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The Great Western Hotel

3.5 star property
Where comfort meets convenience: start your day with an English breakfast then explore nearby attractions.

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is €133
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Station Approach, Taunton, England, TA1 1QW

What's nearby

  • County Cricket Ground - 9 min walk
  • West Sedgemoor Nature Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Museum of Somerset - 3 min drive
  • Church of St Mary Magdalene - 3 min drive
  • Woodlands Castle - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Taunton Station - 4 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ale House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crown & Sceptre - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Coal Orchard - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Skewer House Taunton - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Great Western Hotel

Property highlights
At The Great Western Hotel, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and concierge services
  • 4 meeting rooms, a porter/bellboy and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Great Western Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Polish, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 538 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Western Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Western Hotel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Western Hotel on 27 Feb 2025 start from €132.73, 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.

How much is parking at The Great Western Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Great Western Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Great Western Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Great Western Hotel located?

Situated in Taunton, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of County Cricket Ground and West Sedgemoor Nature Reserve. The Cygnet Health Care Stadium and Museum of Somerset are also within 2 miles (3 km). Taunton Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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The Great Western Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 447 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

A very pleasant stay, staff are very friendly, fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candida

I love this hotel. Its has such a cosy feel, its always very clean and even though its next to the train station, noise is never an issue. Breakfast was also delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Friendly staff, good clean room goood breakfast. Will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked building and location nesr railway station was perfect, good access to town too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Very convenient and nice hotel. The staff were especially lovely and really supportive with our small daughter!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Lovely hotel,great staff and excellent breakfast.If you are planning a stay in Taunton you cannot do any better!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Every member of staff we encountered was so polite, friendly and helpful in particular ALEX who would go the extra mile It was a quiet place to stay which was warm, quiet and everything was close at hand. The menu was limited in choice but was very tasty and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Love it here ! Rooms are charming. Great breakfast . Staff are amazing !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Top hotel
Stayed here to see the mighty Quo in Vivary
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Historic building, good location. Central. Lovely, young, helpful staff. awesome breakfasts (Inclusive). Rooms a bit basic; comfy beds; quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

They worked hard and asked when we left if they could do more
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Great stay. Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Friendly helpful staff and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Great service from the team. Didn’t realise when booking that the hotel is owned by the YMCA and operated as a social enterprise. Brilliant to see a hotel ran by apprentices who clearly have a passion for the hospitality sector. Keep up the good work 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

All you need and near the train station
Great classic hotel with nice GWR memorabilia and a really generous sized room .. Great staff always happy to help .. breakfast service was super fast friendly and delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Very friendly, helpful staff and a superb breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Nice room, great location, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Absolutely first class service, food and staff. Can’t fault the hotel in any way. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

A great location, a lovely big room with lots of thoughtful additions, clean and airy and just a short walk to the main town centre. The staff couldn't be more helpful and friendly - it is a real gem!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Great experience
This is a lovely hotel friendly staff who go out of their way to help you ..beautifully decorated and lovely and clean..good choice of breakfast foods with poached eggs to die for.. theres also a choice of pastries
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Nice hotel good food and friendly and attentive staff. Rooms are very nice too. Unfortunately the bathrooms let it down. The shower screens are too short so water goes everywhere and floods the bathroom and the sinks are not bathroom sinks, they are designed for small toilets and there are no hooks on the doors. They are so small you can't get the kettle in to fill it up and if you do something like washing your face, again water goes everywhere, not good. Shame because the rest of the hotel is lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Room was comfortable and clean, staff friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Edwina

Absolutly wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Lovely hotel
Very friendly and helpful staff Comfy bed Yummy breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023