The Dusthole

Property class: 3
Shepton Mallet guesthouse with restaurant and bar/lounge

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The Dusthole is a great choice for a stay in Shepton Mallet. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (1)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Tree House)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Tree House)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite, Ensuite (Super-king)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Ensuite (Adjoining Rooms)

Suite, Ensuite (Adjoining Rooms)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four-poster)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four-poster)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Cottage, Ensuite, Courtyard View (1bed cottage )

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Garston Street, Shepton Mallet, England, BA4 5LN

What's nearby

  • Kilver Court - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Royal Bath and West Showground - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Wells Cathedral - 16 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Cheddar Gorge - 24 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 31 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 42 min drive
  • Castle Cary Station - 14 min drive
  • Bruton Station - 22 min drive
  • Frome Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheeky Bean - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Oakhill Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shepton Brasserie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Thatched Cottage Inn - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Dusthole

  • The Dusthole is a great choice for a stay in Shepton Mallet. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Karaoke
  • Horse riding nearby

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Dusthole Hotel Shepton Mallet
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Dusthole Inn Shepton Mallet
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The Dusthole Guesthouse Shepton Mallet

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Dusthole?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Dusthole?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dusthole?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Dusthole and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as horseback riding.

Are there restaurants at or near The Dusthole?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Dusthole like?

The Dusthole is located a short 6-minute walk from Kilver Court.

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Reviews

The Dusthole Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice little hotel, good food, really enjoyed my stay, thanks Tony
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Dust hole kings arms

This is eclectic hotel, pub. Great service, good food, great host, tony. Walking access to local church and town, near to wells cathedral and town.
Verified review

2/10 Poor

nightmare !!!

no one to check us in on arrival .found a cleaner who found the owner who checked us in .we asked if we could have a drink as we had been travelling a long way and he said no as he runs it on his own so told us to walk to town and find a coffee shop !!! had a meal that night which was cooked by owner.but bar was only open for a short time.owner has a very large dog an Akita which was allowed to poo in outside seating area .this was not cleaned up once in the 3 days we were there. the place is cetainly run down i think the owner has given up as there was no staff at all.no cleaning in bedroom or clean towels the whole time we were there\ only one tiny bulb in ceiling in bathroom other 6 six not working much the same in bedroom and correctly named The Dusthole because thats what it was.the place needs a complete refit and is nothing like the website says.it was our worst nightmare and would never stay there again
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We had the best stay here. Very personalized service and great food cooked to order. Huge bathtub and super comfy beds. If you are ghost hunters you should definitely come to this 17th century guest house where we heard a disembodied voice greet us hello and then ‘farewell’ when leaving!! Altogether a wonderful experience. Lots of character and a super sweet dog. The building is very old and hence the walls and floors are crooked which adds to the character and highlights just how old and unique the property is. Highly recommended!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing old building full of character and great decor. Very clean throughout. The owner-chef, Tony, is a great guy and very modest i discovered. Having chatted a fair bit, i only discovered from a newspaper clipping in the corner of the restaurant that Marco Pieirre White once popped in for a coffee, ended staying for 2 hours chatting with Tony about the restaurant and hotel sectors and then returned the following day to enjoy Tony's Sunday lunch. I was going write how good Tony's food is, but i guess that tells you all you need to know. I look forward to my next trip to the Dusthole. Thanks again
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Dusty Hole welcomes all

A unique hotel that surprised! Loved the old parts of the pub, the room was clean, very comfortable and breakfasr was fab. Would highly recommend staying here if are in Shepton Mallett.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Old and quirky
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Comfortable friendly hotel

Very relaxing stay. Made welcome by owner Tony who was very informative about history of hotel and area.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely quirky place.Tony very good host
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Owner was very welcoming. The property is beautiful and cosy. Would definitely come back
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Ood stay

Very comfortably and quirky pud. Food was excellent and plenty of it... the landlord was a star very funny guy.. I would stay again
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice friendly guy who runs the place.
Verified review

6/10 Good

This property is not suitably for people who don’t like snarling, barking, very large aggressive, very large, unrestrained dogs.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Old Coaching inn with charm.

A warm welcome awaits you at the DustHole in Shepton Mallet as long as you don't get eaten by their dog whilst trying to get in after dark that is. Good food, but bedrooms small and in need of updating.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Delighted, wonderful food and ale , comfy room , ideal commuting for work .
Verified review

6/10 Good

Property was full of character
Verified review

4/10 Fair

At least the bed linen was clean and the bathroom passable but it's obviously called the Dusthole for a reason! Only stayed one night in the end. Previous negative reviews sum it up perfectly - it needs closing down and complete refurbishment with new management. Christmas decorations around the bar in September......seriously??? Nothing like the photos.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Unloved & Disappointing

Disappointing especially considering the price, even more though we didn’t feel welcome at all, such a shame as it’s a lovely interesting old building full of history which needs respect and a lot of maintenance which didn’t appear to be happening, felt the owner has fallen out of love with the business and it was obvious he wants to leave, didn’t look like anything had been touched or cleaned for a long time, 2016 tourist info leaflets, nothing up to date to promote area, no bulbs in lampshades, old toiletries, out of date food in the breakfast area, home cooked food advertised on bar/breakfast menu, what we had did not look or taste like it, a better meal had at a Wetherspoons and half the price! I would not normally leave a review but felt a need to share. Felt in need of a nice break following a house move, unfortunately a bad choice made on this occasion.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Exquisite food, exceptional breakfast of great quality locally sourced produce. Room clean and well kept, hallways a little tired . Owner somewhat indifferent...great shame. Tucked away but handy for local shops and a stones throw from Ex HM Prison for tours.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

V unusual , quirky in a good way . Good service , hot home cooking, friendly staff. Lots of character
Verified review

6/10 Good

It’s a very old property and the plumbing is very old and noisy. Unfortunately some people are not so caring for others and flush the toilet in the middle of the night. The breakfast was very good. It’s not an ideal place for disabled persons. Uneven and a little difficult to walk as no level floors.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Old hotel that is in considerable need of updating. Basic service from bar, restaurant reasonable.
Verified review

2/10 Poor

Very disappointed with cleanliness and general condition clearly hadn’t been cleaned or checked before our stay . Shower had no water pressure at all
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Old World charm

Nice old world pub. Good atmosphere and we were well looked after.
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Very Tired

Looking very tired now. Nothing like the photos. Especially the lodges Breakfast was good though But definitely not good value for money