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Bovey Castle, nestled by the river, offers an unforgettable retreat with golfing and outdoor activities like archery and cycling. Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants, indulge in a spa treatment or unwind at the indoor pool.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$262 nightly
The total price is $314
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Work and play paradise
Business amenities blend with leisure at this hotel. Conference center supports work, while spa, tennis courts, and golf await after hours.
Fine dining experiences
Mediterranean and British cuisine grace two onsite restaurants. Both offer garden views while dining. This hotel also has a bar and serves English breakfast.
Golfer's paradise
Hit the links at this hotel's 18-hole course, driving range, and pro golf lessons. After a round, unwind at the full-service spa or bar.

Room options

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Classic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Junior Room (State)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room (Valley Castle) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Room (Valley Castle)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Room (Castle)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Room (State) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Grand Room (State)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room (State) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Room (State)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Castle Lodge | Living area | 42-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, toys

Castle Lodge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom sink with various skincare products.

Mews Room (double Or Twin)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
North Bovey, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, England, TQ13 8RE

What's nearby

  • Dartmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 43 min drive - 36.3 km
  • University of Exeter - 46 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Powderham Castle - 53 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Babbacombe Beach - 59 min drive - 47.4 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Exeter St David's Station - 28 min drive
  • Marsh Barton Station - 28 min drive
  • St James Park Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hippo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cleave - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hog & Hedge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cafe on the Green - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Warren House Inn - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Bovey Castle

  • Bovey Castle features a golf course and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Dartmoor National Park. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and Great Western Grill, one of 2 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 82 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Access to the fitness facility and pool are by reservation only.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Toys

What to do

  • Archery
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Fishing
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf cart on site
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1907
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Golf course on site
  • Golf driving range on site
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Edwardian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Elan Spa has 5 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Great Western Grill - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.
Smith's Brasserie - Overlooking the garden, this brasserie specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 27.50 for adults and GBP 17.50 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 5 2027 to January 21 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 11 to November 18:
  • Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bovey Castle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Bovey Castle?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Bovey Castle?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Bovey Castle?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bovey Castle?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Bovey Castle and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like archery and fishing, and practice your swing on the golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Bovey Castle also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bovey Castle?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Mediterranean cuisine and garden views. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from January 5 2027 to January 21 2027 (dates subject to change).

What's the area around Bovey Castle like?

Bovey Castle is located by the river. Popular attractions include Dartmoor National Park, which is 15 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

Bovey Castle Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The spa facilities were excellent, with a good-sized pool, hot sauna, and steam rooms that were not overcrowded. (9 reviews)
  • The pool area was lovely and the spa facilities, including the pool, were very nice. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing and peaceful.
Aaron, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was very clean and comfortable if a little tired. Staff were brilliant. Great location to explore Dartmoor. Grounds were beautiful and spa was very nice. Lovely meal in the brasserie. Would have liked breakfast to gave been included for the price.
Katie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique hotel. Beautiful estate, very relaxing place. Excellent and professional staff.
rafal, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exquisite hotel in a beautiful location. I am looking forward to my next visit
Razvan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The service was outstanding, rooms were amazing, everything was incredible
Claire Crocker, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very lovely stay, the staff were lovely, the food was amazing, we’ll definitely stay again.
Jade, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend the lodges, large rooms which are of high quality.
Ray, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely large room, great views. Just a totally relaxing place to stay
steven, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff excellent very small room and lighting poor couldn't see what I was doing and had to use the torch on my phone to make a cup of tea. Enjoyed my stay at Bovey Castle.
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are so friendly and go out of the way to accommodate you. There are great facilities for families. We had a really lovely stay and will definitely be coming back.
Gemma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property, beautiful views!
Ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely fabulous place the food was delicious couldn't recommend it more highly
Elaine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous stay in one of the lodges on site. Great activities and very relaxing.
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent food and facilities. Staff were friendly and helpful.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely breakfast choices
sadie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was beautiful very clean,staff couldn’t do enough and our dog was also welcomed by all the staff which is amazing especially in a 5 star hotel.The grounds and mansion are stunning .We can not recommend enough and for sure will be back in future
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING PLACE. Not to be missed if in the area. Spectacular for families and all. Stunning!
violeta, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hotel, fantastic staff
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place in a wonderful location.
Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Food was lovely. Breakfast varied with hot options cooked to order. Dinners at both restaurants very nice but overpriced for what they are. Service very good across the hotel. Cleanliness very good in all parts of hotel. Spa treatments were amazing using TempleSpa products. Lovely grounds. Swimming pool cold and whirlpool area not heated.
Lauren, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful place to visit. Staff are welcoming and friendly. Will definitely come again and recommend to family and friends.
Leigh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, quiet, relaxing country hotel with excellent, friendly, helpful staff. I will be going back again, hopefully soon!
Julie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay here, the rooms are beautiful and the staff are very helpful and professional.
Samantha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing stay

Fabulous hotel, great spa and fantastic nights sleep
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxing
mrs dorcas, 1-night trip