When visiting Ilminster, The Five Dials Inn is a great choice to consider. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Five Dials Kitchen, which serves lunch and dinner.
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 65 min drive
Honiton Station - 21 min drive
Yeovil Pen Mill Station - 23 min drive
Bridgwater Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Burger King - 2 min drive
Costa Coffee - 3 min drive
The Bell Inn - 11 min walk
Barleymows - 9 min drive
About this property
The Five Dials Inn
When visiting Ilminster, The Five Dials Inn is a great choice to consider. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Five Dials Kitchen, which serves lunch and dinner.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Toys
Children's books
Facilities
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Plasma television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Soap
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Toaster
Dining table
Highchair
Special features
Dining
Five Dials Kitchen - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Five Dials Pub - Onsite pub. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Also known as
Five Dials Ilminster
Five Dials Inn
Five Dials Inn Ilminster
The Five Dials Inn Inn
The Five Dials Inn Ilminster
The Five Dials Inn Inn Ilminster
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Five Dials Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Five Dials Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Five Dials Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Five Dials Inn and nearby?
The Five Dials Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Five Dials Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Five Dials Kitchen.
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Reviews
The Five Dials Inn Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Bar
Drinks
Welcoming
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
Staff were so lovely, nothing seemed to be too much trouble
Nicki
Nicki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2023
Lovely place to stay with very helpful staff
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Very welcoming and friendly hosts. Good nights sleep and a great breakfast!
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
2 Night Stay
What a lovely place!
The room was surprisingly large with a more than spacious bathroom and both really clean.
The adjoining pub/ restaurant had a really good atmosphere with a good range of beers. Staff were really nice friendly willing to help out wherever they can.
I strongly recommend booking a table as from what I could see the place is very popular and you do t want to miss out on trying the food!
Ben
Ben, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2023
A really lovely place to stay - By far the best in the area. It has a homely feel. the staff are helpful, friendly and keen to make your experience a good one. A really well run business. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2023
Highly recommend
Full marks all round. Great food, for adults and children. Friendly staff, warm welcome. Room was clean, spacious and comfy. Breakfast was freshly cooked. Absolutely perfect, start to finish. If we are ever back this way, will definitely stay again.
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2022
Very friendly staff , and the food was excellent
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2022
Ticks all the boxes for a one night stay on the way down to the South West. Friendly host, nice bedroom, excellent food and a good selection of drinks at the bar.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2022
Great overnight stop.
Excellent 1 night stay in clean modern room. Very good evening meal and breakfast in friendly pub with good atmosphere. Would book again.
paul
paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2023
This is what a country pub should be like. Excellent food served in a stylish and informal setting by professional and friendly staff. A wide range of casks and draught ales and lagers was accompanied by a rounded wine list with many flavoured spirits and interesting concoctions available for the more adventurous. The menu was both varied and interesting, the food well presented and of an excellent standard. The room was spacious and well appointed with a large ensuite that included a rolltop bath. The complete package is competitively priced and excellnet value. We will definitely return for another indulgent stay. Thank you Sarah, Paul and team.
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2021
Fantastic food and hosts
Fantastic stay, room had contactless check-in, lovely local pub atmosphere, the menu choice was stunning, matched only by the quality and presentation, when we got the bill we thought that they had missed some items but it turned out to be just incredible value, 2 x 3 courses and 5 drinks under £80, Sarah and Paul are fantastic hosts and should be very ñtoud of their business. My only suggestion would be another shelf in the bathroom and something to hold toiletries in the shower (although these might be in the other rooms already) all in all i would thoroughly recommend the 5 Dials and will definitely stay again (maybe in the summer to enjoy the outside area)
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2021
Excellent. Perfect in every way, fantastic hosts, a warm welcome and tremendous food. Best place I’ve stayed in a long time. 10/10 can’t wait to go back.
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2021
There's nothing 'not' to like!
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 6, 2021
Nice place to stay. Check in could have been warmer, but bar and restaurant service was good as was the food
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2021
Clean, comfy, friendly & tasty!
Our stay at the Five Dials was very enjoyable, even if it was just for one night.
Our room was immaculately clean and spacious. The breakfast included was fabulous, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend anyone - thank you!
Ximena
Ximena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2021
Awesome little hotel / pub in Somerset
A fantastic find for an overnight stay on our journey home from Cornwall. Well cared for property, thoughtful service, excellent food and comfortable room. Highly recommended and many thanks to the hosts who are doing a super job.
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2021
Stopover
It was an overnight stop on our way to Cornwall and very welcoming it was and the food was very good too
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2021
A little gem!
We had a great couple of nights at the Five Dials. Sarah and Paul are fantastic hosts and lovely people who have made the Inn very covid safe. The room we had (Room 3) was very comfortable. It is a large room with a very comfortable king size bed and large bathroom with shower. There is a sofa where you can relax and watch tv. Breakfast was excellent and could be had either in the bar area or in your room. We ate dinner at the pub on our second night and had a fabulous meal. The menu is quite extensive and the pub is obviously very popular as it was packed to bursting. We will definitely return when we visit the area again.
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2021
very clean and a lot of care taken in making room covid-19
safe lovely breakfast nice people just all round great
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2020
Fantastic friendly and welcoming hosts, lovely clean and spacious room and delicious breakfast.
AndyY
AndyY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2020
Great B and B
Very COVID safe everything how it should be very clean and comfortable stay excellent food and best breakfast yet also safe parking easy to find
tracy
tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2020
Little Gem
Great place to stay on our way down to Cornwall. Sarah did everything to make sure our stay was excellent. Great food too.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2020
Great stay
Fantastic stay. Friendly staff. Great food. I would strongly recommend it
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2020
Great place to stay to break journey to Devon
Everything was first rate.
Room very clean, a lot of care had been taken to ensure it was sanitised and cups/coffee etc changed and bagged up between clients.
Very comfy beds, very friendly staff.
A good quiet night’s sleep.
Ralph
Ralph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2020
Quaint and great hosts. Loved the food and the friendly dogs in the pub!