Bodmin Jail Hotel

4.0 star property

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Champagne bar
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Front of property
Interior
Hallway

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Scarlett’s Well Road, Bodmin, England, PL31 2PL
  • Place, Bodmin Jail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cornish Health
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Beacon Hill Obelisk
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Family Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bodmin

Located in Bodmin, Bodmin Jail Hotel is in the suburbs, a 2-minute drive from Bodmin Jail and 8 minutes from Pencarrow House and Garden. .This hotel is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Lanhydrock and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Eden Project.

What's nearby

  • Bodmin Jail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cornish Health - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Courtroom Experience - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Beacon Hill Obelisk - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cornwall's Regimental Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Bugle Station - 11 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mill Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bodmin & Wenford Station Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC Bodmin - Launceston Road - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Viraj Indian Cuisine - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Bodmin Jail Hotel

Suburban hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Bodmin Jail
Bodmin Jail Hotel offers 70 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, and bathrobes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 70 guestrooms, featuring heated floors and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and minibars.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a banquet hall and bike storage.
Grab dinner at The Chapel Restaurant, a restaurant that specializes in local cuisine. You can also grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
English breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Chapel Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Champagne Bar - Onsite Champagne bar. Open daily.
The Jolly Hangman Tavern - This theme restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Champagne Bar
  • The Chapel Restaurant
  • The Jolly Hangman Tavern

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1779
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 75.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 75.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 09861358

Property is also known as

Bodmin Jail Hotel Hotel
Bodmin Jail Hotel Bodmin
Bodmin Jail Hotel Hotel Bodmin

Bodmin Jail Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 438 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room amazing full of character of the prison
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A professional and friendly greeting on arrival from reception staff. The room was clean and spacious. Everything was well laid out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time and loved the hotel - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, staff polite and attentive. Attention to finer detail carpet stains and dirty chairs could sorted, as a 4 star hotel. Would stay again as overall great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay an amazing place steeped in history
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food at both dinner and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, one of the most unique places I have started in. Excellent service and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Simone

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was compact but had everything we needed for a 1 night stay. The bed was 2 singles zipped together but as there wasn't a mattress topper over the two singles, there was a dip in the middle of the bed. The bathroom was excellent. The bar was disappointing - cold and uncomfortable with limited seating options. Staff did not welcome us or acknowledge us as we stood at the bar for 15 mins waiting to order (the only the couple waiting walked out). Once we were finally asked what we wanted to drink, it took a further 35 mins to receive it. Breakfast was superb. Staff were efficient, attentive and friendly. The selection was extensive and quality of food excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely time and the hotel was awesome. The service at dinner was a bit slow which was a surprise as the restaurant was quiet. However everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent in every way. Nice rooms, spacious, made up of three cells. Wonderful bathroom with bath and separate shower. Amazing breakfast that was included. Plenty of character. Free parking. My girlfriend says room slightly dusty but I didn’t notice. A coffee machine would have been nice (rather than instant coffee). Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a facinating hotel. Never stayed in a jail before. Rooms were basically three cells made into a double bedroom ensuite. Very tastefully done.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

10/10 Excellent

Ghislaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is amazing in so many ways. The history of the place, that you can see when you walk around, and read the plaques, the staff are very professional and helpful, the rooms are so well done, and gorgeous to stay in, with comfy beds meaning a great nights sleep every night! Great choice at Breakfast to start your day. Can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved our stsy in Bodmin jail.The hogh standards from the moment we entered the building are credit to the team and the owner of the building. Staff food rooms infact everything outstanding. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bodmin Jail

Bar and Restaurant staff helpful and polite. Food (breakfast) was very good. Checkin was below the standard expected, as was the attitude of the duty manager when we made a complaint. We won’t be staying at the hotel again for this reason.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

Add this to your bucket list

Rooms were immaculate, all the staff were really helpful and engaging, with the jail experience to hand, it was an amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the moment we arrived we were very impressed with how the building has been restored, both outside and inside, retaining many original features. We were given a warm welcome by the staff who were happy to share their knowledge of the building. Our room had everything we needed and, considering the walls were stone, it was spotless. We enjoyed the Champagne Bar and The Chapel (for evening meal and breakfast), all of which were excellent. The later check out gave us time to explore the building. We look forward to a further stay in the future and would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique hotel experience. Staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025