The Castle Hotel

8.4
Excellent
(77 reviews)

High St, Pontardawe, Swansea SA8 4HU, United Kingdom

+44 1792 869961

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Hotel Description

The Castle Hotel, located at High St, Pontardawe, Swansea SA8 4HU, United Kingdom, offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and history, making it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Situated in a vibrant area, the hotel is just a 16-minute drive from the Penllergare Valley Woods, a picturesque nature reserve perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Guests can enjoy the local nightlife, as the hotel’s pub has been a favorite among visitors. The hotel is surrounded by charming shops and restaurants, and provides easy access to nearby attractions. The design of the hotel captures the essence of traditional British hospitality, with modern amenities to ensure a relaxing stay.
The rooms at The Castle Hotel are designed with comfort in mind, offering spacious and well-furnished accommodations that cater to a variety of guests. Each room provides a peaceful retreat with cozy beds, warm lighting, and ample space, allowing guests to unwind after a day of exploring. Families will appreciate the kid-friendly amenities available, ensuring a comfortable stay for all ages.
The hotel boasts excellent amenities, including high-speed internet to keep you connected during your stay. The pub is a popular spot for guests, and with a variety of restaurants just a short taxi ride away, dining options are plentiful.
In terms of transportation, The Castle Hotel offers easy access to public transit, with the nearest bus and train stations within walking distance. Cardiff Airport is just over an hour away by taxi, making it a convenient option for travelers flying into the area.
The hotel places a strong emphasis on guest safety and well-being, with comprehensive health and safety measures in place. This includes ensuring all common areas are regularly cleaned and sanitized, as well as maintaining high standards of hygiene in guest rooms.
Guests can enjoy a variety of nearby activities, including exploring the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, hiking to Henrhyd Falls, or discovering the history of the National Waterfront Museum. Outdoor lovers will enjoy visiting Carreg Cennen Castle or Plantasia Tropical Zoo.
For dining, there are several highly rated restaurants near the hotel, including Cardamon, Rum and Co, Ricksha, Tamarind, and Indian Cottage, all offering a variety of delicious cuisines. Whether you’re in the mood for Indian food, takeaway, or a hearty meal, these dining options provide an excellent selection just a few minutes away.
Experience the charm and warmth of The Castle Hotel, where you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere, excellent amenities, and convenient access to everything Pontardawe has to offer.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Located just 16 minutes from Penllergare Valley Woods for outdoor enthusiasts

2. The hotel features a popular pub, often mentioned by guests

3. Kid-friendly amenities ensure a comfortable stay for families

4. High-speed internet available throughout the property for convenience

5. Easy access to Cardiff Airport, just over an hour away by taxi

6. Proximity to top attractions like Carreg Cennen Castle and the National Showcaves Centre

7. Several highly-rated restaurants within walking distance, offering diverse cuisines

8. Nearby public transportation options including bus and train stations

9. Health and safety measures in place to ensure guest well-being

10. Surrounded by vibrant nightlife, making it perfect for evening entertainment


7.0 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Carreg Cennen Castle
34 min
National Showcaves Centre for Wales
24 min
The National Waterfront Museum
25 min
Henrhyd Falls
21 min
Plantasia Tropical Zoo
21 min

Nearest locations

Cardamon (Pontardawe)
1 min
Rum and co
1 min
Ricksha
1 min
Tamarind
1 min
Indian Cottage
1 min
Flames Pizza (Swansea)
1 min
Golden Triangle
1 min
Cross Fish Bar
1 min
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Good to know

Location rating7.0
Nearest airportBristol Airport
Travel time to airport2 hr

Location

High St, Pontardawe, Swansea SA8 4HU, United Kingdom

Airports:

Bristol Airport

Taxi: 2 hr

Transit: 3 hr 23 min

Cardiff Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 6 min

Transit: 1 hr 49 min

Transit:

St Peters Church

Walking: 1 min

Kitty`s

Walking: 2 min

Jubilee By-Pass

Walking: 6 min


Nearby locations

7.0

Very Good Location

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Children

Kid-friendly


Reviews

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Scott B

5/5
Stayed at this lovely pub on sept Friday 19th to Sunday 21st sept . Re the reviews of fighting and noise etc. we never had no problems at all. The rooms r all sound proof and we slept like logs. …

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EdwardoCatflapo

1/5
I stayed in this hotel (using the term loosely) back in August. Thanks god I was alone as the clientele made me believe I was on the set of Deliverance. …

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Zoe Bailey

3/5
I visited the Castle Pontardawe yesterday evening and the staff were lovely, however I wrote down my information for track and trace. At 1 am Saturday I received a call from someone who knew my name and would not tell who this person was. The track and trace information sheet was left on a table in the pub where anyone could see and assess it.

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Andrea Jones

5/5
A lovely casual pub local to me. Always a nice drink here and at reasonable prices. Friendly atmosphere and suitable for all age groups. Nice and clean pub. Good entertainment as well on a regular basis

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shirley h

4/5
A modern pub within the small town of Pontardawe. Live music on the weekends though this is not consistent. A board outside will inform you what is on. Nice beer garden on different levels. Local girls behind the bar

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Murray Loynes

4/5
Great to see bottled ales are now in stock. The lack of ales used to put me off visiting what is otherwise a great pub. PS Rachel behind the bar is a diamond!

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Adrian Taylor

5/5
Was amazed at the prices here, the drinks are so cheap! Hoping to return during the Pontardawe music festival (every August) when they have lots of live bands on throughout the town.

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ian whitteron

1/5
Horrendous. Room was very dirty. Bed was uncomfortable and stains on it.Toilet doesn't flush properly. Woken every morning to someone cleaning the pub at about 4 am. Shame they don't clean the rooms

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Sheila Evans

4/5
Very clean and tidy, staff very helpful, nice 👍pub and friendly

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Emma North

3/5
Ladies darts night but busy pub anyway.

Service 4

Location5