The Castle Hotel, Bishop's Castle ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Market Square, Bishop's Castle, United Kingdom, SY9 5BN

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9.6

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4.6

“The Castle Hotel is perfectly situated amidst the stunning Shropshire Hills, offering amazing views and a charming ambiance.”view full review

The Castle Hotel, a 4-star inn in Bishop's Castle, offers a blend of historic charm and comfort with 13 individually styled en-suite bedrooms, three bars, and an oak-paneled restaurant. Renowned for its beautiful gardens, it also welcomes dogs at no extra charge.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms feature free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and complimentary bottled water. Each en-suite bathroom includes free toiletries and a hairdryer, with some rooms providing scenic views of the gardens or Shropshire Hills.

Dining Options

The Castle Hotel's restaurant serves a modern food menu, featuring locally sourced ingredients. Popular dishes include lamb shepherd's pie and local ale-battered haddock. Outdoor seating on the terrace offers views of the Shropshire Hills in warmer months.

Leisure & Activities

Guests can unwind in the extensive gardens, which feature panoramic views and areas to relax. Nearby activities include walking and cycling, with numerous trails starting from the hotel. Notable landmarks, such as Powis Castle, are within a 30-minute drive.

Services & Accessibility

The Castle Hotel provides a friendly atmosphere for dog owners, with dogs welcome to stay for free. Additional amenities include free onsite parking and wheelchair access to the bars and restaurant via the garden entrance.

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The Castle Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Twin Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Double or Twin Room

2 persons

110 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Basic Double Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

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Facilities

The Castle Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Stay

“Our room was exceptionally clean and well-appointed, offering stunning views that made our stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was lovely, featuring top-quality sausages and bacon, and even a special breakfast for our dog, which was a wonderful touch.” view full review

Dog-Friendly Amenities

“The dog welcome pack was a good surprise, along with a dedicated dog-washing area, ensuring our stay was comfortable for both us and our canine companion.” view full review

Beautiful Gardens

“The hotel's gardens were impressive, with well-lit seating areas that created a relaxing atmosphere perfect for evening drinks.” view full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Castle Hotel Location

Market Square, Bishop's Castle, United Kingdom, SY9 5BN

Map view

Market Square, Bishop's Castle, United Kingdom, SY9 5BN

City landmarks

Landmark

Walcot Hall

3.0 mi

Landmark

Tranquil Parks Ltd

2.7 mi

Nearby

Museum

The House on Crutches Museum

700 ft

32 High Street

Rural Retro

600 ft

Restaurants

The Ganges

500 ft

12 Market Square

The Three Tuns Inn

600 ft

Salop Street

The Poppy House

100 ft

20 Market Square

Bishops Castle Delight

400 ft

4 Salop Street

Dragons Lair

600 ft

13 Market Square

The Happy Bap

700 ft

39 High Street

Marlon's @ No 19

800 ft

19 High Street

Heath House Tea Rooms

1000 ft

Heath House Bishops CASTLE ROAD./ UNION

The Kings Head

1500 ft

48 Church Street

The Boar's Head

1700 ft

Bishop's Castle

Getting around

City Centre

Bishop's Castle8 min · 2000 ft

Airports

Chester Hawarden (CEG)143 min · 58.9 mi

Gloucestershire (GLO)169 min · 69.9 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-22:00

Check-out

from 08:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP16.50 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Castle Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 437 verified reviews

9.3/10

Perfect

94%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Comfort

9.4/10

Facilities

9.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Location

9.5/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Staff

9.6/10

Value for money

8.9/10

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