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The Royal Oak Exmoor

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A stone bridge over a stream in a rural setting with a traditional building in the background. - The Royal Oak Exmoor (Minehead)
A dining room with a long wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs. - The Royal Oak Exmoor (Minehead)
A traditional white building with a thatched roof, likely a pub or inn, with a signboard and a small garden area. - The Royal Oak Exmoor (Minehead)
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and hanging light bulbs. - The Royal Oak Exmoor (Minehead)
A cozy bar area with a stone fireplace, leather armchair, and wooden bar stools. - The Royal Oak Exmoor (Minehead)
Located close to Dunkery Beacon and Exmoor National Park, The Royal Oak Exmoor provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a bar. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Royal Oak Exmoor, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, a chair, a window, and a radiator.

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two wooden beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior King or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a red bedspread, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with a geometric pattern.

Superior Super-King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two wooden beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of greenery.

Superior King or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a checkered blanket, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

Superior King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Minehead is home to The Royal Oak Exmoor. Dunster Castle and Holnicote Estate are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Dunster Beach. Church of St. Stephen and All Angels and Dunkery Beacon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Minehead travel guide
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Halse Lane, Winsford, Minehead, England, TA24 7JE

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sunset over calm waters, rocky cliffs, and distant hills.
    Exmoor National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A coastal town with a marina filled with boats, a lighthouse on a hill, and a castle-like structure.
    Ilfracombe Harbour
    57 min drive - 38.7 miles
  • Minehead Beach
    31 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Porlock Weir Harbour
    40 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway
    43 min drive - 25.8 miles

Getting around

  • Minehead Station
    28 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL)
    175 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rest and Be Thankful Inn
    8 min drive
  • Tarr Farm Inn Dulverton
    10 min drive
  • Withypool Tea Room
    8 min drive
  • Woods
    12 min drive
  • Exfordbridge tea rooms
    10 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Royal Oak Exmoor

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Oak Exmoor pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Royal Oak Exmoor?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Oak Exmoor?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Royal Oak Exmoor located?

Situated in Minehead, this inn is within 12 mi (20 km) of Exmoor National Park, Dunster Castle, and Church of St. Stephen and All Angels. Holnicote Estate and Dunster Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Oak Exmoor Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Steve

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Great hotel and brilliant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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So homely food first class
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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Great old country Inn. Good food wonderful staff, in the middle of great walking trails and the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Winsford

Very enjoyable stay. Very comfortable hotel, beautiful setting and excellent food. Delightful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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The folks running this inn were so nice and the food was remarkably good. Our night at The Royal Oak Exmoor was very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Winsford

Very enjoyable stay. Very comfortable hotel in a beautiful setting and excellent food. Delightful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly cosy pub with rooms

Friendly pub with great food . All staff excellent .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here before. Lovely character inn, friendly service, comfortable beds, beautiful quiet village and convenient for Dunster and Exmoor. Brought our US visitors this time and they loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A charming retreat on Exmoor.

Delightful stop over on our N Devon tour. Great hospitality at this historic thatched Inn. Thank you Jane and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Excellent

Lovely stay for a walking winter break. Service and food exceptional. Very friendly, and hospitable. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous food, lovely village

Superb restaurant food for dinner in this delightful village compensates for the rather mediocre room in this ancient inn. However the latter is reflected in the very modes room price and staying here is worthwhile for the dining experience alone. The staff are all very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff were all kind and helpful. Locals very friendly as were the other residents. Great choice of food on the menu and superbly cooked. A lovely quiet break. No complaints at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay. Friendly host. Very attractive village.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All the staff were really welcoming at The Royal Oak! Despite there being a large group there, they still made us feel valued. Room was lovely with a great shower, food was amazing and all in a beautiful setting. I slept particularly well so nothing to fault and would love to return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

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Highly Recommended

Had a great stay - lovely pub and room - character filled and in a lovely location. Great staff - very friendly and helpful. Would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

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ONE NIGHT STAY

REALLY NICE FREINDLY HOTEL COULDN'T DO MORE FOR US AND WE WILL CERTAINLY BOOK THERE AGAIN AND RECOMMEND IT TO FRIOENDS AND FAMILY
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely peaceful inn

We really enjoyed our two nights in this lovely traditional thatched inn set in pretty peaceful surroundings. Excellent local ales and very good food. Staff were friendly and eager to help. Great spot from which to visit Dunster, Minehead etc and for walking on Exmoor. We hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A country escape

An enjoyable stay. We were welcomed by Jane on arrival and shown to our room which was very comfortable. Despite staff shortages every effort was made to ensure all guests were happy and comfortable. The food was excellent and well priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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Absolutely enchanted.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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A satisfied customer

Very pleased with our one night stay. Only slightly negative comment would be that the shower controls could do with some modernising.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely well run. Spotlessly clean. Lovely food. Staff who go that extra mile. Excellent location. Pretty thatched cottage village with ford and tea shop and plenty to do in surrounding areas. You will definitely want to re visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

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Absolutely fantastic stay. Fantastic location. The staff could not do enough for you. The owner Jane deserves a special mention. Very hard working and sooooo helpful. I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THE ROYAL OAK.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Heel fijn hotel in het prachtige natuurgebied Exmoor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Had a very nice stay for a weekend the premises are full of character,clean and very comfortable,staff were very nice and the food was hot and tasty,all in all a very nice stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bel endroit emplit de quiétude au cœur du parc d’Exmoor. Un personnel au petit soin et des chambres très cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022