Bodmin Jail Hotel

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.4

About this property

Historic Setting: Bodmin Jail Hotel in Bodmin is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Guests enjoy a fitness center, sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include bathrobes, mini-bars, and work desks, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves British and international cuisines in a traditional and romantic ambiance. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local Attractions: Located 16 mi from Newquay Cornwall Airport, the hotel is near Restormel Castle (7.5 mi) and Eden Project (11 mi). Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling activities in the surrounding area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Justine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Bodmin Jail Hotel for one night. The restoration is modern and upscale with high novelty factor. Loved the bar for a pre-dinner drink and our meals in the Chapel restaurant were of a high standard- delicious and...”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Unique experience staying in an old jail and how they have turned it into a hotel is beautifully done.with historical nooks and crannys. The food in the restaurant was outstanding and catered for my gluten free requirements, and breakfast equally...”
Jerome
United States United States
“Breakfast was good. Although they charge £1 extra for spinach and 1£ extra for ham.”
Marie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was fantastic and a great experience. You can wander the wings and get a feel for what a prison is like. Love that some of the original features have been kept. Loved it.”
Lesley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very impressed with the room however lighting was poor . Restaurants staff & food very good”
Dr
United States United States
“The historic aspect was very interesting. The restaurant & bar were lovely. Breakfast was amazing.”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel and room design. The reception staff were great and the historic feel had been maintained but with a modern twist.”
Stuart
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, excellent location, food and staff exceptional. Room very nice apart from heat.”
Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“unique hotel that provides a memorable stay, rooms are spacious and very clean. there's a plaque in the rooms with information of who was once detained there which is a very nice touch. the old chapel has been turned into the restaurant which has...”
Anita
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything was amazing, the service was a little slow in the evening but it did not take away from the whole experience”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Chapel Restaurant & Bar
  • Cuisine
    British • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional • Romantic

House rules

Bodmin Jail Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. That's about $67. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.