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Bickleigh Castle Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers can embrace their playful side at the playground or enjoy a tennis match, then find relaxation within the historic stone walls of this castle retreat.

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Bickleigh Castle Hotel blends history with modern comforts. Visitors can stroll through the garden, play tennis on the outdoor court, or relax in the spa tub. The playground and barbecue grills make this castle ideal for those seeking both activity and relaxation.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €162
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (Castle Tudor)

Suite, Private Bathroom (Castle Tudor)

Suite, Private Bathroom (Castle Tudor)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Superior Twin Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Private Bathroom

Suite, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Tiverton is home to Bickleigh Castle Hotel. Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life and National Trust Killerton are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tiverton Golf Club and Hatherland Brewery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ian Moorcroft Stadium or Edenvale Park. Kayaking, rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Tiverton travel guide
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Bickleigh Castle, Bickleigh, Tiverton, England, EX16 8RP

What's nearby

  • National Trust Killerton
    National Trust Killerton
    17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Exeter Cathedral
    Exeter Cathedral
    26 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Sunset Over Exeter Quay - Devon, England
    Exeter's Historic Quayside
    26 min drive - 24.8 km
  • University of Exeter
    22 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Sandy Park Rugby Stadium
    24 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Polsloe Bridge Station
    17 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Thorverton Arms
    9 min drive
  • Greggs
    8 min drive
  • The Exeter
    9 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    8 min drive
  • The Lamb
    6 min drive

About this property

Bickleigh Castle Hotel

  • Upscale castle
  • You can look forward to a garden, a playground and conference space at Bickleigh Castle Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and smoke-free property
    • Wedding services, 1 meeting room and a computer station
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Ice makers, highchairs and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 and cash
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Bickleigh Castle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bickleigh Castle Hotel?

As of 17 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bickleigh Castle Hotel on 21 Jun 2026 start from €162, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bickleigh Castle Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bickleigh Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bickleigh Castle Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bickleigh Castle Hotel located?

Situated in Tiverton, this castle is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Devon Railway Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life and St Peter's Church. Tiverton Castle and Exe Valley Leisure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Bickleigh Castle Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 129 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a magical place to stay. The remaining part of the castle, the gatehouse, is where our room was, and in fact we had use of a significant part of that building which is around 700 years old. We had a huge 4 poster bed which was very comfortable, and our own bathroom across the landing. We had access to the grounds which contain a chapel with 6th century origins. Some of the administration was not quite as perfect as we would have liked, but please persevere, as we did, and you will have a wonderful experience. A good continental breakfast was included. If you want to sleep in a genuine castle with a four poster bed, then you will struggle to find anywhere as good as this, and certainly not at this very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

eddy

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely environment, beautiful garden, friendly and helpful staff, I thoroughly enjoyed my three nights stay here. For anyone who love and would like to indulge themselves in history, this IS the place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous place to stay staff looked after me well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous weekend, very clean, breakfast was wonderful, great for history, a very peaceful weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful gracious hosts in the amazing historical setting of a castle
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Interesting tour, lovely scones, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely stay in the shadows of a castle

Our stay was lovely, relaxing and peaceful. The two rooms we booked were warm and spacious. The kids loved having access to the castle to walk around as well as the tennis courts. The owners were always happy to engage with our children and share their knowledge of the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet only one staying there, no evening dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The property is looking tired as well as the rooms. Fantastic surroundings though. Had no TV as the remote control was not available, the lady who booked me in had just had a loss in her family & was under a lot of pressure, so didn’t feel I could trouble her. Sorry to say I wouldn’t stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

NEIL

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked hotel - yet when I arrived at 6pm there were no staff - all doors locked - no guests and hotel appeared to be closed. Expedia relocated me to another hotel close by.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location and very friendly welcoming hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very basic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

toby

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Goodness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Barbara

Atmospheric, and an experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jeanette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room in old thatched cottage adjoining castle with tour of the castle
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value hotel stay, basic rooms but our family room was en suite. The restaurant and bar were closed during our stay so bed and breakfast only. Tranquil setting. Quirky but we had a good weekend with the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed with my husband and two children. The setting was incredible and steeped in history. It was a lovely sanctuary of peace and quiet. I recommend it as a truly unique place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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4/10 Poor

marie adeline

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
beautiful setting and environment but it is aging
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Karl

