The Best Hotels in Wales
Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Wales. Bon voyage!
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On the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Palé Hall 5 red star Relais Chateaux property set in a Victorian manor house… See more
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.
Overlooking Narberth and the Preseli Mountains, The Grove is a luxurious 18th-century country house surrounded by… See more
Overlooking Narberth and the Preseli Mountains, The Grove is a luxurious 18th-century country house surrounded by meadows. This privately owned 'Restaurant with Rooms' has won recent National awards as the ‘Best place to eat and stay in Wales'.
Bedrooms at The Grove are beautifully decorated with ornate fireplaces and modern art. The large bathrooms feature deep iron baths, under-floor heating and designer toiletries. All rooms include a flat-screen TV and free wired internet. In-room massages are available on request.
The property offers two dining options. The Fernery restaurant offers an intimate dining experience offering a 3 course a la carte or eight course tasting menu option. The Artisan Rooms is a more relaxed dining experience and the menu has been inspired by the best of Welsh ingredients, expect grazing boards of Welsh charcuterie, artisan cheese, Welsh lamb and beef, and Pembrokeshire landed fish.
The hotel has stunning gardens for guests to explore and Pembrokeshire National Park is just 5 minutes’ drive away. Free parking is available at the hotel.
Built by a visionary architect in 1925, Portmeirion Village & Castell Deudraeth overlooks the beautiful Dywryd Estaury… See more
Built by a visionary architect in 1925, Portmeirion Village & Castell Deudraeth overlooks the beautiful Dywryd Estaury. Located just south of the coastal village of Porthmadog on a private peninsula, the hotel offers a spa and wellness centre, an on-site mini market, a bar and a restaurant.
Rooms are located at either The Portmeirion Hotel or Castell Deudraeth, or in the village rooms and suites. The brightly decorated rooms each have a unique design. They feature a TV, a telephone, an en suite bathroom and a hairdryer.
There is also free on-site parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi access.
The hotel has a number of award-winning restaurants that offer an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, including Hotel Portmeirion Restaurant and Castell Deudraeth Brasserie.
Surrounded by acres of woodland gardens and sandy beaches, the hotel is just 21 miles from Snowdonia National Park. Caernarfon Castle is a 40-minute journey by car and Llanfair Slate Caverns are 34 minutes’ drive away.
Set in an iconic building, with stunning views across Cardiff Bay, the 5-star voco - St David's Cardiff features a… See more
Set in an iconic building, with stunning views across Cardiff Bay, the 5-star voco - St David's Cardiff features a luxury spa, stylish bedrooms and an innovative restaurant and a bar. Mermaid Quay is a 5-minute walk away.
The sumptuous bedrooms at voco - St David's Cardiff feature luxury bathrooms, whilst some also have a private balcony. All rooms have air conditioning and Wi-Fi is also available.
Tir a Mor restaurant features a waterside terrace. The bar also offers cocktails, a wine list and craft beer.
The award-winning Spa at St David's features a swimming pool, 2 hydrotherapy pools, a modern fitness studio and relaxation room. Indulgent beauty treatments are also available, subject to availability and for an extra charge. Prior booking is advised.
Situated near the vibrant Cardiff Docks, voco - St David's Cardiff also offers meeting and conference facilities and is just 2 miles from the city centre. There are two paid car parks available adjacent to the hotel, charged at £24 per 24 hours. Guests are able to pay directly with the hotel for the Parking Eye car park, or via the machines in the Cardiff Council Managed, Havana Street car park.
Bodysgallen Hall and Spa is a Grade I listed 17th-century hall set in 200 acres of private estate, with spectacular… See more
Bodysgallen Hall and Spa is a Grade I listed 17th-century hall set in 200 acres of private estate, with spectacular views of Snowdonia and Conwy Castle and a 3 AA Rosettes award-winning restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available in all bedrooms and cottages.
The spa has a large swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath, relaxation room and club room. There are also 5 beauty and holistic therapy salons staffed by qualified therapists providing treatments using Environ, Aromatherapy Associates, CACI and Jessica products (additional cost).
The luxurious guestrooms all have views over the gardens and parkland, and some with far reaching views to Conwy Castle and Snowdonia mountains. Nestling in the grounds are the individual cottages; some have their own private gardens and some are in close proximity to the spa.
The award-winning restaurant, The Dining Room, offers freshly prepared food, made using locally sourced produce and has received 3 AA Rosettes. Traditional afternoon tea and light refreshments can also be enjoyed in the hall, library and bar.
