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The Castle Hotel

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
Terrace/patio
3 bars/lounges
Deluxe Townhome | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Market Square, Bishops Castle, England, SY9 5BN
  • Place, Bishop's Castle Town Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bishop's Castle Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shropshire Hills
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Comfort Suite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Townhome

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bishops Castle

The Castle Hotel places you next to Bishop's Castle Town Hall and within a 5-minute walk of Bishops Community Hospital. This 4-star inn has 12 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bishop's Castle Town Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bishops Community Hospital - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bishop's Castle Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shropshire Hills - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ludlow Castle - 27 min drive - 23.2 miles

Getting around

  • Broome Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse Inn, Clun - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Six Bells - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Three Tuns Brewery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crown - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Inn On The Green - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Castle Hotel

Guests of The Castle Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and a meeting room. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 to 16 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10 to 16 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Castle Hotel Bishops Castle
Castle Bishops Castle
The Castle Hotel Inn
The Castle Hotel Bishops Castle
The Castle Hotel Inn Bishops Castle

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Castle Hotel?

The Castle Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Castle Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Castle Hotel on Jun 14, 2026 start from $120, 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.

What is there to do around The Castle Hotel?

This inn is located in Bishops Castle and just steps from Bishop's Castle Town Hall and Bishop's Castle Library. Shropshire Hills is also within a driving distance of 1.5 mi.

Is there parking available at The Castle Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Castle Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Castle Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Castle Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Castle Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a city view and a separate bathtub and shower.

Are there hot tubs at The Castle Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Castle Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Castle Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Castle Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at The Castle Hotel and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Are there connecting rooms at The Castle Hotel?

Yes, this inn has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Castle Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Castle Hotel.

The Castle Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Fantastic stay

This hotel is great - fantastic location and really great staff. We ate in and the food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room. Great staff and great bathtub!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Great staff and our dog was welcome as well 😀
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with excellent food and beer in a beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and the bed was so comfortable. The bath was also really comfortable. The food was to die for and service was brilliant. We were staying for work and are in the area often, will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly place with good food - great location for our short stay in Shropshire.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spacious cottage I was giving and very clean, the food in the bar was great and the staff were really nice, also the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the cottage which was absolutely delightful; very clean; lots of character and the bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed an amazing meal, and the staff are very welcoming, friendly and professional. We would love ❤️ to stay again, Lisa and Mick
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel in a great location. Large comfortable room, with great bed. Very nice food with a big selection on the menu. Very dog friendly. Nice garden with adjoining garden to the castle garden, so room to exercise your dog. Close to beautiful walking areas. The perfect break
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

A must stay hotel!!!

Excellent hotel set in beautiful Shropshire countryside. Every aspect of our one night stay was brilliant from room to food to service. I cant' recommend this hotel highly enough!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel has character and the food and drink excellent, loved the 3 different bar areas. Would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Great stay.

A lovely relaxing stay at The Castle Hotel. Great service, lovely room amazing views from the garden. Food was lovely too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Lovely winter break

Fantastic hotel, fantastic staff looking forward to returning in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay with beautiful surroundings. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good as always which is why we visit as often as we can. Excellent dog friendliness which is important to us as well as good food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

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

Quiet serene hotel

Beautiful room clean comfortable spacious food amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

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

Castle Hotel

A lovely room with beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

sam

Lovely quirky hotel

We are local and only stayed as having work done on the house, so have eaten there many times. Pleasantly surprised how nice and well maintained the room was and very clean. Great atmosphere in the bar, and will recommend to our visitors and the staff were really lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and staff, will definitely be back, hopefully sooner than later. Wonderful base for the Shropshire Hills.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. Fabulous dining, would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun property with unique rooms. Very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful food in restaurant. Amazing views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay at this lovely hotel and it did not disappoint. Very helpful staff nothing too much trouble. Lovel comfortable room everything you could need all there. And the superb food hit the spot what a great menu something for everyone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

We will be back

We really enjoyed our stay at the castle hotel . The room was comfortable , the staff very friendly & the food excellent. We will definitely be back in the Spring
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

Perfect for dogs

Lovely spot, with great food. Very pet friendly, even gave our dog sausages for breakfast. We had a large room with small courtyard which was perfect. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a long weekend with a partner and dog. Staff were super friendly and attentive. Breakfast was delicious and provided daily walks and info which was really helpful! Beautiful spot and super dog friendly, with dog washing facilities as well as complimentary sausage for your dog at breakfast and doggy box in the room on arrival provided towels / dog blankets and bowl. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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