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Castle surrounds are lovely, however the room I stayed in was dated, dirty, damp, grass cuttings on the floor and woodlice infestation. Pictures are very misleading on the website. Gentleman was lovely who checked me in, although I was waiting 30 mins.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended property with a lovely hostess (Sarah) and conscientious family staff. The castle and grounds are fantastic and the church was beautiful (we could only see the outside). I don't care for cats but the one here followed me everywhere and was very precocious. This is a peaceful and beautiful retreat and the castle is beautifully lit at night. Sarah even upgraded our room because we were the only visitors. A gracious hostess with lots of stories and interested us. What a treat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Ashok

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The worst property I have stayed in for the amount paid. Room was dirty, bedsheet and pillow over appeared not to have been washed, the mattress that was exposed had dust visible, bedspread torn, no control on heating. No bath mat provided, no handrails for towels etc, no exhaust..the property is not liveable.breakfast not to mention was sparse and atasted stale! I T
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

TJ

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst Hotel experience Ever!

On arrival, no one was at reception. We rang the bell for 15 minutes before the owner finally came out and casually told us they had been in the bath. We were given the key to Room 18, only to walk into a disgusting scene—dirty floors, used coffee mugs, an unmade bed, wet towels on the floor, a full bin of leftover food and cigarettes, and a filthy bathroom. The toilet hadn't been flushed, there was urine on the seat, and grime everywhere. We returned to complain but were left waiting another 15 minutes. The manager eventually came and reluctantly agreed to view the room. She apologised and offered to clean it, but told us to be quick getting changed as she "had plans in 30 minutes." Not professional at all. Later that night, it was clear the room had barely been touched. The bin was still full, the toilet still dirty, and the bed just remade—not changed—crumbs and all. Even the bath mat was still wet from the previous guests. The next morning, we were given towels with holes and tears. Breakfast was included, but we felt too uncomfortable to eat anything. This hotel was run-down, unhygienic, and clearly not maintained. By far the worst hotel we’ve ever stayed in. Would never return and absolutely would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 star? More like 2 star!

Breakfast - basic, only toasted bread and croissants, basic choice of cereals. There’s nothing continental about the breakfast, and no cooked breakfast at all. Fruit - blueberries, strawberries and raspberries - not fresh, and I saw the owner Sarah clearing tables and uneaten fruit was put back onto the main table! Accommodation - Dirty windows, bathroom dirty, new sealant on top of old, black sealant, shower screen grim. And the rest too (walls, skirting boards full of dust). No hairdryer. Beds dirty and uncomfortable, it was as sleeping on bed springs. Don’t expect cleaning on a weekend. We stayed there 11 night, so experienced 2 weekends, when asked why the room hasn’t been cleaned, it’s because they don’t have a cleaner on a weekend! The busiest time for any hotel. Grounds - need to hire a gardener! Overgrown, weeds growing everywhere, fruit orchard neglected, ponds not worth looking at. We stayed there 5 years ago at the height of Covid pandemic and at that time it was more like a 4 star hotel, hence returning! Back then we had cooked breakfast, grounds were beautiful and we took a lot of pictures. Not this time. Nothing worth taking pictures for. We stayed at the very same room, and it hasn’t changed a bit! Same bed spreads, small TV, same paint, as if frozen in time. We won’t be returning ever again. Sarah husband’s health has deteriorated and staying in a room below ours - on late evenings Sarah was arguing with her husband and swearing. Very unprofessional.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Riitta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jos haluat mennä romanttiselle matkalle, tämä linna on paras! Ympäristö on mahtava, puitteet juuri oikeat lomailulle. Omistajat erittäin ystävällisiä.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEFANIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Übernachten auf dem Burggelände

Dieser Ort hat fernab vom Rummel der Stadt einen ganz eigenen Zauber und lässt einen sofort entspannen. Die Besitzerin ist einfach zauberhaft und sehr bemüht, ihre Gäste in Komfort zu bringen. Sie ist eine sehr freundliche Person und ist ganz offensichtlich die gute Seele des Hauses, die mit viel liebe zum Detail die Zimmer, das Haus und den Garten liebevoll gestaltet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025