About this property

Historic Setting: The Old Down Inn in Radstock is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, seating areas, free toiletries, and carpeted floors. Family rooms and shared bathrooms are available. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British, Steakhouse, local, and European cuisines. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a garden, outdoor seating area, and a bar. Additional services include housekeeping, menus for special diets, and free on-site parking. Location: Located 17 mi from Bristol Airport, the property is near attractions such as Bath Spa Train Station (14 mi) and The Roman Baths (14 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Free Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 full beds
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vladimira
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We very much appreciate the little touches in the room! Towels and shampoo on the bed, welcome can water, lovely tea cups, hair dryer, amazing pillows! The stuff was lovely and very friendly. Very tasty food too! Nice garden.
  • Hollie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was lovely the staff were great and the hotel itself is out of this world. The best sticky toffee pudding EVER :D Thanks so much to all staff
  • Clare
    Canada Canada
    Charming building and staff exceptional! Breakfast was amazing every morning! Maxine offered us many ideas for sightseeing in the area and we weren’t disappointed. The property was busy every day we were there hosting events and serving in the...
  • Marian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great hospitality. Food was very good well presented and great portions. Room was clean and comfortable as were the eating areas.
  • Susan
    United States United States
    Historic inn, comfortable bed and lovely room, friendly proprietor and staff, good food. Roo. Was quiet.
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s historical charm as an ancient coaching inn, and its proximity to our venue. The owner and host, Maxine is such a caring, attentive and kind person, her passion for this hotel is wonderful. We loved our stay of six nights,
  • Tony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast good. Location excellent for family event
  • Wayne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room design was pleasant and neutral Comfy bed, we both slept well Breakfast lush Evening meal yummy The spacious room meant no dancing past each other to get to the bathroom or mirror
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely pub and restaurant. Will, stay again next time we are in the area.
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were absolutely lovely. The inn was quaint and quirky with lots of personality and charm. The food was excellent. The garden was beautiful. It is an old country inn in a beautiful setting.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 432 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

The Old down inn is set in the heart of the Mendip hills, surrounded by rolling Somerset countryside. We are located within 30 minutes of Wells, Cheddar, Wookey hole, Glastonbury and Street, Whilst being connected to Bath and Wells by the 173 bus service. We are also located within 20 minutes of the Bath and West showground in shelton mallet. The building was originally built in 1640 as a coaching inn, it was once a mail sorting office, with the royal mail charter displayed in the hallway. There is a large on site car park with ample parking. The restaurant serves mostly traditional pub food with our specials board showing off whats in season, serving locally produced food where possible.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • Steakhouse • Local • European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.