The Old Vicarage Hotel & Restaurant

Hotels
8.8 (1233 reviews)
St Mary Street , Bridgwater , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Good food and beverage options
Cons:
Issues with breakfast quality
Some rooms need maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
8.53
Some issues mentioned with cobwebs and maintenance.
Service
9.2
Staff were repeatedly praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.14
Convenient and good location mentioned positively.
Room Quality
8.59
Rooms were described as cozy but some needed updates.
Amenities
8.82
Well-equipped with good food and facilities.
Value for Money
8.68
Considered good value in general.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Breakfast had issues, but overall food was praised.
Overall Experience
9
Most guests expressed satisfaction and a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:15

Property Description

Historic Charm and Renovated Comfort

The Old Vicarage Hotel & Restaurant in Bridgwater seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comfort. Dating back to the 14th century, this property has been meticulously renovated, including 9 bedrooms in 2019.

Delicious Dining and Cozy Atmosphere

Indulge in a culinary experience at the bar and restaurant, offering a variety of meals from lunch to evening dinners. Start your day with a continental breakfast buffet featuring traditional homemade dishes.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Located in the town centre and close to the M5 at Junction 24, our hotel provides easy access to popular attractions like Cheddar Gorge, Glastonbury, and Bristol. Don't miss the chance to explore the beauty of Bridgwater and its surroundings during your stay.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of history and comfort? Book your stay at The Old Vicarage Hotel & Restaurant now!

Important information:

Due to the age of the building, there are steep stairs leading to certain rooms, which may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility. Furthermore, some rooms have wonky floors, to be avoided if you suffer from any imbalance symptoms.

Please note that parking at the hotel is very limited. Spaces are allocated spaces on a first come, first served basis. However, there is free parking from 18:00 - 08:00 on the road outside the hotel, or 18:00 - 09:00 in close by car parks. Parking tickets will be refunded. There are also 2 drop off spaces outside the hotel.

The Old Vicarage Hotel welcomes well-behaved dogs in the classic rooms for a GBP 15 per night, per dog fee. They will be provided with a dog bed, bowls, treats and toilet bags. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, mess must be picked up and disposed of and no dog may be left in a room on its own. Please inform the property in advance if traveling with a pet.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1233 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.53
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.68
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 9
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brenda solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Alain VARENNE solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

L'atmosphère vieille Angleterre.
La suite est top.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Katie family_with_children gb
9
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
9
Very nice stay and pleasant staff who were happy and smiley
Pros:

Had lots of character and excellent service

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Claire solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Heather Milly solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely ambiance, staff, owner, restaurant/chef, comfortable and clean room: all relaxing and meant a great stay.
Pros:

Lovely old-style building with a lovely courtyard garden area to sit and enjoy a drink & a snack. Welcoming greeting, using my name and genuine questions about my stay.

Cons:

Nothing It was fab!

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple gb
6
Great for one night on route to Cornwall. Bridgwater is the pits!
Pros:

Dinner good. Breakfast absolutely average. No fruit or yoghurt. Bacon over cooked and kept hanging around

Cons:

Seexanove

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Sedri solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. It was a big plus that they are dog-friendly, which made the experience even better.
The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful throughout my stay.
The room was clean, well-kept, and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. I would definitely recommend staying here!

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Annette solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Outstanding staff

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Richard Kevin couple gb
9
Very nice stay,recommend arriving in small car, as car park very tight
Pros:

People and food -outstanding.
Although room was very old and small the Bathroom was immaculately clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Ancient room meant bed was at an awful angle so very little sleep first night. Bought own pillows and used the hotel pillows to try to level mattress so allowing a bit better sleep on second night. Management informed and bed levelling wouldn’t be difficult.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Frankenstrom solo_traveller es
9
Antiguo y con encanto
Pros:

El edificio es precioso, antiguo i perfectamente conservado con una decoración muy bonita, todo muy limpio, el personal muy amable, muy buen desayuno. Está en el centro de la ciudad y hay un montón de bares, restaurantes y tiendas a un paso. La relación precio calidad muy buena

Cons:

Nos gustó todo, en todo caso hay que decir que el acceso a nuestras habitaciones era por una escalera que no sería accesible para personas con dificultades de movilidad, no es nuestro caso y no fue un inconveniente, pero conviene tenerlo en cuenta al reservar. También hay que decir que otras habitaciones eran perfectamente accesibles

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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keri solo_traveller gb
7
What lovely staff.
Pros:

Lovely historic building.

Best thing about the whole stay was the smashing key staff: the front of house manager, the chef, the breakfast staff. And I didnt meet whoever refreshed our room but thanks for the dog bowls!

All above lovely and absolutely accommodating. Nothing too much trouble.

Cons:

Food was far from bad but it was ok. The roasts were great (including roast veggie nut roast which was really nice) but breakfast was a bit limited.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Eva couple se
8
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Kellie couple gb
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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jasmine solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Sarah family_with_children gb
10
Lovely dog friendly stay
Pros:

Traditional pub, lovely gardens and ideal for a stop over or short break. When they say dog friendly they mean dog friendly, with all the essential in the room and a sausage for breakfast. The gardens are fab with carousel seating and a wood burner. Highly recommend.

Cons:

No complaints, it’s an old building and this needs to be a consideration when testing but the positives far out weight the negatives.

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Marcel couple nl
7
Prima voor 1 nacht
Pros:

Aparte kamer

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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SIMONA extended_group it
7
Pros:

La cucina era ottima

2026-08-15 via Nuitee