Yarn Market Hotel Dunster, Dunster ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

25-33 High Street, Dunster, United Kingdom, TA24 6SF

The Yarn Market Hotel is located in the historic village of Dunster, within Exmoor National Park. It is renowned for its engaging music breaks, including jazz performances by the John Shillito Jazz Band. The hotel offers specialty breaks and is known for its picturesque surroundings and vibrant local culture. Guests can explore the medieval architecture and lush landscapes that define this area.

Location

Situated in the heart of Dunster, the hotel is adjacent to the iconic octagonal Yarn Market and within a short walk to attractions like Dunster Castle and the working Watermill. The West Somerset Railway, known for its scenic steam train rides, has a station nearby. The hotel is approximately 49.5 miles from Bristol and provides assistance with planning transportation for local activities.

Rooms

The hotel features a variety of recently renovated rooms with modern amenities, including en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Superior Double Rooms provide options for king-size or four-poster beds, with views of the gardens or landmarks. Family suites with additional space and separate areas are available for guests traveling with children. All rooms come with complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the Yarn Market Hotel includes a focus on locally-sourced ingredients, with a varied menu catering to different dietary needs. The restaurant is open for dinner and can accommodate group meals, with arrangements available for numbers from 10 to 60. Guests can enjoy a selection of wines, local beers, and ciders alongside their meals. Special diets can be catered for upon request.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides a range of leisure activities, including music holidays and special breaks like guided walking tours and stargazing weekends. For business needs, it offers conference facilities that can accommodate up to 70 delegates, with options for tailored packages including catering and equipment. Assistance with transport using the hotel minibus is also available for local excursions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room

Max:

3 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Superior Double Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Dunster1000 ft

Airports

Bristol (BRS) 48.8 mi

Exeter International (EXT) 49.6 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining!

“The food was a standout feature during my stay, with a variety of home-cooked options that catered to all tastes, ensuring every meal was enjoyable.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“The complimentary car park pass made parking a breeze, allowing us to easily drop off our luggage before settling in.” view full review

Comfortable Stay

“My room was spacious and beautifully decorated, featuring a cozy double bed that made for a restful night's sleep.” view full review

Well-Equipped Bathroom

“The bathroom was a good surprise, boasting both a bath and a shower, which offered the perfect way to relax after a day of walking.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Table tennis
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

25-33 High Street, Dunster, United Kingdom, TA24 6SF

Map view

25-33 High Street, Dunster, United Kingdom, TA24 6SF

City landmarks

7 Mill Lane

Dunster Working Watermill

2300 ft

Dunster

Dunster Butter Cross

3200 ft

Park St

Dunster Gallox Bridge

2500 ft

Warren Rd

Butlin's Minehead Resort

1.7 mi

Butlins

1.6 mi

Dunster

West Somerset Railway

1.8 mi

The Avenue In The Beeches Hotel

Minehead Museum

2.0 mi

Bat's Castle

1.8 mi

24C Quirke Street Of Friday Street

Garry Floyd Fine Art Gallery

2.0 mi

Beach

Minehead Beach

1.7 mi

W Somerset Coast Path

Minehead Seafront

1.7 mi

1 Mart Rd

Minehead Eye

1.8 mi

Garden

Blenheim Gardens

2.1 mi

Church

St Peter On The Quay

2.4 mi

A39 West Somerset Railway

Somerset & Dorset Railway Museum at Washford

3.7 mi

Museums

Cleeve Abbey

4.0 mi

Torre Cider Farm Follow Brown signs from the roundabout on the A39 between Minehead and Williton

Torre Cider Farm

4.2 mi

Nearby

Castle

Dunster Castle

1300 ft

High Street

Yarn Market

300 ft

Conygar Tower Gate

400 ft

Church Street

The Parish and Priory Church of St. George

1000 ft

Museums

Dunster Museum and Dolls Collection

200 ft

English Heritage

Butter Cross

400 ft

Priory Green

Dovecote

600 ft

Bridges

Gallox Bridge

900 ft

Dunster Village

800 ft

Parks

Dunster National Park Centre

600 ft

14 High Street

The Medieval Gallery

200 ft

1 Church Street adjacent to the Parish Church of St George

Dunster Village Garden

400 ft

Mill Ln

National Trust

1800 ft

Restaurants

Psalter's Restaurant

0 ft

32-36 High Street

Luttrel Arms

100 ft

32-36 High Street

Cobblestones

200 ft

24 High Street

Locks Victorian Tea Rooms

300 ft

18C High Street

Tessa's Tea Room

300 ft

13 High Street The Olde House

The Chocolate House

300 ft

12 High Street

Dunster Castle Hotel

400 ft

5 High Street

Castle Coffee House

400 ft

House Castle Coffee 4 High Street

The Royal Oak

400 ft

Luxborough

The Dragon House Hotel

400 ft

Bilbrook

Squires Brasserie

400 ft

5 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great views

Cozy bed

Horrendous condition rooms

Inconvenient parking

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

8.0

Service

9.0

Dining

6.0

Roger

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offers stunning views from the rooms, but they are in a horrendous condition. The bed is cozy, and all the usual facilities are available. The service is top-notch with staff always willing to help. Unfortunately, the dining experience is marred by awful pop music. The location is right in the center of medieval Dunster, but parking is a bit inconvenient.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms have excellent views but are in a horrendous condition. The bed is cozy, and all necessary facilities are provided.

Service

9.0

The staff is very welcoming and goes above and beyond to provide excellent service.

Location

7.0

The hotel is situated in the center of medieval Dunster village, offering a historical ambiance, but parking can be challenging.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience is overshadowed by awful pop music playing in the background.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides various amenities and services to ensure a comfortable stay.

Great views

Horrendous condition rooms

Douglas

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were nice, and the staff provided excellent service. However, the dining experience was not the best. The location was very convenient and central. Overall, good value for the money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had a great view and all the usual facilities. The bed was cozy too.

Service

9.0

All staff members were happy to help and provided excellent service. They were very welcoming.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right in the center of the medieval town of Dunster, making it easy to access tourist attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining was not perfect, but they did offer home-made bread.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory for my needs.

Alfred

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is nestled in the heart of the historic town of Dunster, with convenient access to local attractions. The rooms offer a cozy bed and excellent views, enhancing the stay. The service is remarkable, with staff always ready to assist. However, the dining experience may be affected by the background music. Overall, a great choice for a relaxing getaway.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms provide a great view, all the usual facilities, and a cosy bed, making the stay comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff are all very welcoming and provide excellent service, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location in the center of medieval Dunster village offers easy access to local amenities and attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, although affected by the background music, offers satisfactory options.