Business Details
47 Years
experience
Luxury Hotel in Lincoln City Centre
Established in 1979, Castle Hotel has become a cornerstone of hospitality in Lincoln's historic Bailgate area. Our team of dedicated professionals combines decades of collective experience with a deep understanding of the hospitality industry to deliver exceptional service. Situated between Lincoln Castle and the Gothic Cathedral, we offer guests unparalleled access to the city's rich history while providing modern comforts and award-winning interiors. With 20 luxury rooms, three self-catering apartments, and two acclaimed dining venues, we cater to both leisure and business travellers. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice award and multiple accolades from Lincolnshire Life Magazine.The building's unique history as a Roman Forum site and WWII lookout station adds character to our offerings, while our 24/7 professional staff ensure every guest's needs are met. We maintain full wheelchair accessibility and have recently introduced EV charging facilities to enhance our service portfolio. Our team's expertise in hospitality management, combined with our prime location and historical significance, positions us as one of Lincoln's most distinctive accommodation providers. We guarantee transparency in all our operations, from our competitive pricing structure to our clear communication policies, ensuring complete guest satisfaction.
Services
Luxury Rooms
Self-Catering Apartments
Award-Winning Restaurant
Lounge Bar
Wedding Venue
EV Charging
Historical Tours
Accessibility Services
24/7 Concierge
Local Guides
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 professional staff assistance for all guest requirements
- Our EV charging facilities cater to modern travel needs
- Award-winning interiors combine historical character with contemporary comfort
- Prime location between Lincoln Castle and Cathedral offers unparalleled access
- Full wheelchair accessibility with dedicated accessible rooms available
What people say
Excellent mini break
Courteous staff
Pristine room
Outstanding host
Unrivalled views
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our 20 luxury rooms combine historic charm with modern comforts. Each room features award-winning design, comfortable beds, smart TVs, and bathrooms with drench showers. Some rooms offer views of Lincoln Castle or Cathedral, while our executive courtyard rooms provide easy access for guests with mobility needs. The property also includes two new top-floor suites with exceptional views.
Self-Catering Apartments
We offer three self-catering options including Castle Cottage and two mews properties. These accommodations feature kitchen facilities, lounge areas, and bedroom spaces while maintaining hotel-style comforts. Perfect for extended stays or groups, they combine privacy with hotel amenities like daily cleaning and concierge services.
Award-Winning Restaurant
Reform Restaurant serves contemporary European cuisine using fresh, seasonal ingredients. The menu highlights local Lincolnshire produce in dishes crafted by our experienced culinary team. Recognised with multiple Taste of Excellence Awards, it offers an elegant setting for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with table service available throughout the day.
Wedding Venue
The Castle Hotel provides exclusive wedding packages accommodating up to 100 guests. Our comprehensive service includes venue hire, catering, accommodation, and event coordination. While we don't host civil ceremonies on-site, we offer complete management of wedding receptions with bespoke menus and custom decorations across our function spaces.
Historical Experience
Guests can experience Lincoln's rich history through our Grade II listed building's unique features. The hotel occupies a site that was once a Roman Forum, schoolhouse, and WWII lookout station. Original architectural elements like exposed brickwork and historical windows are preserved, offering visitors a tangible connection to Lincoln's 2,000-year history.
People
Paul
Owner
Paul oversees the strategic direction of Castle Hotel, combining his hospitality expertise with a passion for preserving historical properties. With extensive experience in luxury hotel management, he ensures the business maintains its high standards while adapting to modern guest expectations.
Saera
Hotel Manager & Owner
Saera manages daily hotel operations, focusing on guest satisfaction and service excellence. Her background in hospitality management informs her approach to maintaining the property's unique blend of historical character and modern comforts.
Julia
Duty Manager
Julia coordinates front-of-house operations, ensuring seamless guest experiences. With years of experience in Lincoln's hospitality sector, she plays a key role in maintaining the hotel's reputation for exceptional service.
Sue
Head of Housekeeping
Sue leads our housekeeping team with over 15 years of experience in hotel operations. She maintains the high cleanliness standards that guests consistently praise in reviews, ensuring all rooms and public areas meet our luxury expectations.
Lewis
Head Chef
Lewis oversees culinary operations at Reform Restaurant and The Castle Bar. With expertise in contemporary European cuisine, he creates menus that showcase local Lincolnshire produce while maintaining the high standards that earned our restaurant multiple industry awards.
Questions
What makes The Castle Hotel Lincoln unique?
Our hotel combines historic architecture with modern luxury in a prime location between Lincoln Castle and Cathedral. The building's 2,000-year history as a Roman Forum site and WWII lookout station creates a unique guest experience.
Do you offer accessible accommodation?
Yes, we have specially designed accessible rooms with features including wider doorways, handrails, and large shower areas to accommodate guests with mobility needs.
Can I charge an electric vehicle at the hotel?
Yes, we provide EV charging facilities for guests with electric vehicles, ensuring modern convenience at our historic property.
Are pets allowed in the accommodation?
We permit pets in designated self-catering apartments with an additional £30 cleaning charge to maintain our high standards of cleanliness for all guests.
Do you host civil wedding ceremonies?
While we don't hold licenses for civil ceremonies, we offer comprehensive wedding reception packages including venue hire, catering, and accommodation for up to 100 guests.
What historical features can guests expect?
The building retains original elements from its past as a schoolhouse and Roman Forum site, including exposed brickwork, historical windows, and bullet hole repairs from WWII.
Reviews (6)
Yvonne Gilbert
Dec 04, 2021
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Very pleasant experience will have to go back and stay it looks lovely and clean. Staff very friendly
K. H. K. H.
Nov 30, 2021
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What a beautiful hotel. All the team, especially David, were great, nice little bar and lovely restaurant. Our room was excellent. Certainly style is possible in an older building.
Gareth Hancock
Oct 31, 2021
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Very comfortable and in an excellent position to visit the Castle district. Pretty quiet for a city centre location, so we had a restful sleep and a very tasty breakfast.
D. C.
Oct 20, 2021
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Stayed overnight at the Cottage owned by the hotel opposite the main building absolutely lovely 2 bed house in an ideal location for exploring Lincoln, Breakfast at the main hotel was fantastic and staff at every opportunity provided the highest levels of service, Very Impressive throughout
Kate Snow
Sep 18, 2021
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Booked the Stables apartment. Absolutely lovely. Food in the hotel was excellent and as you're right in the heart of old Lincoln, lots of small specialty restaurants close by. Looking forward to longer stay next time
Ash Jacques
Sep 04, 2021
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Great stay for a few days visiting friends in Lincoln. Great location for the cathedral quarter. 5 mins walk to the castle.
