Royal Wells Hotel

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-02-24
Rating changed from 4 since 2025-09-12

Royal Wells Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 59 Mount Ephraim, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8BE, in the Tunbridge Wells local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Tunbridge Wells oversees 1,085 registered food businesses, of which 90% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tunbridge Wells is 4.7 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. The rating has changed from 4 to 5 since 12 September 2025.

Details

Business Type
Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
Address
59 Mount Ephraim, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Postcode
TN4 8BE
Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1427319

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
4 2025-09-12

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Royal Wells Hotel?

Royal Wells Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Tunbridge Wells.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?

A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.

When was Royal Wells Hotel last inspected?

Royal Wells Hotel was last inspected on 2026-02-24. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

Where is Royal Wells Hotel located?

Royal Wells Hotel is located at 59 Mount Ephraim, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent , TN4 8BE, in the Tunbridge Wells local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN4 postcode area.