The Best Castle
Hotels near Cardiff

Unique. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept in one of the bedchambers and walked through the ancient gardens at Thornbury Castle - A Relais & Chateaux Hotel, a Tudor castle near the Cotswolds and Welsh Borders. Thornbury Castle - A Relais & Chateaux Hotel, a Relais & Chateaux hotel, resonates with history and is the only Tudor Castle in England to be opened as a hotel. At the castle you will discover atmospheric bedchambers, delicious Sunday lunches in our three AA Rosette restaurant, free broadband, roaring fires and many historic features including suits of armour. On-site facilities include croquet and archery, and clay-pigeon shooting and falconry can be arranged with prior notice (extra charge). Show full description

Delightful property. Lovely surroundings. The Manor House is a stunning 14th-century building set in 365 acres of secluded parkland on the outskirts of Bath. Untouched since the 17th century, the Cotswold village Castle Combe, is home to the definitive country hotel retreat. The award-winning Michelin starred Bybrook Restaurant has a diverse, imaginative menu and the hotels very own pub, The Castle Inn, located in the heart of the village, serves traditional pub food from 12:00 until 21:00 everyday. Nearby attractions include Castle Combe Skid Pan 4x4 & Kart Track which is a 5-minute drive away. With 50 individually designed bedrooms, located in either the Main House or the Mews Cottages adjacent to the main building, no two rooms are the same. Rooms are luxurious and perfectly combine the traditional with the modern. Each room has luxury toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities and a pillow menu. The oak-panelled Full Glass Bar has a relaxing atmosphere. The Peter Allis designed 18 hole Championship golf course is located adjacent to the hotel where residents can take advantage of reduced green fee rates. Guests will also find the hotel's gym here, The Loft. There are many things to do at the hotel including putting, tennis, croquet and fly fishing in season. Bath can be reached in 30 minutes by car and Stonehenge is an hour away. Show full description

Historic. Superb interior design. The Priory is nestled within the historic town of Caerleon on the River Usk. Dating back to 1180, this hotel was originally a Cistercian monastery. It has a fantastic à la carte restaurant, and is situated in secluded grounds in the historic town of Caerleon, on the River Usk. Many of the traditional rooms at The Priory Hotel retain original period features, and all come with a flat-screen multi-channel TV. Rooms all have picturesque views, their own bathroom, and a work desk. Each morning, breakfast is provided in the Oak Panel Room, with its antique stained glass and wooden panels that date back to 1622. The restaurant offers a wide-ranging menu for evening meals, and outdoor seating is available in the pretty gardens. The centre of Newport is just a 10-minute drive from The Priory. Cardiff and Bristol can both be reached in around 30 minutes by car. Show full description

Beach front location. Beautiful. Great restaurant. This historic Gothic mansion sits in tranquil parkland on the Cotswold Edge, beside the Severn Valley and close to Bristol. It offers fine dining, a leisure club, and spacious, traditional rooms. By junction 14 of the M5, De Vere Tortworth Estate is a Grade II Listed building. De Vere Tortworth Estate features Moreton's Restaurant in the charming former library, with oak-panelled walls and a magnificent fireplace. It has one of Britain's finest arboretums with 300 rare and protected trees in 30 acres of parkland. The leisure club has an indoor pool, spa bath, gym, and a sauna. There is also a steam room and a beauty therapy centre for guests to enjoy. The restaurant serves freshly prepared breakfasts, evening meals and fine wines, with stunning garden views. Show full description

Close to beach front. Cosy. Cosy rooms. This 16th century country house is on the slopes of the Quantock Hills, 15 miles from Exmoor National Park. It has quiet gardens, free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. The Castle of Comfort Country House is just off the A39, less than 10 miles from Bridgwater. The house was a coaching inn during the 17th century and still has many original features, such as wooden beams. The 5-star house has a Gold Award from VisitBritain. The Castle of Comfort is now a small country house providing 5-star guest accommodation. The en suite rooms have TVs, telephones, hairdryers, tea/coffee and free sherry. There are large gardens, a lounge for drinks and a restaurant that is open every evening except Sundays. Show full description

