Bovey Castle
North Bovey, Dartmoor National Park, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8RE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
In the heart of Dartmoor National Park and 15 minutes from the A30, the historic, Bovey Castle sits high on the valley's edge. It offers a spa and golf course, and free parking. The castle is located over 3 floors and overlooks Edwardian gardens, the golf course and the River Bovey. Some bedrooms have views, and all have facilities for making tea and coffee and a TV. There are two restaurant choices for dining, The Great Western Grill, with à la carte menu, offering traditional favorites, meats, grills, steaks, house specials, fish and shellfish. Dishes range from dressed Brixham crab salad to red wine braised oxtail cottage pie, and poached native lobster with truffle macaroni cheese. Also the Smith’s Brasserie offers dishes inspired from the Mediterranean, with countryside views and a fire pit. Bovey Castle also offers a choice of breakfast and afternoon tea. The hotel offers activities, including falconry displays, woodland walks, a indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, gym, a range of beauty treatments and a range of activities on site including a 4x4 off road track, sloe gin making, rifle shooting, clay pigeon shooting and archery.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Sustainability certification
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Guests who stayed here loved
Billie
United States of America“This facility is absolutely stunning and very charming. We visited as part of our 36th wedding anniversary to get away from the big city atmosphere and we're so glad to have chosen this wonderful location as part of our European Holiday! WE WILL...”- Benjamin
United Kingdom“Beautiful setting and lovely staff. In particular, Isaac who ran the shooting, Rob and Paul on the bar (although all the bar staff were excellent), and Anna and Daisy in the spa. They could not have been more welcoming, friendly and helpful. It...” 
Hala United Kingdom“This is our third time at Bovey Castle .. we were among the last group of guests just before lockdown. It’s a special place for us. It’s so beautiful and the staff are great.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Smiths Brasserie
- CuisineMediterranean
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Great Western Grill
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Amenities of Bovey CastleGreat facilities! Review score, 9
- Indoor swimming pool
- Spa
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Refrigerator
- ArcheryAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Tennis equipment
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Ping-pong
- Pool table
- Playground
- FishingAdditional charge
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Tennis court
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Baby safety gates
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Pet bowls
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/Beach towels
- Locker rooms
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Latvian
- Polish
- Romanian
House rulesBovey Castle takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
- Rooms are serviced daily, and lodges every 3 days.
- Children may use the indoor pool between 09:00 and 17:00 when accompanied by an adult.
Please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
- The property cannot accept bookings of more than 4 rooms or 2 lodges.
- If you are traveling with children, please ensure any requests you make are confirmed.
- Spa treatments and activities can be booked for an extra charge and it is recommended this is done prior to arrival to avoid disappointment.
- Please pre-book all dinner and breakfast requirements.
- Lodge guests access to all hotel facilities including dining, and there is a limited food offering to the lodges.
- One dog can be accommodated at the property in the Single, & Classic rooms and 2 medium size dogs in the Castle, Valley and Family Rooms for an additional fee of GBP 25 per dog per night. Guests must inform the property when booking if bringing a dog. Please note the following with regard to their stay:
- All dogs must be aged 6 months or over and fully house-trained;
- Dogs must be kept on a lead around the estate (please avoid walking on the golf course);
- Dogs are welcome in the hotel in the bedrooms, Cathedral Room, the Library, the seating area under the main stairs and the South Terrace;
- Dogs are not allowed in the Oak Bar, The Adam Room and the Great Western Grill.
- Should you wish to have your dog with you at dinner there are a limited number of dog friendly tables available Smith's Brasserie so please pre-book. Alternatively we are able to serve dinner in the Cathedral Room should you wish to dine with your dog;
- Dogs are not allowed on any furniture, and should you wish to leave them for a short while while you are in the hotel we can provide a crate for them on request.
Please inform Bovey Castle of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
FAQs about Bovey Castle
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Bovey Castle on this page.
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Bovey Castle has 2 restaurants:
- Smiths Brasserie
- Great Western Grill
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Bovey Castle offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Playground
- Pool table
- Ping-pong
- Fishing
- Tennis court
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Horseback riding
- Walking tours
- Tennis equipment
- Locker rooms
- Beauty services
- Archery
- Facial treatments
- Swimming pool
- Waxing services
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Light therapy
- Spa facilities
- Steam room
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full-body massage
- Fitness
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Bovey Castle is 1.6 miles from the center of Moretonhampstead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Bovey Castle is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Guests staying at Bovey Castle can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- À la carte
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The prices at Bovey Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Room options at Bovey Castle include:
- Triple
- Single
- Double
- Quad
- Apartment
