Cave Castle Hotel

Hotels
8 (2631 reviews)
Church Hill , South Cave , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Gorgeous grounds
Spacious room
Beautiful decorations
Great food
Location
Cons:
Unclean room
Unfriendly receptionist
Squeaky bed
Extra charges for spa

Categories

Cleanliness
6.21
The room wasn't clean and had items left on the floor, which detracted from the experience.
Service
7.68
While some staff were accommodating, the receptionist's unfriendly demeanor was noted.
Location
9.22
The hotel’s location and beautiful grounds were highlighted positively.
Room Quality
7.67
The room size and views were praised, despite some issues with comfort.
Amenities
8.2
Spa and pool facilities complemented by beautiful decorations received positive feedback.
Value for Money
8.16
The quality of the facilities and services provided were seen as good value.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Food in the restaurant was delicious and received high marks from reviewers.
Overall Experience
8.18
Despite some service issues and cleanliness complaints, the overall stay was enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 10:54

Property Description

Historic Manor House Setting
Step into the timeless elegance of Cave Castle Hotel, a historic manor house surrounded by picturesque parkland and enchanting woodlands. With over 350 years of history, this magnificent property boasts original turrets, stone features, and undeniable charm.

Diverse Dining Options
Savor the culinary delights at Cave Castle with three distinctive restaurants offering a variety of dishes. Whether you prefer contemporary or traditional fare, our dining venues cater to all tastes, promising a delightful gastronomic experience.

Wellness and Leisure Facilities
Elevate your stay by accessing our well-equipped health club, available at check-in for a small charge. Immerse yourself in rejuvenating facilities and wellness activities, enhancing your overall experience at Cave Castle Hotel.

Escape to a world where history, nature, and luxury intertwine. Book your stay now at Cave Castle Hotel and immerse yourself in an unforgettable blend of timeless beauty and modern comfort.

Important information:

Check-in & Check-out
Check-in from 3pm. Check-out by 10:30am. A valid photo ID and credit card are required at check-in. Under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Parking
Free on-site parking available for all guests.
Wi-Fi
Free throughout the property.
Pets
Pets are welcome at £25 per night, per pet. Let us know at the time of booking and we’d recommend contacting us directly to confirm availability of pet-friendly rooms.
Cancellation
Flexible rate bookings: free cancellation up to 48 hours before arrival. Cancellations made within 48 hours of arrival will be charged in full.
Non-refundable rate bookings: a full refund is available if cancelled within 48 hours of the original booking being made. After that, no refund applies.
A Few Other Things Worth Knowing
Children under 16 have restricted pool times contact us after booking and we’ll send the current schedule. Some rooms are internal with no external-facing window; if a view matters to you, let us know when you book and we’ll do our best. Health club, restaurant and bistro hours may change over the Christmas period call us directly to check before you travel.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: LBA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.
    People 2 years old and over stay for £25 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

8
Based on 2631 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.21
Service: 7.68
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Julian couple im
7
Pros:

I would like to thank Devon and Jonathan for accommodating an unscheduled increase in Dinner guests and allowing us to dine outside due to the lovely weather. This put a lot of extra strain on on what was an already busy evening for all the staff but made my surprise birthday celebrations very special.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Pauline solo_traveller gb
8
Cons:

Room i had didn't have a view, window obscured and when opened went out to a gully about 3 feet wide so no real fresh air to the room. It was hot with no air con, but a fan was provided which gave some relief

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Tom solo_traveller gb
7
Great venue in need of update
Pros:

Absolutely stunning property set in beautiful grounds!

Cons:

The shower was broken only allowing boiling hot water during a heat wave with no air con.

Please update your hotel and invest in it. It will be the difference between stunning location and luxury hotel

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Ashley solo_traveller gb
7
Pleasant
Pros:

It’s beautiful in location and the building itself

Cons:

No air con of any sort / no cooling aid

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Eleanor solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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hodgson couple gb
7
Good location, nice break
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very hot in rooms

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
8
Everything was brilliant, would recommend especially for golfers. very helpful staff,
Pros:

The building was amazing. Rooms were large and clean, very comfortable. Bars and eateries were well priced and very nice.

