It’s not just beautiful views and nice linen that makes a good hotel, it’s the story behind it and the character as well. So with that in mind, here are five historic hotels you have to visit in Wales from the Good Hotel Guide…
Five historic hotels to visit in Wales
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Crickhowell
‘Wonderfully located’ above the River Usk, this Victorian former vicar’s house has a ‘timeless quality’.
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Llandudno
‘Without exception the house and its antique contents are fabulous; it’s an absolute gem,’ wrote a long-term Guide reader after visiting the National Trust hotel overlooking Snowdonia.
Castle Cottage
Harlech
On ‘one of the steepest, narrowest streets’ in a ‘town of sudden vistas’, just above the castle, this restaurant-with-rooms has been run by chef/patron Glyn Roberts and his wife, Jacqueline, since 1989.
Llangoed Hall
Brecon
A romantic Jacobean mansion, first opened as a hotel in 1990 by the late Sir Bernard Ashley, remains home to his ‘fabulous collection of paintings, sculptures and antiques’.
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Gliffaes - 'Explore Wales' Summer Special Offer
Crickhowell
‘Wonderfully located’ above the River Usk, this Victorian former vicar’s house has a ‘timeless quality’.
Bodysgallen Hall and Spa - Two-night 'Escape to the Country' Special Offer
Llandudno
‘Without exception the house and its antique contents are fabulous; it’s an absolute gem,’ wrote a long-term Guide reader after visiting the National Trust hotel overlooking Snowdonia.
Castle Cottage
Harlech
On ‘one of the steepest, narrowest streets’ in a ‘town of sudden vistas’, just above the castle, this restaurant-with-rooms has been run by chef/patron Glyn Roberts and his wife, Jacqueline, since 1989.
Llangoed Hall
Brecon
A romantic Jacobean mansion, first opened as a hotel in 1990 by the late Sir Bernard Ashley, remains home to his ‘fabulous collection of paintings, sculptures and antiques’.
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