Bovey Castle
North Bovey, Dartmoor National Park, Moretonhampstead, TQ13 8RE, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 592 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
beautiful loaction, very peaceful, but narrow roads to get there
IsraelAmazing property and a fantastic time, pricey but worth it 👍
United KingdomRooms are lovely, spacious, and comfortable. Would highly recommend eating at the restaurant too, the food was delicious
United Kingdomall of it, it’s a beautiful castle with lovely views of the grounds
United KingdomVery nice, great facilities and quality. Amazing grounds and lots of activities.
United KingdomRoom and view was amazing. Very quiet. The swimming pool was very nice. The less formal atmosphere was relaxing.
United Kingdomfantastic location and downstairs castle room spectacular. also pool amazing and liked the outdoor pursuits
United KingdomLocation awesome, friendly staff, very attentive to your needs, great facilities and activities. The spa and pool were excellent.
United KingdomEverything, food, activities, comfort, decor and experience
United KingdomStunning property in a stunning location. Beautiful reception rooms to lounge in & lovely restaurant with gorgeous food on offer
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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Bovey Castle
In the heart of Dartmoor National Park and 15 minutes from the A30, the historic, luxurious 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 peaceful Edwardian gardens, the golf course and the River Bovey. Some bedrooms have wonderful views, and all have facilities for making tea and coffee and a TV.
Bovey Castle also won the Gold Award for Large Hotel of the Year from the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2018-19.
There are two restaurant choices for dining - Smith’s Brasserie offers dishes inspired from the Mediterranean, with spectacular countryside views and a roaring fire pit. The Tasting Room is an intimate dining experience offer a 7 course tasting menu.
Bovey Castle also offers a choice of breakfast (not lodge guests) and afternoon tea.
The hotel offers activities for young and old, including falconry displays, woodland walks, a large indoor swimming pool, and a wide range of activities on site including a 4x4 off road track, sloe gin making, rifle shooting, clay pigeon shooting and archery.
Limited evening dining access.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
See what guests loved the most:
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Israel“beautiful loaction, very peaceful, but narrow roads to get there”- AAnonymous
United Kingdom“Amazing property and a fantastic time, pricey but worth it 👍” 
KUnited Kingdom“Rooms are lovely, spacious, and comfortable. Would highly recommend eating at the restaurant too, the food was delicious”- ElysiaUnited Kingdom“all of it, it’s a beautiful castle with lovely views of the grounds”
ChrisUnited Kingdom“Very nice, great facilities and quality. Amazing grounds and lots of activities.”
RichardUnited Kingdom“Room and view was amazing. Very quiet. The swimming pool was very nice. The less formal atmosphere was relaxing.”- LevesqueUnited Kingdom“fantastic location and downstairs castle room spectacular. also pool amazing and liked the outdoor pursuits”
NeilUnited Kingdom“Location awesome, friendly staff, very attentive to your needs, great facilities and activities. The spa and pool were excellent.”
DavidUnited Kingdom“Everything, food, activities, comfort, decor and experience”- LisaUnited Kingdom“Stunning property in a stunning location. Beautiful reception rooms to lounge in & lovely restaurant with gorgeous food on offer”
- Covid 19 policies? Do you offer breakfast in the price?No breakfast is extra to the price - £25 per adult and £15 per child.Answered on 4 July 2020
- Can we bring our own travel cot for our baby and stay in the Classic double room?we can provide cots, free of charge. Most Classic rooms will accommodate 1 cotAnswered on 20 October 2019
- Are dogs aloud to stay?Yes, dogs are welcome in all of our accommodation at the cost of an additional £25 per dog, per night.Answered on 29 July 2019
- Is there a kettle in the room to make tea?Yes, there are kettles all of our roomsAnswered on 22 October 2019
- Is there a charge for dogs? Do they stay in the room? Can we confirm nearer the date how many dogs or do we have to confirm on booking?Dogs are charged at £25.00, per dog, per night, and we will provide bowls, bed and crate/cage if required. This can be arranged on arrival. Please not..Answered on 17 January 2020
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Smiths Brasserie
- 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
- Restaurant
- 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
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 15 and above are considered 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.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Bovey Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
- 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.
- Please note that 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 have limited access to restaurant dining, but can order food to the lodge.
- 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 any of the restaurants;
- We are able to serve dinner from our Smith's Brasserie menu 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.
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.
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.
FAQs about Bovey Castle
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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.
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Room options at Bovey Castle include:
- Triple
- Single
- Double
- Quad
- Apartment
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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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Check-in at Bovey Castle is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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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 1 restaurant:
- Smiths Brasserie
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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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Guests staying at Bovey Castle can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- À la carte