Cons:

Their was nothing to dislike

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Mark solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

It was a lovely venue and only a shame I couldn't spend some time utilising the facilities but a friend's wedding has priority lol

Cons:

I can't fault the place my only gripe would be I had no view just another wall

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Jackie couple gb
8
Comfortable nights stay in lovely grounds
Pros:

Beautiful grounds. Comfortable stay. Clean

Cons:

Nothing is n particular. For the price paid it was a comfortable nights stay.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Hollie solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Terry solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Angela solo_traveller gb
6
The hotel is lovely but they do nothing to accommodate single travellers
Pros:

Lovely setting with grand entrance
Plenty of parking
Choice of bars/cafes
Clean
Staff pleasant
Nice walks in the area

Cons:

Not really geared up to solo travellers
There are no single rooms, so you always pay the same as for two people
The charge to access the leisure club is per room, so again you pay the same as two people making it not worth doing.
The bistro has offers for couples (e.g two meals with a bottle of wine) but nothing for single people

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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rosemary extended_group gb
8
Fantastic for a midweek getaway
Pros:

Gorgeous building, quiet location & friendly staff, and ducks! Large room with a proper bathtub. Great place for a midweek getaway.

Cons:

We stayed midweek when it’s quiet.
You have to pay extra for use of the facilities (pool, gym sauna etc)

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
10
One of my best midweek breaks
Pros:

It was a lovely old looking castle type hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
3
Lovely from the outside shame about everything else staff and hospitality.
Pros:

The Breakfast was lovely although it was all self service which wasnt to my expectations.
Tea and Coffee served to the table is a minimum standard in my opinion.

Cons:

Initially we were going to plan our wedding here at first thoughts but then ..

Staff attitude was very un-welcoming and un polite, everything seemed a chore and hard work when requesting the smallest of requests.

The main bar didnt open until 4pm very disheartening and the the main bar didnt open at all as far as I could see on the Saturday.
The only place to eat and have a drink before 4pm was in the Bistro area, which had a very small verity of Alcoholic beverages.
Although the staff within the bestro area were brilliant and cheerful (Thank god or we may have left that very night).

We were also very upset that we were not told that a prom night was happening on that weekend, and were kept awake until gone midnight with the sound of the party below. ( we booked well in advance so I believe that this could have been discussed prior to our stay )

The weekend stay was a very very hot one, the rooms are not air conditioned and a small fan was our only source of relief... absolutely terrible..

We will never stay here again that is for sure if I could give it minus figures I sure would!!

The most upsetting thing for me was the fact that is was my partners birthday, and truly wanted a very special occasion for her which in my opinion was ruined.

I booked for me and my partner to have a special meal at the resturant and as it says on the brochure, to wear smart clothing, which we did but was stood left waiting to be seated for 15 minutes even after booking with the reception to be seated, when another couple turned up to be seated (a heavily pregnant lady and her partner) they had the exact same issue and we though she was going to collapse at one stage the heat was terrible.
When we were finally served our food it wasnt to my standards at all....
Bland and very small portions!

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
5
Poor value hotel.
Pros:

Easy check in.

Cons:

Room was very dated, not very clean in places. Bed over soft and probably very old. Bathroom.was fine and mostly clean. No air-conditioning, so room was uncomfortably hot, so slept poorly. I wouldn't return.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Tilly couple gb
4
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Joanne couple gb
8
Pros:

Relaxed and beautiful setting

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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rebecca solo_traveller gb
4
Pros:

The waiting staff were lovely and very helpful. But they needed more training on food allergies and need to learn the difference between a vegetarian and a vegan.
The grounds were absolutely stunning and the gardeners must work very hard.

Cons:

The hotel rooms are very old and tired, they don't have Aircon in the bedrooms which is nowadays must, we were there 3 days in all and the room was 40° degrees the first night, 38° and then 36° all they offered us was a fan which just moved hot air around! Although the bath tap got very hot water the shower never did!! The hotel was very full and the waiting staff, who were lovely, could not keep up with demand, and by Monday they had even run out of a lot of things even butter sachets (basic)! No one had ordered more over the weekend. The reception staff were not helpful at all, all in all would not recommend or go back.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee