Wales Country Inns and Pubs With Rooms

recommended inns and other pub accommodation in great rural locations


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The Hand

Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog

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character inn with bags of original charm - old beams, roaring fires, real ales and hearty food - and comfy, cosy rooms and pamper treatments

The Groes Inn

Tyn y Groes

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400 year old inn, low beams, fireplace, set in glorious countryside with views over the Conwy Valley, luxury rooms in a more modern annexe

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the welcoming rooms at this grand, former coaching inn come with mountain views, many of its character features have been retainded

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after a bust day exploring Snowdonia you can relax with a drink in front of the wood burning stove at this 18th century former coaching inn

The Gladstone

Dwygyfylchi

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enjoys sea views to the front and mountain views to the rear, there is easy access to the A55 and real ales and locally-sourced food

Tyn-y-Coed Inn

Capel Curig

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a family-owned inn, beautifully located, with fine views and a natural river pool in the grounds, has comfortable rooms and excellent facilities

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described as "a little gem" by previous guests, the welcoming guesthouse offers well appointed, chic accommodation

West Arms Hotel

Llanarmon Dyffryn-Ceiriog

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the picturesque, 16th century country inn boasts many original features and offers a peaceful haven in the foothills of the Berwyn Mountain

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in a pretty village with a fine view of a medieval castle across the river, this inn has two cottages with charming country-style rooms

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quietly located on the fringes of Bridgend with views across the Vale of Glamorgan and offers guest rooms that combine comfort and style

Ship Inn

Tresaith

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just metres from the sandy beach, this friendly and welcoming, seaside inn boasts glorious views and is ideally placed for exploring the coast

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well located for touring the surrounding area, the traditional accommodation offers spacious, comfortable rooms

Y Giler Arms

Rhydlydan

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a friendly inn in a village near Betws-y-Coed makes a homely base for a Snowdonia holiday, with modern rooms, hearty food and a games room

Lion Hotel

Llanbister

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country pub set in a small hamlet offering cosy, traditional rooms, some with scenic views, a dining room - serving home made food - and bar

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a traditional country inn, on the A40 near Crickhowell, offers fine food and tastefully refurbished rooms enjoying wonderful mountain views

The Red Lion Inn

Llanfihangel-Nant-Melan

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this characterful pubs sits on the A44 amidst beautiful scenery, it is an ideal place for a Mid Wales en route stopover or a base to go exploring

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cosy, country inn nestled into the hillside overlooking the River Dee Valley 4 miles from Lake Bala promoting a fair trade and green ethos