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The Great Western Hotel

3.5 star property
Guests start their day with a traditional English breakfast before stepping out to explore the nearby attractions at this comfortable, convenient hotel

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Standard( Accessible Room ) Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Great Western Hotel (Taunton)
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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Great Western Hotel (Taunton)
The Great Western Hotel, in a charming area, offers English breakfast and coffee at its on-site cafe. Enjoy free self-parking, luggage storage, WiFi, and conference space with 4 meeting rooms. Visitors love the helpful staff and ideal location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard( Accessible Room ) Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard( Accessible Room ) Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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A bed with multiple pillows, a wooden headboard, and floral wallpaper.

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Taunton is home to The Great Western Hotel. Bishop's Lydeard Station and Admiral Blake Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wellsprings Leisure Centre and AJ'z Activity Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at County Cricket Ground or The Cygnet Health Care Stadium. Visit our Taunton travel guide
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Station Approach, Taunton, England, TA1 1QW

What's nearby

  • Cheddar Gorge
    Cheddar Gorge
    62 min drive - 36.3 miles
  • County Cricket Ground
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • West Sedgemoor Nature Reserve
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • AJ'z Activity Centre
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • University of Exeter
    58 min drive - 37.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Istanbul Grill & Kebab House
    3 min walk
  • The Kings Arms
    9 min walk
  • Tumeric Kitchen @ 65
    5 min walk
  • Panda House Take Away
    4 min walk
  • The Grove
    8 min walk

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Purplespoon Cafe

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 538 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • 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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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

Pets 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

Property payment types

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Great Western Hotel located?

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

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Great Western Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 366 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 562 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bbhawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and well decorated room. Quirky touches. Lots of milk, coffee, tea and cookies in room. Good portion at breakfast. There is no dinner options, but you can order in a d use the dinning room. Very charming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, helpful team, fab breakfast and very comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No air con in the hotel rooms so a little uncomfortable if hot day. However everything else was superb! Breakfast was lovely and staff couldn’t do anymore for you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff nice room and lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice stay. Perfect breakfast. Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and very convenient for station and Taunton town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely renovated building next to station and a short walk to Town Centre. Large quiet room comfortably furnished. Staff very alert and helpful. No lift so stairs could be a problem for some.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel. We didn't know what to expect and upon arrival, were delighted by the decor, cleanliness, and the professionalism of the manager who greeted us. Check-in was quick and easy. The room was spacious and comfortable, with all of the basic amenities that we would expect. Breakfast was next level. A full English breakfast, including a full gluten-free and veggie option with doorstop toast. We will definitely return to this hotel in the future, and can't recommend it enough if you are looking for a clean, easy, nicely decorated, quiet, close-to-town location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff clean room good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful and accommodating staff as we had our wedding up the road and many of our guests stayed here too, would recommend and stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was my third or fourth stay here. Always very helpful and friendly staff, always great service, breakfast is decent, rooms are comfortable, and it doesn't cost the earth.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across from the train station, walkable to the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super hotel, helpful staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay again there was some work being carried out but this only affected breakfast. Grab bag was provided but not Diabetic friendly. Lovely staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were able to check the car into the carpark 2 hrs prior to our check in which was handy. Nice size room but the bathroom door which had transparent glass on the top was opposite the bed meaning to privacy whilst on the loo! The sash windows rattled and one would not lock so we had to ram a piece of cardboard down the side to stop the rattling noise. Comfy bed and pillows. The floorboards were the creakiest I've ever encountered so it was really difficult trying to get to the kettle to make myself a cuppa whilst my husband was sleeping. The bathroom sink was far too small to be of much use but the shower was good. Overall good value for money and a great night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Christine M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room. Very clean and quiet considering opposite station. We arrived very early to leave our bags but room was ready. Staff were great and breakfast superb. Our waiter knew his stuff. Only complaints were room very bright all night with station lights. Best to choose a back room opposite garden if this bothers you and bar had closed at 8pm. The porter wasn't allowed to sell us alcohol. Overall a great stay and nice kebab in Efes up the road. Born and brought up in Taunton so a reminiscent couple of days. Lovely shops too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean, staff were friendly and welcoming. Onsite parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are lovely. Nice little hotel in Taunton within easy walking distance. Breakfast was tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, very comfortable stay. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

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

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good breakfasts, clean rooms, interesting history to the hotel. Would highly recommend and definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. good breakfast Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025