Elegant. Amazing pool. In a luxury country house set within 4 acres of beautiful grounds, The Bath Priory Hotel features a luxury spa and celebrated restaurant. The hotel is situated less than 2 miles from Bath Abbey. The Bath Priory's restaurant offers modern French dishes and seasonal dining. The Pantry offers casual dining with drinks in a cosy atmosphere. It is open from 09:00 until late. Opening onto the leafy gardens, the Provence-inspired Garden Spa by L'Occitane at The Bath Priory features an indoor heated swimming pool with a pool-side sauna and modern steam pod. L'Occitane beauty treatments are also available by appointment. The luxurious rooms at Bath Priory have elegant decor and free WiFi access. All rooms feature period furniture and spacious en-suite bathrooms with fluffy bathrobes and designer toiletries. Surrounded by rolling Avon countryside, The Bath Priory Hotel is a 20-minute walk from the Jane Austen Centre. The hotel has free parking, and lively Bristol is a 20-minute drive away. Show full description

Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Providing garden views and a garden, De Courceys Manor Suites & Cottages is located in the Cardiff Outskirts district of Cardiff, 9.4 km from Cardiff Castle and 10 km from Principality Stadium. There is a private entrance at the country house for the convenience of those who stay. St David's Hall is 10 km from De Courceys Manor Suites & Cottages, while Cardiff University is 11 km away. This pet-friendly country house also has free WiFi. At the country house, units have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Each unit is equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and slippers, while some rooms are equipped with a fully equipped kitchen equipped with a dishwasher. At the country house, units come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the country house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cardiff, like hiking. The country house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 18 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Charming. Great location. Dating from the 12th century, the historical Castle Inn boasts original features and an innovative restaurant. Situated in picturesque Castle Combe, the Castle Combe Circuit is half a mile away. The Castle Inn serves a creative British menu and an extensive wine list, whilst the lounge bar offers informal lunches and light snacks. Situated in Castle Combe market place, The Castle Inn has an interesting history as a former retreat of Oliver Cromwell. The beautiful bedrooms are elegantly decorated, each with individual character. All rooms offer tea and coffee facilities and an en suite bathroom with a cosy bathrobe. There is also a conservatory dining room and an ample garden terrace. With open log fires, exposed beams and sloping walls, the magnificent building is just 12 miles from the city of Bath. The Manor House Golf Club is a 10-minute walk away. Show full description

Charming. Great views. Popular among couples. In the Exmoor National Park, the 13th-century Luttrell Arms offers medieval features and picturesque gardens. It boasts individual bedrooms with antique furniture, a TV, CD player and tea/coffee facilities. Set on a hillside in the quaint town of Dunster, Luttrell Arms is just 5 minutes' walk from Dunster Castle. The local beach is just 1 mile away. The Luttrell Arms restaurant serves modern British food, while the cosy bar offers a traditional menu. There is a pretty garden with an outside seating area. Some of the rooms feature elegant four-poster beds. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Set in 650 acres of beautiful Welsh countryside, Vale Resort features a luxury spa, 2 championship golf courses and 2 restaurants. The resort is a 15-minute drive from Cardiff. The grand estate has free on-site parking, and Cardiff Castle can be reached in a 20-minute drive. The elegant bedrooms have air conditioning, a seating area and interactive TV with internet access. Some rooms have a private balcony or scenic views across the Vale of Glamorgan. With an AA Rosette, Vale Grill serves modern Welsh cuisine featuring fresh local produce. The stylish champagne bar has a grand piano, and there is also a casual bistro and Clubhouse bar. The Vale Resort Leisure Centre features a swimming pool and spacious gym. Guests can relax in the spa, with its sauna, hot tub, steam room, relaxation lounge, and treatment rooms. Vale Resort is situated in Hensol, just a 2-minute drive from the M4 motorway. Show full description

