The tantons hotel lies at the heart of historic bideford adjacent to the town centre and opposite the ancient bridge that crosses the river torridge, whilst bideford itself is geographically situated at the heart of north devon. the entire hotel has recently been tastefully refurbished, gaining the distinction of three stars from the english tourism council. tantons hotel has 51 bedrooms each with their own private bathroom, have remote controlled satellite television, direct-dial telephone, radio/alarm clock, hair drier and facilities for making hot drinks.