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A stone building with a sign reading "SWAN HOTEL" and a bench in the foreground.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A table set for dining with multiple wine glasses, plates, and cutlery.

A view from a window of a street with houses, a road, and greenery.

1. The Swan at Hay Hotel

0.5 mi from Hay Festival

Helen

£120

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a coffee maker, a kettle, and vintage posters on the wall.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a countertop.

A bedroom with a wardrobe, a mirror, a chair, and a bed with towels.

2. Pentwyn Barn

1.6 mi from Hay Festival

£438

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An entrance to a building with a view of a hot air balloon in the background.

A room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bar with a counter displaying various bottles and a sign about tobacco sales.

A group of people seated around a table in a restaurant with a chalkboard menu listing specials.

3. The Harp Inn

2.8 mi from Hay Festival

Chris

£77

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A stone building with a wooden bench and a gate.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a comfortable sofa.

A room with a sloped ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a bed, a table, chairs, and a fireplace.

A traditional stone building with ivy-covered walls, multiple chimneys, and a stone wall entrance.

4. Three Cocks Hotel

3.8 mi from Hay Festival

Laura

£131

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

The Griffin Inn entrance with a black and white facade, a welcoming archway, and a framed picture above the door.

A backyard with a stone patio, a grassy lawn, and a white building with a sloped roof.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A cozy restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a checkered floor.

5. The Griffin Inn

5.9 mi from Hay Festival

Mike

£86

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall and palm trees.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a staircase, and a glass railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

A multi-level gym with a staircase, exercise equipment, and a wooden floor.

6. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

10.4 mi from Hay Festival

Katie

£135

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with wooden flooring, green tablecloths, and wooden chairs.

A cozy room with red walls, floral-patterned armchairs, a wooden partition, and a television mounted on the wall.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a radiator, a desk, and a window.

A white building with a sign reading "Castle Hotel."

7. The Castle Hotel

6.3 mi from Hay Festival

Andrew

£78

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A stone building with a black door, a small patio with a table and a bench, and various potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a window, and a shelf with decorative items.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a sink, and a dining area with a wooden table set for two.

A cozy kitchen with a dining table set for four, surrounded by wicker chairs. A clock and a window with a view of greenery are visible.

8. 7 Bell Street

6.4 mi from Hay Festival

Keith

£346

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious living room with wooden beams, a white sofa, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A brick building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs, potted plants, and a bench.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a wooden ceiling beam.

A bed with a striped blue and white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

9. Granary 2

12.1 mi from Hay Festival

£456

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A single-story building with a wooden deck, a red door, and a window.

A living room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a lamp, and a view of a garden through a large window.

A room with two beds, each with a headboard and footboard, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A modern living room with a round dining table, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a television.

10. Country Cottage

4.7 mi from Hay Festival

Rosalind

£502

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with fruit, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a white door, and a vase of yellow roses on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.

11. Granary 1

12.1 mi from Hay Festival

"Lovely maisonette. Bedroom, living room/kitchen, bathroom, very very nice. Nice to have DVD player too with a small selection of DVDs. Really nice touch the bowl of fruit, half-pint of milk, bit of coffee (no tea), biscuits and crisps. I gave it a 4 star overall, would have given 4.5 star if I could, would easily have been 5 star if: 1) Fix the potholes on the small road from Madley Plants (understand this is probably someone elses responsibility). 2) Shower doesn't stay in its elevated holder...

David

£441

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A two-story brick house with a balcony, a wooden deck, and a fenced backyard.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel oven, a microwave, and a kettle.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a small wooden table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a black tiled floor.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a purple rug, and a wooden coffee table.

12. Penylodge

12.4 mi from Hay Festival

Idris

£400

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A cozy room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, a white bench with cushions, a standing lamp, and a window with curtains.

A stone house with a grey door, two windows on the upper floor, and a small front porch.

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, a mirror, wall sconces, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a television, and a sofa with cushions.

13. The Old Shop

4.4 mi from Hay Festival

"Well maintained and characteristic property with exposed beams and period features combined with modern decor and facilities. The only thing to be aware of is there is no shower in either bathroom (likely due to low ceilings), although both have a mixer tap with a showerhead so you can sit / kneel and shower this way. Whilst its proximity to the road is close, it was not a busy road, so passing traffic was not an issue during our stay. There was a pub within 1min walk of the property that also...

Dave

£477

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden island, and a clock on the wall.

A two-story stone farmhouse with a wooden barn, a gravel driveway, and a wooden gate.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

A two-story stone house with a pitched roof, a chimney, and a small attached garage.

