Castle Hotel Aberystwyth, Aberystwyth ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

South Road, Aberystwyth, United Kingdom, SY23 1JW

Castle Hotel is located in the historic town of Aberystwyth, set in a recently restored Edwardian building. It offers contemporary accommodations and stunning views of Cardigan Bay. The hotel is situated above the popular Castle Bar, known for its extensive selection of Welsh products. The hotel serves as a convenient base for exploring the scenic South Marine Terrace and nearby attractions.

Location

Castle Hotel is within walking distance of Aberystwyth's town center, making it easy to explore local shops and cultural sites. The picturesque South Marine Terrace, overlooking the harbor and South Beach, is nearby. The hotel is also conveniently located for access to the train and bus station, facilitating travel to other attractions like Snowdonia National Park.

Rooms

The rooms at Castle Hotel feature Egyptian cotton linen for a comfortable stay. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Certain accommodations include a seating area for relaxation after a busy day. Private bathrooms offer rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Castle Hotel boasts a unique location above the Castle Bar, featuring a variety of Welsh gins and local products. Guests have access to an array of nearby dining options, including award-winning restaurants like Pysgoty and Gwesty Cymru. Traditional pub food is available at locations such as Bar 46 and the Glengower, along with distinctive culinary experiences at venues like Olive Branch and Backyard BBQ.

Leisure & Business

Guests can enjoy convenient amenities at Castle Hotel, including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. The surrounding area offers numerous leisure activities, including cycling along the Ceredigion Coastal Path and golf at nearby clubs. Wildlife enthusiasts may also spot dolphins and seals in the local waters.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Premium King Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

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Superior Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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City Center

Aberystwyth1700 ft

Airports

Swansea (SWS) 72.7 mi

RAF Valley - Anglesey (VLY) 109.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious, providing a great environment for relaxation and study with all necessary amenities.” view full review

Cozy Beds

“The bed was exceptionally comfy, ensuring a restful night's sleep that made my stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

Clean & Inviting

“The bathroom was spotless, with a refreshing shower and plush bathrobe that enhanced the overall experience.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was generous and included fresh fruit delivered right to my room, making my mornings good.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
No parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Pool tables
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

South Road, Aberystwyth, United Kingdom, SY23 1JW

Map view

South Road, Aberystwyth, United Kingdom, SY23 1JW

City landmarks

Museums

Ceredigion Museum

2100 ft

Train stations

Cliff Railway

4400 ft

Train stations

Vale of Rheidol Railway

2600 ft

Camera Obscura

1.2 mi

Harbor

Royal Pier

1.1 mi

Libraries

National Library of Wales

1.1 mi

Church

St Paul Methodist Centre

2800 ft

Clarach Bay

1.5 mi

Cae Melyn

Penglais Nature Park

1.1 mi

Constitution Hill

1.2 mi

Aberystwyth University

Arts Centre Theatre

1.5 mi

Church

St Padarn's Church

1.6 mi

Penparcau Beach

10.0 mi

Beach

Tan Y Bwlch

17.1 mi

Pen Dinas Hill-Fort

Wellington Monument

18.5 mi

Nearby

Castle

Aberystwyth Castle

800 ft

Aberystwyth SY23 2BH

War Memorial

900 ft

Church

St Michael's Church

700 ft

Marine Terrace

The Seafront

1600 ft

Aberystwyth SY23 2BH

Castle Grounds

900 ft

Marina

Aberystwyth Marina Ltd

10.8 mi

New Promenade

South Beach

500 ft

Night club

Pier Pressure

1300 ft

Aberystwyth SY23 2AP

North Beach

1900 ft

Castle

Aberystwyth Beach

800 ft

Marine Parade

The Book

1900 ft

Restaurants

Borth Tandoori

800 ft

High Street

Dragonfly Bistro

800 ft

7 Saint James's Square

Saphan Thai

1000 ft

40 Bridge Street

Agnelli's Trattoria & Deli

1000 ft

3 Bridge Street Next to impossible to close this listing

Yr Hen Lew Du

1000 ft

14-16 Bridge Street

The Grail

900 ft

11 Princess Street

La Taberna

1100 ft

1 New Street

Mandarin

1300 ft

26 Pier Street

Ultracomida

1500 ft

31 Pier St

Medina

1500 ft

10 Market Street

Casablanca

1600 ft

26 Eastgate

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Comfortable rooms

Friendly staff

Lack of central air

Pub environment

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

7.3

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

Micky

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is situated in a central location near the beach, making it convenient for exploring the town and enjoying the rocky yet lovely beach. The rooms are tastefully decorated and spacious, although they can get a bit hot at times. The service is friendly, with helpful staff willing to assist, while the dining options, though with good variety, may not meet everyone's expectations. Overall, a great value for experiencing the town and its attractions.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, fresh, and well-equipped, although they can get boiling hot at times.

Service

9.0

The staff happily welcomed our luggage, provided excellent service, and ensured a pleasant stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel is pretty central to Aberystwyth's main attractions and a short walk to the sea, though it can be full of students.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered a lot of choices and was lovely, but may not suit everyone's taste.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities include a welcoming atmosphere and a separate side entrance for security.

James

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is above essentially just a pub but provided a good night's sleep overall. The rooms are good, finished to a nice level, and included amenities like tea, coffee, Tregroes waffles, iron, and ironing board. However, the room was a little small and lacked central air, relying on a difficult-to-open window for ventilation.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a little small but provided a good night's sleep with nice amenities.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to help us with a room to change in beforehand, showing great care.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a reasonable position away from the main holiday area with a few restaurants and cafes nearby.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered enjoyable Welsh continental style breakfast with generous portions delivered to the room.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided the treat of delivered breakfast and enjoyable tapas.

Comfortable rooms

Lack of central air

Charles

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.8/10

The hotel had nice rooms that were clean and comfortable for a short stay, with a nice location and a laid-back atmosphere during check-in and check-out. The rooms were really big, featuring a double shower, wardrobe with robes, and 2 large windows. The double entry system with a swipe unlock added an extra touch of security.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and spacious with a modern touch.

Service

9.0

The staff were helpful and friendly, providing a professional service and even accommodating breakfast delivery requests at 7.30 am.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was ideal for exploring the compact town and within walking distance to local landmarks and shops, but some surrounding houses made the area feel slightly unkempt.

Dining

7.0

The continental breakfast was delivered to the room promptly and was satisfactory, although the lack of a dining room for an in-room dining experience may not suit everyone.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay, with a focus on quality service.