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The Old Ship Aground

3.0 star property
Minehead beach hotel with restaurant, bar/lounge

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Front of property
Beach
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Free English breakfast

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (3)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fireplace
  • Free self-parking
  • Children's menu

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Highlights

Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4, 5, 6 and 7)

Highlights

Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Harbour View

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Quay Street, Minehead, England, TA24 5UL

What's nearby

  • Minehead Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dunster Castle - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Dunster Beach - 9 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Holnicote Estate - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 14 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 98 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 161 min drive
  • Minehead Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Stand - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beachcomber Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotshots Sports Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ludo’s Italian - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Old Ship Aground

Located near a train station, The Old Ship Aground is a great choice for a stay in Minehead. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Business centre

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1911
  • Edwardian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Old Ship Aground?
Yes, dogs are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Old Ship Aground?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Ship Aground?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near The Old Ship Aground?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around The Old Ship Aground like?
The Old Ship Aground is a short 4-minute walk from Minehead Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Blenheim Gardens.

The Old Ship Aground Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The most amazing staff we have ever encountered.
The bedroom was a beautiful room but a bit tired but it seems the rooms are being updated,the en suite had been already.What makes The Old Ship Aground stand out head and shoulders are the staff,every single member of staff was delightful,they were happy and took an interest in each guest,never experienced it anywhere before. We will definitely be returning soon,amazing situation by the harbour,like a little village on its own although Minehead is only a 10 minute walk. The food was great,their steak was incredible.
Clive, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Caroline, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Don’t go ship aground
We thought it was over priced , very basis and almost shabby even the breakfast was poor
Susan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

John, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

paul, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Is a very nice place to stay. room are clean but need to be refurbish. Comfortable bed.
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great breakfasts
Staff were very helpful and friendly, Breakfast was very nice and a great friendly service. I was in a single room. Which was clean but a bit tatty.
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dale, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staying at the Old Ship Aground was lovely! The rooms are clean and comfy. The breakfast was outstanding. The staff was so friendly and helpful a 'true west country' friendliness. 'Thank you to Rosie and your team. When I come back to Minehead I would definatly stay again.
Helen, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tracy, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Property is in a great location. Room was large and clean although the shower room was somewhat small. In need of refurbishment and a lick of paint. Overall pretty good.
David, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jeremy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

it was a little tired
Room was good, overlooking the harbour with a balcony which was a nice surprise as it wasn't mentioned. I pulled the ceiling to floor blind over the balcony door that night but in the morning I discovered there was no way to roll it back up again so morning view of the harbour was obscured by the blind. Pity as view was a real feature of the room. It was advertised as a super king bed but was in fact two single beds pushed together. Toilet seat was loose and broken and the shower was the smallest one I have ever been in , smaller I imagine that those found in camper vans. Sounds like I am whingeing but I am not, as I said the place was very tired and needs a lot of attention. Breakfast was good but until the old ship aground undergoes refurbishment we won't be booking there again.
Maggie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel welcome and service for whole time we were there was excellent. Food first class and good value. Bedroom with balcony and sea views delightful. Managed to park in front of hotel after short wait and it was free. However,there were only a few spaces and if not available parking in thye road or adjacent car park was expensive.
anthony, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Very pleasant and welcoming staff. Good food pleasant surroundings. Plain but comfortable room. Lovely situation for walks. Parking could be tight at busier times
Carolyn, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Jean-Noel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

paul, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location, friendly welcome, great breakfast and dinner.
Ian, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Lovely place in a great location right by the harbour. Views were amazing. Room was great. Plenty of space and good shower. Food was excellent. Particularly the breakfast
View from bedroom
View from bedroom
Andrew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff are absolutely fab very friendly and helpful, hotel decor is a bit dated but can see from the outside that renovations are underway, let’s hope this carries on inside, as all it needs is a lick of paint, room was large enough for our needs, big cobweb in bathroom tho and would have liked to open the window.All in all I would recommend and would stay again
Ian, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The ship appears to have run aground!
Check-in disorganised, had to wait around 10 mins for someone who knew what they were doing to check us in. Returning at about 22:50 after going out for a meal we we were confronted with a number of staff at the bar having a drink. When we enquired about having a nightcap we were told the bar was closed - even to residents! Manager seemed very disinterested in responding to our queries. We have been staying at the Old Ship for many years and this is a very different attitude to the normally friendly and helpful team. Change of ownership has impacted very negatively. There were exceptions - the staff still on board from previous owners did go out of their way to help - Dan was particularly impressive - nothing was too much trouble and he went the extra mile to ensure we had the best breakfast experience! Hopefully things will improve s the new management get their feet under the table - we hope so as this has been a regular go-to venue for us but we will go elsewhere if things do not improve.
Steve, 1-night trip with friends
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