Castle Hotels

Britain is blessed with many castles, often in stunning locations, all full of history. Many of these national treasures now offer accommodation, from bed and breakfast to fully fledged hotels… some even offer self catering so you can be your own lord or lady of the manor.

For those of you wondering why England in particular is sadly lacking in castle hotels, this is mainly due to a period of decline they suffered during the 16th and 17th centuries, with many being dealt their final death knell during the English Civil War when Oliver Cromwell used heavy siege artillery on their walls. To view those castles that did survive and have now been converted into hotels, you can view our interactive map below.

Looking to go further afield? Why not browse our directory of castle hotels in Scotland, Ireland, France and Italy.

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Sneaton Castle

Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3QN.

Boasting crenellated towers and machicolated battlements, the 19th century Sneaton Castle now offers 14 en suite spacious bedrooms and suites. Set on the outskirts of the town in manicured gardens, it sits alongside St Hilda’s Priory, St Hilda is the patron saint of Whitby.

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19th Century

Traquair House

Innerleithen, Peeblesshire, Scottish Borders, EH44 6PW.

Visited by 27 Scottish Kings and Queens, Traquair is reputed to be Scotland’s oldest inhabited house. Originally a royal hunting lodge, it now provides a truly magical venue for weddings, celebrations and corporate events. B&B guests can stay in one of the luxurious antique furnished rooms.

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12th Century

Swinton Park

Swinton Park, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4JH.

An exclusive 31 bedroom luxury castle hotel, Swinton Park is a Grade II listed building, dating from the 1600’s. Lavishly furnished, this is a unique opportunity to enjoy a stately home experience in one of the highest rated hotels in Yorkshire.

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17th Century

Lumley Castle Hotel

Chester-le-Street, Co. Durham, DH3 4NX.

With a history dating back more than 600 years, the castle takes its name from its creator Sir Ralph Lumley, a knight renowned for his bravery in battle. The hotel now boasts 73 luxurious and uniquely designed bedrooms, many with four poster beds and feature baths.

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14th Century

Buittle Castle – Lady Maxwell Room

Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, DG7 1PA.

Step back in history and experience a night, or perhaps two, in one of Scotland’s former royal castles. Guests at Buittle Castle can now stay in the beautifully appointed Lady Maxwell Room with its own en suite bathroom.

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12th Century

Buittle Castle – The Munches Room

Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, DG7 1PA.

Former home to the Maxwells and Gordons, guests can immerse themselves in Jacobite history with a stay in The Munches Room at Buittle Castle. With its own en suite bathroom, accommodation is on the ground floor with direct access to the courtyard.

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12th Century

Roch Castle

Roch, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales.

Roch Castle sits high above the Pembrokeshire landscape offering panoramic views over St Brides Bay and the Preseli Hills. Choose a bed and breakfast stay or take exclusive use and indulge in unique accommodation, fine dining at Blas Restaurant, at our sister hotel, Twr y Felin and the perfect location to explore the UK’s only truly coastal National Park.

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13th Century

Appleby Castle

Appleby Castle, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XH.

Deep in the heart of the beautiful Eden Valley you will find historic Appleby Castle. This stunning Norman motte and bailey castle is now offering bed and breakfast in seven luxurious guest bedrooms with four poster beds…

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11th Century

The Barcaldine Castle

Benderloch, Oban, Argyll, PA37 1SA.

Set beside the tranquil shores of Loch Creran, this historic 17th century tower house castle now offers luxurious bed and breakfast accommodation in six elegant rooms. Also known as the ‘Black Castle’, it was originally built by Sir Duncan Campbell between 1601 and 1609.

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17th Century

Thornbury Castle

Thornbury Castle, Castle Street, Thornbury, Gloucestershire, BS35 1HH.

Built in 1511, Thornbury Castle is a magnificent Tudor castle-palace set in historic parkland. It is the only Tudor castle to operate as a hotel and restaurant in England. Enjoy regal dreams in the bedchamber where King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept.

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16th Century

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