The Eagle House Hotel, Launceston ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

3 Castle Street, Launceston, United Kingdom, PL15 8BA

The Eagle House Hotel in Launceston, United Kingdom, is situated within the historic castle walls and has been a venue for life's milestones since the 1960s. The hotel features a recently renovated distillery terrace, ideal for enjoying sunsets. It also hosts various activities such as the Land’s End Trial and attracts visitors year-round. Guests can appreciate the unique character brought by each generation of custodians managing this Grade II listed property.

Location

The Eagle House Hotel is conveniently located just 24 km from Morwellham Quay and 65 km from Newquay Cornwall Airport. Guests can access the hotel via the A30 and follow signs for Bude/Holsworthy, ensuring a straightforward arrival. Free private parking is available on-site, with additional pay-and-display options located nearby.

Rooms

The Eagle House Hotel offers a variety of accommodations, catering to different budgets. All rooms are equipped with premium bedding and amenities such as Freeview TV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests can also enjoy tea and coffee-making facilities along with luxury toiletries in private bathrooms. Some rooms provide views of Launceston Castle or the Cornish countryside, enhancing the overall experience.

Eat & Drink

The dining options at the hotel include dishes crafted from the best local ingredients by Head Chef Kevin Heard. Evening meals are designed to be flavorful, with coffee and tea available for an additional charge. For special occasions, the afternoon teas feature fluffy scones, finger sandwiches, and various sweet treats for a set price, with the option to add prosecco. Dietary requirements can be accommodated if informed at the time of booking.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers a distillery terrace, garden, and bar as leisure options. Various activities including hiking and cycling are available nearby, appealing to guests seeking adventure. Business travelers can make use of the hotel's free private parking and high-speed Wi-Fi. However, admin staff are not available in the mornings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Double Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Launceston200 m

Airports

Newquay (NQY) 64.6 km

Exeter International (EXT) 79.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dinner!

“The evening meal in the bar was exceptional, with high-quality dishes that truly impressed me.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My room was impressively spacious, and the large, comfortable bed with lovely cotton linen made for a restful night.” view full review

Fantastic Gin!

“I tried the home-distilled gins during my stay, and they were a delightful treat that enhanced my experience.” view full review

Charming Bar Area

“The modern bar area was inviting, serving as a perfect social hub for enjoying a drink or a light meal.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3 Castle Street, Launceston, United Kingdom, PL15 8BA

Map view

3 Castle Street, Launceston, United Kingdom, PL15 8BA

City landmarks

Gallery

Jo Downs Handmade Glass

1.9 km

Park

Trethorne Leisure Park

4.8 km

Amusement Park

The Hidden Valley Discovery Park

5.2 km

Nearby

Castle

Launceston Castle

210 m

Museum

Lawrence House Museum

70 m

Church

Church Of St Mary Magdalene

240 m

Western Road

Launceston Town Hall and Guildhall

290 m

Train Station

Launceston Steam Railway

430 m

Restaurants

Gong Fu Kitchen

270 m

1 Dockey

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.3

Service

9.3

Dining

8.7

Tony

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.4/10

The hotel offers a fantastic countryside view and lovely amenities, with excellent facilities and a great location near the castle. The service was top-notch with a welcoming drink.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with views over the lovely countryside were great. They were well-equipped with a lovely sized TV and excellent facilities.

Service

10.0

The service was unbelievably great and very welcoming, including a nice complimentary drink.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated right next to the castle, offering fabulous views across the valley. It's a prime spot in the center of Launceston.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful, with excellent sausages and breath-taking views of the rolling countryside. The freshly baked cookies were a nice touch.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts luxurious facilities that perfectly complement the stunning location, ensuring a memorable stay.

Gordon

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms offered a stunning view over the valley, and despite the small window, they were cozy and clean. The service was top-notch, with unbelievably great service and a lovely welcome drink. The location was perfect, right next to the Castle and in the center of Launceston, offering reasonably priced accommodation. The dining experience was delightful, with breathtaking views of the rolling countryside and excellent sausages. Overall, a great value for money choice.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with views over the lovely countryside were great and had a bath.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, and the welcoming drink was a nice touch.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location next to the Castle and in the center of Launceston was ideal for exploring the area and very near a function area.

Dining

9.0

Dining with breathtaking views and excellent sausages was a highlight, and the croissants were a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were great and added to the overall experience.

Harry

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers stunning views over the countryside, great service, and a location right next to the Castle. However, the dining could be improved with a wider menu selection. Overall, a comfortable stay in a beautiful setting.

Rooms

8.0

The room with a shower was clean and had beautiful views over the countryside. The spare bed for my 2-year-old daughter was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with unbelievably great service and a warm welcome drink.

Location

9.0

The hotel is literally right next to the Castle, making it convenient to explore the area and enjoy the surroundings.

Dining

8.0

Dining with breath-taking views of the rolling Devonshire countryside was a remarkable experience. The excellent sausages added to the dining pleasure.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's dining area offers stunning views of the countryside, enhancing the overall dining experience.