Castle Square, Brecon, LD3 9DB, United Kingdom
#6 of 6 hotels in Brecon
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2073 hotel reviews
7.3Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.7
Location
9.2
Facilities
7.3
Staff
8.7
Value for money
7.5
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 29 April 2024
Richard
United KingdomOur room had a few issues with the shower but the stuff were keen and quick to try and resolve
Location is excellent, staff were very helpful and the food was great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Lynda
United KingdomVery central
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Lewis
United KingdomSome locations within the hotel needs some upgrading, there are areas where extreme damp is highly visible. The entrance into the hotel has some very bad cracked tiles which in my opinion is quite dangerous. The hotel could be really lovely with a bit of cash injection into it's appearance. With breakfast a pot of tea instead of a pump tea container would be better.
The location was good and could park the car from when we arrived at 12.00. Staff very friendly and helpful. The superior room was nice and clean. Breakfast was good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Grahame
United KingdomNothing
The food was excellent and the staff were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Graham
United Kingdombar
location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Neil
United KingdomWhat really lets the hotel down is the condition of the exterior. Scuffed paintwork, some rotton timber in door and window frames, discoloured render on the walls, a large rubbish skip in a prominent position, overgrown garden areas and last autumn's leaves still on the ground in mid-April. It makes the hotel look tired and uncared-for; which, considering the good condition of the interior, the helpfulness of the staff and the good food, is a real shame.
The staff were most helpful and pleasant. The room was reasonable, though there was no view and if I'd had to spend much time in it, it would have been rather depressing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Jackson
United KingdomThe place is tired, and the expected upgrade has been postponed. The same notice is in the rooms that were in them when I was last there 8 months ago.
I love the spectacular views of the Bannau Brycheiniog.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Reuben
United KingdomI found the shower not so good
Great location, service and food. Found the history very interesting
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Peter
United KingdomLooked like there was black mould on the wall and the room we were in was in the attic, so you couldn’t stand up while having a shower etc.
Good location, friendly staff, great breakfast!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Nicola
United KingdomThere was a sound that was constantly on in the room...didnt know where it was coming from it sounded like the heating system..but not sure..so it kept us awake most of the night
The room was clean and tidy i loved the spiralled staircase...put character 2 the room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Taylor
United KingdomThere was anything we didn't like. However, think the hotel could do with a make over .... a little bit of tlc.... believe a revamp is coming soon .
Loved the location.... food was excellent. ..... staff very attentive and professional.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Alexandra
United KingdomThe bedroom was very tired and worn and the shower was just a trickle. Could do with redecorating and new furniture.
The staff were excellent, as was the food.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomIt was all a little dated and in need of a revamp.
Staff were welcoming and it was a good location for the event we were holding.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Deano
United KingdomWe had a very comfortable stay but there is no doubt the whole hotel needs updating as its decor and looks have become worn and dated.
Rooms are very dated and in need of some TLC. Breakfast was great and the staff very friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Nick
United KingdomJust about enough parking some of the spaces were a bit narrow
Excellent hotel, rooms with period furniture and high ceilings, views of the castle and quiet overnight with sounds of the river and weir in the background. Good breakfast and restaurant. Didn't use the outdoor garden terrace overlooking the town and river (too early in year) but it looked good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Simon
United KingdomTouch of paint. Dated bed.
Breakfast was adequate. On our previous visit, there was a lot more choice at breakfast. Fresh fruit and buffet choice (we were made aware of a kitchen upgrade). We enjoy the quirky layout and sloping floors (due to the age of construction). Fantastic location and vistas. Helpful and polite staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomGoing outside to get to breakfast
Great family room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Bridie
United KingdomWindows needed fixing! Really sad to hear they don’t do weddings now
Great location, quirky and interesting building, good parking, good food, friendly helpful staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Haydn
United KingdomThe cooked breakfast was small - 1 rasher of bacon and 1 solitary mushroom!
Comfortable room with good facilities.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Margaret
United KingdomBreakfast overcooked or had been kept warm for a long time.. Disappoitedthat no continental choice Despite telling them, before I arrived,(over a week before) that our dog had died, the receptionist asked where the dog was. Even then when we left we were charged for the dog and I had to go back in. Still waiting for the money to get to my account. Our room had no carpet or mats even, which might have been because they thought we had a dog with us but it was so cold when going to the bathroom when once in bed. Was surprised that there was no information in the room.
Nice enough location and staff pleasant enough. Bed comfortable and room warm.except for the floor- see below. Glad to see a Bible in the room.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Julia
United KingdomSome areas of the hotel were shabby and the entrance and first impressions were initially that good.
Fab location. Comfortable room. Very good breakfast.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Stephane
FranceSomewhat run down place
Conveniently located for our trip
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Rose
United KingdomHeating in room was 2 blow heaters. Draughty windows so chilly. No heat in the bathroom and towel rail not working . Curtains ripped .
Good location. Comfy beds. Good breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Richard
United KingdomRoom was small low beams
It’s good value very friendly staff
Stayed in February 2024
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