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Bovey Castle

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Lounge
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Exterior detail
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
2 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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North Bovey, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, England, TQ13 8RE
  • Popular LocationBecky Falls13 min drive
  • Popular LocationDartmoor National Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastle Drogo18 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)50 min drive
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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Single Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Junior Room (State)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Room (Valley Castle)

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Classic Room

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Room (Castle)

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Room (State)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Castle Lodge

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Grand Room (State)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Smart TV
Clothes dryer
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, Bovey Castle is in a rural area and on a river. Grimspound and clapper bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Stone Lane Gardens and Higher Knowle. Travelling with kids? Consider House of Marbles and Trago Family Fun Park. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Becky Falls - 13 min drive
  • Dartmoor National Park - 15 min drive
  • Castle Drogo - 18 min drive
  • Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park - 23 min drive
  • University of Exeter - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Exeter St David's Station - 28 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Thatch Inn - 21 min drive
  • East Dart Hotel - 13 min drive
  • The Horse - 6 min drive
  • Home Farm Cafe - 18 min drive
  • The Union Inn - 6 min drive

About this property

Bovey Castle

Luxury boutique hotel by the river
At Bovey Castle, you can look forward to 18 holes of golf, a terrace and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the fishing, archery and cycling at this hotel. Indulge in a body scrub, a body treatment and a body wrap at Elan Spa, the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy lunch and dinner, along with Mediterranean cuisine and garden views at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Express check-out, concierge services and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All 82 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and dressing gowns, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Highchairs, electric kettles and limited housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.
Bovey Castle is listed in the 2011 Condé Nast Traveller Gold List of the world's best places to stay.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Latvian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 25 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Great Western Grill
  • Smith's Brasserie

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf carts
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services
  • Weekly housekeeping

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1907
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access to the fitness facility and pool are by reservation only.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 19 2025 to February 4 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 10 November to 26 November:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bovey Castle
Bovey Castle Hotel
Bovey Castle Hotel Newton Abbot
Bovey Castle Newton Abbot
Castle Bovey
Bovey Castle Hotel
Bovey Castle Newton Abbot
Bovey Castle Hotel Newton Abbot

Frequently asked questions

Does Bovey Castle have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Bovey Castle?

As of 22 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bovey Castle on 12 Jun 2024 start from RM 1,139.32, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Bovey Castle pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Bovey Castle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bovey Castle?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bovey Castle?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Bovey Castle located?

This family-friendly Newton Abbot hotel is located on the riverfront, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Arts & Craft Chapel, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Stone Lane Gardens and Becky Falls. Fernworthy Lake and Jay's Grave are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Bovey Castle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 393 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Clive

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stately home with lovely gardens. We had the cheapest room on the third floor and it was fine. The evening meal was ok but not fantastic. There is plenty to do and must be a golfers paradise. The ground floor rooms were magnificent
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel! Surroundings and hotel itself are stunning. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Very dog friendly. The only downside is that food could be better especially breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Cameron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the Bovee castle hotel, and surrounding grounds absolutely delightful! The staff were friendly and attentive, and there was an error of elegance through most of the facility. We were far less impressed however with the available dining in the bistro. While the staff were still friendly, the food was uninspiring bordering on mediocre. This restaurant lacked any of the field of elegance. The characterized the rest of the hotel and almost seemed not to fit. There's a second, far more elegant dining room, but that facility was not open, so we can't speak to it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAIMA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely stay
Really enjoyed our brief stay at Bovey Castle. The location was fabulous, the staff were lovely and couldn't have been more helpful. Didn't want to leave!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is quite rare to be met with so much enthusiasm and friendliness from each and every member of staff during our stay. The hotel is in a lovely settling and oozes atmosphere and luxury. We particularly loved the pool where we could relax undisturbed. We had dinner in both restaurants and enjoyed the food (and service) very much. All in all, every single aspect of our stay is rated 5 star; a superb experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Emanuele

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our recent experience with Bovey Castle was deeply disappointing. We had our reservation cancelled abruptly because we were bringing our cat, despite having no such issues in the past. The Deputy General Manager's handling of the situation lacked any personal communication or courtesy, leaving us feeling utterly disregarded as guests. This incident raises serious concerns about the hotel's customer service. As a result, l urge fellow cat lovers and pet owners to reconsider patronizing this hotel. It's crucial to support establishments that value all their guests, including those with furry companions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

JON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic from the front desk to restaurant service. They have it right.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Very nice hotel with lots of good activities. The food was good and the hotel itself very nice. The only comments I would make was the service was pretty terrible in the bar and lounge area, slow not too friendly and I had to ask 3 times where my order was, no real apology. The spa is nice but the pool area very dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024