Rowton Castle

Hotels
9.4 (250 reviews)
Halfway House , Shrewsbury , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cold rooms
High prices for food

Categories

Cleanliness
9.14
There were some mentions of cleanliness issues indirectly, particularly with the quality of the bathroom.
Service
10
Staff were consistently described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
10
The location received positive feedback for its beautiful surroundings and ease of access.
Room Quality
8.64
Mixed reviews with some rooms reported as cold and poor views, impacting overall satisfaction.
Amenities
9.14
Amenities were referenced positively but lacked specific mentions, hence a standard quality rating.
Value for Money
9.64
Overall good value, but some food items were seen as overpriced for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Food quality was mentioned as good, but there were complaints regarding specific dishes and high prices.
Overall Experience
10
General positive sentiment, though some dissatisfaction noted in specifics.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:28

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Luxury
Rowton Castle, a 17th-century Grade II listed building, offers a blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Some rooms feature four-poster beds and indulgent spa baths, providing a truly luxurious experience for guests. Each room is uniquely designed with elegant decor and modern amenities, including complimentary wireless internet access.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Indulge in exquisite cuisine at the Cedar Restaurant, set in an oak-panelled dining room with plush velvet furnishings. The award-winning restaurant offers a warm and relaxing ambiance, perfect for enjoying delicious meals made from the finest ingredients.

Picturesque Location with Easy Access
Nestled in 17 acres of tranquil grounds in Shropshire, Rowton Castle provides a picturesque backdrop for a peaceful getaway. Despite its serene surroundings, the hotel is conveniently located near Telford, Birmingham, and the Midlands motorway network, offering easy access to explore the surrounding areas.

Experience a perfect blend of history, luxury, and culinary delights at Rowton Castle. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that dinner reservations are essential. Without a prior booking, we cannot guarantee table availability on the evening of your stay.
Z Bed available for children up to 10 years of age £15.00.
Cot available £5.00.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 250 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.14
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 9.14
Value for Money: 9.64
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 10
H
Hemmings • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely, Location good. Staff all friendly and courteous. Reasonably priced drinks at the bar

Cons:

Everything was okay but £200 a night? Didn't think it was worth that pleasant and comfortable

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful rooms and grounds

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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HEIKE • solo_traveller • de
8
Einmal nächtigen wie eine Königin
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, historische Zimmer, gutes Frühstück, Restaurant im Haus, Parkplätze auf dem Gelände, tolle Gartenanlage

Cons:

Wir hatten ein Zimmer im 2. OG mit sehr kleinen Fenstern. Das ist im Sommer ein beim Lüften.
Kein Fahrstuhl, falls Jemand eingeschränkt ist

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Gogan • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

A beautiful place so unique and wonderful staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
8
It was in the right place for us to stay and at the right price.
Pros:

It was all very professionally commercial and set up for weddings.

Cons:

We liked everything apart from the pillows on the bed. At Tebay I can ask for a feather pillow and will be given one.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
9
Wonderful setting for a classic stay
Pros:

Beautiful setting full of old charm

Cons:

There was no air con in the bedroom

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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aidan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great castle for a short break.
Pros:

Staff were brilliant. Grounds are lovely.

Cons:

It's a castle, so no lifts and there were a few plumbing niggles.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
K
Kenneth • couple • us
10
Pros:

The Property was beautiful, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was excellent.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • solo_traveller • gb
10
Unique location
Pros:

Great building and grounds.
Very friendly and helpful staff.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
D
Diana • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Glorious gardens and elegant rooms.

Cons:

A lot of stairs!

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Beautiful gardens and lively location.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

It’s absolutely beautiful keep very clean beds very comfortable all staff were very friendly welcoming and helpful a credit to your hotel would definitely recommend and stay again

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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DanWilliams94 • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • gb
10
Very enjoyable and the little one had a great time staying in a castle
Pros:

Very pretty garden and scenic area

Cons:

Very nice castle

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • couple • gb
6
Satisfactory
Pros:

Breakfast good,location and surrounding good.lovely lounge and gardens

Cons:

No walk in shower,for our age climbing into a bath for shower is difficult and with nothing to hold on to is dangerous even

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Elliott • couple • gb
9
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The whole experience. Beautiful room and grounds

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • extended_group • gb
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Stunning scenery

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee