Dunster Castle Hotel

4.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Minehead, England, TA24 6SF
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunster Dolls Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunster Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Value)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, City View (Kingsize)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Single/Small Double)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Dunster Castle Hotel

A bar/lounge, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
Dunster Castle Hotel offers 9 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Dunster Castle Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Exmoor National Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a bar are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as pet-sitting services.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Steps from Dunster Dolls Museum and The Chocolate House
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including pet-sitting services
As a guest of Dunster Castle Hotel, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Minehead hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 12.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Pet-sitting services are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 40.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 12.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

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Dunster Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 294 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was large, clean and very comfortable. All staff were very friendly and welcoming, and thr service they provided was excellent. Breakfast was delicious. Would very much recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant hotel

First class, very nice people, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, perfectly located in the town centre. Well appointed rooms and charming throughout. Very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Excellent welcome. Beds and pillows extremely comfortable. Room was spotless. Excellent breakfast with good choices.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful friendly hotel in a stunning village.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room comfy bed quite and peaceful fridge in the hallway for anyone to use if you need cold drinks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic friendly place to stay.

Fantastic place to stay. Friendly welcome, relaxed environment, comfortable room and perfect breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hosts

Very friendly hosts and lovely breakfast. Beautiful town with lots to see and do. Well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Beautiful location, lovely hotel and so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hosts John & Lisa perfect hosts lovely hotel WORTH A VISIT
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great hosts, nothing was too much trouble and breakfast was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel in the centre of Dunster so didn’t need to move the car for the whole weekend. We were able to park our car in the hotel’s car park at back of property. Breakfast was very good - freshly cooked, The owners were very friendly & helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An extremely pleasant and friendly hotel in the heart of Dunster.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1-Night Stay, Great Hotel

Great 1 night stay. Lovely hosts and lovely hotel. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money, very friendly and generous hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Summer break.

The two night stay was absolutely brilliant, the hotel was lovely the owners could not do enough to make your stay as good as possible. The room we had was large and very comfortable and the food was second to none, breakfast and evening meals. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone whose interested in visiting Dunster.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old and well decorated hotel. The Sunday roast dinner is the best Easy walking to Dunster Castle which is a must see. A highly recommended place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy staying at Dunster Castle Hotel with Lisa and John. Very welcoming and helpful. The breakfast was delicious as was the roast dinner. Good portions and very tasty. It was great that we could take our dog. Room was spotless and very comfortable. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service

The rooms were lovely & clean. John & Lisa were extremely helpful & friendly. Food was extremely good. I would definitely recommend although maybe not so good if you have mobility issues. We had a lovely time & and would definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky little hotel the staff were excellent couldn’t do enough for me.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Lovely hotel, really liked the quirky decor in the breakfast / dining area. Really nice comfy bed and delicious breakfast. The owners lovely and friendly, id definitely stay there again ( and it had parking which was a bonus for Dunster)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay with personable hosts. Room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. Very convenient for visiting the town and castle.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary break

Fantastic place to stay, very welcoming and comfortable in a beautiful town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023