The George Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (856 reviews)
Market Place , Castle Cary , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
6.41
There were issues with cleanliness, as one review noted biscuit crumbs in the room and a heavily stained mattress.
Service
8.38
Most reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
8.42
Guests appreciated the great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
7.37
Some comments indicated that while rooms have character, there are issues like noise and a bad mattress.
Amenities
7.4
Amenities were generally mentioned positively, but there were complaints about limited outlets and dated bathrooms.
Value for Money
6.86
Some guests felt that the hotel was overpriced given the room size and conditions.
Food and Beverage
8.91
The quality of food received high praise across multiple reviews, with specific mentions of dinner and breakfast being excellent.
Overall Experience
7.88
Overall, guests enjoyed the charm of the hotel despite some issues with cleanliness and room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:52

Property Description

Charming 15th-Century Building:
Situated in the heart of Castle Cary, The George Hotel offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests to enjoy. The historic 15th-century building exudes character and provides a unique stay experience.

Dining Options:
Guests can indulge in delicious meals at The George Hotel's 2 bars or opt for a more intimate dining experience in the wood-panelled restaurant. The cosy fireplaces and old beams add to the charm of the dining areas, creating a memorable culinary experience.

Complimentary Breakfast and Well-Appointed Rooms:
Start your day right with an excellent complimentary breakfast offered by The George Hotel. Each room is individually designed, well-furnished, and equipped with en suite facilities and a TV, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests.

Experience the historic charm and warm hospitality of The George Hotel in Castle Cary. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BRS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and costs GBP 1.50 per hour.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People 13 years old and over stay for £15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 856 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.41
Service: 8.38
Location: 8.42
Room Quality: 7.37
Amenities: 7.4
Value for Money: 6.86
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 7.88
R
Robert solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The history of the pub and it's age

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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CJF couple gb
5
Enjoyed the location of the hotel but feel it was overpriced
Pros:

breakfast was good

Cons:

The room was dimly lit, large furniture made it seem smaller than it was, needed general refurbishment. A shelf in the bathroom would have been useful

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
B
Bethany couple gb
9
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
A
Alex couple gb
9
Lovely friendly hotel
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
K
kevin couple gb
3
Great food but the accommodation was not as expected.
Pros:

The breakfast and dinner were really good. The staff were pleasant and helpful.

Cons:

Our room being above the bar, we expected some noise which ceased after 11pm, but we had to close the window as people were smoking below. The bed was extremely uncomfortable as were the pillows and the mattress was too small for the bed frame.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
M
Marie solo_traveller gb
10
George overnight
Pros:

Nice single room with good standard en suite. Clean and warm.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Sandra couple gb
8
Somerset weekend away
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff and delicious food in a very traditional setting.

Cons:

Corridor noise late at night - not the hotel's fault, just inconsiderate guests.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
P
Phil solo_traveller gb
9
2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
8
George pub
Pros:

Lovely old building, food was very good, comfy bed.

Cons:

Very loud bagging front door

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Tranfield solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Friendly and efficient staff.
The room was very spacious and conveniently placed. Breakfast was absolutely outstanding.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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davidgX1170MR Couples Catcott, Bridgwater, Somerset, England
10
Excellent Sunday Lunch!
Pros:

Fabulous Sunday lunch here at The George!
It was a filthy day weather wise & we were fortunate enough to get a table for Sunday lunch.
The service from the staff was excellent & very friendly waitresses ensured that we were well looked after.
The roast dinners were delicious and amongst the very best that we have come across.
We enjoyed it very much and will no doubt return again very soon.

2026-02-09 via Tripadvisor
L
Luke couple gb
10
Perfect Christmas stay
Pros:

Although there are works going on at the pub, this was a pleasant stay over Christmas. Friendly staff,comfortable beds and powerful shower! Was perfect while we had Christmas with family up the road!

Cons:

All fine

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
M
Margaret solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The delightful staff and tasty food.

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
E
Eileen couple us
1
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
E
Ellen family_with_children gb
10
A really lovely place to stay in a very pretty town. We had dinner at The George and it was absolute
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
T
Tony couple gb
8
We even had an iron and ironing board in the room
Pros:

The breakfast was perfect as was the food in the restaurant. This is a 600 hundred year old property so some things are wonky but this adds to the charm we would stay again all staff were very friendly and helpful

Cons:

If I had to fault one thing it would be that the bed was a bit to hard for me

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
B
Brendan couple gb
3
Tiring
Pros:

Cooked breakfast

Cons:

Very noisy not much sleep which was much needed for the catch-up and long day ahead due to revellers under the window in courtyard, 7am beer barrels delivered once again in the courtyard

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Sharna solo_traveller gb
5
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and helpful. They were very welcoming and made the stay pleasant.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
P
Phil family_with_children gb
9
Great value stay with ideal location for easy access to walk into town.
Pros:

Great breakfast with quality ingredients.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee