Bodmin Jail Hotel

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
VIP Access

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Champagne bar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Interior
Hallway
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Scarlett’s Well Road, Bodmin, England, PL31 2PL
  • Place, Bodmin Jail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St Petroc's Parish Church
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornish Health
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪25 min drive‬
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Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Bodmin

Bodmin Jail is a short stroll from Bodmin Jail Hotel, and other popular attractions like Pencarrow House and Garden are within a 10-minute drive. This 4-star hotel has 70 guestrooms and offers free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Bodmin Jail - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St Petroc's Parish Church - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cornish Health - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Beacon Hill Obelisk - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cornwall's Regimental Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bugle Station - 11 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mill Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bodmin & Wenford Station Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Viraj Indian Cuisine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pots Coffee Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hole in the Wall - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Bodmin Jail Hotel

Suburban hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Dating back to 1779, Bodmin Jail Hotel offers a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a banquet hall. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, 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.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers and bathrobes. Minibars, electric kettles, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Champagne Bar
  • The Chapel Restaurant
  • The Jolly Hangman Tavern

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1779
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 75.0 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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 75.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 09861358

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Bodmin Jail Hotel Hotel
Bodmin Jail Hotel Bodmin
Bodmin Jail Hotel Hotel Bodmin

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

Bodmin Jail Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Bodmin Jail Hotel?

This hotel is located in Bodmin, a short 9-minute walk from Bodmin Jail and also 17 minutes on foot from The Courtroom Experience. You'll also find Camel Valley Vineyard and Cardinham Woods within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Bodmin Jail Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, Bodmin Jail Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Bodmin Jail Hotel good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

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

Does Bodmin Jail Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bodmin Jail Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Chapel Restaurant.

Does Bodmin Jail Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Bodmin Jail Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Bodmin Jail Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Bodmin Jail Hotel?

The closest major airport to Bodmin Jail Hotel is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 17.8 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bodmin Jail Hotel.

Bodmin Jail Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 433 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ghislaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is amazing in so many ways. The history of the place, that you can see when you walk around, and read the plaques, the staff are very professional and helpful, the rooms are so well done, and gorgeous to stay in, with comfy beds meaning a great nights sleep every night! Great choice at Breakfast to start your day. Can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved our stsy in Bodmin jail.The hogh standards from the moment we entered the building are credit to the team and the owner of the building. Staff food rooms infact everything outstanding. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bodmin Jail

Bar and Restaurant staff helpful and polite. Food (breakfast) was very good. Checkin was below the standard expected, as was the attitude of the duty manager when we made a complaint. We won’t be staying at the hotel again for this reason.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

Add this to your bucket list

Rooms were immaculate, all the staff were really helpful and engaging, with the jail experience to hand, it was an amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the moment we arrived we were very impressed with how the building has been restored, both outside and inside, retaining many original features. We were given a warm welcome by the staff who were happy to share their knowledge of the building. Our room had everything we needed and, considering the walls were stone, it was spotless. We enjoyed the Champagne Bar and The Chapel (for evening meal and breakfast), all of which were excellent. The later check out gave us time to explore the building. We look forward to a further stay in the future and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique hotel experience. Staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel rooms are beautiful. Unfortunately had to wait 35 mins for cooked breakfast after not ordered on till properly and once received cooked in a lot of oil . Jail experience was disappointing compared to others shame
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big bathroom and nice restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a unique magical place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Disliked: Staff & service
Bar and Dining room staff could have been more professional. They let the enjoyment my break down. You should have made more of the history of the jail.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chey

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was great in all aspects
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Good stay

Enjoyed our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being asked to pay for a discretionary tip for cleaners etc when checking out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morenwyn

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

Not cheap but superb value.

This hotel is not cheap, but it is excellent value for money. The level of comfort, service and the superb food make it an absolute delight to stay. It will rival many "luxury" London hotels.
The Civil Wing, where you enter.
The Naval (Ex Women's) wing where we stayed.
The Chapel Restaurant
Writ cup of one of the convicts who had had a previous stay in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

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

Amazing stay!!

An amazing stay, staff were brilliant from start to finish nothing was to much trouble. Spotlessly clean room and facilities..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel! It was such a pleasant surprise, despite already having high expectations. We were in a dog friendly room on the ground floor and it was incredible. The history of the building is evident and we really enjoyed exploring the exterior and the areas near the restaurant. The staff were all very very helpful and pleasant. I honestly could haven’t asked for a better stay. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel & overall very pleased with our stay. Breakfast was good & staff were willing to adjust the menu to needs. We booked the history tour for £30 for two, which was supposed to last an hour but we were told the wrong place to meet & missed the beginning & the tour only lasted 30 minutes..had we have known this we would not have booked it..reception staff didn’t seem to know a lot about the tour arrangements…just a slight niggle but still enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Excellent and different hotel you must try

Foreboding frontage leading into a light and spacious reception area. All staff friendly and approachable. Service exceptional. Food superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacious, clean and well equipped. But noisey from the car park and people smoking and chatting outside our bedroom window so we were woken up late at night and early morning. The bar was full and no where to sit. The restaurant was a little soulless but good food and service. Music was depressing especially at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martynas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025