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4- and 5-star hotels in Camelford
This shortlist covers the 4- and 5-star hotels and country cottages in and around Camelford, north Cornwall. It is for travellers who want a quiet base near the coast and Bodmin Moor, and who value guest ratings, self-catering kitchens or country-house comfort.
Staying in Camelford
Camelford is a small historic market town on the River Camel in north Cornwall, on the A39 Atlantic Highway between Wadebridge and Bude. It has a weekly market and a town centre with shops, pubs and services, and is known for its Arthurian connections nearby at Slaughterbridge. The surrounding landscape is moorland, farmland and dramatic coastline, with the South West Coast Path, Trebarwith Strand, Crackington Haven, Tintagel Castle and Boscastle within easy reach. It suits visitors who want a quiet base for walking, beaches and exploring both the coast and Bodmin Moor.
The listed hotels and cottages sit in and around the town and its rural hamlets. Lanteglos Country House Hotel is in the rural hamlet of Lanteglos, southeast of Camelford. Pendragon Country House and Pendragon Country Cottages are on Old Vicarage Hill, and Caroe Farmhouse is at Otterham, all away from the town centre. The remaining properties, including Skylark Studio, Home Park Farm Cottages A and B, Reddivallen Farmhouse, Manor House Barn, Westhayes, Polmear Barn, Juliots Well Holiday Park, YHA Boscastle Hostel and The Old Parsonage B&B, are in or close to Camelford or its nearby settlements. The mix suits couples and families who want self-catering space, guests who prefer a country-house hotel with a restaurant, and short-break visitors who plan to drive to the coast and moors.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Skylark Studio
Aldermoor Farm Advent Camelford Pl32 9Qq United Kingdom Camelford, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSkylark Studio is a 5-star self-catering base 1.6 km from Camelford, with a kitchen and dishwasher for guests who prefer to cook for themselves. A garden and on-site restaurant round out the stay, and parking is available. Guests have rated it 4.8 out of 5 across 9 reviews, so it suits couples or small parties who want a quiet, well-regarded studio close to town.
See Skylark StudioPendragon Country House
Old Vicarage Hill Davidstow Davidstowcamelford Pl32 9Xrcornwall, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay herePendragon Country House is a 5-star address 5.0 km from Camelford with a restaurant, bar and lounge on site, plus a garden and games room for downtime. Breakfast in the room, room service and free car parking make it convenient for guests touring the area by car. It also offers a shuttle service and wheelchair access, which suits travellers who want a full-service country house stay outside the town.
See Pendragon Country HouseReddivallen Farmhouse
Reddivallen Farm, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereReddivallen Farmhouse is a 5-star farm stay 4.7 km from Camelford, with a garden, terrace and lounge for relaxed evenings. Fishing and a golf course nearby give guests something to do without going far, and free car parking plus free wifi cover the practical side. Rooms come with bathrobes and toiletries. It fits guests who want a rural farmhouse setting with a little comfort.
See Reddivallen FarmhouseHome Park Farm Cottages A
Camelford Cornwall Pl32 Uk, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHome Park Farm Cottages A is a 5-star cottage 2.9 km from Camelford with a kitchen, dishwasher and fireplace, so it works well for longer self-catering stays. A garden and garage are on hand, and pets are allowed. Free wifi and free car parking are included. It suits families or pet owners who want a private cottage base near town rather than a serviced hotel.
See Home Park Farm Cottages ACaroe Farmhouse
Otterham Cornwall, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCaroe Farmhouse sits 10.0 km from Camelford and pairs a garden and terrace with a restaurant on site. Breakfast is offered, and free car parking plus free wifi keep the practicalities simple. Bicycle storage and luggage storage help guests arriving with their own gear. It appeals to travellers who want a rural 5-star farmhouse stay with dining in the house, away from the busiest part of the area.
See Caroe FarmhouseManor House Barn
Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereManor House Barn is a 5-star property 6.4 km from Camelford with a kitchen, dishwasher and garden for easy self-catering days. A beach is nearby, and pets are welcome. Cots and high chairs are available, so families with young children are well catered for, and free car parking is provided. It suits guests who want space, laundry and cooking facilities in a rural base.
See Manor House BarnHome Park Farm Cottages B
Null, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHome Park Farm Cottages B is a 5-star cottage 2.9 km from Camelford with a kitchen, dishwasher and garden. Pets are allowed, and a garage plus free car parking and free wifi are provided. Cots are available for families with infants. It suits guests who want a self-catering cottage close to town, with room to cook and space for a dog, rather than a hotel with full service.
See Home Park Farm Cottages BPendragon Country Cottages
Old Vicarage Hill, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePendragon Country Cottages is a 5-star cottage option 5.0 km from Camelford with a garden and picnic area for outdoor meals. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and bicycle hire makes it easy to explore without a car. Laundry service and luggage storage add convenience, and the property is wheelchair accessible. It suits guests who want a quiet cottage stay with practical extras.
See Pendragon Country CottagesWesthayes
Helsbury Park, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereWesthayes is a 5-star property 4.3 km from Camelford with an indoor pool, swimming pool and sauna, a rare combination in this list. A kitchen, dishwasher and fireplace make it comfortable for longer stays, and a garden and golf course are also on hand. Pets are allowed and cots are available. It suits guests who want leisure facilities plus self-catering space.
See WesthayesPolmear Barn
Fenteroon Road Fenteroon Farm Camelford Cornwall Pl32 9Ry Camelford Camelford United Kingdom, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay herePolmear Barn is a 5-star barn 0.6 km from Camelford, the closest of these properties to the town, with a kitchen, dishwasher and fireplace. A garden and garage are available, pets are allowed, and free wifi and free car parking are included. Cots are provided for families. It works well for guests who want to walk into Camelford easily while keeping a self-catering base.
See Polmear BarnLanteglos Country House Hotel
Lanteglos, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereLanteglos Country House Hotel is a 4-star hotel 2.1 km from Camelford with an outdoor pool, tennis court and squash, plus a restaurant and bar. The garden and terrace give space to unwind, and sailing and surfing are within reach. Guests have rated it 4.3 out of 5 across 99 reviews, so it suits travellers who want a country house hotel with sports and dining on site rather than a self-catering cottage.
See Lanteglos Country House HotelJuliots Well Holiday Park
Camelford Pl32 9Rf United Kingdom, Camelford, United Kingdom
Why stay hereJuliots Well Holiday Park is a 4-star park 1.4 km from Camelford, close to the town for everyday errands and outings. Non-smoking rooms are available, making it a straightforward choice for guests who prefer a smoke-free stay. It suits travellers looking for a simple, well-located base near Camelford rather than a property with extensive on-site facilities.
See Juliots Well Holiday ParkYHA Boscastle Hostel
Palace Stables, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Step-free access
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereYHA Boscastle Hostel is a 4-star hostel 7.5 km from Camelford with a garden, terrace and lounge for shared downtime. The property is wheelchair accessible. It suits budget-conscious travellers and groups who want a sociable hostel base near Boscastle rather than a private hotel room.
See YHA Boscastle HostelThe Old Parsonage B&b
Forrabury, Camelford, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Old Parsonage B&b is a 4-star bed and breakfast 7.0 km from Camelford with breakfast served in the room and a garden to sit in. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and special diets can be catered for. A golf course is nearby, and lunch is available. It suits guests who want a small B&B base with personal breakfast service in the Boscastle area.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skylark Studio | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Pendragon Country House | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 5.0 km |
| Reddivallen Farmhouse | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 4.7 km |
| Home Park Farm Cottages A | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 2.9 km |
| Caroe Farmhouse | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 10.0 km |
| Manor House Barn | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 6.4 km |
| Home Park Farm Cottages B | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 2.9 km |
| Pendragon Country Cottages | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 5.0 km |
| Westhayes | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 4.3 km |
| Polmear Barn | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.6 km |
| Lanteglos Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.1 km |
| Juliots Well Holiday Park | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 1.4 km |
| YHA Boscastle Hostel | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 7.5 km |
| The Old Parsonage B&b | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 7.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These properties have space and facilities that work well for families. Westhayes has an indoor pool, a sauna and a garden. Manor House Barn offers a kitchen, cots and high chairs. Home Park Farm Cottages A and B both provide kitchens, cots, gardens and parking, and both accept pets.
Westhayes · Manor House Barn · Home Park Farm Cottages A · Home Park Farm Cottages B
For couples
Caroe Farmhouse has breakfast and a terrace; The Old Parsonage B&B offers breakfast in room and a garden; Skylark Studio and Reddivallen Farmhouse provide garden and parking.
