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About this property
In Hay-on-Wye, The Swan at Hay is positioned between the Brecon Beacons and The Black Mountains. It is an independent hotel with 19 individually designed bedrooms and a restaurant serving classic British cuisine. This listed Georgian building was a former coaching inn, and many rooms have large original windows with views across the gardens or stable block. Bedrooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee trays and private bathrooms. The Swan at Hay has a relaxed bistro and a restaurant serving modern British cuisine with original Georgian windows overlooking the garden and patio. The Swan has 2 bar areas and a dining room, where guests can choose from the different menus available. The well-stocked bar serves award-winning ales and ciders. Hay-on-Wye has a good selection of boutique shops and pubs. It is only a 5-minute walk from the Offa’s Dyke Path and just a short drive from the Brecon Beacons National Park. Free parking is available at The Swan at Hay.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Janddf
United Kingdom
“As I had to travel alone to attend my grandaughters wedding because my husband died in August, I was a bit apprehensive but all the staff went out of their way to ensure that I was looked after. I felt very comfortable in the hotel and my room was...” - Beth
United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel. Comfy room, nice bathroom. Parking on site. Excellent location for town.” - Catherine
United Kingdom
“Second time staying at the Swan at Hay and highly recommend. Perfect location for a trip to Hay, with comfortable rooms, friendly staff and a lovely bar and garden. Looking forward to our next visit!” - Karen
United Kingdom
“Superb location with just a short stroll to everything- castle, bookshops, places to eat and the river. Clean, quiet and comfortable and with good parking. But most importantly the staff were excellent- friendly, welcoming and very helpful.” - Pierre
United Kingdom
“Location and character. Restaurant food was good quality, and nice breakfast choices.” - Sandra
United Kingdom
“Lovely location. So relaxing and interesting. Great accomodation felt spotlessly clean and comfortable. Helpful staff.” - Julie
United Kingdom
“Very clean, large comfortable bed. Very friendly welcome.” - Currie
United Kingdom
“The hotel is un easy reach of the town, the staff are lovely and there is parking” - Maxine
United Kingdom
“Everything was great Food, staff, room were all excellent” - Rita
Italy
“Staff were overall very friendly but seemed a bit “stretched”. The breakfast was quite good but, although we can understand the need to reduce “waste”, it (the breakfast itself) was perhaps a bit too reduced, and we felt a bit embarrassed to ask...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Garden Room Restaurant
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- The Market Bar Eatery
- Open forBrunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please inform The Swan At Hay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.