14. Rose Cottage

5.7 mi from Hay Festival

£551

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a washing machine, a sink, and a bench.

A cozy living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A hallway with a wooden door leading to a staircase, a map on the wall, and a tiled floor.

A wooden staircase leading to a bedroom with a bed and a nightstand.

15. Buzzards Breg

7.9 mi from Hay Festival

£377

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A stone building with two white doors, a bench, and a small porch area.

A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a plaid armchair, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a plaid chair, a bookshelf, and a staircase.

16. Railway Station Cottage

11.7 mi from Hay Festival

£378

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

Hoarders Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely cottage and wonderful hosts, very friendly and helpful. Ideally site near the centre of Hay and a great base for local walks."

A stylish family house close to the centre of Hay-on-Wye

8/10 Good

"Great location, parking was great addition. I think that the house is a work in progress- upstairs and front rooms appeared to have been renovated ( although couldn’t turn on hot tap on bathroom sink and main lights in bedroom didn’t light - we were ok using the side lights)Kitchen and lean to in need of updating, and garden needs attention. However I would return as it was clean, comfortable and in great location"

Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed staying on Chancery Lane. The location was perfect to explore the town without using the car. Sue was a very gracious host. All of our needs were met and then some."

The Swan at Hay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The most helpful staff and lovely location"

Romantic quirky cottage in Hay On Wye

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely little terraced cottage very close to the centre of Hay. The hosts communication was perfect and we would thoroughly recommend this property for a romantic getaway."

4 bedroom accommodation in Hay-on-Wye

10/10 Excellent

"The Courthouse was perfect for what we required - easy to walk to the centre of Hay on Wye and all its bookshops and other unique shops, cafe's, pubs and restaurants. Having a bedroom and bathroom on the level access ground floor was ideal for our party (one could not manage stairs) The house was lovely and warm and cosy to come back too after some hours of book searching! Everything was as described and access via key lock worked well. We enjoyed our welcome pack to include fresh milk and a bottle of wine. The TV Firestick took a little working out, but we did in the end find the channels we wanted - perhaps a basic note with instructions? We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and will definately be back."

Other attractions near Hay Festival

The Warren

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at The Warren, a lovely green space in Hay on Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the bars.

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Hay Castle

8.6/10 (29 reviews)

A trip to Hay Castle takes you on a journey of discovery through the ages. This castle, which is part Norman, part Jacobean and part Victorian, has stood for more than 1,000 years and has been a medieval stronghold, occupied by invaders, a patriots’ citadel, a manor house and even a famous bookshop.

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Clyro Castle

Clyro Castle is just one of the places to see in Clyro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Hay Cheese Market

You can do some window-shopping at Hay Cheese Market during your trip to Hay on Wye. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Hey Butter Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Hey Butter Market during your visit to Hay on Wye. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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The Old House

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Hay on Wye with a stop at The Old House. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area or simply enjoy its bars.

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The Lion Street Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Lion Street Gallery during your travels in Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Richard Booth's Bookshop

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Richard Booth's Bookshop during your visit to Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hay Festival?

Hay Festival is located in Hay on Wye. Travellers like this welcoming area for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 30 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Hay Festival?

The Swan at Hay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hay Festival.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Hay Festival?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Hay Festival.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hay Festival, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Hay Festival.

What can I see and do near Hay Festival?

Learn about local history at The Old House and Whitney Bridge. Surround yourself with nature at The Warren, Sgwd-yr-Eira and The Tumpa. Planing to do some shopping while in the area? Consider Hay Cheese Market, Hey Butter Market and Richard Booth's Bookshop.

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Our top choices for Hay Festival hotels

1. The Swan at Hay Hotel

2. Pentwyn Barn

3. The Harp Inn

4. Three Cocks Hotel

5. The Griffin Inn

6. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

7. The Castle Hotel

8. 7 Bell Street

9. Granary 2

10. Country Cottage

11. Granary 1

12. Penylodge

13. The Old Shop

14. Rose Cottage

15. Buzzards Breg

16. Railway Station Cottage

Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

Hoarders Cottage

A stylish family house close to the centre of Hay-on-Wye

Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi

The Swan at Hay Hotel

Romantic quirky cottage in Hay On Wye

4 bedroom accommodation in Hay-on-Wye

Other attractions near Hay Festival

The Warren

Hay Castle

Clyro Castle

Hay Cheese Market

Hey Butter Market

The Old House

The Lion Street Gallery

Richard Booth's Bookshop

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