Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns
$89
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns
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$89
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns average $66 in January, the cheapest month, and $108 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $66 |
| February | $75 |
| March | $90 |
| April | $102 |
| May | $99 |
| June | $106 |
| July | $108 |
| August | $94 |
| September | $97 |
| October | $89 |
| November | $82 |
| December | $85 |
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Most expensive: July (~$108)
Cheapest: January (~$66)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy British cuisine at Castle and Ball, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Rooms
Stay in one of 35 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
Located in Marlborough, Castle And Ball by Greene King Inns is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Marlborough High Street Market and The Merchant's House Marlborough. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St Peter's Church and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Marlborough Leisure Centre.
What's nearby
Marlborough High Street Market(0.1 miles)
The Merchant's House Marlborough(0.1 miles)
St Peter's Church(0.2 miles)
Marlborough Leisure Centre(0.6 miles)
Marlborough White Horse(0.7 miles)
West Woods(2.5 miles)
Kennet & Avon Canal(5.3 miles)
Towpath Tails Dog Park(5.5 miles)
Hackpen Hill(5.6 miles)
Barbury Castle(5.7 miles)
Silbury Hill(6 miles)
West Kennet Long Barrow(6.2 miles)
West Kennet Ave(6.3 miles)
Avebury Stone Circle(6.4 miles)
Alexander Keiller Museum(6.6 miles)
The preferred airport for Castle And Ball by Greene King Inns is Heathrow Airport (LHR)(64.1 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Location
High Street Marlborough, Marlborough, England, United Kingdom
Marlborough High Street Market (0.1 miles)
The Merchant's House Marlborough (0.1 miles)
St Peter's Church (0.2 miles)
Marlborough Leisure Centre (0.6 miles)
Marlborough White Horse (0.7 miles)
West Woods (2.5 miles)
Room options
6
Family Room Sleeps 4
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
10
Superior Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
5
Single Room
Room details
1 Twin Bed
108 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
7
Twin Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
129 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
5
Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
129 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Free)
6
Family Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns
8.3
Very good
Based on 1,373 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
10%
Couple
54%
Family
16%
Group
15%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns is praised for its central Marlborough location, friendly staff, comfortable yet dated rooms, decent pub food and breakfasts, and convenient on-site parking, with age and decor wear showing in places.
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Across the reviews, Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns is praised for its central Marlborough location, friendly staff, comfortable yet dated rooms, decent pub food and breakfasts, and convenient on-site parking, with age and decor wear showing in places.
Several guests mention creaky floorboards and occasional noise from foot traffic, while some rooms at the back were reported quiet. Cleanliness ranges from spotless to needs a deeper clean, with a few reports of bathroom grime or maintenance niggles. Food and drink are generally enjoyed for value and choice, though a handful of diners were disappointed by particular dishes or breakfast items. Expect a characterful, centrally placed inn with warm service and some age-related trade-offs.
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Facilities
On-site parking is frequently praised as easy and convenient, often free for guests. The bar and pub-restaurant are popular, though one review wanted a better beer selection and another noted parking was restricted during an event.
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Wendy
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Pub/hotel was ideally situated in the centre of Marlborough. We had no problem parking in their large car park but I assume it could get full at busy times. Parking was free for residents but pay and display for everybody else. Staff were friendly and the evening meal in the pub was delicious. We did not have the breakfast so cannot comment. Room was a decent size. Everything was clean.
Pub/hotel was ideally situated in the centre of Marlborough. We had no problem parking in their large car park but I assume it could get full at busy times. Parking was free for residents but pay and display for everybody else. Staff were friendly and the evening meal in the pub was delicious. We did not have the breakfast so cannot comment. Room was a decent size. Everything was clean.
8
Jackie
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Plenty of spaces in the free car park, quick smooth checkin, nice room, comfortable bed. Bar area nice to have a drink could have better selection of ales and lagers. Dinner and breakfast was really nice in the restaurant area. We were part of a large group the lady on reception was really helpful nothing was too much trouble. Woukd happily stay here again if in the area.
Plenty of spaces in the free car park, quick smooth checkin, nice room, comfortable bed. Bar area nice to have a drink could have better selection of ales and lagers. Dinner and breakfast was really nice in the restaurant area. We were part of a large group the lady on reception was really helpful nothing was too much trouble. Woukd happily stay here again if in the area.
10
ROGER
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent all round service from helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in the Centre of Marlborough with parking.
Excellent all round service from helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in the Centre of Marlborough with parking.
8
P.B.
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good choice for tasty breakfast. Friendly staff and good parking
Good choice for tasty breakfast. Friendly staff and good parking
10
William
Nov 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Castle & Ball is a slightly creaky old place but with friendly, welcoming employees who make staying there a pleasure. It has a central location (in the middle of the High Street, with parking behind). All the staff were lovely - Naomi (who checked us in) in particular was fantastic, including arranging a Z-bed at practically no notice when we had an unheralded extra who decided to stay with us. Thank you!
The Castle & Ball is a slightly creaky old place but with friendly, welcoming employees who make staying there a pleasure. It has a central location (in the middle of the High Street, with parking behind). All the staff were lovely - Naomi (who checked us in) in particular was fantastic, including arranging a Z-bed at practically no notice when we had an unheralded extra who decided to stay with us. Thank you!
10
Thelma
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to all amenities parking on site. Food in pub very good and great value. Breakfast very good value plenty of choice.
Great location close to all amenities parking on site. Food in pub very good and great value. Breakfast very good value plenty of choice.
10
norman
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a very good hotel, good food bar and location…loads of parking space at the rear courtyard
Just a very good hotel, good food bar and location…loads of parking space at the rear courtyard
10
Margaret
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
10
Gill
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was easy and secure Food was typical pub food but good Staff were kind and helpful Room was clean and comfortable
Parking was easy and secure Food was typical pub food but good Staff were kind and helpful Room was clean and comfortable
8
Mark
Apr 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is a bit tired,furniture is shabby chic without the chic,bed was comfortable,enjoyed the bath,room was clean..Breakfast was good,Great position in the town easy to find great parking.
Hotel is a bit tired,furniture is shabby chic without the chic,bed was comfortable,enjoyed the bath,room was clean..Breakfast was good,Great position in the town easy to find great parking.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many rooms are described as clean or spotless, but several guests reported bathrooms needing a deeper clean and occasional lapses in upkeep.
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Angela
May 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast. Rooms very clean but slightly dated. Very good value for a nights stay in a lovely town
Very friendly staff. Good breakfast. Rooms very clean but slightly dated. Very good value for a nights stay in a lovely town
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Jayne
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very nice and polite..rooms very dated .not very clean especially the bathroom...floors very squeaky.
Staff were very nice and polite..rooms very dated .not very clean especially the bathroom...floors very squeaky.
10
Wendy
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Pub/hotel was ideally situated in the centre of Marlborough. We had no problem parking in their large car park but I assume it could get full at busy times. Parking was free for residents but pay and display for everybody else. Staff were friendly and the evening meal in the pub was delicious. We did not have the breakfast so cannot comment. Room was a decent size. Everything was clean.
Pub/hotel was ideally situated in the centre of Marlborough. We had no problem parking in their large car park but I assume it could get full at busy times. Parking was free for residents but pay and display for everybody else. Staff were friendly and the evening meal in the pub was delicious. We did not have the breakfast so cannot comment. Room was a decent size. Everything was clean.
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James
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible. Room was dirty and the condition of the furniture was shocking. Headboard looked like it had been clawed by wolves, furniture was cracked and smashed up. Blood stains on the walls. Dirty carpets. The water went off for the day with no warning so I couldn’t flush the loo or wash my hands. I stayed in a hotel in Charlotte once where someone was murdered outside my room. Overall it was a much classier stay than my night in the Castle and Ball and frankly the carpet was cleaner after they took the body away.
Terrible. Room was dirty and the condition of the furniture was shocking. Headboard looked like it had been clawed by wolves, furniture was cracked and smashed up. Blood stains on the walls. Dirty carpets. The water went off for the day with no warning so I couldn’t flush the loo or wash my hands. I stayed in a hotel in Charlotte once where someone was murdered outside my room. Overall it was a much classier stay than my night in the Castle and Ball and frankly the carpet was cleaner after they took the body away.
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Sarah
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic location. The hotel is in much need of a make over and a deep clean. The beds were extremely uncomfortable and the walls dirty. The staff were however really friendly and helpful.
Fantastic location. The hotel is in much need of a make over and a deep clean. The beds were extremely uncomfortable and the walls dirty. The staff were however really friendly and helpful.
8
Christine
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was fine. Nice big room which was clean. Comfortable bed.
It was fine. Nice big room which was clean. Comfortable bed.
10
Susan
Jun 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room 20 - very roomy, spotlessly clean. Excellent bar staff, prompt service of Sunday evening menu. Great location of course! Returning guys who will return!
Room 20 - very roomy, spotlessly clean. Excellent bar staff, prompt service of Sunday evening menu. Great location of course! Returning guys who will return!
8
Teresa
Mar 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I will say it was a busy weekend when we stayed, so perhaps this room is often unused? The room itself needed some attention. Corner chunk of bedside table laminate was missing exposing underlying wood which could result in harm to clothing or skin; The edges of the bath where it meets the walls, and the area around the shower where fixed to the wall, all need a good clean. No such issue with the sink areas or the rest of the room; The hot water for the bath initially ran a bit grey, again I think lack of use, but cleared. Section of wallpaper near the built in wardrobe coming away, perhaps from an old leak?? But no actual dampness or fustiness. Good selection of tea bags/ coffe sachets in the room. As the room was off around the back (loads of stairs) it was quieter maybe than rooms directly above the bar areas - same as most old pubs & inns. On-site staff were excellent. 'Housekeeping' will knock at your door in the morning if you're staying more than 1 night, so if you're not going down for breakfast, or going out, be aware. Booking system. Weird. Booked via hotels.com, their email said there's no reception desk at the hotel, but there is. If you want to eat at this hotel, reserve a table as the food is excellent. One of the few places in Marlborough with it's own car park - provide vehicle reg when arrive. That's it I think!
I will say it was a busy weekend when we stayed, so perhaps this room is often unused? The room itself needed some attention. Corner chunk of bedside table laminate was missing exposing underlying wood which could result in harm to clothing or skin; The edges of the bath where it meets the walls, and the area around the shower where fixed to the wall, all need a good clean. No such issue with the sink areas or the rest of the room; The hot water for the bath initially ran a bit grey, again I think lack of use, but cleared. Section of wallpaper near the built in wardrobe coming away, perhaps from an old leak?? But no actual dampness or fustiness. Good selection of tea bags/ coffe sachets in the room. As the room was off around the back (loads of stairs) it was quieter maybe than rooms directly above the bar areas - same as most old pubs & inns. On-site staff were excellent. 'Housekeeping' will knock at your door in the morning if you're staying more than 1 night, so if you're not going down for breakfast, or going out, be aware. Booking system. Weird. Booked via hotels.com, their email said there's no reception desk at the hotel, but there is. If you want to eat at this hotel, reserve a table as the food is excellent. One of the few places in Marlborough with it's own car park - provide vehicle reg when arrive. That's it I think!
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Sarah
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Castle and Ball provides unpretentious and uncomplicated accommodation. My room was large but not particularly clean, the lamps flickered, there was a rim of scum around the bath and detritus from previous guests behind the table. It was noisy (expected being over a pub). Upsides were pleasant service, easy to get in and out and good food.
The Castle and Ball provides unpretentious and uncomplicated accommodation. My room was large but not particularly clean, the lamps flickered, there was a rim of scum around the bath and detritus from previous guests behind the table. It was noisy (expected being over a pub). Upsides were pleasant service, easy to get in and out and good food.
10
Gill
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was easy and secure Food was typical pub food but good Staff were kind and helpful Room was clean and comfortable
Parking was easy and secure Food was typical pub food but good Staff were kind and helpful Room was clean and comfortable
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious with comfortable beds, but decor is dated and several guests experienced noise from floorboards or foot traffic. Some rooms at the back were noted as quiet.
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Christine
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was fine. Nice big room which was clean. Comfortable bed.
It was fine. Nice big room which was clean. Comfortable bed.
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David
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a good stay but with one problem. We were in a first floor room and experienced an unsatisfactory amount of noise from the room above, caused by incredibly squeaky floor boards. It’s an old hotel with lots of character but some kind of sound insulation is need for this room.
It was a good stay but with one problem. We were in a first floor room and experienced an unsatisfactory amount of noise from the room above, caused by incredibly squeaky floor boards. It’s an old hotel with lots of character but some kind of sound insulation is need for this room.
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Sharon
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bed comfortable but room very tired, headboard worn on the back and catty and no lamp shade on the lamp, generally just tired looking.
Bed comfortable but room very tired, headboard worn on the back and catty and no lamp shade on the lamp, generally just tired looking.
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Shane
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fair hotel. Lots of foot traffic noise through the hotel until around11:30 pm. But overall ok
Fair hotel. Lots of foot traffic noise through the hotel until around11:30 pm. But overall ok
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Linda
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This inn is old and rooms, while clean, comfortable, and very serviceable, are tired and could use some updating. The staff was very helpful with luggage, etc. I’ll certainly visit again.
This inn is old and rooms, while clean, comfortable, and very serviceable, are tired and could use some updating. The staff was very helpful with luggage, etc. I’ll certainly visit again.
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Kay
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff on reception always welcoming. Stayed numerous times, apart from squeaky floorboards which cannot be helped in an old building, everything is fine.
Staff on reception always welcoming. Stayed numerous times, apart from squeaky floorboards which cannot be helped in an old building, everything is fine.
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Margaret
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
8
David
Mar 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A comfortable, large room with a nice bathroom including shower and bath. A quiet location on the attractive Marlborough High Street with very helpful and friendly staff.
A comfortable, large room with a nice bathroom including shower and bath. A quiet location on the attractive Marlborough High Street with very helpful and friendly staff.
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Mary
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very picturesque, old hotel. Good food and selection of drinks in the bar, staff friendly and helpful. The room was a good size and comfortable, although I'm not sure 4 people could stay for long in it. However, the floorboards in the room creaked whenever you walked on them and the fan in the bathroom was the loudest I've heard in a long time! Important if, like me, you're up to the toilet during the night and your partner is sleeping. Certainly full of character!
Very picturesque, old hotel. Good food and selection of drinks in the bar, staff friendly and helpful. The room was a good size and comfortable, although I'm not sure 4 people could stay for long in it. However, the floorboards in the room creaked whenever you walked on them and the fan in the bathroom was the loudest I've heard in a long time! Important if, like me, you're up to the toilet during the night and your partner is sleeping. Certainly full of character!
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Mark
Apr 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is a bit tired,furniture is shabby chic without the chic,bed was comfortable,enjoyed the bath,room was clean..Breakfast was good,Great position in the town easy to find great parking.
Hotel is a bit tired,furniture is shabby chic without the chic,bed was comfortable,enjoyed the bath,room was clean..Breakfast was good,Great position in the town easy to find great parking.
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Service
Service is a consistent strong point, with many reviews praising friendly, welcoming, and helpful staff across reception, bar, and restaurant. Occasional delays were noted when busy, and one guest could not reach the night porter.
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Sarah
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Historic property in the centre of Marlborough. Very convenient for the town and a good base to explore the local area. Food was good and staff helpful although they were busy. Room was well equipped and only thought was that it was looking a bit tired decor wise. Very comfy bed so no complaints. Would definitely stay again.
Historic property in the centre of Marlborough. Very convenient for the town and a good base to explore the local area. Food was good and staff helpful although they were busy. Room was well equipped and only thought was that it was looking a bit tired decor wise. Very comfy bed so no complaints. Would definitely stay again.
10
Peggy
Jun 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable beds, excellent staff, great service
Very comfortable beds, excellent staff, great service
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Jackie
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Plenty of spaces in the free car park, quick smooth checkin, nice room, comfortable bed. Bar area nice to have a drink could have better selection of ales and lagers. Dinner and breakfast was really nice in the restaurant area. We were part of a large group the lady on reception was really helpful nothing was too much trouble. Woukd happily stay here again if in the area.
Plenty of spaces in the free car park, quick smooth checkin, nice room, comfortable bed. Bar area nice to have a drink could have better selection of ales and lagers. Dinner and breakfast was really nice in the restaurant area. We were part of a large group the lady on reception was really helpful nothing was too much trouble. Woukd happily stay here again if in the area.
10
Martin
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Superb customer service at reception. This made all the difference & will ensure I stay again. A1*****
Superb customer service at reception. This made all the difference & will ensure I stay again. A1*****
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ROGER
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent all round service from helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in the Centre of Marlborough with parking.
Excellent all round service from helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in the Centre of Marlborough with parking.
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P.B.
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good choice for tasty breakfast. Friendly staff and good parking
Good choice for tasty breakfast. Friendly staff and good parking
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William
Nov 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Castle & Ball is a slightly creaky old place but with friendly, welcoming employees who make staying there a pleasure. It has a central location (in the middle of the High Street, with parking behind). All the staff were lovely - Naomi (who checked us in) in particular was fantastic, including arranging a Z-bed at practically no notice when we had an unheralded extra who decided to stay with us. Thank you!
