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Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

4.0 star property
Luxury castle in Bristol with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux is a historic retreat near Berkeley Castle. Savor a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind by the lobby fireplace or stroll through the garden. With high-speed WiFi, luggage storage and multilingual staff at your service.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $251
$302 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Why we love this property

Castle with a view
Marvel at the historic castle's Tudor architecture set among a charming garden. Luxury rooms with curated decor invite guests to experience regal charm.
Dining in a castle
The castle restaurant and bar create a royal dining experience. Guests indulge in cooked-to-order breakfast or arrange romantic private picnics.
Castle comfort chic
Hand-selected decor adorns each castle room, paired with hypo-allergenic premium bedding. Blackout drapes and plush bathrobes ensure luxurious comfort.

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Henry VIII)

Suite (Henry VIII) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite (Henry VIII)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite (Catherine of Aragon Tower)

Suite (Catherine of Aragon Tower) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite (Catherine of Aragon Tower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Jane Seymour)

Suite (Jane Seymour) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite (Jane Seymour)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite

Standard Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Castle Street, Thornbury, Bristol, England, BS35 1HH

What's nearby

  • Thornbury Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Thornbury Golf Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Mall at Cribbs Causeway - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Wye Valley - 16 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 39 min drive - 42.7 km

Getting around

  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 54 min drive
  • Bristol Pilning Station - 11 min drive
  • Patchway Station - 14 min drive
  • Chepstow Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hawkes House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tesoro Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wolfridge Alpaca Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux is a great choice for a stay in Bristol. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology, and Thornbury Castle serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious castle include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free uncovered onsite valet parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Archery
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1536
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Tudor architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Thornbury Castle - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 9 and January 19.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Thornbury Castle Bristol
Thornbury Castle Hotel
Thornbury Castle Hotel Bristol
Thornbury Castle
Thornbury Castle Relais Châteaux
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Castle
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Bristol
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Castle Bristol

Frequently asked questions

Is Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux currently open?

The property is closed between January 9 and January 19.

Does Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Enjoy amenities like spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Thornbury Castle.

What's the area around Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux like?

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux is in Thornbury, a short 3-minute walk from Thornbury Castle.

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Reviews

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and exceptional with quality ingredients. (8 reviews)
  • Fine dining and excellent staff provided a wonderful experience. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Room
Food
History
Gardens
Drinks
Breakfast
Ambience
Lobby
Bedrooms

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great period hotel. Good room and grounds
Tonye, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Coolest place to stay. Staff (esp the night folks managing the game room and library) were awesome.
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My husband and I stayed here and it was such a wonderful memorable experience!
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel

Fantastic 10/10
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great castle hotel!
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing, 5 stars all round

Fantastic hotel! Staff are wonderful. Any Relais & Chateaux property is the best around! Thanks for a lovely stay!
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel would definitely recommend!
Sofia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hotel in a beautiful location. The room was luxurious yet so cozy . The staff very helpful. High quality but value for money
Lucy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely break

3rd time visiting. Super hotel. Very comfortable. Great experience staying in a castle, Super friendly professional staff, Excellent room. Excellent breakfast Can tour around easily from here
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great historical place

Very beautiful castle, friendly staff and great food
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spend an evening in the library with a nice drink and you won't want leave. The staff is excellent throughout the property.
James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great spot but mattress sagged and the bedding was not up to snuff. But mostly excellent. Best toastie I’ve ever had.
Clifford, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The castle is absolutely enchanting and is set in the most beautiful grounds.
Susan, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Check in was good.
Jason, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A fairytale property!
Kristen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed in King Henry VIII room and was nearly perfect. The bed size was a full or twin so take note. Other than that food and drinks were great as well
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

full castle experience

The warm and cordial staff made the experience so nice.
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was all great. The bed was a bit lumpy. In the morning I felt I was sleeping in a hollow as did my husband and we aren’t big people. Great location excellent staff.
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The castle was beyond any expectations we had! The food was beyond wonderful! We had a six course meal in the dining room. We were blown away by the cleanliness, the attentiveness of the staff, the property itself! Everything was just wonderful! We are actually hoping to go again soon!
Jane Seymour Suite
Full English Breakfast
6 course dinner - rare beef
Sitting Room
Tonya L., 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is not often that a hotel becomes the highlight of your vacation. THORNBUrY IS THE EXCEPTION TO THAT RULE! We felt to transported to hundreds of years in the past in terms of the architecture and the style of interior furnishings. At the same time, it had all of the service amenities, quality of fixtures and furnishings, food anf service that is expected of a five star hotel. Well worth the price of our stay, we so wish to return.
Dennis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

Great service by staff
minna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful venue

Amazing venue, steeped in history. Our room was beautiful and of a very high standard. The taster menu was exquisite. All staff were attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
SUSAN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An absolute must

Absolutely loved this Stayed in the Jane Seymour suite and it was wonderful… worth every cent! The castle is stunning and is a once in a lifetime experience. Unfortunately no ghost stories to report but it’s a stunning place to stay.
Raelene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It wax excellent castle experience and staff are very welcoming
Amit, 1-night trip