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Bodmin Jail Hotel

4.0 star property

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Located close to Bodmin Jail and Pencarrow House and Garden, Bodmin Jail Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Chapel Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
The current price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Family Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Bodmin, Bodmin Jail Hotel is in the suburbs and near a train station. Bodmin Jail and Lanhydrock are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Eden Project and Retallack Water Sports. Don't miss out on a visit to Camel Creek Adventure Park. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Bodmin travel guide
Map
Scarlett’s Well Road, Bodmin, England, PL31 2PL

What's nearby

  • Creepy cell in the derelict Naval Prison
    Bodmin Jail
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Berry Tower
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • St Petroc's Parish Church
    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
    10 min drive
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Bodmin Jail Hotel

Upscale hotel near Bodmin Jail
Located close to Pencarrow House and Garden and Lanhydrock, Bodmin Jail Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site local cuisine fine-dining restaurant, The Chapel Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a 24-hour front desk
  • Secured bike storage, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms have comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heated floors and free tea bags/instant coffee

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in ECOsmart – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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 are 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 34 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 20.00 for adults and from 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Bodmin Jail Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bodmin Jail Hotel on 23 Mar 2026 start from AU$300, 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 Bodmin Jail Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bodmin Jail Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Bodmin Jail Hotel located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bodmin Jail, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lanhydrock and Pencarrow House and Garden. Eden Project and Retallack Water Sports are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bodmin Jail Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 453 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 453 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 453 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 453 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 453 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel was very good with kind friendly staff good food .couldn't fault it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Rosemary spicer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fantastic and the breakfast was amazing the staff were brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. Would stay again thank you Easy Check in, The room is very spacious and clean and smelt fresh. The hotel is in a perfect location just where i needed to be. Food and bar service in the hotel was very good. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I travel all over the country for work and I have to say this is one of the best hotels I’ve stayed in.Not only for the history and the premium look of the hotel but the service, the staff, breakfast, room quality, bathroom shower where all with spot on. If you are needing to stay near here make sure it’s at this hotel, thank me later 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely night spent in jail .. comfortable clean warm an a brill meal! Can't complain!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and very comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing friendly helpful staff. Room was amazing. Was very sad to leave. Will definitely stay again but for longer
Bedroom
Bathroom
Corridor
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big bathroom and nice restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

8/10 Good

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really impressive renovation fascinating place to visit and stay nice hotel good food and good service would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

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

Gorgeous hotel

Gorgeous historical hotel, very clean, lovely staff and stunning converted cell bedrooms. I would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morenwyn

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

Not cheap but superb value.

This hotel is not cheap, but it is excellent value for money. The level of comfort, service and the superb food make it an absolute delight to stay. It will rival many "luxury" London hotels.
The Civil Wing, where you enter.
The Naval (Ex Women's) wing where we stayed.
The Chapel Restaurant
Writ cup of one of the convicts who had had a previous stay in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We just loved the whole experience of staying in a hotel that had character and an interesting history. Our stay was exCELLent, enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel - history, the renovation, comfort. The staff are excellent - very polite and helpful. definitely will be a return visitor for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Such a brilliant hotel. Rooms are extremely modern and spacious. Staff were also fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing and superb stay loved every minute we was there Bex was superb as a guide
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely food great and staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay, staff were extremely helpful, rooms were lovely and very clean. Food at the hotel was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Excellent and different hotel you must try

Foreboding frontage leading into a light and spacious reception area. All staff friendly and approachable. Service exceptional. Food superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

A brilliant place to stay!

Such a fantastic experience! A beautiful hotel and such a unique place to stay. The staff were excellent, rooms super comfortable and nothing went bump in the night!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Great night

Amazing hotel with very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025