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Riversford Hotel

Limers Lane | Northam, Bideford EX39 2RG, England
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Riversford Hotel
Ranked #10 of 13 hotels in Bideford
3.0 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
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York, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Yes the bedrooms are dated, there is no arguing with that but in my opinion it adds to the character of the hotel. The bedrooms are spacious, clean and tidy, and those at the front of the hotel have an unrivalled river view. The breakfast is simply excellent with a wide variety of choice. All of the staff that we... More

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Brisbane
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

HI my wife and i stayed 1 night at the Riversford Hotel we had a room near top floor looking out over the Torridge River which had great views, had a few drinks in the bar, very friendly staff always made you feel welcome had dinner in there restaurant that served great food a good nights sleep and a big... More

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Jerusalem
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Wonderful view from the room facing the river. The dining room and cleaning staff were very helpful and friendly. The decor is rather tired but the large room and bath room were clean and beds were comfy. It is worthwhile to eat in the dining room - the food is very good and a varied choice from the menu. at... More

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Exeter
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

What a lovely location but what a lost opportunity! Let's start with the positives. The food is great and so was the waitress, Cathy. The room was comfortable but the decor sooooo shabby! I could have put up with that had it been clean but there was fluff all over the headboard, dirty marks on the door (which looked like... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

If you like your Hotels to be small, cosy and comfortable with cheerful and welcoming staff then the Riversford is a must. I would recommend asking for a room facing the River Torridge (lovely views) and I would also advise you to dine in the Hotel's restaurant. The steaks are particularly good. Admittedly the decor is a little faded but... More

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Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012
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I had read all of the other reviews on here before I booked and I decided to see for myself. Booked 1 night here for my Wife's surprise birthday treat. Ok, yes it is a little bit shabby and a bit dated BUT, the large room was tidy and clean throughout, large double bed was really comfy with lovely warm... More

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Cork
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
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Spent two nights here with four other work colleagues. I have spent a lot of time in the Appledore area and know that it is very hard to find consistent accommodation. However this dump takes the biscuit. It is dirty, shabby, no personality (unless being a cross between Hotel California and the Shineing counts). The rooms are not quaint, the... More

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Devon
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2011
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people found this review helpful

Having just returned from a weekend watching Bideford Carnival and Massed Pipe bands we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, yes its a little dated, but the welcome was great and the staff were more than obliging, all meals were great and I left the table full.It is two star, if you want RItz prices and style then go to the Ritz.... More

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Clitheroe, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2011
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We stayed in the family room (2 adults and 3 kids). It was bright, clean and spacious with fantastic views of the river. We had a good, hearty evening meal in the restaurant and breakfast was also excellent. The hotel is a little dated in decor but we felt the excellent price, good food and level of space and cleanliness... More

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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2011
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The hotel is a lovely building on the outskirts of Bideford.The gardens were well looked after and inviting and the view from our bedroom and in the dining room was stunning. The room we were in seemed somewhat dated. The carpets were very worn and the bathroom fittings outdated. The hotel has the potential to be excellent but is in... More

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  • Riversford Hotel Bideford
Address: Limers Lane | Northam, Bideford EX39 2RG, England
Price range (per night):* RM248 - 493

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