In Crickhowell, in the Brecon Beacons, The Bear dates back to 1432. Expect a welcoming atmosphere, old world charm and good food. Awarded Inn of the Year 2010 by the Good Pub Guide.
Janet
United Kingdom
Fabulous location in the centre of Crickhowell. We used the hotel as an overnight base as we were visiting the Hay Literature Festival which is 30 minute drive away. Lovely, friendly greeting from the lady at reception who advised that we had been upgraded to a courtyard room. The room was spacious, clean and well decorated- very pleased.Good size bathroom well stocked with towels and a few toiletries.
We booked a table for an evening meal ( good job we booked, the restaurant was very busy). Food was excellent and reasonably priced. Breakfast was also very good. Would definitely stay here again.
Crickhowell is a lovely place to visit and an ideal base for exploring Bannau Brycheiniog.
In Crickhowell, the Dragon Inn has views of the mountains and the Brecon Beacons National Park. It offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, a full cooked breakfast and free parking.
Lynnda
United Kingdom
It was well run, the staff were all lovely, food was great.
Located in Llangattock, the Old Rectory Country Hotel is situated in Brecon Beacons National Park, a mile from Crickhowell. The hotel offers free parking and WiFi.
Susan
United Kingdom
Great setting with amazing views both sides. Reception and restaurant staff all very friendly and polite. The bedding was clean and bed comfortable. Breakfast very good, evening meal reasonable.
Get away from it all at this hotel high on the side of the Black Mountains, overlooking the Usk Valley and the surrounding hills
Good food, warm hospitality and excellent facilities await those looki...
Lesley
United Kingdom
Food was excellent quality. The evening meal was enjoyed by all and breakfast was better than most places I have stayed
Situated in Crickhowell, within 24 km of Brecon Cathedral and 30 km of Longtown Castle, The Horseshoe Inn features accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who...
Philip
United Kingdom
Very small room with hardly any surface areas to put things on. Resorted to using the cistern top for toiletries. Shower screen not clean and blind is broken. No spoon for tea and coffees. Mattresses poor quality.
We don’t normally bother writing a review if standards aren’t great. But I think we were unlucky with our room as other guests seem happier according to the reviews.
Situated in Crickhowell in the Powys region, Cosy Crickhowell Cottage features a terrace. This 4-star holiday home offers luggage storage space and bicycle parking.
Jakki Bardsley
United Kingdom
The location is was beautiful next to the river and not far from the town .
Boasting inner courtyard views, MAISON50 is set in Crickhowell, around 35 km from Clifford Castle. The property has mountain and garden views, and is 25 km from Longtown Castle.
Oenzie
United Kingdom
Quirky decor, which I love, super comfortable bed. Well stocked for breaky. Bath was very welcome after a long days’ hike! I didn’t to use the coffee shop as it wasn’t open when I was there but having that on your doorstop plus the bakery, pubs, convenience stores and hiking start points was fantastic.
Set in Crickhowell and only 22 km from Longtown Castle, Post Office Row Apartment and garden offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.
Gary
United Kingdom
Property is situated in a stunning part of Black mountains with great walks from the door and good local eateries/pubs . Simon allowed us an early check in which was very helpful and lots of lovely extras teas/snacks etc and good breakfast choice . Very comfortable bed with good shower and nice private outdoor area to enjoy a drink/nibbles .
Complete with a garden, 1 Bed converted Railway Wagon near Crickhowell is located in Crickhowell, 26 km from Clifford Castle and 33 km from Longtown Castle.
Offering a garden and garden view, 8 Standard Street by The Bear Hotel Crickhowell is set in Crickhowell, 25 km from Longtown Castle and 35 km from Clifford Castle.
Rosemary
United Kingdom
Lovely little property, very nicely decorated and spotlessly clean. Plenty of space. Loads of towels which is always a bonus. The kitchen is well equipped for self catering but there are numerous places to eat out in the town or local area (Red Indigo Indian restaurant highly recommended!) The town car park is right behind the property and is only £4 a day, free after 6 pm. We left our car there on two out of our three day stay, and set out for our walks from the town. The local information centre has books with recommended routes.
Crickhowell itself is very attractive, small but quite busy with a range of cute and quirky shops. We loved Webbs the hardware/kitchenware store, CwCw which sells lovely jewellery and clothes, gifts etc and the independent bookshop which is also great!
Crickhowell is a small village with plenty of places to eat...
Crickhowell is a small village with plenty of places to eat (but be sure to book) and has excellent views.
The Llanwenarth hotel we are reviewing is not in Crickhowell and is on the main road towards Abergavenny.
Geoff
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Great location for hiking.
Great location for hiking. Quaint village town with lovely shops, cafes and pubs. Staff all very friendly. There are many historical tourist attractions but I didn’t get to visit them as I was short on time and mainly went for hiking. Parking is the only challenge.
Oenzie
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Went to school here and was attending a birthday with old...
Went to school here and was attending a birthday with old school friends. Crick has never lost its charm . There are stunning views everywhere , gorgeous independent shops, cafes, bakery and butcher. I’ll always have a special place in my heart for Crickhowell x
Harriet
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
it's one of my favourite places in the world!
it's one of my favourite places in the world!
