Castle Hotel Gold Award, Taunton

In the heart of Taunton, 2 miles (3.2 km) from the M5 motorway, this 4-star hotel has been welcoming travellers since the 12th century.

Run by the Chapman family for 60 years, the Castle Hotel has won many awards, from a 'Michelin Star', to Tatler's 'Best Out Of Town Restaurant' award (2002). It also has a '4-Star Gold Award' from VisitBritain.

Each room is designed by the director, Louise Chapman. All have standard facilities, as well as LCD TVs and free Wi-Fi internet access. Limited 24-hour room service is available.

The Castle Hotel in Taunton's town centre, is 2 miles from junction 25 of the M5, and only a few minutes from the station which provides direct connections with London and Birmingham. The national motorway network makes Taunton only 45 minutes away from Bristol.

Explore the sea and the magnificent surrounding landscapes, from the Somerset Levels to the Blackdown Hills.

There are numerous National Trust properties in the surrounding area, with Hestercombe Gardens and the West Somerset Railway all just a short drive away.