The Castle Hotel, Somerset

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“Since the 12th Century this Norman Fortress has opened its doors to travelers with immaculate hospitality and spectacular countryside spot. Comfortable, classically decorated rooms offer all the mod-cons. BRAZZ, the contemporary brasserie and locally popular Bow Restaurant offers a range of dishes.”

Hotel review

An elegant, townhouse hotel, its façade memorably smothered in creeper, that has welcomed travellers since the 12th century and was first built as a Norman fortress. The hall sets the scene and an impressive staircase winds up to spacious rooms with high ceilings. Some have views over the Norman garden. Downstairs, the hotel’s quiet, formal restaurant is well renowned (currently Liam Finnegan from Gidleigh Park and The Bath Priory is the head chef) and is contrasted by ‘Brazz’, a lively brasserie popular with guests and local shoppers alike.

Fiona Duncan
Fiona Duncan Review published: 26/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Families

    • A great family stay, babysitting is available and the kids will love the novelty of staying in a castle with a moat to boot!

  • Great walks

    • The nearby Hestercombe Gardens are recommended from those that know the area, plus the hotel will pack you a lunch.

  • Wildlife Area

    • The beautiful Exmoor National Park can be reached in a 20-minute drive, wild moors full of plants and animals.

  • Other Activities

    • Gorge yourself on the top notch cuisine offerd at the hotel, and then sink into a comfy chair by the fire.

  • Child friendly

    • Babysitting services are available.

  • Pet friendly

    • Small dogs only

  • Romantic

  • Free wifi

  • Views

  • Conference facilities

  • Owner managed

  • Wedding license

  • Charming

  • Full of character

  • Restaurant

  • Artworks

  • Landmark

  • Historic

  • Antiques

  • Disabled access

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Luxury

Facilities

  • Rooms

    44 rooms in this hotel

  • Parking

    Parking available on site for 5 pounds per day.

  • Child friendly

    Babysitting services are available.

  • Pet friendly

    Small dogs only

  • Free wifi

  • Views

  • Conference facilities

  • Shops

  • Bar

  • Wedding license

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Internet

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Private dining room

  • Billiard/pool table

  • Room service

  • Restaurant

  • Garden

  • Sitting Room

  • Wifi

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Satellite / Cable TV

Activities

  • Great walks

    • The nearby Hestercombe Gardens are recommended from those that know the area, plus the hotel will pack you a lunch.

  • Wildlife Area

    • The beautiful Exmoor National Park can be reached in a 20-minute drive, wild moors full of plants and animals.

  • Other Activities

    • Gorge yourself on the top notch cuisine offerd at the hotel, and then sink into a comfy chair by the fire.

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The Castle Hotel

"The wisteria-clad frontage sets up expectations that are not dashed inside, where you're met with much dark, carved wood, expensive carpet and an olde-English smell of mingling furniture polish, port and horseradish sauce. "

Originally published by The Telegraph

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