Set amongst the Cambrian Mountains, The George Borrow Hotel offers cooked breakfasts and wonderful views. With free parking and friendly staff, the hotel is just 15 minutes’ drive from Aberystwyth. The individually designed rooms at George Borrow have private bathrooms and tea and coffee facilities. Rooms also have a TV, radio and Wi-Fi access, and many have views across the Rheidol Gorge. The 17th-century inn has a traditional restaurant, serving homemade meals and full English breakfasts. There are 2 guest lounges, offering beverages and snacks by the cosy log fires. There is also a leafy garden where cream teas can be served. Just a mile from the popular mountain bike trails of Nant-yr-Arian, George Borrow Hotel is surrounded by beautiful mountains, with plenty of walking tracks and fishing rivers nearby. Cardigan Bay is a 20-minute drive, and the sandy beaches of Aberystwyth are 15 minutes away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.2
High score for Ponterwyd
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Don't go here for a luxury stay. Go for a very enjoyable experience and being so well looked after by Karen and the staff. Its a lovely location if you are walking riding etc.
  • Abdurrahman
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location for our travels. Beautiful garden and scenery. Had fun playing pool. Friendly staff that were more than helpful. Lovely breakfast and fair prices for food and drinks. Will defo be going back.
  • Leonard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were so friendly a family run little hotel,the food and the viwe is spot on.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Facilities of The George Borrow Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Activities
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Sun umbrellas
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The George Borrow Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:30 to 21:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Cash The George Borrow Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about The George Borrow Hotel

    • Yes, The George Borrow Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at The George Borrow Hotel is from 16:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at The George Borrow Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Single
      • Triple

    • The prices at The George Borrow Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Guests staying at The George Borrow Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish

    • The George Borrow Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The George Borrow Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Water sport facilities on site

    • The George Borrow Hotel is 550 yards from the centre of Ponterwyd. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.