Dunster Castle Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (998 reviews)
5 High Street , Dunster , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities at times

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Several reviews mentioned that the rooms weren't very clean and had issues with condensation.
Service
9.99
Guests consistently praised the staff for being friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Location
9.76
The location received positive remarks for being in a beautiful setting and close to local attractions.
Room Quality
9.21
Most rooms were described positively, with a cozy atmosphere but a few issues noted regarding room allocation.
Amenities
8.24
Some guests felt there were limited amenities available, especially during the off-peak season.
Value for Money
8.7
Mixed feedback on value for money, with some stating they were disappointed considering the rates.
Food and Beverage
9.75
The breakfast was highly praised, and the dining experience was noted positively.
Overall Experience
9.72
Despite some shortcomings, guests had an overall positive experience and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:36

Property Description

Charming Dunster Castle Hotel in the Heart of a Medieval Village

Free WiFi and Comfortable Rooms
Enjoy a stay at Dunster Castle Hotel with free WiFi access and cozy rooms featuring private bathrooms. Relax with convenient amenities like bed linen and ironing facilities.

Garden Oasis and Convenient Facilities
Unwind in the hotel's garden or terrace, and grab a drink at the bar. Take advantage of meeting facilities, ironing service, and laundry facilities during your stay. Plus, enjoy complimentary parking on-site.

Explore Dunster's Treasures
Immerse yourself in history with a visit to Dunster Castle just 500 meters away. With Bristol Airport at a convenient 80 km distance, your journey to the hotel is hassle-free.

Book your stay at Dunster Castle Hotel for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CWL

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 998 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.76
Room Quality: 9.21
Amenities: 8.24
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 9.72
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Amanda • couple • gb
10
We loved our stay
Pros:

Very friendly
Beautiful hotel
Lovely couple and they are very welcoming
Will definitely be going again

Cons:

We loved it all

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
A lovely hotel with great owners and great views.
Pros:

Lovely location with on site parking and right next to Dunster Castle.

Cons:

Very poor internet service.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • au
10
We really loved the hotel and the location in the village. We were able to walk to dinner and had a secure place to park
Pros:

We liked the history of the building and the way it has been kept to a high standard.

Cons:

There was nothing we didn’t like.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Stunning location. Friendly staff who are very helpful who made us feel so welcome. Will definitely go back again.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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gareth • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

I loved the location and the area and the food was superb .

Cons:

The only slight criticism I personally had was I wouldn't stay in the room dovecote as it's close to the road and I'm a very light sleeper but that was all.9

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • couple • gb
9
We would stay again.
Pros:

The owners did all they could to make our stay enjoyable and nothing was too much trouble. Beds were comfortable and food was great.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
9
Excellent stay but no dinner facilities provided
Pros:

Well situated with excellent breakfast and plenty of parking. But beware very narrow entrance to parking.

Cons:

Very soft beds and room a bit noisy on high street opposite traffic lights.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely hotel, Lisa and John were excellent hosts and the food we had was generous and tasty. Our room was very clean and delightfully furnished.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Owners very friendly & breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

Narrow driveway to car park but we were aware of this prior to our stay.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • gb
9
Excellent stay at the hotel and a lovely place to visit.
Pros:

Lovely hotel very friendly and helpful couple who run it excellent decor throughout very clean spacious bedroom and ensuite.Excellent location for visiting the castle and the local shops it's a special place.

Cons:

Just one thing limited places to eat in the evenings.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Penny • couple • gb
9
Beautiful traditional hotel.
Pros:

Lovely location in the village and great food. Gorgeous building! Very comfortable. The decanter of sherry was a lovely touch.

Cons:

The WiFi was very intermittent.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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andrea • couple • it
10
Una piacevole scoperta
Pros:

Bella struttura , molto centrale nella piacevole Dunster, a pochi passi dal castello. Camera spaziosa, buona accoglienza e buona colazione, c’è anche il parcheggio privato.

Cons:

Nulla

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Room was lovely

Cons:

Everything was good overall

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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olivier • couple • fr
10
superbe étape de charme
Pros:

Super accueil d'hôtes très sympathique, qui font aussi très bien à manger. Magnifique demeure en plein centre historique, avec parking gratuit. Excellente expérience pour une étape de charme.

Cons:

rien

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
9
Comfortable and Caring
Pros:

Super breakfast.
Central for The Castle and Pubs, Cafes etc
Very quiet during night even though our bedroom
Was directly overlooking road.
Fresh milk and decanter of Sherry were most welcome in our en suite.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • gb
9
We enjoyed an overnight stay. Dunster was a new Destination for us. We will return next year.
Pros:

The hosts were very friendly and helpful. The location was great. Everything was really clean and the decor was stylish and quirky.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Tommy • couple • it
9
Coccolati nell’exmoor
Pros:

Bellissima e curata guesthouse nel cuore dell’exmoor, colazione di prima qualità, stanza della grandezza giusta e molto comoda

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Cadence • couple • gb
10
It was incredible and I would 100% stay again.
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful property in an amazing location. The place was beautiful and looked so homely, which was amplified by the amazing hosts that made the place so warm and welcoming. The place was so clean and well put together. The breakfast was incredible and well thought out every morning, made with delicious local ingredients which was to die for. Beds were so comfortable and the room was just perfect for me and the person I was staying with. Everything was thought of to make the stay as amazing as possible, I don’t think any more could’ve have been done to make this any better than it already was. I couldn’t recommend them more and would love to stay again in the future.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike at all

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee