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Marston Lodge Hotel

Marston Lodge St. Michaels Road Exmoor National Park, Minehead TA24 5JP England
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Marston Lodge is an impressive Edwardian coast & country house, retaining much of its original charm & style. Built on Exmoor's North Hill, it enjoys unrivaled views from most of its en-suite rooms. Take a 10 min. walk via the lanes into town for the wide selection of quirky shops, pubs & restaurants or head along the coast to the medieval village of Dunster. Follow the South West Coast Path & venture up on to Exmoor National Park (a few steps from our front door!). Let us create a memorable itinerary & guide you to Exmoor's hot spots. Return from an exhilarating day to a log fire, freshly baked cakes or a hearty Home Made supper (Min. 48 hours notice). For those wishing to make life-style changes, arrange a personally tailored Hypnotherapy session or enjoy a Relaxation Treatment in the comfort of the hotel (Min. 48 hours notice required). With welcoming, informal hosts, Marston Lodge combines a home-from-home style atmosphere with precious memories. A tranquil & unique little gem!
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C&JWB wrote a review Sept 2021
Bedfordshire, United Kingdom6 contributions1 helpful vote
My husband and I stayed for 3 nights, on arrival we were greeted by Naomi, she was so lovely and helpful, also makes beautiful cakes!! May I add we ate our slices walking down to the pub. Naomi was very helpful on how to get down to the seafront and into town. The room was clean and comfy with beautiful views of minehead seafront, its very pretty at night with the lights on. The next morning we met Alex and their two dogs, he has so much information on where to go and what to see around the area. Even gave us a map and showed us where to go. I would recommend getting a breakfast, delived to our door and ours was hot, fresh and very yummy. *Alex and Naomi Thank you so much for a realy easy and relaxed stay.
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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David j wrote a review Jul 2021
Ovingdean, United Kingdom33 contributions32 helpful votes
Hotel is situated on a hill and has lovely views. Breakfast is delivered to your room because of COVID. It’s very quiet and peaceful ensuring a good nights sleep. The interior is not modern but very comfortable and unique. Alex is very knowledgeable and provides good information about walks and local countryside. Had a lovley stay thank you Alex and Naomi
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Property has stairs.
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Responded 25 Jul 2021
Oh, what a wonderful review?! Thank you David. It was a pleasure to host you & we are both thrilled that you had such an enjoyable & relaxing stay with us. Alex was over the moon that you followed his advice & really made the best of your visit (he is pretty knowledgeable!) Hope your next leg was equally exciting. With our very best wishes, Alex & Naomi.
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DebsyJ2014 wrote a review Jun 2021
Keswick, United Kingdom44 contributions49 helpful votes
Hotel is furnished in line with an old mansion house so doesn't have mod cons but gives it the right atmosphere. Powerful shower and comfy bed. It is located above the town, with stunning views from the small terrace on the first floor. Very good picnic breakfast delivered to the room (due to COVID restrictions) and complimentary home made cake at around 4pm in the afternoon (delicious!). Very quiet peaceful stay - thank you Naomi and Alex.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from Alex and Naomi de Mendoza, Owner at Marston Lodge Hotel
Responded 19 Jun 2021
Thank you so much for your lovely comments; they are hugely appreciated. We are doing our best in unusual circumstances; the feedback has been very positive, thus far, so we shall continue to work in our 'new normal'. It was lovely to host you both for the week & we are looking forward to seeing more of you when you have settled into your new home. Glad the cakes were such a big hit! You know where to come when you're peckish! With our love & best wishes, Alex & Naomi.
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jennyhansford wrote a review Sept 2020
Dorchester, United Kingdom1 contribution
We were given a very warm welcome when we arrived at Marston Lodge Hotel. Our room was beautifully decorated and the view of the bay and the hills was quite spectacular. Due to the Covid restrictions our choice of breakfast was served to our bedroom door each morning......and beautifully presented I may add. I would strongly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Minehead.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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annmain98 wrote a review Sept 2020
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This hotel was very welcoming even with the current constraints. Everyone was friendly, in particular Alex who shared his local knowledge willingly, helping us discover the area in the short time we were there. We’d happily stay again.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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125caz wrote a review Sept 2020
Redditch, United Kingdom2 contributions1 helpful vote
Lovely hotel, comfy bedroom and great view of Minehead. Ideal location for walking into the Town. Hoists very helpful giving advice of local places to visit and recommendations for restaurants . Very difficult time for them due to Covid 19 but they covered every aspect to keep visitors safe. Special thoughtful things like slices of cake fresh local fruit left for you to help your self after using hand gel, offered daily. Sadly their dinning room lounge and pool room could not be used but all looked very classy and overall a lovely place to stay again in the future.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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kay27500 wrote a review Sept 2020
Stockport, United Kingdom2 contributions1 helpful vote
Last minute break and we were lucky enough to find this very relaxed and 'a little bit quirky' hotel in a lovely part of Minehead with views of the coast and hills from our room and from a very sunny shared balcony. Alex and Naomi were the perfect hosts, very welcoming and making us feel relaxed from the time we arrived to the time we left. Nothing was too much trouble, despite complying with the Covid rules to the letter (very reassuring). They're obviously passionate about Minehead, Exmoor and the surrounding area and happy to share that knowledge with their guests - the 2 mile(ish) walk to Dunster was great and well sign-posted - along the coast, through a bit of countryside and then alongside the river to the centre of this old medieval town. Marston Lodge will definitely be our first choice of stay when we're in the area again. Thanks guys!
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Date of stay: September 2020
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robert L wrote a review Sept 2020
Worcester, United Kingdom4 contributions
Marston Lodge is situated in a quiet part of Minehead where the rooms offer great views. Our room was very clean and comfortable and a good size to relax in after a days sightseeing. Alex and Naomi were very welcoming and offered great advice on places to visit. Offers of homemade cake for afternoon tea was a lovely touch. Given the strange situation with the virus we felt completely safe and that all hygiene and safety measures were adhered to. We will definitely visit again.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Alex and Naomi de Mendoza, Owner at Marston Lodge Hotel
Responded 29 Dec 2020
Thank you very much for your lovely review; it was an enormous pleasure to meet you both & we are truly touched by your beautiful comments. Preparing to re-open following the first lockdown was more challenging than anticipated - protecting our guests, as well as ourselves, was our absolute priority - thus your comments about 'feeling completely' safe are very reassuring. (For future guests, please note we sanitise all door handles, surfaces & banisters regularly throughout the day, in addition to temperature checks & hand sanitisation). The homemade cakes are my guilty pleasure! I love making them & to see them disappear so quickly is very satisfying. We sincerely hope to be up & running on all four cylinders again very soon & shall look forward to welcoming you back to Marston Lodge when it is safe to travel. With our very best wishes to you & L, xx Alex & Naomi. xx
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Colin B wrote a review Sept 2020
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We spent the Bank Holiday weekend here . Friendly family run hotel . Covid 19 aware , temp checks on arrival . Breakfast ordered and served to our room , great bacon butties and continental . Very helpful host directing visitors where best to tour or walk . Great views from the main balcony and our room to the old church and 15th cent thatched cottages nearby . It's the opposite end of town to Butlins and steam railway which can be seen in the distance . Clean and tidy room with Wi-Fi , tho better reception on the landing with the balcony view which was more pleasant , and with the lounge currently closed a nice open place to chat to other guests . Good base to visit Exmoor , Dunster , Porlock etc
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Responded 29 Dec 2020
Thank you very much for your lovely review; it was a pleasure to meet you both & we are delighted that you had an enjoyable & adventurous stay with us! Alex loves to share his vast local knowledge with our guests & is equally motivated when it is embraced; we shall have plenty more excursions lined up for your next visit! Your comments about our picnic breakfasts & glorious views are greatly appreciated, especially as we have had to alter the way we operate so drastically; we look forward to the day when we can fire on all four cylinders again. It was lovely to share your mutual passion for the sea & we shall endeavour to visit your gallery as soon as it is safe to do so. With our very best wishes, Alex & Naomi.
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PaulJ wrote a review Aug 2020
Birmingham, United Kingdom22 contributions9 helpful votes
Stayed for 5 nights in Room 4: superb views of Minehead and the sea- double aspect bay windows. V large and light room. Very comfortable. Great bed. Fantastic power shower. Lovely hotel. Parking absolutely no problem- 2 car parks and on road parking too. Owners very helpful - local top tips/directions/sights. Very friendly. Really nice home made cakes each day! Would 100% stay here again. Can’t understand where any negative comments have come from, definitely the guests not the hotel/hosts!!!
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Alex and Naomi de Mendoza, Owner at Marston Lodge Hotel
Responded 30 Sept 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review... & for the gorgeous bottle & note that you left for us. That was a lovely gesture & hugely appreciated. I have to say that, in all the years we have been here, I have NEVER walked into such an immaculate room after the guests' departure! It was spotless, & such a shame to strip it all out again, but lovely nonetheless, to see that you had shown so much care & respect during your stay - I wish more visitors could be like you! We are thrilled that you had an enjoyable & comfortable stay with us & benefitted from Alex's local knowledge - he does know what he's talking about (!) & loves being able to guide our guests to the hidden hot spots. It was great to see you embrace it. We would love to see you again soon & shall have plenty more adventures ready for you. With our love & best wishes, Alex & Naomi.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marston Lodge Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Marston Lodge Hotel?
Nearby attractions include The Golden Retriever Experience (0.4 km), Minehead Eye (1.1 km), and South West Coast Path - Culver Cliff Woodland Walk (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Marston Lodge Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Marston Lodge Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a lounge, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Marston Lodge Hotel?
Yes, free parking, secured parking, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Marston Lodge Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Wheelhouse Restaurant, Apple Tree Tea Rooms, and The Toucan Cafe.
Is Marston Lodge Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.7 km away from the centre of Minehead.
Are there any historical sites close to Marston Lodge Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Dunster Castle (4.0 km), Church of All Saints (4.8 km), and St Peter's Church, Minehead Quay (0.4 km).
Does Marston Lodge Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.