Bovey Castle Hotel and Spa

Bovey Castle Hotel and Spa, a five-star hotel in Dartmoor

Bovey Castle Hotel and Spa is a Five Red Star property located in North Bovey, within Dartmoor National Park in Devon (United Kingdom). It occupies a 275-acre estate of natural landscape and presents itself as a luxury stay aimed at families, couples, groups of friends and travellers with dogs. The hotel is part of Eden Hotel Collection, which is part of Rigby Group (RG) plc.

History and awards

The building first opened as a hotel and golf resort in 1930, driven by Great Western Railways. Today, the property has been named Best Large Hotel in England at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2026 and Small Hotel Group of the Year 2024-25 by the AA. It also holds a Gold certification for sustainability, recognising its environmental practices.

Accommodation: rooms and lodges

The accommodation offering is divided between rooms in the castle and private lodges within the estate. Room categories include Single, Mews, Classic, Castle, Valley, Junior State, State and Grand State. The private lodges are classified as Classic Dartmoor Lodges and Dartmoor Luxury Lodges, with self-catering dining options. The hotel describes itself as suitable for families and for guests travelling with dogs.

Dining

The complex has several dining venues: Great Western Grill, Smith's Brasserie, afternoon tea service, Sunday lunch, private dining and festive menus, as well as dedicated menus for the lodges. The offering is completed by its own chef.

Spa and wellness

The hotel spa, called Elan Spa, includes a pool and gym, treatments and products, spa days, spa breaks and a membership programme. It also offers specific options during the Christmas season.

Golf and activities

Golf is one of the mainstays of the complex, with its own course, membership, driving range, academy, course visitors, corporate golf and packages combining accommodation and play, both in rooms and in lodges. The estate also organises activities such as archery, air rifle shooting, Bovey Rangers, Press and Pour, clay pigeon shooting, Dartmoor tours, deer park tour, falconry, fly fishing, horse carriage rides, Little Keep, castle workshops, off-road driving and yoga classes.

Events, weddings and celebrations

The hotel has spaces for ceremonies, wedding packages, the option of exclusive use and rooms for events and celebrations. It has facilities for meetings and conferences, meeting packages, team days, corporate golf and Christmas celebrations, with dedicated brochures for conferences and weddings. It is also offered as a filming location.

Sustainability and additional services

The property states an active commitment to positive environmental practices and their ongoing evaluation, aimed at teams, guests and local communities. Additional services include electric vehicle charging points, the Eden Hotel Collection loyalty programme, gallery, virtual tour and gift voucher sales. The owning company, Bovey Castle Property Limited, is registered in England and Wales with number 09552863 and registered office at Bridgeway House, Bridgeway, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6YX; its VAT number is 806641241.

Location and contact

North Bovey, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, TQ13 8RE · Phone: 01647 445 000 · Email: info@boveycastle.com