The Bell

Hotels
8.1 (277 reviews)
broadway road , Ilminster , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Garden
Pets allowed
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Cons:
Shower issues
Communication difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
8.04
Many mentions of clean rooms and facilities, yet some reviews indicated minor aspects needing attention.
Service
8.51
Consistently positive comments about staff friendliness and helpful service.
Location
7.85
Described as suitable but mentioned proximity to a construction site which was a minor issue.
Room Quality
7.8
Most rooms described as comfortable; however, few reports of concerns with room features.
Amenities
8.03
Amenities generally viewed positively, although there was mention of minor concerns with a shower.
Value for Money
8.09
Positive feedback on value for the price, particularly regarding meals and lodging.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Strong positive sentiments regarding food quality, particularly breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.01
Overall satisfaction noted, despite some issues cited in reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 06:19

Property Description

Convenient Location:
Situated near popular attractions like Golden Cap and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum.

Comfortable Accommodation:
Rooms equipped with a desk, flat-screen TV, and modern amenities.

Delicious Dining Options:
Enjoy a variety of breakfast options including continental, Full English/Irish, and vegetarian.

Contact us now to book your stay at The Bell and experience a perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your visit to Ilminster!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 277 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.04
Service: 8.51
Location: 7.85
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.03
Value for Money: 8.09
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Eric • couple • gb
7
Nice building in a good location
Pros:

Lovely building

Cons:

The double bed was not accessible one side

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Murphy • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff during day and eve lovely

Cons:

Breakfast was horrible cold and had to ask for bread as the bread that was out for toast had mould on it person serving seemed like she didn't want to there

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Duncan • couple • gb
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
7
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
6
Convenient location
Pros:

The location, just off the A303 and adjacent to the pub, makes this a great stop-off. The staff were really helpful, and accommodating for our late arrival. The room included everything we needed for a night's stay, and the pub is really cosy and inviting.,

Cons:

There were signs of damage in the room, with half the shower screen missing. Reported to the property, but only stayed for one night. Some noise from other rooms.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Allison • couple • gb
4
Very disappointed with room far too small and no facilities to accommodate guests. Also very overpriced. The day we arri
Pros:

The pub was very nicely designed

Cons:

The accommodation was very poor , twin room tiny. Barely a single in size. No where to hang clothes . No bedside tables or anywhere to put things. No where to hang towels wet or dry. Very dated.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
6
The Bell Broadway
Pros:

Friendly staff, good food locally sourced, good shower, nice quiet location excellent for dog-walking, comfortable bed

Cons:

Shower had no privacy & only 1/2 screen so water came out onto the room carpet. For what we paid it would have been nice to have the bin emptied, the bed remade and shower toiletries & tea, coffee and milk sachets replenished. I accept the pub was closed on our middle day so maybe this was the reason. The TV was very small so trying to read TV guide from the bed was very difficult and there was evidence of damp in the shower ceiling & a patch of wall where a repair had been done but not painted over

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lovely room (small) and great pub!
Pros:

Dog friendly pub/rooms, renovated to a very high standard, comfortable.

Cons:

Only one hour window for breakfast (8.30-9.30). Manager was nice but I got the vibe that they wanted to get the bar closed by 9.30–10pm which was disappointing.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Janis • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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lucy • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Friendly staff, good food.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Rhod • couple • gb
7
Decent flying stop over - not sure I’d use it again.
Pros:

Week located for our needs. Lovely pub, decent food.

Cons:

Room was compact, and for £120 for a night I’d expect at least someone to hang some clothes. Was fine for a flying visit on way to somewhere else but was very small. Food was good, but surcharge of £3 per £18 pizza if you wanted gluten free seemed a bit unnecessary.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
6
Rooms are small but sufficient.
Pros:

The attached pub is lovely and good location.

Cons:

The room was very small and quite dated. The shower was within the room.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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andrew • extended_group • gb
4
I wouldn't be rushing back as the stay was below average.
Cons:

The room was small, with the shower actually in the room which made it very difficult to avoiding making the bedroom floor very wet. Dinner was a disaster from beginning to end, with poorly informed staff and a chef with limited ability.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Erik • couple • nl
9
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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sohail • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
6
A good place to stay for one night stay
Pros:

Nice location of a village, food especially pizza was good

Cons:

Small room and very hot inside the room, shower is in the bedroom too and in general room is very small

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Complementary still & sparkling water by

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
9
Very good staffs and very helpful and breakfast was excellent too.
Pros:

Very nice difference..

Cons:

The shower were awkward with the door folding.. would be be more secure towel hanging kept falling off and no where to hang wet towels..

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Advano • extended_group • nl
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee