Surrounded by natural beauty, The Castle at Taunton offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and two restaurants serving local cuisine. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind at one of the 2 bars or coffee shops/cafes, and enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services for added convenience.
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 45 min drive
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 116 min drive
Taunton Station - 15 min walk
Bridgwater Station - 16 min drive
Tiverton Parkway Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Cosy Club Taunton - 2 min walk
Mr. Miles Tea & Coffee - 2 min walk
Nando's - 1 min walk
The Cricketers - 4 min walk
The Winchester Arms - 1 min walk
About this property
The Castle at Taunton
The Castle at Taunton is a great choice for a stay in Taunton. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Castle Bow Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, which serves local cuisine. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), Danish, English, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
44 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 10.95 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
2 coffee shops
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Castle Bow Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine.
Bow Bar - This bar serves light fare only.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 10.95 per day
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Castle Taunton B&B
Castle Taunton
The Castle Taunton
The Castle At Taunton Hotel Taunton
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The Castle At Taunton Somerset
Castle Taunton Hotel
Castle Hotel
The Castle At Taunton Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Castle at Taunton offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Castle at Taunton does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Castle at Taunton?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Castle at Taunton?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10.95 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Castle at Taunton?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Castle at Taunton and nearby?
The Castle at Taunton has 2 bars and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Castle at Taunton?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring local cuisine.
What's the area around The Castle at Taunton like?
The Castle at Taunton is a short 6-minute walk from County Cricket Ground and 18 minutes' walk from Museum of Somerset.
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The Castle at Taunton Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Dec 19, 2024
An atmospheric hotel, well managed and maintained. Excellent breakfast buffet
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2024
Nice comfortable hotel in the best location
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
A very pleasant stay in a beautiful castle . Olde worlde and dated but felt the 12th century ambience all around me. Staff very friendly.
Alan
Alan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
Very good accommodation with very accommodating staff, i would love to stay again in the future.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Beautiful hotel, cosy, kind staff, good location
Soyoo
Soyoo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2024
Great place to stay in Taunton with an authentic atmophere.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2024
Castle hotel
Stayed overnight for a wedding very comfortable
Hamish
Hamish, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2024
business reason for trip.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2024
all round great stay, we will use again
david
david, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2024
Lovely looking building, easy parking however wasn't greeted on arrival and had to ask someone to help carry my bags to the room, overall though an enjoyable stay.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
An excellent stay to attend a family celebration. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was very comfortable and clean. Hope to return sometime.
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Needed to stay in Taunton and this was a great option. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The breakfast had a good selection of hot and cold food. Would stay here again!
Rosalind
Rosalind, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2023
Comfortable, with friendly staff and good food in an interesting historical location.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 16, 2023
Great hotel
Comfortable hotel in a convenient location.
Pat
Pat, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2023
Very friendly country town traditional hotel suitable for short break.
Yoshiaki
Yoshiaki, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
everything was beautifully presented and comfortable. A couple of tiny irritations such as the inability to control the temperature in the room.
cynthia
cynthia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2023
Super comfy beds and soft pillows
Great part of town
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 20, 2023
Good rooms service was good and breakfast even better.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2024
Business stay at Castle Hotel
Lovely comfortable hotel with parking right in town centre. All hotels now charge for their parking so I expected this. Staff were very friendly and yet professional. Room very comfortable and breakfast was excellent.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2024
All delightful especially now the car parking has been sorted
david
david, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2022
A superb place to stay.it’s in the heart of Taunton a stone’s throw from all your needs.
Anthony
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Times may change, but standards must be maintained. The Castle does this in spades.
david
david, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
Great stay, great location. Nice bar area. Very relaxing. Great service.