The Castle & Ball is a slightly creaky old place but with friendly, welcoming employees who make staying there a pleasure. It has a central location (in the middle of the High Street, with parking behind). All the staff were lovely - Naomi (who checked us in) in particular was fantastic, including arranging a Z-bed at practically no notice when we had an unheralded extra who decided to stay with us. Thank you!
10
John
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel Comfortable room (20), helpful staff, good pub food. Would come again.
We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel Comfortable room (20), helpful staff, good pub food. Would come again.
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Connor
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely staff and a really pleasant 2 night stay. We will be back!
Lovely staff and a really pleasant 2 night stay. We will be back!
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Kay
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff on reception always welcoming. Stayed numerous times, apart from squeaky floorboards which cannot be helped in an old building, everything is fine.
Staff on reception always welcoming. Stayed numerous times, apart from squeaky floorboards which cannot be helped in an old building, everything is fine.
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Location
Central High Street location is widely praised for access to Marlborough's shops and sights, with easy drives to Avebury and Stonehenge noted. Some rooms at the back are quieter than those over pub areas.
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Philip
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay there a lot when flying into or out of Heathrow. It's very convenient. The staff are always nice and parking is good and central. Then of course, it's super convenient for the prehistoric stone circle at Avebury and also a good place for Stonehenge. If you want a modern place, this isn't for you, but if you don't mind things being 17th Century,maybe it is.
I stay there a lot when flying into or out of Heathrow. It's very convenient. The staff are always nice and parking is good and central. Then of course, it's super convenient for the prehistoric stone circle at Avebury and also a good place for Stonehenge. If you want a modern place, this isn't for you, but if you don't mind things being 17th Century,maybe it is.
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Sarah
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Historic property in the centre of Marlborough. Very convenient for the town and a good base to explore the local area. Food was good and staff helpful although they were busy. Room was well equipped and only thought was that it was looking a bit tired decor wise. Very comfy bed so no complaints. Would definitely stay again.
Historic property in the centre of Marlborough. Very convenient for the town and a good base to explore the local area. Food was good and staff helpful although they were busy. Room was well equipped and only thought was that it was looking a bit tired decor wise. Very comfy bed so no complaints. Would definitely stay again.
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David
Jul 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is located in the middle of Marlborough 's unique High Street. Our room was large by UK standards with a clear view of the high st. The staff are friendly but our room did not get made up after the first night. There is ample free parking but for our visit most of the places were blocked off for a marquee . No alternative was offered.
The hotel is located in the middle of Marlborough 's unique High Street. Our room was large by UK standards with a clear view of the high st. The staff are friendly but our room did not get made up after the first night. There is ample free parking but for our visit most of the places were blocked off for a marquee . No alternative was offered.
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ROGER
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent all round service from helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in the Centre of Marlborough with parking.
Excellent all round service from helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location in the Centre of Marlborough with parking.
10
Antonia
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in the center of town. Friendly and helpful staff.
Great location in the center of town. Friendly and helpful staff.
8
Benjamin
Dec 26, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel all round, full of character located in beautiful town. Lots of food options and brilliantly located to see Avebury, Stonehenge etc. One small criticism, was that one of our rooms was over the pub bathrooms and the sound of hand driers blasting through the night was disturbing.. it is a pub though, so can't complain too loudly.
Excellent hotel all round, full of character located in beautiful town. Lots of food options and brilliantly located to see Avebury, Stonehenge etc. One small criticism, was that one of our rooms was over the pub bathrooms and the sound of hand driers blasting through the night was disturbing.. it is a pub though, so can't complain too loudly.
10
Thelma
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to all amenities parking on site. Food in pub very good and great value. Breakfast very good value plenty of choice.
Great location close to all amenities parking on site. Food in pub very good and great value. Breakfast very good value plenty of choice.
10
norman
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a very good hotel, good food bar and location…loads of parking space at the rear courtyard
Just a very good hotel, good food bar and location…loads of parking space at the rear courtyard
10
Margaret
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
8
David
Mar 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A comfortable, large room with a nice bathroom including shower and bath. A quiet location on the attractive Marlborough High Street with very helpful and friendly staff.
A comfortable, large room with a nice bathroom including shower and bath. A quiet location on the attractive Marlborough High Street with very helpful and friendly staff.
