The Great Western Hotel - Taunton
51.022942, -3.103257Overview
3-star boutique hotel with historic railway charm and community-driven service in Taunton
Dining & Local Produce
The Great Western Hotel Taunton operates a café dining area that serves locally sourced food and craft beverages. Breakfast options include a Full English breakfast and a garden breakfast with halloumi and falafel. The restaurant offers brunch, lunch, and dinner with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices.
Rooms & Accommodations
Rooms at The Great Western Hotel include king rooms with views of the garden or railway station. Each room provides a cafetière with freshly ground coffee. Pet-friendly rooms are available, and wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails are also offered.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel is located opposite Taunton railway station, within a 10-minute walk of the town center and cricket ground. Exmoor National Park and The Quantock Hills are within driving distance. Guided adventure activities are available for visitors exploring the West Country.
Business & Events
Great Western Hotel Taunton offers rentable office spaces for business travelers. Flexible conference rooms cater to various event needs. The 24-hour front desk provides concierge services and invoice provision.
Community & Sustainability
The hotel is operated by a charity that employs apprentices from the YMCA, providing training in hospitality. The Great Western Hotel Taunton is committed to plastic-free initiatives, including reducing single-use plastics. Free on-site parking is available, and the hotel offers picnic areas and a garden for guests.
- Location: Opposite Taunton railway station
- Rooms: Pet-friendly and wheelchair-accessible rooms
- Dining: Locally sourced food and craft beverages
- Sustainability: Plastic-free initiatives
- Community: YMCA apprenticeship program
- Business: Rentable office spaces and conference rooms
- Nearby: Exmoor National Park and The Quantock Hills
Rooms and availability
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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:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Children's menu
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Great Western Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 142 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 900 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 55.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Exeter International, EXT |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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