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Star Castle

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#4 of 6 hotels in St Mary's
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A family run hotel located on the Garrison a short walk from the centre of St Mary’s and the harbour, commanding breathtaking views of the stunning Archipelago. Our focus is to provide exceptional customer service to all our guests, award winning gourmet food with a choice of two award winning restaurants featuring the world’s best fresh lobster and crab caught by the proprietor Mr Robert Francis aboard ‘Gallos’ the hotel’s own fishing boat. A 38 bedroom hotel boasting traditional sixteenth century castle accommodation and spacious contemporary suites within 4 acres of secluded gardens.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Boating
Kids stay free
Children's playground
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Heated pool
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Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
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Canoeing
Diving
Hiking
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Highchairs available
Airport transportation
Non-smoking hotel
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4.0 of 5 stars
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Family
Harbour View
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Debbie H wrote a review Aug 2021
Peterborough, United Kingdom80 contributions22 helpful votes
WE are regular visitors to St Mary's IOS, We always make sure we have coffee here. Lovely setting-Beautiful views over the bay and of the Off Islands. Helpful , friendly and efficient staff . Love it.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Pat D wrote a review Aug 2021
Cardiff, United Kingdom69 contributions56 helpful votes
Whilst staying on St Mary's we had lunch here several times. Food was lovely and staff very friendly and helpful. Really quaint hotel and would love to stay here on a return visit. The views and grounds were gorgeous.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Cris C wrote a review Aug 2021
Bristol, United Kingdom67 contributions19 helpful votes
The Star Castle is an incredible setting and very worth a visit. The restaurant is full of character (and characters) and the menu is a great mix of options. Service was pleasant and the food good - just not quite as mind-blowing as it could have been given the setting and price.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Apphia P wrote a review Jul 2021
London, United Kingdom21 contributions6 helpful votes
Some of the best views in Scilly are from the terrace of the Star Castle. We have stayed in both the castle and garden rooms, and both are lovely. Garden rooms are dog friendly. A place that makes you feel completely taken care of. We stayed here when we got married and for two separate anniversaries (so far) and hope to return soon. Dinners also excellent.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Mrs Rennie wrote a review Jul 2021
8 contributions6 helpful votes
Superb service and reasonable priced menu. Nice authentic outdoor seating with good views. Drink prices reflect a hotel of this standard though. Would vist again and consider a stay if pricing permits
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Ailsa F wrote a review Jun 2021
London, United Kingdom306 contributions25 helpful votes
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From the moment we arrived we felt well looked after and all staff were helpful and smiling….we enjoyed the bar, restaurant at both dinner and breakfast and the sea views from our room which were stunning. Reception were helpful in organising excursions and advice on the best things to to, we really enjoyed a day out to St Agnes and even encountered Wally on the way home! Thanks to all the hotel staff for looking after us so well.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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26ChrisUK wrote a review Jun 2021
Bexleyheath, United Kingdom29 contributions5 helpful votes
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A destination long overdue. A very special trip for 5 days. B&B + Dinner. Our stay in the garden room was a true holiday. Relaxing, calming, a wonderful setting and very good food. Certainly the place to stay on St Mary’s Isles of Scilly. Without exception all the staff were friendly, helpful and went out of their way to make our stay special. Raff the owner of Calypso ll boat who visited the guests every day to give us information on the islands always delivered an excellent days trip. Certainly Scilly is a magical, special place. Every island offers its own special quality and history some dating to “prehistory”. The fauna.and flora would be more at home in hotter climates making Tresco amazing. The views and vistas from St Martin’s are stunning. Certainly a special
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Date of stay: June 2021
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IBB241 wrote a review Jun 2021
London, United Kingdom35 contributions29 helpful votes
We had a room in the main castle - not massive but cosy and characterful, clean and tidy. Very helpful staff throughout. Breakfasts were good and the evening meals were excellent, good wine. Nice indoor swimming pool also.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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BillM007 wrote a review Jun 2021
Harrogate, United Kingdom271 contributions146 helpful votes
We had 5 nights here. Our room was a garden room. Most rooms are not in the actual hotel. They are in two rows of single story terraced buildings, a bit like a holiday camp. However the room was spacious with an en-suite. The room was very clean, Covid secure and comfortable. We slept well.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Response from James Francis, Owner at Star Castle
Responded Oct 14, 2021
Dear BillM007 Thank you so much for your feedback. I am so pleased that you had a good stay and felt safe during these covid times. The rooms and suites in the gardens enable us to offer our guests outdoor space and many have sea views which we see as a huge bonus especially on Scilly. There are images of our garden rooms online and so I hope this did not come as a surprise. I do hope that you will visit us again in the near future. Many thanks Victoria
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Harriet B wrote a review Jun 2021
Darlington, United Kingdom104 contributions39 helpful votes
I have eaten in many restaurants that claim to be fine dining, only to feel disappointed and let down at the inadequate standards. This is definitely not the case here. I experienced the most perfect service, well presented plates, and most importantly food that tastes wonderful. One of the most memorable dining experiences ever and I hope to be lucky to visit again.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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PRICE RANGE
C$444 - C$815 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
star castle hotel st mary`s, star castle st marys, star castle hotel st marys
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandIsles of ScillySt Mary's
NUMBER OF ROOMS
38
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