The contemporary Quay Hotel and Spa is located on the breathtaking Deganwy Marina, with views over the Conwy Estuary… See more
The contemporary Quay Hotel and Spa is located on the breathtaking Deganwy Marina, with views over the Conwy Estuary.
The fully non-smoking hotel has been meticulously designed throughout, and its architecture epitomises cool sophistication. The large, airy spaces, understated chic and sharp styling combine to create a truly inspirational hotel experience.
Wall-to-wall windows with sea views flood the interiors with natural light, and the use of specially quarried Welsh slate makes a thoroughly individual design statement. The rooms incorporate plush beds dressed in crisp Egyptian cotton, luxurious bathrooms and unrivalled in-room facilities.
With a private beach and panoramic views over the Menai Straits, Château Rhianfa is set in a Grade II listed Victorian… See more
With a private beach and panoramic views over the Menai Straits, Château Rhianfa is set in a Grade II listed Victorian villa. A tennis court, We also have a wine cellar with wine tasting experiences.
Enjoy outdoor dining overlooking the Menai Straits and Snowdonia National Park, or wander through Château Rhianfa's picturesque gardens and 3 acres of grounds. Period features such as wooden floors, panelled walls and painted ceilings are still visible.
The on-site restaurant, Le Dragon Rouge, serves Welsh and French cuisine. A lounge menu until 17:00 is also available.
Free Wi-Fi and a luxury private bathroom are provided for each room, as well as tea/coffee making facilities. Suites, as well as apartments and cottages with kitchen facilities, are also available.
The entrance to Snowdonia National Park is just 15 minutes’ drive away, with Bangor city centre and Beaumaris just 3 miles away.
Trefloyne Manor offers guests a peaceful retreat in the heart of the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. 5… See more
Trefloyne Manor offers guests a peaceful retreat in the heart of the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. 5 minutes’ drive takes you to beaches and the lively coastal town of Tenby.
5 individually decorated bedrooms in The Manor House all have a Juliet balcony looking out to views of the Ritec Valley. Features in each room include a TV, radio, ironing facilities and a private bathroom. The Coach House offers a further 7 individually designed bedrooms with a unique feature in each room, and views across the Ritec Valley and beautiful golf course.
The on-site 18-hole parkland golf course has scenic views of Tenby and Carmarthen bay, and suits players of all abilities.
Home-cooked food, using the best local produce wherever possible, can be enjoyed on the Terrace. On colder days the lounge with its wood burner and comfortable seating offers a perfect place to relax.
There are over a dozen idyllic sandy beaches within just a 15-minute drive. The countryside surrounding the hotel is perfect for walking, and there are regular ferries leaving Tenby for nearby Caldey Island.
Set in 50-acre grounds The Lake Country House Hotel & Spa lies in the heart of the Welsh countryside. With en suite… See more
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.
Offering a restaurant with outdoor dining and a bar, Llanerch Vineyard is located in Hensol. With free WiFi access… See more
Offering a restaurant with outdoor dining and a bar, Llanerch Vineyard is located in Hensol. With free WiFi access available and free on-site parking, Creigiau Golf Club is 10 minutes' drive away.
Each room here includes a flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature a refrigerator, the lounge area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a bath or shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. Extras include a desk and ironing facilities.
At Llanerch Vineyard there is a spacious garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and luggage storage.
The hotel is surrounded by woodland walks and hiking trails.
Pontyclun Train Station is 7 minutes' drive away.
Featuring a restaurant, a fitness centre as well as a bar, The Parkgate Hotel is set in the centre of Cardiff, 90 metres… See more
Featuring a restaurant, a fitness centre as well as a bar, The Parkgate Hotel is set in the centre of Cardiff, 90 metres from Principality Stadium. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests.
The units come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, while certain units at the hotel also have a seating area. All units feature a safety deposit box.
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Popular points of interest near The Parkgate Hotel include Cardiff Castle, St David's Hall and Motorpoint Arena Cardiff. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.
Dating back to the 12th century, Roch Castle offers guest accommodation, set on a rocky outcrop over looking St Brides… See more
Dating back to the 12th century, Roch Castle offers guest accommodation, set on a rocky outcrop over looking St Brides Bay. Roch Castle offers free parking and WiFi.
Each guest room has en suite bathroom facilities. Some bathrooms come with a shower while others come with a separate bath and shower. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. There is also a TV with DVD player, iPod dock, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities.
Breakfast is served at Roch Castle.
Around 9 miles east of St David’s, Roch Castle is around 28 miles from the popular resort of Tenby and neighbouring Saundersfoot. Roch Castle is next to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and 2 miles from Newgale Beach.