Skylark Studio · Caroe Farmhouse · Reddivallen Farmhouse · The Old Parsonage B&b
For pet owners
Westhayes, Manor House Barn, Home Park Farm Cottages A and B, and Polmear Barn all state that pets are allowed. They also have parking and gardens or outdoor space, which makes them practical for guests travelling with a dog while exploring the coast path and moorland around Camelford.
Westhayes · Manor House Barn · Home Park Farm Cottages A · Home Park Farm Cottages B · Polmear Barn
For self-catering
Skylark Studio, Home Park Farm Cottages A and B, Manor House Barn, Westhayes and Polmear Barn all have kitchens. Several also have a dishwasher, washing machine and fireplace or garden. They suit guests who want to cook and stay independently rather than eat out every day.
Skylark Studio · Home Park Farm Cottages A · Home Park Farm Cottages B · Manor House Barn · Westhayes · Polmear Barn
Where to stay in Camelford
Lanteglos
Lanteglos is a rural hamlet just southeast of Camelford, with quiet country lanes and Lanteglos Country House Hotel. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, outdoor pool, tennis court and garden. It is a calm spot for guests who want a country-house base while still being within a few kilometres of Camelford town centre.
Our picks here: Lanteglos Country House Hotel
Otterham
Otterham is a small settlement near Camelford, and Caroe Farmhouse is here. The farmhouse provides breakfast, free parking, a garden, a terrace and free WiFi. It is a quiet rural choice for travellers who want a farmhouse stay and are driving to the north Cornwall coast and Bodmin Moor.
Our picks here: Caroe Farmhouse
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Camelford lies on the A39 Atlantic Highway, about 10 miles north of Wadebridge and 14 miles south of Bude. The nearest railway station is Bodmin Parkway, roughly 20 miles to the south, with connections to London Paddington and Penzance. Newquay Airport is about 20 miles west. Bus services link Camelford to Bude, Wadebridge and Bodmin. Within the town, most amenities are within walking distance, but a car is useful for exploring the surrounding coast and moors.
When to go
Camelford is busiest in the summer months, when visitors come to explore the north Cornwall coast and Bodmin Moor. Spring and autumn offer quieter conditions for walking the South West Coast Path and visiting nearby attractions such as Tintagel Castle and Boscastle. Winter can be wet and windy, but the town remains open for local trade.
Questions, answered
Which hotels in this shortlist have parking?
Most listed properties provide parking, including Pendragon Country House, Reddivallen Farmhouse, Home Park Farm Cottages A and B, Caroe Farmhouse, Manor House Barn, Pendragon Country Cottages, Westhayes, Polmear Barn and Lanteglos Country House Hotel. Skylark Studio and The Old Parsonage B&B also list parking.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Westhayes, Manor House Barn, Home Park Farm Cottages A and B, and Polmear Barn all state that pets are allowed. They also offer parking, and several have gardens or outdoor space, which is useful for guests travelling with a dog.
Which hotel is closest to Camelford town centre?
Polmear Barn is the closest, about 0.6 km from the centre. Juliots Well Holiday Park is about 1.4 km away, and Skylark Studio is about 1.6 km away. All are within a short drive or walk of the town's shops and services.
Which is the top-rated hotel in this shortlist?
Skylark Studio has a guest rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 9 reviews, the highest on this list. Lanteglos Country House Hotel is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 99 reviews. The other properties do not have a guest rating shown in this list.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Westhayes has an indoor pool and a sauna. Lanteglos Country House Hotel has an outdoor pool. No other property in this list states that it has a pool or spa.
Which hotels are best for families?
Westhayes, Manor House Barn and Home Park Farm Cottages A and B are well suited to families. They have kitchens, cots and gardens, and Westhayes also has an indoor pool. Manor House Barn and Home Park Farm Cottages A and B provide cots and high chairs.
Do any of these hotels serve breakfast?
Caroe Farmhouse, Lanteglos Country House Hotel and The Old Parsonage B&B all offer breakfast. Pendragon Country House provides breakfast in room. Other properties, such as the self-catering cottages, do not list breakfast.
What is the nearest railway station to Camelford?
The nearest railway station is Bodmin Parkway, approximately 20 miles to the south. It offers regular services to London Paddington and Penzance. Bus services also link Camelford to Bude, Wadebridge and Bodmin.