The George Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (912 reviews)
Market Place , Castle Cary , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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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.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 912 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
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Ellie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were very welcoming. The rooms were a good size and very clean. The decor is a bit dated in the rooms, but I understand the hotel is being refurbished shortly. The breakfast was amazing!

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
9
Very comfortable stay in a lovely property
Pros:

Lovely property with great character in a very nice location.

Cons:

There was nothing not to like

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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malachy • couple • gb
6
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • gb
9
Quintessentially Old English
Pros:

Lovely quirky hotel with loos ots of character. Very friendly ataff a d excellent breakfast. Really sorry that its being refurbished so will be shut next year.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • gb
5
Miserable room with inedible breakfast
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room was dirty especially floor and kettle

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
6
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Sehr freundliches und zuvorkommendes Personal, herzlichen Dank für das Frühstück to Go, da wir früh gehen mussten, sehr leckeres & liebevoll angerichtetes Abendesse, Zimmer mit Liebe zum Detail und eleganten Mix zwischen Alt&Modern und englischen Stil eingerichtet

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Allison • solo_traveller • gb
10
I had a great time, Somerset people are so friendly, loved my stay at the George Hotel.
Pros:

Breakfast looked great, I personally don't eat much in the mornings. Staff were fantastic, really helpful.

Cons:

was nothing I didn't like. I wouldn't travel there again because it was too far, it was a one off for me, Edinburgh to Castle Cary 9 hours by train, and there was delays made the journey longer.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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muñoz • solo_traveller • cl
7
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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alen • extended_group • gb
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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legg • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Mike • extended_group • gb
3
Convenient but disappointed
Pros:

Good location, helpful staff.

Cons:

Room and facilities were poor and very very tired.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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ANN MARIE • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Brill as always 😊

Cons:

Breakfast was lush the next day

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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ANN MARIE • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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christopherhN8680AT • Couples • Redruth, Cornwall, England
8
Poor start which got better.
Pros:

We came here just after 8.30 on a Thursday evening but were told that service was finished despite the sign outside saying it ended at 9pm. We therefore went to the Italian restaurant just up the street for dinner.
The next morning we went into the hotel to speak to the manager about our experience the previous evening and he told us the pub was closing shortly and that they were unable to access the website. We decided to stay for breakfast and enjoyed coffee and fruit juice, cereals and toast plus a Full English for me which was very good indeed.
The manager told us the place was closing for three years for complete renovation and had been acquired by the company behind the Newt group of hotels. Enjoy it while you can!

2026-07-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Edmund Zaka • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly welcome, good food

Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Julianne • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

Loved the people. Food was amazing

Cons:

Bed a bit small and room was very hot during the heat wave

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Siv • couple • no
10
Alt i alt en fin overnattingsplass
Pros:

Veldig gammel bygning, koselig

Cons:

Vegg-til-vegg teppe på rommet og lukt på badet. Kunne vært litt bedre renhold

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee