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Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

4.0 star property
Tudor castle with free valet parking and spa services

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Superior Double Room
Fountain
Exterior
Food and drink
Superior Double Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$443
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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Castle Street, Thornbury, Bristol, England, BS35 1HH
  • Thornbury Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Mall at Cribbs Causeway
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Berkeley Castle
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Suite

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
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Henry VIII)

Suite (Henry VIII)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Catherine of Aragon Tower)

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
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Jane Seymour)

Suite (Jane Seymour)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Bristol

A luxury stay in Bristol awaits you at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux. You'll be 15.7 km (9.8 mi) from Berkeley Castle and 15.8 km (9.8 mi) from Wye Valley. Highlights at this historic castle include a restaurant, free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Thornbury Castle, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and conference space. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Thornbury castle include Chepstow Castle and Chepstow Racecourse.
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What's nearby

  • Thornbury Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Mall at Cribbs Causeway - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Berkeley Castle - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Chepstow Castle - 17 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Chepstow Racecourse - 17 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Bristol Pilning Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hawkes House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wolfridge Alpaca Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Swan - ‬6 min drive
  • Coffee #1

About this property

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux

Tudor castle with free valet parking and spa services
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux. The castle can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking and valet parking are available. A complete renovation of Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux was completed in May 2021.

This 4-star Bristol castle is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1536
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux offers 27 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Thornbury Castle

Things to do

  • Archery

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1536
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 9 January and 19 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the castle before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux on 16 Aug 2025 start from NZ$443.13, 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.

Is parking available at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yep, Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like deep-tissue massages.

What makes Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux.

Does Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

No, Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Thornbury Castle, Relais & Châteaux Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 466 out of 581 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 581 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 581 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 581 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 581 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It wax excellent castle experience and staff are very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property - interesting history and gorgeous gardens and fabulous dining. What a treat!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely breathtaking.. service impeccable. Room was huge and so gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mona

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

Live Like royalty, we did.

Stunning historic building. properly trained, helpful, friendly staff. Bathrooms beautifully modernized while keeping the bedrooms and buildings historic authenticity. Your stay and the food will making you feel like a king and queen. I fully recommend the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a totally unique hotel and we loved it. You could feel the history. We didn’t receive any VIP treatment or benefits even if it said it was a VIP hotel. BUT we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our recent stay at this property was terrific. The staff were very accommodating and the hotel itself is beautiful. My 9-year old daughter, my mother and myself enjoyed every minute of our stay. We cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning historic castle, feels like you are in another time but with luxurious modern amenities. Also the breakfast is fantastic. So glad we decided to stay here, a once in a lifetime experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but service was poor. Had to keep asking for everything, servers spilt drinks when putting on table. Came across as confused not 5 *
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical time at the castle Henry VIII suite absolutely worth it Be sure to dine at the castle and tour the grounds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

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

Valentine Stay

This place was amazing, we stayed for Valentines and it was just an incredible experience. The staff were brilliant very friendly and helpful. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning castle. The rooms were done to an amazing standard and were absolutely spotless. The staff were really helpful and friendly. We had to leave early in the morning and they provided us with a pack up breakfast. It was a very special experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, gilroy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The authenticity of the castle and the quiet fires were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Fascinating, historic castle with great rooms

Weekend stay at Thornbury Castle. Fascinating, historic castle. We really enjoyed our stay. The restaurant was excellent and breakfast likewise. Our room was at the top of its own tower, with a fantastic bathroom. Great shower, although a bath would have been nice. The public rooms are amazing, with lots of character. Bit cold this weekend, but it was snowing outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique property. If you're a fan of the Tudors this is a must stay in the Tower Suites. Fine dining and excellent staff, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although it was pricey, the castle rooms, grounds, and staff were top notch. The bedrooms were exquisite and quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024