The award-winning St Brides Spa Hotel is perched above Saundersfoot Harbour in Pembrokeshire National Park. The… See more
The award-winning St Brides Spa Hotel is perched above Saundersfoot Harbour in Pembrokeshire National Park. The privately owned hotel has an outdoor infinity pool, luxurious spa and views over Saundersfoot harbour, beach and coastline.
Bedrooms are individually styled in a light, airy coastal theme. Each has a big bed, powerful shower and lavish bathroom with bathrobe. The rooms with a sea view also boast a balcony which is the perfect location for guests to sit and unwind in the evenings, watching the boats drift in and out of the harbour below.
The AA rosette Cliff Restaurant is at the heart of the St Brides. Versatile menus and intense flavours are created with fine Pembrokeshire produce. Fresh, locally landed fish is on the menu every day. The contemporary restaurant features floor to ceiling windows allowing guests to enjoy the scenery whilst indulging in fine dining.
The hotel’s cliff-edge Marine Spa includes a thermal suite with a salt infusion room, aroma steam room, herbal rock sauna, sensation shower, ice fountain and a hydrotherapy pool. The Hydrotherapy Pool is heated to 34 degrees and has stunning sea views. Residents of the hotel receive a complimentary 90 minute bookable session in the spa facilities and have full access to the hotel’s fitness suite.
Located in Hensol, 20 km from Cardiff University, Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a garden, free… See more
Located in Hensol, 20 km from Cardiff University, Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 21 km from Cardiff Castle, the hotel with free WiFi is also 21 km away from Principality Stadium. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna and a 24-hour front desk.
At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa offers a sun terrace.
St David's Hall is 22 km from the accommodation, while Motorpoint Arena Cardiff is 23 km away. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 22 km from Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa.
Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa is located on the hills of the Berwyn Mountains, overlooking Lake Efyrnwy. The rooms at Lake… See more
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.
This exquisitely designed 1920s house is cosy, decadent and indulgent and has stunning views across the Bristol Channel… See more
This exquisitely designed 1920s house is cosy, decadent and indulgent and has stunning views across the Bristol Channel to the islands of Flatholm, Steepholm and beyond.
South of Cardiff, the beautiful Holm House is located on Penarth’s Marine Parade and features the best of modern and classic Welsh, British and European design.
It can be described as quirky, bohemian and sumptuous. Bedrooms are equipped with Sky TV and free Wi-Fi.
The holistic spa has a relaxation room with sea views, a small gym and a large hydrotherapy pool with swim jet.
The property's restaurant serves local cuisine.
Tre-Ysgawen Hall & Spa has a swimming pool and award-winning restaurant and is a short drive inland from the east coast… See more
Tre-Ysgawen Hall & Spa has a swimming pool and award-winning restaurant and is a short drive inland from the east coast of the island.
The facilities of Tre-Ysgawen Hall & Spa include a 16-metre pool, air-conditioned gym, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and beauty/therapy suite.
Tre-Ysgawen Hall is set in gardens, meadow and woodland. Some sites are worth-visiting such as Beaumaris and Beaumaris Castle, Plas Newydd, Anglesey Sea Zoo, the RSPB reserve at South Stack Cliffs and Anglesey Coastal Path.
Situated 1.9 km from Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, The Coal Exchange Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Cardiff and has a… See more
Situated 1.9 km from Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, The Coal Exchange Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Cardiff and has a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.1 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus.
At the hotel, the rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hairdryer.
The Coal Exchange Hotel offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast.
Cardiff University is 3.4 km from the accommodation, while Cardiff Castle is 4.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 22 km from The Coal Exchange Hotel.
Located in Glasbury, 45 km from Elan Valley, Foyles of Glasbury provides accommodation with a garden, free private… See more
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 offers room service and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar.
At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast is available daily at the property.
Guests at Foyles of Glasbury will be able to enjoy activities in and around Glasbury, like hiking and cycling.
Clifford Castle is 12 km from the accommodation, while Brecon Cathedral is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 104 km from Foyles of Glasbury.
Situated in Whitland, 23 km from Oakwood Theme Park, Jabajak Vineyard Restaurant & Rooms features accommodation with a… See more
Situated in Whitland, 23 km from Oakwood Theme Park, Jabajak Vineyard Restaurant & Rooms features 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 non-smoking and is set 23 km from Folly Farm.
The daily breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options.
Narberth Castle is 17 km from the hotel, while Newcastle Emlyn Castle is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 124 km from Jabajak Vineyard Restaurant & Rooms.