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The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset

Name: The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset
Address: Church Street, Ilchester, GB

★★★★·9.3/ 10Excellent

·Inns

Offsite parking discounted rates availableFamily roomsLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outFax/photocopyingPacked lunchesAll 50 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 279 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-11

Guests praise friendly staff, excellent food, and clean rooms. Main drawbacks include dated decor, poor soundproofing, hot water tank noise, and occasional service issues.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.3

Cleanliness9.3

Rooms9.2

Value9.1

Location9.1

Facilities8.8

Surroundings8.8

Wi-Fi8.7

＋ PraisedFriendly and attentive staff · Excellent and plentiful breakfast · Comfortable and spacious rooms · Great value for money

－ ComplaintsAging facilities/maintenance issues · Low shower water pressure · Limited parking space · Understaffing issues

KEYIdeal for those valuing hospitality and food. Expect dated decor; avoid street-side or equipment-adjacent rooms if sensitive to noise.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationIs the hotel location convenient?＋

Located centrally in Ilchester with a high location score of 9.1. On-site parking is available for a fee, though space can be limited.

diningHow is the breakfast and dining?＋

Dining is highly praised, especially breakfast. The restaurant serves classic British food with fresh local ingredients. However, some guests noted slow service during peak hours and inconsistent breakfast quality.

familyIs this hotel suitable for families?＋

Yes, it features family rooms, kids' meals, and outdoor play equipment. Staff are praised for their patience with children. Note that some family rooms are small with poor shower design, and soundproofing is average.

coupleWhat is the experience like for couples?＋

Couples love the cozy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and value for money. Main drawbacks include traffic noise in street-facing rooms and creaky floors in the old building.

roomHow are the room facilities and cleanliness?＋

Cleanliness scores are high at 9.3, with generally tidy rooms. However, some facilities are dated, bathrooms may have mold, and the hot water system causes noise and overheating at night.

serviceWhat is the level of service?＋

Service scores are high at 9.3, with staff praised for being friendly and helpful. However, reception is not 24-hour, and occasional rude attitudes or poor issue resolution were noted.

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Room types · 13

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Deluxe Suite

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Double bed / 1 × Sofa bed12 ㎡up to 4

Large Attic Room with a mini kitchen area, private bathroom with shower over bath. One large Double bed and One single bed perfect for small groups or families, (stairs access to the room as attic room, stair gate can be provided upon request)

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Large Double Room

1 × Large bed / 2 × Single bed11 ㎡up to 2

Ground Floor Large Room with Large bed, en suite bathroom including wet room style shower. this room is suitable for dogs as it has access to a small courtyard. dog charge/ fee is required £10 per dog. This room has a king sized bed that can also be made into a twin upon request, please make sure you state how you would like your bed when booking so we are able to make this up accordingly before your arrival.

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Superior Family Room

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Double bed / 1 × Sofa bed9 ㎡up to 4

This family room includes a large bed, small single and a small pull out sofa bed, suitable for children. also is fitted with a bathroom with a shower over the bath and walk in wardrobe area. This family room has a electric kettle, seating area and sofa.

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Classic Family Room

2 × Bunk bed / 1 × Queen bed8 ㎡up to 4

This Family Room features Bunk Beds Suitable for any person under 5ft or the age of 12 years. Please note that the bunk beds are small toddler beds, and not full single beds. The room also features a standard family bathroom with a bath and shower and tea and coffee making facilities.

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Double Room - Ground Floor

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 2 × Twin bed8 ㎡up to 2

This Accessible Ground floor room is available as a twin or a double, to be specified when booking please. this room features a king size bed, desk, chairs and bathroom fitted with a walk in shower.

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Large Double or Twin Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 2 × Twin bed8 ㎡up to 2

Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a sofa, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.

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Cottage

1 × Sofa bed7 ㎡up to 3

Featuring a private entrance, this bungalow comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The bungalow provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Double Room

1 × Double bed7 ㎡up to 2

A double room with attached bathroom with flat-screen Freeview TV and hospitality tray.

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Small Double Room

1 × Double bed7 ㎡up to 1

A compact double room with en suite, flat-screen TV and hospitality tray

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Single Room

1 × Twin bed6 ㎡up to 1

A charming single room with attached bathroom which benefits from having a double bed, a flat-screen Freeview TV and hospitality tray.

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Deluxe Double Room

1 × King bedup to 2

1 King BedFeatures a private patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Deluxe Loft, Multiple Beds

1 × Double bed / 1 × Twin bedup to 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin BedLayout - Bedroom Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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Double Room, Accessible

1 × Double bedup to 2

1 Double BedFeatures a private patio Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Free newspaper, iron/ironing board, and local mapsComfort - Daily housekeeping and heatingAccessibility - Grab bar in showerNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

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The Ilchester Arms Hotel, Ilchester Somerset

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 13

Deluxe Suite

Large Double Room

Superior Family Room

Classic Family Room

Double Room - Ground Floor

Large Double or Twin Room

Cottage

Double Room

Small Double Room

Single Room

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Loft, Multiple Beds

Double Room, Accessible

Facilities · 50

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