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.
mike
United Kingdom
Town centre location largish car park and excellent breakfast selection
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.
Situated in Carmarthen, 44 km from Grand Theatre, Penybont Restaurant + Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Victoria
United Kingdom
The location was pretty and not far from the main road or the Welsh Botanical Garden.
The hosts could not have been more helpful or welcoming.
The room was scrupulously clean and the bed really comfortable.
Our dinner was delicious and far better than expected in a country inn. The menu was modern and the food cooked whilst we watched.
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.
Stevens
United Kingdom
Close to the places we needed to be very friendly and helpful
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.
Brian
United Kingdom
The location, the host and facilities were very good.
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.
Sue
Australia
Do yourself a favour and stay here! Original old building that’s been tastefully updated - great bathroom with lovely products, comfy couch and bed, garden view, good lighting, connectivity and plenty of good coffee/tea etc. Hosts friendly and helpful. Restaurant downstairs is delightful and served best food we’ve had in UK. Lovely countryside, good pub just down the road. Best place we’ve stayed. Loved it. 😊
On average, 3-star hotels in Carmarthen cost € 95.49 per night, and 4-star hotels in Carmarthen are € 96.18 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Carmarthen can on average be found for € 184.24 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.
Carmarthen, UK, experiences a temperate maritime climate with mild, damp conditions. Average temperatures range from 4°C in January to 19°C in July. Distinct summer and winter seasons are present, with the warmest months from June to September. Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with October being the wettest month. There are no monsoon or hurricane seasons.
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.
I was travelling as a single parent with five children and needed a spot to stay overnight. The six-bed dormitory was just fine for our needs, linen was clean and helpful to have an en-suite with shower to ourselves. The accommodation was basic but for the price I was happy. Setting absolutely beautiful and the proprietor very helpful.
Breakfast was incredible with lovely views of the garden and surround landscape. The staff super friendly and most welcoming. It had parking and was in close enough proximity to the local town and botanical garden. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. I'll definitely be coming back again when I'm next in Wales :)
The room and hotel were clean the staff were great, location was good as it was in the centre of town. The brakfast was great too .The only downside was someone was hammering the door to come in at 5.15 am maybe someone should be on site to deal with these
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Falcon Hotel is a lovely place, the staff are amazing every each one of them, the food is lovely breakfast is lovely best fried bread ever had. Food is cooked to order so always hot seriously Falcon Hotel is a lovely place to stay we will return
We enjoyed the bar, clean and hot showers, and the possibility to check in late at night. The owner/bartender is a great man who traveled the world and gave great recommendations for our travels around Wales. We would love to stay again!
Spacious room, nice shower, large comfy bed. Small but very handy bar area to have a pre - dinner drink. Breakfast was excellent and plentiful and the Hotel was perfectly located for shopping and socialising in the town.
The toll house looks small but is very spacious inside with all mod cons, and very comfortable definitely worth a stay, we loved this place ideal place to stay for access to all of west wales definitely be back soon
The hotel was well presented, the rooms clean and a good size. The staff were incredibly friendly and I could not fault the experience. When I return back to Carmarthen, I will not hesitate to stay here again
The location was ideal. Close to the nearest town, but with the feel that you were in rural Wales. The host was friendly, helpful and very welcoming. We loved our stay and look forward to coming back
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.
It was a relaxed and well located hotel for the town. The staff were quite laid back and friendly. The breakfast was excellent and the staff very friendly.
This location was beautiful the only thing I would say is make sure you drive because it is in the middle of nowhere and taxi one way to town cost £30 .
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