Worried you’ll be woken by traffic from the M5? Don’t be. The windows are surprisingly good. It’s like sleeping in a soundproof bubble.
You’ll hear the occasional seagull having a existential crisis outside, but that’s Somerset for you. Very quiet after 10pm.
Premier Inn Taunton Central (North) Hotel - a photo on Flickriver
If you’re visiting for work, the desk in the room is fine. It’s a little small for a full spreadsheet war, but big enough for a laptop and a cuppa. The Wi-Fi is free and fast enough to watch Netflix without buffering. I tried. For science.
The “North” in the Name
Why “Central North”? Honestly, I think they just wanted to sound important. It’s really just the North side of Taunton. But it sounds more impressive, right?
You’re close to Vivary Park, which is lovely for a morning walk if you’re feeling virtuous. Or you can just walk to the pub next door. The hotel shares a building with a Beefeater restaurant. Yes, a steakhouse and a hotel in one.
This is dangerously convenient. One minute you’re checking in. The next, you’re eating a giant burger and chips, wondering where your life went. No judgment.