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Dining
Food and breakfast are frequently complimented for taste, choice, and value, and the pub-restaurant has a pleasant atmosphere. A few guests were disappointed by specific dishes or breakfast items, and one mentioned weak coffee and limited beer choice.
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Lucy
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Efficient helpful staff. Busy pub/restaurant with nice atmosphere. Great breakfast with good selection and range of cooked options. Room at the back overlooking the car park was quiet and perfectly adequate for my couple of nights stay. Marlborough was a lovely town for a quick walk round with a few independent shops and cafes.
Efficient helpful staff. Busy pub/restaurant with nice atmosphere. Great breakfast with good selection and range of cooked options. Room at the back overlooking the car park was quiet and perfectly adequate for my couple of nights stay. Marlborough was a lovely town for a quick walk round with a few independent shops and cafes.
6
carole
Apr 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Did not like the roast dinner we had, was like a frozen dinner heated up , disgusting. Put us off staying and eating there again.
Did not like the roast dinner we had, was like a frozen dinner heated up , disgusting. Put us off staying and eating there again.
8
Jackie
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Plenty of spaces in the free car park, quick smooth checkin, nice room, comfortable bed. Bar area nice to have a drink could have better selection of ales and lagers. Dinner and breakfast was really nice in the restaurant area. We were part of a large group the lady on reception was really helpful nothing was too much trouble. Woukd happily stay here again if in the area.
Plenty of spaces in the free car park, quick smooth checkin, nice room, comfortable bed. Bar area nice to have a drink could have better selection of ales and lagers. Dinner and breakfast was really nice in the restaurant area. We were part of a large group the lady on reception was really helpful nothing was too much trouble. Woukd happily stay here again if in the area.
10
DAVID
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Vey comfortable, well priced, easy parking, nice breakfast, lovely staff, all very good
Vey comfortable, well priced, easy parking, nice breakfast, lovely staff, all very good
8
P.B.
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good choice for tasty breakfast. Friendly staff and good parking
Good choice for tasty breakfast. Friendly staff and good parking
10
John
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel Comfortable room (20), helpful staff, good pub food. Would come again.
We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel Comfortable room (20), helpful staff, good pub food. Would come again.
10
Thelma
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to all amenities parking on site. Food in pub very good and great value. Breakfast very good value plenty of choice.
Great location close to all amenities parking on site. Food in pub very good and great value. Breakfast very good value plenty of choice.
10
norman
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a very good hotel, good food bar and location…loads of parking space at the rear courtyard
Just a very good hotel, good food bar and location…loads of parking space at the rear courtyard
10
Margaret
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
We enjoyed a very good stopover on the way back from Cornwall at the Castle and Ball. It has all the character of an historic inn, though this does mean there are quite a lot of steps and stairs and creaky floorboards, but the receptionist was quick to offer us help with our luggage and in fact we found our room very quiet (we were at the back, so not overlooking the High Street) as well as clean and spacious. General decor and condition ( carpets etc) not the most swish or up to date, but we prefer character to the bland sameness of chain hotels. We enjoyed our evening meal which is from the same Greene King menu we have experienced elsewhere, but offers a good choice of dishes at reasonable cost, and the clever idea of mini- desserts if you don't want a whole large one at the end of your meal . Parking was easy behind the hotel, and free to residents on registration at Reception. Marlborough is a lovely old town, prosperous, with some good shops along the High Street. World Heritage site, Avebury, is a short drive away. Thoroughly recommended.
8
Anthony
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The cooked breakfast was disappointing. Cold avocado, toast made soggy by inadequately drained poached egg water. Runny egg white. Vegetarian sausage dried out and inedible. Lack of cutlery - no butter knives or teaspoons.
The cooked breakfast was disappointing. Cold avocado, toast made soggy by inadequately drained poached egg water. Runny egg white. Vegetarian sausage dried out and inedible. Lack of cutlery - no butter knives or teaspoons.
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Denise
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Good, well signed parking. Location of pub on high street was ideal. Quiet at night, no disturbance.
Good, well signed parking. Location of pub on high street was ideal. Quiet at night, no disturbance.
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gary
Sep 15, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Claire was very helpful as we had to check out early
Claire was very helpful as we had to check out early
8
Ray
Sep 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Helpful staff, comfortable roo , good food
Helpful staff, comfortable roo , good food
8
Adam Davies
Aug 31, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Delightful historic property, could do with maintenance to some areas. The staff were all friendly and polite.
Delightful historic property, could do with maintenance to some areas. The staff were all friendly and polite.
