Places to stay in Athelney, Somerset

Athelney is a village located between the villages of Burrowbridge and East Lyng in the Sedgemoor district of Somerset. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English æþeling meaning "prince" + -ey meaning "isle". The village is best known for once being the fortress hiding place of King Alfred the Great, from where he went on to defeat the Great Heathen Army at the Battle of Edington in May 878. Local restaurants include The Rose And Crown, Thatchers Arms, Square & Compass Inn, and The Old Pound Inn.

The center of Athelney ( which is at is longitude -2°56'13.646 and latitude 51°3'12.462 ) is located 1 mile away from Stoke St Gregory, 2 miles away from Stathe, 5 miles away from North Petherton and 5 miles away from Langport.

Available Athelney lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Athelney.

Athelney Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, North Petherton

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 5 miles away in North Petherton:

Close to Bridgwater town centre and next to the M5, our Premier Inn Bridgwater Gateway (M5, J24) hotel is perfectly placed for exploring Bridgwater, nearby Taunton and Somerset.

Poplar Court, North Petherton

North Petherton, Somerset

Photograph of Holiday Inn Express, Bridgwater

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Holiday Inn Express

Approx 5 miles away in Bridgwater:

A hotel with 138 bedrooms, on the outskirts of the historic town of Bridgwater with breakfast, included. All-day dining is available in our Express Cafe and Bar throughout the day.

Market Way

Bridgwater, Somerset

Hotels

Sedgemoor Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Bridgwater:

19 Main Road

Bridgwater, Somerset

Athelney Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Self Catering Properties

Walkers Farm Cottages

Approx 2 miles away in Stathe:

Our four cottages are converted from stabling and old Somerset brick barns to provide superb quality holiday lets. They are light and airy and come fully equipped to make your life comfortable.

Walkers Farm

Stathe, Somerset

Campsites

Bowdens Crest Caravan And Camping Park

Approx 5 miles away in Langport:

A family run caravan and camping site set in the heart of the Somerset Countryside with Beautiful Walks and Stunning Views. Set on 14.5 acres of mature landscaped grounds and quietly nestled behind an impressive Blue Lias stone gated entrance.

Bowdens

Langport, Somerset

Self Catering Properties

Buzzards View

Approx 5 miles away in Curry Mallet:

Crimson Hill Farm

Curry Mallet, Somerset

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