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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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