The Best Hotels in Mid Wales

On the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Palé Hall 5 red star Relais Chateaux property set in a Victorian manor house hotel with 18 elegant rooms in the main building and 4 garden suites.

The individually designed bedrooms at Palé feature stylish décor. Some rooms have seating areas or garden views.

Palé Hall offers a Michelen green star restaurant, serving a varied menu including local Welsh produce. The chefs produce dishes with a blend of British and Welsh cuisine.

Near Bala in North Wales, Palé Hall hotel is set in 16 acres of tranquil gardens and parkland. Close to the River Dee, local activities include fishing, shooting and horse riding.

Set in 50-acre grounds The Lake Country House Hotel & Spa lies in the heart of the Welsh countryside. With en suite bathrooms it also boasts a swimming pool and sauna.

Situated in Llangammarch Wells, this sophisticated 19th-century retreat offers beautiful lounges and thoughtfully furnished rooms. Throughout the Lake you will be surrounded by fine antiques, paintings and sumptuous furnishings.

The Kingfisher Spa offers a peaceful 15 metre swimming pool, sauna, gym and an outdoor balcony hot-tub. A range of health and beauty treatments allow body and mind to truly unwind.

Using local produce the restaurant creates modern Celtic cuisine. The Lake Country House Hotel also boasts an extensive wine list. Alternatively enjoy a traditional Welsh tea in the drawing room or in the beautiful gardens.

Perfectly situated for the Welsh countryside and the Brecon Beacons, The Lake is also close to several golf courses. Clyro and Cefnylls Castles are both within a 20-minute drive.

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa is located on the hills of the Berwyn Mountains, overlooking Lake Efyrnwy.

The rooms at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa feature a flat-screen TV and a work desk. All rooms have a bathroom with toiletries and robes.

The restaurant has an AA Rosette, and serves a evening menu and fine wines. Tower Tavern Bar features log fires, free Wi-Fi and a grand piano, and there is also a terrace.

The Thermal Suite offers the spa pool, sauna & steam room for an extra charge which would be best pre-booked prior to arrival to avoid disappointment on the day. Guests can also book a range of treatments.

On the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Lake Vyrnwy Hotel is within one-hour drive of Shrewsbury and Wrexham. Free on-site parking is available, and the Welsh Border is a 30-minute drive away.

Devils Falls at the Luxury Hafod Hotel Aberystwyth overlooks the Devils Bridge Waterfalls and is 300 metres from the Rheidol Valley Railway Station. It offers rooms with countryside views, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant.

Rooms at the Hotel Hafod all feature a TV, telephone and radio.

There is a garden with views of the Cambrian Mountains. Staff can provide maps for walking routes which surround Devils Falls at the Luxury Hafod Hotel Aberystwyth.

Aberystwyth is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Free parking is available at Devils Falls at the Luxury Hafod Hotel Aberystwyth.

In 21 acres of gardens and woodland, Penmaenuchaf Hotel sits above Penmaenpool, overlooking the Mawddach estuary just a 5-minute drive from the market town of Dolgellau, in the Snowdonia National Park.

Each bedroom in this country house has a TV, tea/coffee with home baked biscuits, bathrobes, toiletries and free Wi-Fi access. There are views of the valley and mountains beyond, across the landscaped gardens and to the wooded hillside, the herb and sunken gardens.

In the mornings the hotel’s garden room restaurant provides a continental and full Welsh breakfast, while lunch and dinner menus offer contemporary British fare using fresh local produce.

The hotel features log burners, a snug bar, library, light and airy morning room and oak-panelled drawing room.

There is an abundance of leisure activities nearby including mountain biking, fishing, golf and pony trekking. There are also castles, gardens, hill walks, running trails a local park run, art galleries, white water rafting, Zip World, Bounce Below and Surf Snowdonia.

Located in Glasbury, 45 km from Elan Valley, Foyles of Glasbury provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is allergy-free and is set 12 km from Clifford Castle.

At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Foyles of Glasbury every room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Glasbury, like hiking and cycling.

Brecon Cathedral is 20 km from Foyles of Glasbury, while Kinnersley Castle is 20 km away. Cardiff Airport is 104 km from the property.

Set in Aberaeron, 28 km from Aberystwyth Golf Club, Harbourmaster Hotel offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service. Some units at the property feature a patio with a sea view.

All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. All rooms include a private bathroom, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have a city view.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Clarach Bay is 30 km from Harbourmaster Hotel, while Aberystwyth Castle is 26 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 149 km away.

Located in Llandovery, 34 km from Brecon Cathedral, The New White Lion provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is allergy-free and is situated 400 metres from Llandovery Castle.

All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The New White Lion every room comes with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

Breakfast is available, and includes Full English/Irish, vegetarian and vegan options.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Llandovery, like hiking and cycling.

Llandovery Golf Club is 500 metres from The New White Lion, while Dinefwr Castle is 23 km away. Cardiff Airport is 105 km from the property.

The Royston is a 7-room, contemporary guesthouse in a building dating from 1880, on the outskirts of Llanbrynmair, in the heart of mid Wales. Set in 10 acres of rural pastureland, every room has views of the surrounding Cambrian Mountains and rolling hills.

Each of The Royston’s bedrooms has its own unique character and style, featuring original artwork and a curated mix of vintage and designer furniture.

Full English/Irish, vegetarian and a la carte breakfast options are available every morning at The Royston.

