The Old Vicarage Hotel & Restaurant
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About this property
The Old Vicarage Hotel & Restaurant is one of the oldest buildings in Bridgwater, with some parts dating back to the 14th century. The property has undergone extensive renovations to the oldest parts of the property, including 9 of the bedrooms, in 2019. The bar and restaurant serves lunch, evening meals and we offer all our guest a continental breakfast buffet with home-cooked traditional as well. Located in the heart of the town center, there is a garden and patio area, where guests can enjoy their morning coffee, lunch or a drink. Just off of the M5 at Junction 24, the hotel is close to many attractions such as Cheddar Gorge, Quantock Hills, Glastonbury, Wells, Wookey Hole and the city of Bristol.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Bryan
United Kingdom
“Although parking is limited, we were satisfied with help from staff. Good food but a limited menu. Being in the middle of town there were options nearby. Location is so special, being in the middle of town, and right by St Mary's church.” - Ben
United Kingdom
“I was a little nervous when I realised of Saturday night noise my room was right at the front but i didn't hear a peep. Bed was SUPER comfy too!” - Jill
United States
“The staff were so wonderful - all of them. The food and service in the bar and restaurant was really good. The hotel is a very old building and so ‘quirky’ is to be expected, but comfort is provided everywhere. It’s also great value for sure.” - Rhiannon
United Kingdom
“The Old Vecarage Hotel is a beautiful property. The hosts were very welcoming, even giving our little dog a lovely welcome. Really lovely to stay somewhere that is so dog friendly.” - Antony
United Kingdom
“The bedroom was comfortable. The pub, dining and breakfast areas were absolutely full of character. The evening meal I had was delicious - homemade lasagne. We were served by a very professional and helpful chap (slim with circular glasses,...” - Addison
United Kingdom
“Charming old building full of interesting features. Beautiful walled garden. The staff were very friendly and helpful and our Sunday evening meal was very good. Our bedroom was in a very old part of the building and had a wig cupboard! Bathroom...” - Penelope
United Kingdom
“We stayed at The Old Vicarage as a fairly large group. We had booked out 10 rooms of various sizes about a year ago. We ended up using 8. We ate dinner, 15 of us, in the evening and all had breakfast the following morning. Peter, Jen and the other...” - Carol
Australia
“Absolutely Fabulous greeting from the property owners. Wonderful atmosphere in the dining area. Food was delightful. Accommodation was typical hotel. Clean which is priority.” - Lynne
United Kingdom
“Beautiful garden and indoor decor Fantastic history and period features Great staff Fabulous stay” - Angus
United Kingdom
“Easy to find, the venue and atmosphere exceeded our expectations and the service was attentive/excellent”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Vicarage Kitchen
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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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 print
Due to the age of the building, there are steep stairs leading to certain rooms, which may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility. Furthermore, some rooms have wonky floors, to be avoided if you suffer from any imbalance symptoms.
Please note that parking at the hotel is very limited. Spaces are allocated spaces on a first come, first served basis. However, there is free parking from 18:00 - 08:00 on the road outside the hotel, or 18:00 - 09:00 in close by car parks. Parking tickets will be refunded. There are also 2 drop off spaces outside the hotel.
The Old Vicarage Hotel welcomes well-behaved dogs in the classic rooms for a GBP 15 per night, per dog fee. They will be provided with a dog bed, bowls, treats and toilet bags. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times, mess must be picked up and disposed of and no dog may be left in a room on its own. Please inform the property in advance if traveling with a pet.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.