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mary
Aug 30, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely 2 night stay here. Staying in room 6. We had everything we needed in our room. The food was good value for money and well cooked and presented. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Downstairs the building was in good condition and nicely decorated. It’s obviously a very popular place. Its location was great with convenient parking. It was close to local shops and amenities. My only negatives were that the room was extremely hot as the towel rail had been on before we arrived. The bathroom was very tight for someone with mobility issues. Also the room needed some TLC. ( Flaking paint, especially on the bathroom ceiling, taps and shower were very lime scaled, toilet roll holder very loose. There was a rip in the easy armchair and bits of the bedstead were missing. The stair carpet in the hallway was very dusty and dirty.)
We had a lovely 2 night stay here. Staying in room 6. We had everything we needed in our room. The food was good value for money and well cooked and presented. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Downstairs the building was in good condition and nicely decorated. It’s obviously a very popular place. Its location was great with convenient parking. It was close to local shops and amenities. My only negatives were that the room was extremely hot as the towel rail had been on before we arrived. The bathroom was very tight for someone with mobility issues. Also the room needed some TLC. ( Flaking paint, especially on the bathroom ceiling, taps and shower were very lime scaled, toilet roll holder very loose. There was a rip in the easy armchair and bits of the bedstead were missing. The stair carpet in the hallway was very dusty and dirty.)
FAQs about Castle and Ball by Greene King Inns
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite. Parking is on-site and uncovered. No reservation is required.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Marlborough, within a 15-minute walk of The Merchant's House Marlborough and St Peter's Church. It is approximately 5.3 miles from Kennet & Avon Canal and 5.5 miles from Towpath Tails Dog Park.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-10-22: 110.47278962440491USD
- 2026-10-23: 90.13075372379303USD
- 2026-10-24: 99.74767267845154USD
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- 2026-10-28: 86.9946243157196USD
- 2026-10-29: 78.80454994102479USD
- 2026-10-30: 78.49032543552399USD
- 2026-10-31: 87.55844419631958USD
- 2026-11-01: 73.4323775USD
- 2026-11-02: 78.49032543552399USD
- 2026-11-03: 78.55037852241516USD
- 2026-11-04: 78.55037852241516USD
- 2026-11-05: 79.10087228004456USD
- 2026-11-06: 79.10087228004456USD
- 2026-11-07: 102.09147084438324USD
- 2026-11-08: 74.1664518592453USD
- 2026-11-09: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-11-10: 86.63899303146363USD
- 2026-11-11: 81.30284731056213USD
- 2026-11-12: 99.02872919952392USD
- 2026-11-13: 99.10879713092804USD
- 2026-11-14: 100.03963280776978USD
- 2026-11-15: 74.61685428760529USD
- 2026-11-16: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-11-17: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-11-18: 79.66137345993042USD
- 2026-11-19: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-11-20: 81.42295348434449USD
- 2026-11-21: 104.06323239624024USD
- 2026-11-22: 74.61685428760529USD
- 2026-11-23: 80.57381942920685USD
- 2026-11-24: 78.10998351631164USD
- 2026-11-25: 79.65136603767395USD
- 2026-11-26: 79.65136603767395USD
- 2026-11-27: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-11-28: 103.99317188709259USD
- 2026-11-29: 74.61685428760529USD
- 2026-11-30: 80.77236839744567USD
- 2026-12-01: 106.01498765693665USD
- 2026-12-02: 91.78486942920685USD
- 2026-12-03: 99.10879713092804USD
- 2026-12-04: 99.86803545280456USD
- 2026-12-05: 108.91758488563538USD
- 2026-12-06: 75.51763348426819USD
- 2026-12-07: 79.63134263980865USD
- 2026-12-08: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-12-09: 80.77236839744567USD
- 2026-12-10: 79.59131295078278USD
- 2026-12-11: 104.06323239624024USD
- 2026-12-12: 141.29659959644317USD
- 2026-12-13: 74.61685428760529USD
- 2026-12-14: 78.11999093856812USD
- 2026-12-15: 80.6622696459198USD
- 2026-12-16: 80.57381942920685USD
- 2026-12-17: 79.65136603767395USD
- 2026-12-18: 79.69139572669982USD
- 2026-12-19: 105.73140981292725USD
- 2026-12-20: 74.61685428760529USD
- 2026-12-21: 80.77236839744567USD
- 2026-12-22: 86.63899303146363USD
There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-out is available.
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