The Great Western Hotel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.0

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Great Western Hotel in Taunton offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, TV, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the bar, and utilise the coffee shop. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish. Fresh pastries, warm dishes, fruits, and juice enhance the morning experience. Prime Location: Located 50 km from Exeter International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Woodlands Castle (4.6 km) and Dunster Castle (35 km). Public transport options and excellent staff support ensure a convenient stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Kerry
Australia Australia
“Good location opposite the railway station with restaurants and pubs close by. Clean and well presented with tea, coffee, water and biscuits provided. Staff were friendly and helpful.”
Angela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good facilities in room and staff were warm and welcoming”
Rabridges
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly and attentive. The location was perfect for my needs.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location staff very helpful and friendly. Very clean through out the hotel. Very good breakfast.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location, easy parking. Hotel very clean, staff very friendly and helpful. Very good choice at breakfast.”
Alwaleed
Bahrain Bahrain
“Location, free parking, breakfast, comfort of the bed”
Philip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean and there were some nice touches Nice shower. The breakfast was excellent. Close to Taunton station and ten minutes walk to town centre. Free parking.”
Joy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely breakfast with a lot of choices. I wasn’t happy with the room I was allocated at first but within two days I was swapped to a larger and more favourable room and the staff were very friendly and efficient. I will be visiting the hotel again...”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Small 15 room property with a very professional touch. Comfortable bed and good inroom facilities. Exceptionally cheerful and helpful staff.”
Paula
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good but would have been nice if you could get a latte rather than just filter coffee. Enough choice.”

Hotel surroundings

House rules

The Great Western Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Great Western Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.