views, comfortable beds and great amenities. Family rooms are spacious and come with balconies overlooking the sea. Although some found the standard rooms a little small, others were happy with the size. Guests who prefer a sea view room would not be disappointed but need to book in advance. Some guests also complained about creaky floors and thin walls which disturbed their sleep. Overall, the rooms are basic but spotlessly clean and comfortable, although the hotel's decor looks tired and needs updating.

Beds

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel has received mixed reviews about their beds. Some guests have found that the beds need replacing and were uncomfortable with some finding them too soft or not very comfortable. However, there were many positive reviews highlighting the comfortable bed and how both guests slept extremely well. Some guests even mentioned that their bed was inviting. Although some reviews mentioned issues such as sloping floors and the bed being placed next to the radiator with no control over the heat, the majority of guests had a comfortable and enjoyable sleep experience.

Cleanliness

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel is generally praised for its cleanliness by its guests. The hotel is described as tidy, welcoming and spotlessly clean throughout. Guests have found that the rooms are well-kept with clean and comfortable bedding and some have even noted the brand new and well-equipped en-suite bathrooms. Despite this, there are a few negative comments regarding specific areas of the hotel that weren't very clean, such as some surfaces in the rooms and windows that are described as filthy. Overall, guests have enjoyed the hotel's clean and friendly atmosphere with the exception of one reviewer who expected spotlessness in the current situation.

Staff

Guests of the Royal York & Faulkner Hotel rave about the exceptional service provided by its staff. From reception to restaurant servers, many mention how friendly, helpful and professional they found the hotel employees. Guests also note outstanding management and highlight exceptional staff, such as receptionist Anna and the wonderful chef. Although one guest suggests a small modification to the reception staff's approach, overall, the positive feedback for the team far outweighs any minor concerns. The fantastic service and welcoming atmosphere created by the staff are some of the many reasons guests greatly enjoyed their stays.

Spa

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel is known for its amazing spa and treatments that guests rave about. However, make sure to book in advance as availability is limited. While the spa area is the best part of the hotel, some guests were disappointed to find out that it was closed or fully booked upon arrival. Despite paying a premium for their stay, some guests were unable to use the hydrotherapy pool or any of the spa facilities due to a new booking system that wasn't adequately advertised. It's important to note that some guests were not informed about the spa's closure at the time of their booking. Despite these issues, if you're looking for a hotel with fantastic spa facilities, the Royal York & Faulkner Hotel may be worth considering as long as you book in advance and confirm the spa's availability prior to arrival.

Parking

The Royal York & Faulkner Hotel provides car parking facilities on-site, but they are limited in capacity and can be chaotic to navigate. Some guests found that parking was a nightmare with unclear signage and awkward arrangements causing issues. However, public car parks are located nearby and some were lucky enough to find street parking close by. The hotel offers free parking to guests, but it is advisable to arrive early to secure a spot. Despite some issues, the hotel's location on the seafront is fantastic, making it a great choice for those who want to explore the area by car. However, some guests had reservations about the valet car parking service and noted that the porters who manage the car park have a challenging job.

Yes, Royal York & Faulkner Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Royal York & Faulkner Hotel.

Yes, Royal York & Faulkner Hotel welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Royal York & Faulkner Hotel.

No, Royal York & Faulkner Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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