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The Great Western Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Interior
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
View from property
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • BarBarBar

Your area essentials

Map
Station Approach, Taunton, England, TA1 1QW
  • Popular LocationCounty Cricket Ground9 min walk
  • Popular LocationMuseum of Somerset3 min drive
  • Popular LocationWoodlands Castle5 min drive
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)52 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is AU$357
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
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About the area

Taunton

At The Great Western Hotel you'll be within a 10-minute walk of County Cricket Ground and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from West Sedgemoor Nature Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Taunton hotel include The Cygnet Health Care Stadium and Museum of Somerset.

What's nearby

  • County Cricket Ground - 9 min walk
  • Museum of Somerset - 3 min drive
  • Church of St Mary Magdalene - 3 min drive
  • Woodlands Castle - 5 min drive
  • Bishop's Lydeard Station - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Taunton Station - 4 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut - 5 min walk
  • Mattancherry - 6 min walk
  • Efes - 4 min walk
  • Istanbul Kebab House - 2 min walk
  • The Coal Orchard - 9 min walk

About this property

The Great Western Hotel

Comfortable hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 538 square feet (50 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Great Western Hotel also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Taunton hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq. m of conference space
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Great Western Hotel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 538 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Great Western Hotel?

The Great Western Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Western Hotel?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Western Hotel on 18 May 2024 start from AU$214.12, including 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 parking available at The Great Western Hotel?

Yep, The Great Western Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Great Western Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers quite like the free English breakfast here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Great Western Hotel?

No, The Great Western Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Great Western Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Great Western Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at The Great Western Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Great Western Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 387 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 387 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Edmund

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel
Great hotel just no evening Meal being served
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable and clean, staff friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay once again
Great stay once again. Just wish the bed and pillows were a little less firm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
Very friendly and helpful staff Comfy bed Yummy breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well presented accommodation and facilities. Very good breakfast. Easy access to Taunton center and directly opposite railway station. Free parking on site. Comfortable bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023