Title: The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Carmarthen Castle ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/e850ef34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/a6d928aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/w7109h4716x0y8-f70708c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/97566ff5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/5021bcb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Carmarthen Castle, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality offers a tranquil retreat with a free daily manager's reception and a relaxing sauna. Unwind on the garden or enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities, 24-hour front desk, coffee shop/cafe and self parking. Previous guests praise the helpful staff for making their stay truly special. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - - - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Bar - Housekeeping £89 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 19 - Oct 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=11900800&PinnedHotelID=11900800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 12 of 12 rooms ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/9637a50f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed 7.8 Good 19 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/1330714a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed | 5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/b59b72ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/w7109h4716x0y8-f70708c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds | 5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/be76bacd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/8c38e5fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/c26af71c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom 7.8 Good 9 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 344 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Large Single Bed ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/w7109h4716x0y8-f70708c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom Bidet Digital channels Desk - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/f00702f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Bidet Hairdryer Digital channels Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/f00702f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Bidet Hairdryer Digital channels Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Garden Suite | 5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/e9d90a2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden Suite ### Highlights Garden Balcony or patio Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Hairdryer Private bathroom - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![IVY Suite | 5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900800/11900800/1cfc9fe9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### IVY Suite ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV 5 bedrooms Bidet Hairdryer Digital channels Daily housekeeping Living room - 484 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCarmarthen-Hotels-The-Ivy-Bush-Royal-Hotel-By-Compass-Hospitality.h11900800.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCarmarthen-Hotels-The-Ivy-Bush-Royal-Hotel-By-Compass-Hospitality.h11900800.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Carmarthen is home to The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality. Carmarthenshire County Museum and Kidwelly Industrial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Carmarthen Castle and Llansteffan Castle. Don't miss out on a visit to National Botanic Garden of Wales. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Carmarthen travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carmarthen.dx5617) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.85662%2C-4.30346&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZkGFFChclcjmVMyp5GAfixhEiC4=) 11 Spilman Street, Carmarthen, Wales, SA31 1LG ### What's nearby - Carmarthen Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Carmarthen Heritage Centre - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Carmarthenshire County Museum - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles - National Botanic Garden of Wales - 13 min drive - 11.1 miles - Skanda Vale - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles ### Getting around - Carmarthen Station - 6 min walk - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 90 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Yr Hen Dderwen (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk - ‪Blasus Delicatessen Ltd - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Gremlin Club - ‬5 min walk - ‪CWRW - ‬2 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Hotel near Carmarthen Castle Located close to King Street Gallery and Carmarthenshire County Museum, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a lift - Luggage storage, a banquet hall and 5 meeting rooms - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 70 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. 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GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6.25 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Free daily manager's reception ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - 5 meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service ### More - Desk - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 20 Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 25 ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per week Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 for adults and from GBP 6.25 for children - Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per week - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales. ### Property is also known as Spilman Hotel Carmarthen Spilman Hotel Spilman Carmarthen Spilman Hotel Wales/Carmarthen Ivy Bush Royal Hotel CARMARTHEN Ivy Bush Royal Hotel Ivy Bush Royal CARMARTHEN Ivy Bush Royal Ivy Bush Royal Hotel Compass Hospitality Carmarthen Ivy Bush Royal Hotel Compass Hospitality Ivy Bush Royal Compass Hospitality Carmarthen Ivy Bush Royal Compass Hospitality Ivy Bush Royal Compass Hospit The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Hotel The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Carmarthen The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Hotel Carmarthen ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality pet-friendly? > Yes, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality? > As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality on 19 Oct 2025 start from £89.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carmarthen-Hotels-The-Ivy-Bush-Royal-Hotel-By-Compass-Hospitality.h11900800.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability). ### Where is The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality located? > Situated in Carmarthen, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Carmarthen Castle and King Street Gallery. Carmarthenshire County Museum and Llansteffan Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km). Carmarthen Station is 6 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 165 8 - Good 138 6 - Okay 71 4 - Poor 25 2 - Terrible 20 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 7.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel to stay, breakfast and evening meal was good would stay again . ##### Susan Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Val 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Attentive staff ##### Val Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jodi 4 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities All we needed for a quick trip. Breakfast had many options. ##### Jodi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### GURJIT 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities staff are brillant and friendly, very good room ##### GURJIT Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice big room. Well decorated & maintained. Newly refurbished bathroom. Down side, lumpy uncomfortable pillows! ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Stewart 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel and great breakfast! ##### Stewart Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities As an older property and with all the difficulties to maintain such a property I feel it has been taken care of very well , it's charming and welcoming, clean a comfortable and the food is great. We loved our 3 nights and hope to return in the future. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4bc12cea-0d4e-45df-beb4-cc20b963db79-1755386111769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mary Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kumudika Ridmani 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness I really like the staff and the hospitality. Room was really good and clean as well. ##### Kumudika Ridmani Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 10/10... great service, room well equipped food at reasonable prices staff helpful and friendly cant fault it... will stay again ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very comfortable stay in a building that has seen better days. Not all the lighting worked in the room. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Karuna 5 Oct 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Room Average ##### Karuna Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bikki 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Location ##### Bikki Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort I always choose this hotel if I am working in South West Wales as its the best in the area. ##### Christopher Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### gerald 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Conveniernt easy walk to town centre ##### gerald Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Avril 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Had a pleasant stay, staff friendly and polite. Lovely breakfast and food. Disappointed with the corridor to our room, they hadn't laid down the carpet , it looked awful and cold. Disappointed with the shower also, the water wasnt hot, cold at times, not what you expect from a hotel. ##### Avril Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pavnil 22 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good place to stay ##### Pavnil Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Amenities Great hotel will definitely stay here again ##### Tim Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gareth 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Average hotel in a poor town. Staff friendly and renovated rooms seemed nice, others were ok. Breakfast ok. Nothing really wrong with the hotel, it was just average. ##### Gareth Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephen 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities Great ##### stephen Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Colin 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very convenient location in the town Very convenient location in town with on site parking. Room was clean and a decent size. The only issue was noise from the road just outside the window and a party in the function room, but overall not too bad. Breakfast was good. ##### Colin Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Graham 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very friendly and helpful bilingual staff ##### Graham Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very friendly hotel with excellent service and very clean. Will definitely be staying there again ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I've stayed here before and it has never let me down and it didn't this time. ##### Thomas Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mrugeshkumar 11 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities NA ##### Mrugeshkumar Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 13 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good hotel for price ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Four Oaks Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Four-Oaks-Hotel.h41517481.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marine Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-The-Marine-Hotel.h57916982.Hotel-Information) > > [Waterloo Hotel Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Betws-Y-Coed-Hotels-Waterloo-Hotel-Lodge.h865766.Hotel-Information) > > [The Imperial Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenby-Hotels-The-Imperial-Hotel.h13326626.Hotel-Information) > > [The Castle Hotel, Conwy, North Wales](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Conwy-Hotels-The-Castle-Hotel.h1272716.Hotel-Information) > > [Celtic Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caernarfon-Hotels-Celtic-Royal-Hotel.h4519752.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llangollen-Hotels-Wild-Pheasant-Hotel-Spa.h24949.Hotel-Information) > > [The Management Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bangor-Hotels-The-Management-Centre.h2822374.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bulkeley Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Beaumaris-Hotels-The-Bulkeley-Hotel.h699845.Hotel-Information) > > [Tŷ Milford Waterfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milford-Haven-Hotels-Ty-Hotel-Milford-Waterfront.h72052558.Hotel-Information) > > [Belmont Llandudno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Belmont-Llandudno.h17573519.Hotel-Information) > > [Evans Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Evans-Hotel.h19387795.Hotel-Information) > > [The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Bay-County-Hotel.h57956289.Hotel-Information) > > [The Empire Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-The-Empire-Hotel-Spa.h799754.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Oak Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Betws-Y-Coed-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Hotel.h3594591.Hotel-Information) > > [Gwesty'r Marine Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberystwyth-Hotels-Gwestyr-Marine-Hotel-Spa.h21064320.Hotel-Information) > > [Imperial Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Imperial-Hotel.h5062.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Llandudno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Llandudno.h1201479.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hand Hotel Llangollen by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llangollen-Hotels-The-Hand-Hotel.h20417837.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Crickhowell-Hotels-The-Bear-Hotel.h4581051.Hotel-Information) > > [White Heather Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-White-Heather-Hotel.h34125177.Hotel-Information) > > [St George's Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-St-Georges-Hotel.h62743.Hotel-Information) > > [Heywood Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenby-Hotels-Heywood-Spa-Hotel.h23409034.Hotel-Information) > > [Llandudno Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Regency-Royal-Hotel.h11063174.Hotel-Information) > > [The Diplomat Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llanelli-Hotels-Best-Western-Diplomat-Hotel-And-Spa.h5089.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marlborough Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-The-Marlborough-Hotel.h15463953.Hotel-Information) > > [Pontins Prestatyn Sand Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prestatyn-Hotels-Prestatyn-Sands-Holiday-Park.h4252365.Hotel-Information) > > [Lawton & Lauriston Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Lawton-Lauriston-Court.h91752102.Hotel-Information) > > [The New Alexandra Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-The-New-Alexandra-Hotel.h24121387.Hotel-Information) > > [The Beaches Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prestatyn-Hotels-The-Beaches-Hotel.h1695067.Hotel-Information)