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The Great Western Hotel Station Approach, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA1 1QW
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Situated around 20 minutes' walk from Lyngford Park, the smoke-free The Great Western Hotel Taunton features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site. This 3-star hotel, located just near The Cooper Associates County Ground, is also at a proximity to Somerset Military Museum.

Location

The centre of Taunton is a 10 minutes' walk of the hotel. Sights, a mere 1.1 km from The Great Western Taunton, include the fortified Castle Lodge.

There is French Weir Park a 13-minute stroll away, and Taunton bus station is a short way from the property.

This Taunton hotel is also within a 9-km distance of Bishops Lydeard train station, and 42 minutes' driving distance from Exeter International airport.

Rooms

The Great Western Hotel has 15 rooms appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as self-catering options such as tea and coffee making facilities. Guests will find hairdryers and towels in bathrooms fitted with a separate toilet and a shower.

Eat & Drink

This accommodation features an à la carte restaurant and a lounge bar. Stragglers Coffee House is located next to The Great Western and serves British dishes, in proximity to the property.

Leisure & Business

This hotel also includes a sundeck and a picnic area.

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The hotel provides many room choices—family rooms, doubles, and pet-friendly suites—with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers
Deluxe Family Room
2 persons
13 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Room Disability Access
2 persons
15 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Room
2 persons
12 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Local transport and travel tips

Overview of transport options available

City Centre
Taunton900 m
Airports
Exeter International (EXT) 55.0 km
Bristol (BRS) 58.1 km
Bus
Bus stop400 m

Facilities

Hotels feature amenities designed to keep both you and your pet comfortable

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Hotel location

The Great Western Hotel Station Approach, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA1 1QW
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The Great Western Hotel Station Approach, Taunton, United Kingdom, TA1 1QW
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