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Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

4.0 star property
Tudor castle with free valet parking and spa services

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Superior Double Room
Exterior
Fountain
Superior Double Room
Food and drink

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$483
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

Explore the area

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Castle Street, Thornbury, Bristol, England, BS35 1HH
  • Place, Thornbury Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Berkeley Castle
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Henry VIII)

Suite (Henry VIII)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (Catherine of Aragon Tower)

Suite (Catherine of Aragon Tower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Jane Seymour)

Suite (Jane Seymour)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bristol

A luxury stay in Bristol awaits you at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux. You'll be 15.7 km (9.8 mi) from Berkeley Castle and 15.8 km (9.8 mi) from Wye Valley. Highlights at this historic castle include a restaurant, free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Thornbury Castle, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and conference space. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Thornbury castle include Chepstow Castle and Chepstow Racecourse.
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What's nearby

  • Thornbury Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Mall at Cribbs Causeway - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Berkeley Castle - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Chepstow Castle - 17 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Chepstow Racecourse - 17 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Bristol Pilning Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hawkes House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tesoro Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wolfridge Alpaca Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

Tudor castle with free valet parking and spa services
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux. The castle can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking and valet parking are available. A complete renovation of Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux was completed in May 2021.

This 4-star Bristol castle is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1536
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux offers 27 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Thornbury Castle

Things to do

  • Archery

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1536
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 9 January and 19 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the castle before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Thornbury Castle Bristol
Thornbury Castle Hotel
Thornbury Castle Hotel Bristol
Thornbury Castle
Thornbury Castle Relais Châteaux
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Castle
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Bristol
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Castle Bristol

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

As of 20 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux on 31 Oct 2025 start from AU$483.46, 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 Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yep, Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

What makes Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux.

Does Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

No, Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 601 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 601 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 601 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 601 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 601 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An absolute must

Absolutely loved this Stayed in the Jane Seymour suite and it was wonderful… worth every cent! The castle is stunning and is a once in a lifetime experience. Unfortunately no ghost stories to report but it’s a stunning place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

minna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Great service by staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen, Gilbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fairytale property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful venue

Amazing venue, steeped in history. Our room was beautiful and of a very high standard. The taster menu was exquisite. All staff were attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just fabulous!

Amazing place. Fabulous resturant. Most comfortable bed...and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and professional. All the above with the absolute privilege if staying in a magnificent location. We will be back! Congratulations to the whole team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A CASTLE! How amazing is that! And a GREAT price! The staff was lovely! I can not boast about them enough! Super kind! Super helpful! Great attitudes! Like they love their jobs! It shows! I WILL be returning and spending a few days here, on a mission to just stay at the Castle and relax. No sight seeing, nothing but this Castle! In love with it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was truly special. I took my 10 year old daughter hoping it would be worth the bus ride from London, and it absolutely exceeded my expectations. We rented Tudor costumes and walked all around taking lots of photos. My daughter was in heaven. The Anna of Cleves room was luxury accommodations and absolutely worth it. The bed was so comfortable! The three course dinner was delicious, and my daughter was allowed to order off the kids menu which she found to be exactly what she wanted. Breakfast was great also! The staff couldn't have been nicer and really seem to enjoy their jobs. I think it is perfect for a one night magical stay. It was a splurge and it felt like we got more than we paid for! We certainly made the most of it and will never forget it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not the full Relais & Chateau experience

It was too hot to stay in a castle without Aircond, otherwise a quaint bedroom and interesting castle experience. We were excited to enjoy the legendary Relais & Chateau experience but disappointed at the limited staff on hand and very disappointed with dining experience. In all an unexciting stay with funeral dining atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My husband and I stayed here and it was such a wonderful memorable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxim

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and magical. Full of history, made me feel like I am real princess. Would love to come back to spend more time. Fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The castle is absolutely enchanting and is set in the most beautiful grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a majestic property. I felt like I travelled back in time and treated like a king. 6 course meal was unbelievably good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just perfectly perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Takashi

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing, nice gardens. The staff are not warm as we expected. The dinner menu is not much of varieties and too expensive and the wine is also too expensive Room is nice and the bed is comfortable I do not think we will return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Thornbury Castle was amazing! While we were only there for one night, it was a spectacular experience. We felt like royalty. The three course dinner was delicious and well prepped. We stayed in the Mary Queen of Scots room which had a wonderful view of the fountain. The room was spacious and elegant with a host of amenities. All the staff was so kind and helpful. Perfect stop on our honeymoon trip. Definitely plan to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It wax excellent castle experience and staff are very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property - interesting history and gorgeous gardens and fabulous dining. What a treat!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely breathtaking.. service impeccable. Room was huge and so gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Live Like royalty, we did.

Stunning historic building. properly trained, helpful, friendly staff. Bathrooms beautifully modernized while keeping the bedrooms and buildings historic authenticity. Your stay and the food will making you feel like a king and queen. I fully recommend the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024