Lovely little town, good parking facilities, great food available wonderful views and plenty to see all around. Love the river Usk and its surrounding area. At least 2 great art galleries.
Felin fach Griffin, near Brecon, has great food, so does the restaurant by the cathedral in brecon. manor Hotel in crickhowel has very good food but very slow service!
angela
4.0
Scored 4.0
The room was clean, the whole building very tired & worn ,...
The room was clean, the whole building very tired & worn , needs a lot of money spent on it !
Naomi was a very helpful lady she offered us a lift to the local pub which was very kind of her , very friendly & helpful !
Unfortunately the lady on the reception desk when we arrived was not so pleasant, kept talking over me which is found very frustrating.
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Anonymous
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Lovely small, vibrant town with a good atmosphere, plenty of...
Lovely small, vibrant town with a good atmosphere, plenty of places to eat and drink and small independent shops. Nice local history too with the Crickhowell Bridge and the ruins of the castle in town as well as being surrounded by beautiful countryside.
I booked the Dragon Inn as it came up as the cheapest available property, as I was traveling on my own I was not too concerned about luxury or comfort. The Dragon Inn exceeded all expectations (I had assumed due to the low price it would not be such a lovely place) I was greeted with the warmest of welcomes (even help to park my car!), the room was very warm, comfortable and clean. The food was fantastic, I ate both my evening meals there and the breakfasts set me up perfectly for running in the mountains. Thank you for an excellent stay!
Kestrel Inn is well-sited and overlooks the scenic Cwmdu valley. The Inn and its rooms are clean, warm and comfortable, and the owners are welcoming with much-needed advice on places to visit and things to do. Breakfast was cooked by the owners, which we appreciated greatly, and dinners were found in the historic village of Crickhowell, which is only a 6 minute drive away. The Inn is well-placed to explore Brecon Beacons National Park by car or bicycle, with quiet country lanes starting literally over the road.
Absolutely lovely accommodation - the Loft suite was a huge room plus the entrance and dining area and bathroom. Really comfortable bed and it is really as roomy and pleasant as it looks in the photos. Plentiful breakfast to enjoy in the room including fresh berries. We liked being a walk from Llangattock and Crickhowell - it’s a pleasant stroll down to the Horseshoe Inn and back but felt more ‘breathing room’ being set in a quieter location away from the town centre. We would definitely stay here again.
The location of the cottage was excellent, in the middle of the town and an easy walk to pubs and restaurants. Having parking in the nearby pub meant no worries about the car while we were there. The cottage itself was exceptionally clean and very nicely decorated and the beds were comfortable. Nice bathroom too. And Crickhowell is the starting point for several fine walks across the Welsh hills, which is the reason we were staying.
Excellent location and period style property in the heart of Crickhowell. Comfortable and well furnished rooms throughout. Very clean on arrival and keys easily collected from the Dragon Inn hotel which is a short walk away from the property. Parking excellent at the Hotel as well. Two large bedrooms and a separate dining and sitting area. I would certainly stay here again. I enjoyed the paintings throughout the house as well.
A lovely building ideal for large groups. Generally noisy but with a very large group of youngsters at a bash there one can only expect some youthful exuberance!
Staff were without exception helpful and charming.
Breakfast was very good and bar prices seemed very reasonable.
Huge free car park.
Lovely country setting near Crickhowell with extensive views of the local Welsh hills.
The food was outstanding! A varied menu, but top quality food, presentation and service. Evening meal was delicious and breakfast too!
The staff were all attentive and courteous, despite it being very busy.
The large room was decorated in a very sumptuous way, with a very comfortable bed.
The hotel was decorated beautifully for Christmas.
Great location, friendly staff, great food with a decent wine list, great breakfast selection including a hot breakfast cooked fresh, clean and comfortable room, on site parking in the heart of Crickhowell....room was clean and bed was really comfortable and cozy! Hotel is nicely finished with up to date decor.
Very helpful hosts. Brilliant location and house. Ideal for us and another family with 4 pre-school children. Lots of space inside (garden smaller than expected but lovely) and quite soundproof. One of the bedrooms had a little extra section that was perfect to fit our son's cot in so he couldn't see our bed!
Beautiful flat with lots of light. Lots of space. Great location to the Brecon Beacons with some excellent pubs and shops nearby. Thank you for the milk(!), the little maps & tips around the area and for helping us get into the flat! I will definitely stay again when I'm next in the area.
What a gem of a place, suitable for all our needs. Secure garage underneath to keep our bikes. Lovely walks nearby, we climbed up to Table Mountain. The town has some lovely pubs, I can recommend “The Bear” for food as well. The people were welcoming and the accommodation warm and clean.
Beautiful hotel and location. Room was lovely, ita a shame we didn't have longer here. Restaurant is a little pricey although food excellent quality. Staff we spoke to were friendly, welcoming and just generally nice people. Will definitely staff here again.
The spacious room, the breakfasts and the genuine hospitality. Nothing is too much trouble for the lovely family who run this B and B. You can also walk into Crickhowell and llangattock for lovely pub meals.
Self catering but was in the middle of town with plenty of choice of eateries.close to pubs and restaurants.Nearby riverside walks and and boat hire on canal.
The guesthouse was lovely with a pleasant communal sitting room. We walked along the canal to the Horseshoe Inn in Llangattock for a fantastic evening meal.
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