Historic property. Superb breakfast. Situated 25 minutes drive from the historic cities of Bath and Bristol, surrounded by quaint villages and stunning countryside, The Old Parsonage is a Grade II* listed 17th-century house, which retains many original features such as period fireplaces and a 17th-century staircase. Free Wi-Fi is provided at The Old Parsonage and en suite bathroom, smart flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee making facilities. Rooms also include antique furniture and chandeliers. A freshly cooked full English breakfast with homemade baked goods is served in the dining room for Bed & Breakfast guests together with coffee and a selection of teas, all complimentary. A large sitting room is available for guests to relax in and a courtyard and garden. The cathedral city of Wells is a 20-minute drive away and features the oldest continuously inhabited medieval street in Europe and an impressive cathedral. Show full description

Beach front location. Highly elegant. Outstanding SPA facilities. Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa is a spectacular country-house hotel with Michelin Star dining. It is 9.7 km from Bath within a private 500-acre estate with a walled garden. Lucknam Park has a unique Equestrian Centre, 2 floodlit tennis courts, a 5-a-side football pitch, croquet lawn and mountain bikes on which to explore the estate. The majestic 5 Red Star hotel boasts an extensive award winning spa and an equestrian centre with 35 horses. The property also features The Hideaway which offers a range of activities for children. Dinner, lunches, treatments, pool use and a range of different activities are possible on site. Advanced reservations are recommended. This is the perfect destination for those needing to escape city life. Dinner and lunch are possible on site. Advanced dinner reservations are recommended. Show full description

Charming. Good breakfast. Dating back to 1609, this charming manor is believed to be the oldest dwelling house in Keynsham Village. It retains period features like oak beams, and offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Rooms at The Old Manor House Hotel are quaint and traditional in style, and some even feature an original old safe (although these don’t work). The Old Manor House is situated between Bath and Bristol, a 15-minute drive from both cities. Other benefits include a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can relax in the bar, with its roaring log fires and exposed brick walls. An à la carte menu is served in the restaurant, and each morning a full English breakfast is provided. Glastonbury, famous for its music festival, is 30 miles away, and Weston-super-Mare is 25 miles from the building. Show full description

Beach front location. Great views. Host of the 2010 Ryder Cup golfing competition, this award-winning resort is set in 2000 acres of parkland in the Usk Valley. It comprises a 5-star hotel and a historic 19th-century manor house. The Celtic Manor Resort features a range of facilities to ensure the success of guests’ business events and special occasions. There is the award-winning Forum Spa, as well as 5 restaurants and 3 championship golf courses. There are 2 adventure golf courses and the treetop adventure course Forest Jump. Clay pigeon shooting, fishing and mountain biking can all be arranged. These include a comprehensive convention centre and exhibition hall, 31 function rooms and 5 restaurants. Rooms all have a TV with satellite channels, and there is a 24-hour front desk. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Show full description

Set in Barry, in a historic building, 1.1 km from Limpert Bay Beach, Gileston Manor Luxury B&B is a bed and breakfast with a private beach area and garden. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 5 km from Gileston Manor Luxury B&B. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a kettle. Every unit includes a private bathroom with a bath. At the bed and breakfast, the units include bed linen and towels. A selection of options including fresh pastries, fruits and juice is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests may chill out in the in-house bar or lounge. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this bed and breakfast offers ample opportunities to wind down. Watch House Beach is 2.2 km from the bed and breakfast, while Cardiff Bay is 23 km from the property. Show full description

