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Highclere Castle, nestled in the picturesque countryside of Newbury, England, offers a unique and luxurious travel experience. This iconic Grade I listed country house, renowned as the filming location for the acclaimed series "Downton Abbey," invites visitors to explore its rich history and stunning architecture. The castle's 5,000-acre estate, designed by Capability Brown, provides a serene backdrop for a memorable stay.
While Highclere Castle itself does not offer accommodations, the surrounding areas of Newbury and nearby villages provide charming options for lodging. Visitors can enjoy the quaint atmosphere and hospitality of local inns and boutique hotels.
Top attractions include the castle's exquisite gardens, the Egyptian exhibition, and various seasonal events such as the Battle Proms concert. A visit to Highclere Castle promises an enchanting journey through history and culture, making it a must-visit destination for travelers seeking elegance and charm.
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Inn in Newbury · 0.80 mi from centre
8.8
219 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Newbury, The Carnarvon Arms is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of North Wessex Downs and Highclere Castle. This inn is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Newbury Racecourse and 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Shaw House.
Inn in Newbury · 1.50 mi from centre
8.4
327 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Carpenters Arms in Newbury, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Sandham Memorial Chapel. This inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from North Wessex Downs and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from West Berkshire Museum.
Holiday home in Newbury · 2.09 mi from centre
9.5
13 reviews
The Old Dairy offers accommodations in Newbury, 24 miles from Stonehenge and 27 miles from Salisbury Train Station. With free private parking, the property is 5.7 miles from Highclere Castle and 7.9 miles from Newbury Racecourse. Jane Austen's House Museum is 29 miles from the vacation home.
With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom vacation home provides a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.
Salisbury Cathedral is 27 miles from the vacation home, while Old Sarum is 28 miles away. The nearest airport is Southampton Airport, 34 miles from The Old Dairy.
Holiday home in Newbury · 2.01 mi from centre
9.3
82 reviews
Cedar Cabin offers accommodations in Newbury, 3.7 miles from Highclere Castle and 5.6 miles from Newbury Racecourse. This vacation home features accommodations with a patio. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking.
Offering direct access to a terrace with garden views, the air-conditioned vacation home consists of 1 bedroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Guests at the vacation home can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Coate Water Country Park is 28 miles from Cedar Cabin, while Lydiard Park is 29 miles from the property. Southampton Airport is 37 miles away.
Caravan park, campground in Newbury · 1.94 mi from centre
8.0
2 reviews
Located in Newbury, Hollington Park Glamping is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Newbury Town Hall. This campground is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Newbury Racecourse and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Donnington Castle.
Apartment in Newbury · 1.54 mi from centre
9.6
5 reviews
The Cottage at Yewtree Farmhouse is located in Newbury, just 2.2 miles from Highclere Castle and 7.2 miles from Newbury Racecourse. This apartment offers free private parking and free Wifi. Coate Water Country Park is 28 miles from the apartment and Lydiard Park is 29 miles away.
The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Jane Austen's House Museum is 30 miles from the apartment, while Salisbury Cathedral is 31 miles from the property. Southampton Airport is 34 miles away.
Inn in Newbury · 3.02 mi from centre
9.2
158 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Newbury, The Furze Bush Inn is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of North Wessex Downs and Sandham Memorial Chapel. This inn is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Highclere Castle and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Kennet & Avon Canal.
Hotel in Newbury · 4.15 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Newbury Town Centre South A339 in Newbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Newbury and Crookham Golf Club. This hotel is 19.1 mi (30.7 km) from Thames River and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from West Berkshire Museum.
Hotel in Andover · 3.82 mi from centre
8.8
52 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Andover, Esseborne Manor Hotel is in a rural location, a 5-minute drive from River Test and 9 minutes from Combe Gibbet. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from Highclere Castle and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age.
Inn in Andover · 3.58 mi from centre
9.6
167 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Andover, The Jack Russell is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Combe Gibbet and River Test. This inn is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Highclere Castle and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Walbury Hill.
Country house in Newbury · 6.28 mi from centre
8.4
641 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Donnington Grove Country Club in Newbury, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Donnington Castle and Shaw House. This golf country house is 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Highclere Castle and 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Thames River.
Hotel in Newbury · 5.32 mi from centre
8.2
437 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Lodge Hotel in Newbury, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Newbury Racecourse and a 5-minute drive from Greenham Common. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Shaw House and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Donnington Castle.
Inn in Hungerford · 6.36 mi from centre
8.6
86 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Hungerford, The Dundas Arms is a 1-minute drive from Kennet & Avon Canal and 6 minutes from Deanwood Park Golf Course. This inn is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Highclere Castle and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Combe Gibbet.
Hotel in Tadley · 5.77 mi from centre
9.2
318 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Tadley, Sandford Springs Hotel & Golf Club is a 1-minute drive from North Wessex Downs and 9 minutes from The Anvil. This golf hotel is 7.2 mi (11.7 km) from Highclere Castle and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Milestones Museum.
Inn in Andover · 5.38 mi from centre
Breakfast available
Located in Andover, George & Dragon is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from River Test and 8 minutes from Combe Gibbet. This inn is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Highclere Castle and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age.
Bed & breakfast in Hampshire, Whitchurch · 6.72 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Watership Down Inn in Whitchurch, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and River Test. This bed & breakfast is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Winchester Cathedral and 14.9 mi (24 km) from South Downs National Park.
Guesthouse in Hampshire, Whitchurch · 4.84 mi from centre
10.0
5 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Peak House Farm in Whitchurch, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Bombay Sapphire Distillery. This guesthouse is 15.9 mi (25.7 km) from South Downs National Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Whitchurch Silk Mill.
Hotel in Stockcross, Newbury · 5.96 mi from centre
9.2
198 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Vineyard in Newbury, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Deanwood Park Golf Course. This golf hotel is 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from Thames River and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Donnington Castle.
Resort in Newbury · 6.78 mi from centre
7.7
543 reviews
Breakfast available
Overlooking a scenic golf course, Donnington Valley Hotel features a luxury health club and spa along with an award-winning restaurant. Its stylish rooms are set in lovely countryside, but only 2 miles from Newbury’s center.
Air-conditioned rooms each offer a flat-screen satellite TV, free tea/coffee, a laptop safe and Egyptian cotton bed linen. All marble bathrooms have a hairdryer, while some also have bathrobes and slippers.
Donnington Valley’s Spa features an 59 foot pool, a Matrix gym and a dance studio. Guests can also relax in the spa bath, sauna, steam room, aromatherapy room, or in one of the 7 treatment suites. Please note there will be a spa access charge of £10 per person per stay. This will be charged upon arrival at the hotel.
The Wine Press Restaurant is renowned for its wine list of over 300 wines, as well as its varied, seasonal menu.
Donnington Valley Golf Club is placed next to the hotel, and offers a challenging 18-hole course. The tranquil parkland course is set against the grade II listed clubhouse.
Hotel in Newbury · 5.62 mi from centre
7.8
780 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Chequers Hotel in Newbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Highclere Castle and Kennet & Avon Canal. This hotel is 17.4 mi (28 km) from Thames River and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Donnington Castle.