The Castle Hotel - Bishop's Castle
52.49491, -2.997969Overview
Historic 18th-century hotel at the top of Bishop's Castle with spectacular views of the Shropshire Hills
Amenities
The Castle Hotel Bishop's Castle offers 3 bars with log fires and an outdoor seating area with views of the Shropshire Hills. The property includes a garden, picnic area, and sun terrace for guests to use. On-site parking is free and there is an electric vehicle charging station available.
Rooms
The Castle Hotel's bedrooms are individually decorated and each has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room includes a flat-screen TV and a DVD player, plus tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can book rooms in the main building or the Elephant Gatehouse, which has its own private garden.
Dining
The Castle Hotel's restaurant serves local produce and a modern food menu, with a Full English breakfast available every morning. Three bars offer local real ales and cider, all with log fires in cooler months. The outdoor seating area overlooks the Shropshire Hills and is used for dining in warmer weather.
Pet-Friendly
The Castle Hotel Bishop's Castle welcomes dogs with a pet basket and pet bowls provided in the room. Guests receive a free sausage for their dog at breakfast. Dogs are allowed in the bars and garden, but not in the oak-panelled dining room.
Location & Activities
The Castle Hotel sits at the top of Bishop's Castle with panoramic views of the Shropshire Hills. Cycling and hiking routes start directly from the hotel, with printed walk maps available at reception. The towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow are a 30-minute drive, and Hawkstone Park Golf Club is 40 minutes away by car.
- Dining: 3 bars with log fires and local real ales
- Rooms: Individually decorated beamed bedrooms with DVD players
- Pet Policy: Full dog welcome kit and free sausage at breakfast
- Location: Top of Bishop's Castle with views of Shropshire Hills
- Parking: Free on-site parking with electric vehicle charging
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds1 Double bed
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Flat-screen TV
Hiking
Cycling
In-room breakfast
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room view
- Garden view
- Mountain view
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Castle Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 143 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 600 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 94.8 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Chester Hawarden, CEG |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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