Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Luxury Hotel in Dartmoor National Park
Nestled in Dartmoor National Park since 1930, Bovey Castle offers 5-star luxury with 275 acres of countryside. Recognised as AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2024-2025, we combine historic charm with modern amenities. Our team delivers award-winning hospitality across 47 rooms, private lodges, and a championship golf course. Sustainability is central to our operations, evidenced by our Gold environmental award.We provide bespoke experiences including fine dining, spa treatments, and over 20 outdoor activities. With family-friendly facilities and dog-friendly accommodations, we cater to diverse guest needs while maintaining rigorous service standards. Our heritage as a former Great Western Railways property informs our commitment to timeless elegance and innovation.
Services
Luxury accommodation
Spa treatments
Fine dining
Golf course
Outdoor activities
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We offer 5-star luxury accommodations in a historic Dartmoor setting
- Our team maintains AA Small Hotel Group of the Year standards
- We provide 20+ unique outdoor activities on-site
- Our sustainability practices have earned Gold accreditation
- We accommodate families and pets with dedicated facilities
Associations and certifications
- AA
What people say
Exceptional service
Beautiful countryside views
Professional staff
Excellent golf course
Variety of activities
Services
Luxury accommodation
Our 47 rooms and private lodges combine historic charm with modern comforts. Each space features luxury amenities including bathrobes, premium toiletries, and scenic views. Family-friendly options include interconnecting rooms and self-catering lodges sleeping up to eight guests. Dog-friendly accommodations are available with dedicated pet amenities.
Spa treatments
Elan Spa offers TEMPLESPA treatments and wellness facilities including a thermal suite and gym. The pool operates family access times daily while the spa provides 55-minute treatment packages. Non-residents may access facilities with advance booking and membership options available for regular visitors.
Fine dining
Dining options include the Great Western Grill and Smiths Brasserie serving locally sourced cuisine. Menus cater to dietary requirements with vegan and vegetarian options available. The hotel accommodates children with dedicated menus and family-friendly dining spaces across multiple venues.
Golf course
Our championship golf course features membership options and professional instruction. The facility includes driving ranges and equipment hire services. The course maintains dress codes and seasonal access policies while offering tee time bookings for hotel guests and visitors.
Outdoor activities
Over 20 activities available including archery, falconry, and bushcraft. Seasonal programming features family-friendly options like KidsZone and TechZone. Activity bookings require advance reservations with equipment and instruction provided for all experience levels.
Questions
What room types are available at Bovey Castle Hotel?
We offer Single, Mews, Classic, Castle, Valley, Junior State, State, and Grand State Rooms, plus private lodges sleeping up to eight guests.
Are pets allowed in the hotel?
Yes, we are dog-friendly with accommodations for medium-sized dogs in most room types and lodges, at £25 per night including pet amenities.
What dining options exist for families?
Smiths Brasserie and Great Western Grill both offer family-friendly spaces with children's menus, highchairs, and dedicated dining times for families.
How can guests access the spa facilities?
Spa access requires advance booking with options for day passes, treatments, and membership packages available to both residents and non-residents.
What sustainability initiatives does the hotel implement?
We maintain Gold-standard environmental practices including energy efficiency measures, waste reduction programs, and local supply chain partnerships across our 275-acre estate.
Are there special arrangements for corporate events?
Our conference facilities include exclusive use options, team-building activities, and dedicated event planning services with transport coordination available from Exeter Airport.
Reviews (5)
Anastasia
Jun 14, 2022
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Wonderful place to escape the city and enjoy nature golf and other activities such as archery and rifle shooting (Special thanks to Mark!) (activities schedule posted everyday) The hotel is smaller than on the pics yet still absolutely charming! Located on the hill you will have stunning views All guests also have full access to the pool, sauna and Turkish bath
Mike Dyson
May 05, 2022
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The place: it's a stunning property in a stunning setting. I'm not a golfer but I can imagine it must rate quite high with anyone who is - the course looks fabulous. The rooms are very nice, a good bathroom and shower. Sadly the bar is just a cocktail bar and I didn't experience either of the restaurants as I had my dogs with me. So spent much of our time in The Library or the Great Hall. The team: so much of U.K. is suffering with staff shortages.
It really shows at this place. Some of the team are excellent but there aren't enough of them. Most are too tired to care or talk openly of looking for a better job elsewhere. Dog friendly. Small car park - over run by day visitors
It really shows at this place. Some of the team are excellent but there aren't enough of them. Most are too tired to care or talk openly of looking for a better job elsewhere. Dog friendly. Small car park - over run by day visitors
Rosalind Beresford
May 05, 2022
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A lovely location and very pleasant friendly staff. It is expensive at 90 for afternoon tea with my elderly mother but you're only 91 once. Not easy to please either my mother! But she gave this the thumbs up. So it must be good! I think she might have thought the bill was 9 but as they say. Ignorance is bliss! The tea and the views were lovely and I think the whole thing was a super treat.
Vienna Killick
Apr 24, 2022
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Bovey Castle has to be the most wonderful place that we have ever stayed, from booking over the phone on the very same day of our arrival, the welcome, the room, the castle, the grounds, dining, activities and the staff. we can not fault a single problem from our weekend. The settings are outstanding, the staff are fantastic, the castle is beautiful and the food is phenomenal! Us and our two retrievers were welcomed and catered for from beginning to end. We participated in two shooting activities, the instructor was amazing and very knowledgeable. I just wish I could give 10 stars Thank you so much, From Vienna, Vlad, Effie and Phoebe.
Laura Morris
Apr 10, 2022
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Enjoyed a afternoon tea today and wow it was amazing. All the food was so tasty. Staff all friendly. Bovey Castle is beautiful inside and out well worth a visit. stunning grounds too. Will definitely come back
