The Black Lion Bar & Restaurant
8.6
Excellent(121 reviews)
Pentre Rd, St Clears, Carmarthen SA33 4AA, United Kingdom
+44 1994 230375
Hotel Description
The Black Lion Bar & Restaurant, located at Pentre Rd, St Clears, Carmarthen SA33 4AA, United Kingdom, offers a unique and inviting experience for both locals and travelers alike. Nestled in the charming town of St Clears, this welcoming hotel and pub is the perfect base for exploring the stunning landscapes of Carmarthenshire. The Black Lion is ideally located just a short 9-minute drive from the historical Laugharne Castle, where visitors can explore medieval castle remains and Tudor mansion gardens. The hotel boasts a warm and relaxed atmosphere, ideal for those seeking a friendly pub environment with quality service. Guests frequently praise the welcoming bar area, where they can unwind and enjoy lively conversations over drinks. The hotelās pub, which has been mentioned favorably by guests on multiple occasions, offers a great place for socializing and enjoying the nightlife. The rooms at The Black Lion are comfortable and simple, offering a peaceful stay with the charm of a traditional pub setting. The hotel is kid-friendly, ensuring that families can enjoy a pleasant stay. While the hotel does not offer additional luxurious amenities, its focus on providing a great pub experience makes it stand out. Guests can enjoy delicious meals at the in-house restaurant or take a short walk to nearby eateries, including Elaichi, Mols Bistro, and Bombay Spice, offering a variety of international cuisines. The nearby attractions, such as Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo, Pendine Sands, and the Dylan Thomas Boathouse, provide a wide range of activities and sightseeing opportunities for all interests. The Black Lion is also conveniently located with easy access to public transportation, including St Clears Pentre Road, which is just a minuteās walk away, as well as Cardiff Airport, only 1 hour and 33 minutes by taxi. Whether you're here for a relaxing weekend or a cultural getaway, The Black Lion Bar & Restaurant offers a memorable stay with a friendly atmosphere and easy access to local attractions.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Only a 9-minute drive to Laugharne Castle, a medieval landmark
2. Guests frequently praised the friendly and welcoming bar
3. Located near several popular dining options, including Elaichi and Mols Bistro
4. Kid-friendly hotel, perfect for families looking for a relaxed stay
5. Well-connected to local transportation options, including walking distance to St Clears Pentre Road
6. Located near Dylan Thomasā former home and historical sites
7. Close to Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo, great for families and children
8. Nearby Pendine Sands, a historic racing site and scenic beach
9. Offers a lively pub environment praised by guests for its nightlife
10. Easy access to Cardiff Airport and other major transportation hubs
8.2 Excellent
Location rating
Top sights
Castell Talacharn / Laugharne Castle
9 min
Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo19 min
Pendine Sands17 min
Cartref Dylan Thomas - Dylan Thomas Boathouse11 min
Castell Cydweli / Kidwelly Castle27 min
Nearest locations
Elaichi
1 min
Mols Bistro1 min
Bombay Spice1 min
Monroe's Takeaway1 min
Neil's Fish & Chips1 min
George's Fish & Chips Of St Clears1 min
The Fox & Hounds5 min
Roadhouse Whitland7 min
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Good to know
| Location rating | 8.2 |
| Nearest airport | Cardiff Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 1 hr 33 min |
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Location
Pentre Rd, St Clears, Carmarthen SA33 4AA, United Kingdom
Airports:
Cardiff Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 33 min
Transit:
St Clears Pentre Road
Walking: 1 min
St Clears Chemist
Walking: 2 min
The Black Lion
Walking: 1 min
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8.2
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Amenities and Facilities
Children
Kid-friendly
Reviews
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Nicola Foster
5/5
As a regular customer, I am disappointed to be leaving this review, we had beef dinner yesterday and we were extremely disappointed, I have had a few and always they been amazing, and had other food in the restaurant, but unfortunately yesterday it was not.The gravy was like water, roast potatoes were hard and frozen like texture and tasteless, I am not writing this review to be rude, just it best to know, rather than not be told and due to working in catering myself I'd like to know. so please do not take this the wrong way,.and happy cooking š
Nicholas Hill
5/5
Lovely pub in the middle of St Clears. Friendly welcome and great food. Mary-Kate bent over backwards to give us a fabulous time!
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Megan
5/5
Very accommodating went on a sunday where they have a set menu but im pregnant and really wanted a cheese burgur and the staff was amazing and very understanding and made me the BEST burgur and chips ive had in a long time would 100% recommend! The rest of my family had roasts and they said its the best they have had in wales, the presentation was beautiful will definitely be back!Thank you so much!!
Kerris Jones
5/5
Best Sunday Roast in Wales. I've travelled far and wide and never had such a good Sunday roast at a pub. Imaginative selection of vegetables, including cheesy leek. Great value for the price, too.
Service 5
Location4
Steve Harris
5/5
Food great, vegetarian kebab excellent, very imaginative. Cracking pint of Guinness
Service 5
milesfb
4/5
Nice place. Its a sports bar / pub type establishment. The locals were friendly. My only disappointment is that they weren't serving food and we did want dinner. Other reviews Ive read on Trip Advisor have photos of the food that they've had there. So no food when we visited was a downer but otherwise all good and a nice pub to visit. I recommend it.
Tids Jones
5/5
Lovely staff great food nice pint šŗ
Service 5
Location5
Rich Bach
1/5
Usually have top quality service in the pub. New staff member was incredibly rude and it was obvious he couldnāt wait to close the bar.Will frequent the Corvus or the head into Laugharne if this level of service is repeated.
Ewan Dunsire
5/5
Brilliant pub. From being out of town and there on work for a week, not only were we made to feel welcome by the staff, the locals too. Had a couple of steak dinners during the week and I have to say they serve the tastiest fillet EVER!!! Chef says he only seasons with salt but I think there is something more making the fillet the best tasting ever. If you are in the area, please pop in.Thank you guys, apologies that I'm socially awkward and didn't ask your names.Ewan
tom hopkins
5/5
3 of us booked a table for food and drinks and it was the best tapas we've had in a very long time, the staff were extremely helpful and attentive and the atmosphere was amazing. I would highly recommend If anyone's looking for perfect food and a good night to spend some time in the black lion.
Service 5
Location5