Cosy. Great views. Popular among couples. Set on the edge of a steep hillside overlooking the Golden Valley, Burleigh Court Hotel is a 18th-century Cotswold-stone manor house located in the heart of Royal Gloucestershire. The hotel boasts a large garden, as well as an on-site restaurant and a bar. Each of the individually decorated and furnished bedrooms offers views of the property's gardens or across the Golden Valley. They include a seating area and a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or a shower. Some rooms also come with a fireplace and large four-poster beds. Burleigh Court's restaurant offers a two-rosette dining experience serving a locally-sourced menu using only top-draw ingredients and kitchen garden produce. Guests can enjoy a drink in the bar or the terrace from the extensive variety of wines, ales and spirits offered in the bar. A full English breakfast is also served every morning in the common dining room or in the guest rooms upon request. Guests can relax on the hotel's garden, which is listed on the Good Garden Guide and features terraces, ponds and pools with hidden pathways and Cotswold-stone walls. Burleigh Court Hotel is located 15 km from Gloucester and a 1-hour drive from Cardiff. Bristol is located 40 minutes away by car. Show full description

Great location. Set in a magnificent castle, the Castle Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and features a stylish brasserie, luxurious bedrooms, and leafy gardens. The hotel is situated in Taunton, just a 10-minute drive from Hestercombe Gardens. The family-run Castle Hotel is just 2 miles from the M5 motorway. The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, and each has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms have a modern bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hearty breakfasts are available daily. The beautiful Exmoor National Park can be reached in a 20-minute drive. Show full description

Great location. Offering an la carte restaurant, The Castle Inn is located in Usk. It has free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and in all bedrooms. At The Castle Inn, guests will find a garden and a bar serving snacks. The Castle Inn features room only accommodation, offers complimentary continental items in Guest rooms and serves meal (Lunch & Dinner) for fixed price/ person. The rooms include flat-screen TV, a work desk, ironing supplies, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bath or shower rooms offer a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, a shared lounge, and a games room with a dart board. The hotel is 1 mile from Usk Castle. Bristol Airport is 40 miles away. Show full description

Luxurious. Wonderful SPA facilities. Popular among couples. A meandering wooded driveway leads to a delightful oasis of calm and serenity at Northcote Manor, set in beautiful Devon countryside. At this hotel, life is conducted at a slow, relaxing pace. Northcote Manor is within easy reach of Exmoor, Dartmoor and the North Devon coast, which makes for excellent walking and beautiful scenery. The area has an abundance of historic buildings cared for by the National Trust, including Arlington Court, Knighthayes Court, Killerton and Castle Drogo. It is truly a place for refreshment; a place to recharge your energy and step free from stress. RHS Rosemoor and Dartington Glass Factory are close by, and you can even try your hand at glass blowing. There is a challenging 18-hole golf course at Libbaton and outstanding fishing on the River Taw at the bottom of the driveway. A ‘ghillie’ can be arranged, along with picnics and a bottle of champagne to sip on the river bank. Richie, the head chef is more than happy to cook your 'catch of the day'. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. In 5 acres of peaceful, landscaped water gardens, deep in the heart of Somerset, this charming 19th- century watermill combines beautiful original features and traditional character with modern comforts. Today, Hornsbury Mill has been beautifully converted into a 4-star hotel, with the historic mill’s stunning original features carefully preserved and sensitively integrated. Beautiful original wooden beams and historic stonework combine with contemporary facilities, such as wireless internet access. All of the hotel’s cosy en suite rooms are individually designed and decorated in a traditional country style. Each room has its own unique charm and some of them have pretty window seats, where you can enjoys views down to the stream. A generous full English or a continental breakfast is included in the price. You can enjoy a delightful lunch or a candlelit dinner in the Mill Restaurant, as the original waterwheel turns beside you. The restaurant offers modern English cuisine and nearly all the ingredients are sourced from local suppliers and farms, including organic vegetables, local beef, trout and Somerset cheeses. In the heart of Somerset, just 3.2 km from Chard and on the edge of the Blackdown Hills, Hornsbury Mill provides an idyllic setting for a luxurious and relaxing break. Show full description