The Castle at Taunton

Description

Location

The historical hotel is located in the heart of Taunton, the county town of Somerset, and just 3.5 km from the M5 motorway. Both Bristol and Exeter are just 45 km away and the train station is a 10-minute walk from the hotel (3 minutes by taxi). This hotel is a perfect base for exploring Devon and Somerset. The beach in Burnham on Sea is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. The closest airports are Bristol, which is roughly 60 km away, and Exeter, which is approximately 70 km away.

Facilities

5 suites, 12 single rooms and 32 double rooms are located on 4 storeys and can be reached by lift. English-speaking staff at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. A baggage storage service and a safe are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Daily newspapers are available for purchase. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

Central heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A desk is provided. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As an extra convenience, bathrooms provide cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The wide range of activities offered at the hotel ensures that there is something new to do every day, including cycling/mountain biking, golf, fishing and horse riding. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, billiards, bowling and aerobics. An entertainment programme and live music are also options for entertainment. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a café and a bar. The restaurant has air conditioning and high chairs for children. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet and lunch are served every day. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Features

BabySitting Bar Bath Broadband Internet Central Heating Coffee / Tea Making Facilities Concierge Conference Room Conference / Banquet Facility Connecting Rooms Cots (on Request) Disabled Facilities Elevator/Lifts Garden Area Hair Dryer Internet Corner ($) Ironing Facilities Lounge Parking Parking ($) Pets Allowed (on Request) Phone Porterage Private Garage Radio Restaurant Room Service Safe Satellite or Cable TV Self Service Laundry Facilities Shower TVView more

Description

Situated in the centre of Taunton, the hotel is steeped in the drama and romance of English history. Once a Norman fortress, it has been welcoming travellers to the town since the 12th century. Owned by the Chapman family for the past 50 years, it is one of Britain's most famous historic hotels. For those who wish to spoil themselves this is one of only a handful of hotels in the Southwest which has a red AA rosette for food. Due to the age of the hotel and its style, the bedrooms are all different sizes and shapes, however, all are well furnished.

Features

Air conditioning in public areas 24-hour reception Lift access Wired Internet Laundry service Wi-fi Room service Car park Garage Wheelchair-accessible Babysitting service Small pets allowed (under 5 kg) Garden Large pets allowed (over 5 kg) hotel American Express Bathroom Internet access Bar Tea and coffee making facilities Ironing set Carpeted floors Conference room Central heating Nearest Bus / Metro Stop Shower Restaurant HighchairsView more

Rooms features

Carpeted floors Central heating Hairdryer Direct dial telephone Internet access Bathroom Extra beds on demand Bathtub TV Tea and coffee making facilities Ironing set Wi-fi Wake-up service Cot on demand Shower NO Wheelchair-accessible NO Disability-friendly bathroom

Description

Castle Hotel is located in the heart of England·s beautiful West Country, the Castle is the ideal base for exploring a region rich in history. This is the land of King Arthur, King Alfred, Lorna Doone·s Exmoor and the monastic foundations of Glastonbury and Wells. Roman and Regency Bath, Longleat House and the majestic gardens of Stourhead and Hestercombe.* The Restaurant is on the ground floor, elegant and formal, serving excellent english and international cuisine. The newly decorated restaurant has a Michelin star and has won a host of other awards including "Best outside of London" in Tatlers Restaurant Awards 2002.

* Relax and enjoy light snacks, a Somerset Cream Tea, a coffee or glass of wine in the Rose Room with its large comfortable sofas.* The hotels bedrooms are all individually decorated and furnished to a high standard in a traditional elegant style.

* All the bedrooms are large in size and in very good condition. The bathrooms are medium in size and in excellent condition, all with bath and shower.

Description

Property Location When you stay at The Castle at Taunton in Taunton, you'll be minutes from County Cricket Ground. This 4-star hotel is within the region of Fyne Court and The Willows and Wetlands Visitor Centre.Rooms Stay in one of 44 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.Amenities Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).Dining Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafés, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.