The Ivy Bush Royal commands a spectacular position at the gateway to West Wales. Welcomes business and leisure travellers to this beautiful part of the country in considerable style and comfort.
Originally built in 1840, Spilman Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking, right in the heart of the market town of Carmarthen.
Katharine
United Kingdom
Easy to reach on foot from the train station. Back entrance straight onto a shopping area and also near the archives.
Very cosy and friendly
Also … the choice of teapots. Pure genius
In the heart of Carmarthen, this family-run hotel offers home-cooked Welsh food and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. Falcon Hotel is a 20-minute drive from the edge of the beautiful Brecon Beacons.
Featuring free WiFi, Pods at Broadway offers accommodation in Carmarthen. Carmarthen Castle is 16 km from the property. The accommodation features a flat-screen TV.
Prasanna
United Kingdom
Did not have any breakfast on site. I am sure it would be good but didn't feel like waking up early to eat breakfast on site. Plus we brought everything we need to eat in the Pod.
Located in Carmarthen and only 16 km from Carmarthen Castle, Neuadd Wen Guest House provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Pantyrathro International Hostel is situated in 6 miles from the centre of Carmarthen and Carmarthen Castle and boasts a shared lounge. Offering a restaurant, the property also features a bar.
Set in a 16th-century farmhouse, Ty Mawr Country Hotel boasts cosy log fires, original features and scenic views. On the edge of Brecha Forest, the hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi.
Graham
United Kingdom
We were looking for something quiet and special and we found it in abundance. The staff were welcoming and friendly, the hotel was well looked after and the food was inspirational. Really can't fault it!
On average, 3-star hotels in Carmarthen cost £76 per night, and 4-star hotels in Carmarthen are £92 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Carmarthen can on average be found for £172 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Carmarthen this weekend is £112 or, for a 4-star hotel, £195. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Carmarthen for this weekend cost on average around £152 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Domestic travellers can reach Carmarthen by train (3 hours from London) or car (4 hours from London). International travellers can fly into Cardiff Airport (90km away) and take a train or bus. No direct water transport services are available.
Cardiff Airport is the most convenient for both domestic and international travellers due to its proximity and direct transport links to Carmarthen. It's approximately 110 kilometres away.
Carmarthen, UK, offers various public transport options. The town has a railway station with regular services to Swansea and Cardiff. Local buses connect Carmarthen with surrounding towns and villages. Taxis are also readily available. For short distances, walking or cycling is feasible, with numerous cycle paths and pedestrian-friendly routes.
The best area to stay in Carmarthen, UK, is the town centre. It's popular for its historic charm, proximity to Carmarthen Castle, and easy access to shops, restaurants, and public transport. It's convenient and offers a variety of accommodation options.
What guests said about Carmarthen:
4.0
Scored 4.0
We saw the town on a Sunday. Vey quiet.
We saw the town on a Sunday. Vey quiet. However, there is more to the town than first glance (just), but too much retail - so much unoccupied. Given history, very little historic class on view. The hey day has gone, what now? Perfect accommodation, very close to town.
Nigel
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Listed building details of historic buildings in Lammas...
Listed building details of historic buildings in Lammas place and the castle .
Superb church of st peters.
Antique centre had lots of interest.
Roman site is good.
Laugharne worth a lengthy visit as is kidwelly castle . Film set of robin hood
jeremy
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
We were just there to attend interview at university and...
We were just there to attend interview at university and move on to another one. Very short stay. If you are attending university be sure to pay for parking! This wasn’t clearly displayed and I ended up with a fine
Sharon
United Kingdom
6.0
Scored 6.0
There are some really interesting shops and businesses in...
There are some really interesting shops and businesses in the town centre. Sadly, in common with many towns, there are too many empty/closed shops and rundown buildings. That said Carmarthen's location is ideal for visiting the NBGW
Allthecs
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Carmarthen was a nice town to walk around for a day but I...
Carmarthen was a nice town to walk around for a day but I wouldn’t want to stay longer than a long weekend. The castle was locked with no reason or explanation when the internet states it’s open ? Many tourists were also under the same impression as us and miss informed by Google.
Leanne
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
For a bank holiday and festival weekend, there seemed to be...
For a bank holiday and festival weekend, there seemed to be very little going on. Difficult to find a restaurant meal, so had to get takeaway. From that point of view, we probably didn't see the town at its best.
Enjoyed a trip on the steam railway, and few minutes drive from the town, and know from previous visits to the area that the surrounding countryside is lovely,as is the river.
The hotel was spotlessly clean. The little touches they added made a big difference. A quality hotel, with quality staff and an exceptionally relaxing stay. Would definitely recommend and will hopefully stay again. Please read the hotels warning about the car park entrance. It is tight to enter but with care not a problem. A very secure car park too with gates that lock at night.
My friends and I really like the apartment, it’s clean, very spacious, and very comfortable. Away from noisy and busy city. We got everything that we needed, supermarket is just 12 mins away and there’s a pub in front of the apartment. We enjoyed our stay and great location to explore the south wales..Would love to stay in this place again, and I greatly recommend this place.
Spotlessly clean comfortable house in very quiet area 7 mins drive to town centre. Great location for exploring South Wales. Weather was fab so we really enjoyed eating out in garden Would recommend trip to the Gower and Kidwelli castle..all easily accessed from house. Great Indian takeout nearby which delivers 😀
The room was larger and very comfortable. The walk-in shower was wonderful…hot and great water preasure. The air conditioning as an added bonus as I didn’t realise the hotel had it. The breakfasts were always lovely, hot and well stocked. The area was very easy to walk into the town centre and very safe.
Wish we would have found this place years ago, we come down to south wales once or twice a year. Bringing our dog means we are limited to were we can stay, but the potting shed is just what we needed. The potting shed was like a TARDIS, the pictures don't do it justice.
The hotel/pub is very basic , cheap furniture in the room , very small telly etc etc . It was clean and staff were good , the breakfast was very good . You pay for what you get ! £63 inc of breakfast is cheap in todays market especially in a town like Carmarthen .
Excellent hotel, great staff and location in Carmarthen. Very good value for money and so much better than the usual hotel chains.
I've booked again for the end of October and looking forward to it again, Carmarthen is a lovely town to visit.
Thanks
Very friendly and helpful staff.
We booked a room for 6 but ended up receiving a room for 8
Due to a leakage from heavy rain.
We only came to stay for the night to go to Skandavel early morning Pooja, so couldn't say much else about the area .
Beautiful location, easy access by road, near the town & the beach.
Tidy, well furnished chalet with everything you need.
Plenty of things to do in the area (30min. drive radius).
Good communication with host.
Good value for money
I really liked the personal, they were so great, had a good laugh with them during the evening , they were amazing 🤩
Room was exactly as described, clean and very comfortable beds.
Hotel is literally in town centre :)
Our stay at the New Park Hotel was lovely , the hotel was beautiful and the staff were just a message away if we needed anything! Will definitely book to stay here again. Thank you very much.
We always have a good time when we visit Kaowood Country Park which is why we have booked again for next year. We also like Wales and use Kaowood as a base to visit local towns and villages
Absolutely everything , anybody thinking of taking a break with the clean fresh air in Wales just go ahead and book as soon as you can . The host couldn't make you more welcome
Fantastic facilities. This lady gives you more quality than the best hotels. So much variety for breakfast and evening drinks. Great value and lovely place.
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