Title: The Old Ship Aground Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Old Ship Aground Edwardian hotel with free breakfast and restaurant ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/1a2f412e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/1adb7537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/b55470fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/d97fca29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/91f97626.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find themselves in the heart of the historical district at The Old Ship Aground. Enjoy a substantial English breakfast to start the day right. Practical touches include luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures, complimentary self-parking, and in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 1 - Oct 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 2 - Oct 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=11765429&PinnedHotelID=11765429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Shower, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/f6d78b09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Fireplace Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Double Room, Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/12b3f26c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Fireplace Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room, Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/21dd2a18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Fireplace Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4, 5, 6 and 7) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/d7e9df32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite (Room 4, 5, 6 and 7) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Fireplace Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/fad341a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Harbour View ### Highlights Balcony Fireplace Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Harbour view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11770000/11765500/11765429/4ae88ddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite, Harbour View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Fireplace Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Iron/ironing board - Harbour view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMinehead-Hotels-The-Old-Ship-Aground.h11765429.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMinehead-Hotels-The-Old-Ship-Aground.h11765429.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Minehead, The Old Ship Aground is in the historical district and near a train station. Dunster Dolls Museum and Dovery Manor Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dunster Castle and Dunster Working Watermill. Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Minehead travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minehead.dx5641) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.21378%2C-3.47524&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5udFgOqb9lJy6QWYfzYyCW6QQ4k=) Quay Street, Minehead, England, TA24 5UL ### What's nearby - Minehead Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Blenheim Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Dunster Castle - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Dunster Beach - 14 min drive - 2.4 miles - Porlock Weir Harbour - 17 min drive - 10.3 miles ### Getting around - Minehead Station - 13 min walk - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 161 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Queen's Head Inn - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬1 min walk - ‪Mr Micawbers - ‬12 min walk ## About this property ### The Old Ship Aground Hotel near Exmoor National Park At The Old Ship Aground, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a bar and a business centre. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at The Old Ship Aground boast comforts, such as fireplaces, in addition to More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6990000/6983200/6983131/5ece2508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Royal Oak Exmoor Minehead - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=6983131&PinnedHotelID=6983131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15000/14943/bf58de5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Northfield Hotel Minehead - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 303 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 6 Oct - 7 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=14943&PinnedHotelID=14943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9520000/9519200/9519111/512b2c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quay Inn Minehead - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 120 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=9519111&PinnedHotelID=9519111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4590000/4581400/4581357/67969c76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lorna Doone Hotel Minehead - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 249 reviews £121 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=4581357&PinnedHotelID=4581357&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2770000/2763000/2762918/aafa9fed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Parks Guest House Minehead - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 70 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=2762918&PinnedHotelID=2762918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6530000/6524300/6524261/671d5a08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yarn Market Hotel Minehead - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 8.6 Excellent 28 reviews £164 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=6524261&PinnedHotelID=6524261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4454200/4454173/088aa837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dunster Castle Hotel Minehead - Parking included - Free WiFi - Game room - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 286 reviews £111 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=4454173&PinnedHotelID=4454173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36870000/36860200/36860111/5a28a598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royal Oak Inn Minehead - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews £136 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=36860111&PinnedHotelID=36860111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Conveniences - Luggage storage ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Business services - Business centre ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - Built in 1911 - Edwardian architecture - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Fireplace - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Old Ship Aground Inn Minehead Old Ship Aground Inn Old Ship Aground Minehead Old Ship Aground Inn Minehead Old Ship Aground Inn Old Ship Aground Minehead Old Ship Aground Inn The Old Ship Aground Minehead Minehead The Old Ship Aground Inn Inn The Old Ship Aground The Old Ship Aground Minehead The Old Ship Aground Hotel The Old Ship Aground Minehead The Old Ship Aground Hotel Minehead ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Ship Aground pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Old Ship Aground? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Ship Aground? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Ship Aground? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is The Old Ship Aground located? > Situated in Minehead, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Minehead Beach, Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway. Dunster Beach and Exmoor National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Minehead Station is 13 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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