Aberystwyth is 48 km from the hotel.

Situated in Penmaenpool, 38 km from Portmeirion, George III Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 29 km of Harlech Castle. The property is allergy-free and is located 29 km from Castell y Bere.

Guest rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

Aberdovey Golf Club is 34 km from George III Hotel, while Criccieth Castle is 48 km from the property.

Set in Gilwern and only 26 km from Longtown Castle, Pantybeiliau House Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. 28 km from Brecon Cathedral and 40 km from Newport Golf Club, the property provides a garden and a terrace.

All units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with a hair dryer and a shower. Units come with a kettle, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature garden views. At the bed and breakfast, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Cardiff Airport is 75 km from the property.

Nestled in the Cambrian Mountains in the heart of Tregaron, Y Talbot is a welcoming and award-winning hotel, restaurant and pub full of Welsh charm, roaring fires and some of the best food in the region. Head Chef Dafydd Watkin has cooked with Marco Pierre White and now cooks the food he wants to eat – comforting, confident, and dangerously moreish. His cheesecake? Local legend.

We’re proud to be fully accessible, with step-free entrances, a ground-floor accessible bedroom, and thoughtful touches throughout. Families are welcome, dogs are fussed over, and muddy boots are part of the dress code.

Our smooth tarmac car park, secure bike storage and drying room make us an ideal stop for motorcyclists and cyclists, while walkers and anglers love the peaceful location, local trails and full Welsh breakfast that follows.

Whether you’re here for a quiet break, an outdoor adventure or simply want a good meal with a warm welcome, we promise you’ll leave with a full belly and a smile. Our staff know your name (and your dog’s), and our bar is often the start of stories you’ll retell for years.

Real Wales, real food, real hospitality.

Set in Barmouth and with Barmouth Beach reachable within 500 metres, The Fanny Talbot offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 31 km from Portmeirion, 19 km from Harlech Castle and 41 km from Criccieth Castle. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All rooms include a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, while selected rooms also offer a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Castell y Bere is 41 km from The Fanny Talbot, while Aberdovey Golf Club is 45 km from the property.

This former coaching inn is set on the edge of Brecon Beacons, in the historic market town of Abergavenny. The Angel Hotel offers a restaurant, bar, and free Wi-Fi. Abergavenny‎ Railway Station is 10 minutes’ walk away.

Rooms at The Angel Hotel feature a flat-screen Freeview TV with radio, desk, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en suite bathrooms feature a hairdryer, towel warmer and complimentary The White Company toiletries.

The inn offers a cooked breakfast each morning. Fresh baked goods and afternoon teas are served daily. The Oak Room restaurant serves quality food made using the freshest and finest ingredients, and The Foxhunter Bar features a wine and cocktail menu.

The Abergavenny Castle ruins and the River Usk are less than 400 metres from The Angel. Linda Vista Gardens are 5 minutes' walk away.

The town is surrounded by mountains and is close to the Welsh-English border. It is just a 45-minute drive of Cardiff city centre. The hotel has an on-site car parking area. In the event the hotel's car park is full, there is metered parking available cross the street.

Situated in Aberdyfi, 2 km from Aberdyfi Beach, Trefeddian Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. The accommodation provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also boast a sea view. All rooms in Trefeddian Hotel are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast.

Trefeddian Hotel offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and mini-golf at this 4-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking.

Aberystwyth Golf Club is 48 km from the hotel, while Clarach Bay is 47 km from the property.

This impressive Victorian building has a splendid cliff-top location with stunning views of Cardigan Bay. It offers free parking and a restaurant, and is less than a mile from Barmouth’s centre.

Each room at this 4-star guest accommodation has a TV and DVD player, as well as free tea and coffee. Most rooms enjoy lovely sea views, whilst all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

Built in the 1880s for a famous gunmaker, Tyr Graig Castle was designed to resemble both a castle and a double-barrelled shotgun. Today it still has original features, including stained glass windows.

The lounge has a log fire and drinks are available from the adjoining conservatory bar. There is also a terrace with superb views over the water.

Overlooking Cardigan Bay, Tyr Graig’s restaurant offers traditional home-cooked British and Welsh food. The creative menu is made with the finest local, fresh and seasonal produce.

Located in Brecon, within 44 km of Elan Valley and 11 km of Clifford Castle, Three Cocks Hotel provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 21 km from Kinnersley Castle, 25 km from Longtown Castle and 42 km from Hereford Cathedral. The property is non-smoking and is situated 17 km from Brecon Cathedral.

At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. All units in Three Cocks Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Cardiff Airport is 102 km away.

Set in 14 acres of wooded grounds and gardens, this relaxed country house hotel with a 2-AA-Rosette restaurant is 1.6 km from the university and market town of Lampeter. The Cambrian Mountains and coastal villages of Cardigan Bay are just a 30-minute drive away.

The Falcondale Hotel has a lovely view from its conservatory, and an atmospheric log fire in the winter. In summer, you can enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace.

The hotel is 19 km from the picturesque harbour town of Aberaeron. There are three National Trust Properties located within 12 miles of The Falcondale Hotel.

Featuring a bar, The Tilman is located in Barmouth.

At the hotel, rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All units at The Tilman include air conditioning and a wardrobe.

The area is popular for cycling and hiking.

Aberystwyth is 34 km from the accommodation, while Betws-y-coed is 45 km away.