The prison-turned-hotel is an architectural dream
The old prison cells are now stylish bedrooms, with original doors and bars on the windows. The original prison layout was ideal for achieving an industrial chic look with four floors of steel exoskeleton and metal landing underneath a glazed roof that Twelve Architects says “retains the magical natural lighting qualities of the ruin”.-century buildings, Bodmin Jail Hotel affords exposed sandstone walls, with 220 cells knocked through to create its 70 elegant rooms.
The former exercise yard is now a welcoming gym and cosy dining room The Chapel is where you can enjoy a la carte dinners and hearty breakfasts.Bodmin Jail Hotel's location in the heart of Cornwall, with both coasts accessible in 20 minutes, makes it ideal for a coastal and country adventure. You can head north for the wild waves of Polzeath or go south for sheltered coves.
Active guests can hire bikes to cycle the 18-mile trail to Padstow or head up to Bodmin Moor, one of the most dramatic places to explore in Cornwall.The on-site Bodmin Jail Attraction is another must-do and has an immersive ‘Dark Walk’ experience, which shows colourful characters from Cornwall’s past who were inmates in the former jail.
After exploring the sites around Bodmin, you might wish to head to the hotel’s Champagne Bar for bubbles or afternoon tea.for a two-night break at Bodmin Jail Hotel, including accommodation in an Executive Room, a Cornish cooked breakfast each morning, three-course dining in the Chapel Restaurant each night, chocolates and prosecco in your room on arrival, tickets to the Heritage Tour at the Bodmin Jail Experience and 25 per cent off the standard rate.
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