Nestled in a picturesque setting, The Old Rectory Country Hotel offers a warm welcome with breakfast and dinner at Restaurant. Savor the garden views, unwind by the fireplace, or stroll through the beautiful garden. With laundry facilities and helpful staff on hand.
The Old Rectory Hotel, Crickhowell, Wales, NP8 1PH
What's nearby
Crickhowell Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Tretower Court & Castle - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Brecon Beacons National Park - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 13 min drive - 14.9 km
Big Pit National Coal Museum - 17 min drive - 18.5 km
Getting around
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 79 min drive
Abergavenny Station - 16 min drive
Ebbw Vale Parkway - 21 min drive
Pentre-bach Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Greggs
Beaufort Arms - 6 min drive
Red Lion
Latte-Da - 14 min walk
The Bell (Glangrwyny)
About this property
The Old Rectory Country Hotel
When you stay at The Old Rectory Country Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offers garden views. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls and off-lead area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 7 AM–9 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Travelling with children
Children's menu
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Built in 1500
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Outdoor entertainment area
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Restaurant – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 15 February and 10 April.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Old Rectory Country
The Old Rectory Country Hotel Hotel
The Old Rectory Country Hotel Crickhowell
The Old Rectory Country Hotel Hotel Crickhowell
Frequently asked questions
Is The Old Rectory Country Hotel currently open?
The property is closed between 15 February and 10 April.
Does The Old Rectory Country Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Old Rectory Country Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Old Rectory Country Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Old Rectory Country Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Rectory Country Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Old Rectory Country Hotel and nearby?
The Old Rectory Country Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Old Rectory Country Hotel?
Yes, Restaurant offers garden views.
What's the area around The Old Rectory Country Hotel like?
The Old Rectory Country Hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Crickhowell Castle and 18 minutes' walk from Tretower Court & Castle.
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The Old Rectory Country Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as lovely, good, delicious, and excellent with a wide selection of options. (16 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Very attractive friendly place, excellent food friendly stagg
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
2 Dec 2024
Cozy hotel in Wales
Very friendly but old hotel.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 Jul 2024
Lovely old property sat in the
Brecon Beacons, National Park.very friendly staff great stay
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Oct 2024
Nice and comfortable and dog friendly
Clive
Clive, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Jul 2023
Great stay
Jade
Jade, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Oct 2022
Excellent food great location and lovely staff
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
15 Dec 2024
Staff and setting very good. Like most old building some parts could do with work. Will go again.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Nov 2023
A good place to stay
A very friendly staff, Sunday lunch was good, so was breakfast, the room was clean and comfortable, the area is lovely.
Julian G
Julian G, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Sept 2022
Lovely location with very helpful staff
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Oct 2023
Felt like a real treat to stay somewhere which has character
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
5 Jun 2023
Loved the outlook from terrace great food and wonderful location
Dennis
Dennis, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
8 May 2024
Lovely location, room was a little tired, but was suitable for our needs (we were travelling with our pet dog). Breakfast was included & was very tasty. Overall an enjoyable stay
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
29 Oct 2024
Old Rectory in the heart of Welsh Countryside
Fantastic old Rectory in a quiet country area ideal for walks along the nearby canal. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice cooked to order. Staff were helpful and friendly. Decor needs a bit of TLC but it is an old listed building.
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Aug 2024
Glorious countryside. Excellent Views from The Old Rectory.
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Sept 2024
Very friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.
Evening meal outstanding. Dog very welcome.
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Jul 2023
Excellent
Nothing to fault
Definitely stay again
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 May 2023
The staff was amazing and extra helpful. I highly recommend this hotel for a true visit to Wales. We also loved the little town of Cricklehowell with its cafes and shops!
rhonda
rhonda, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
9 Feb 2024
Dave's stay
Found the hotel after asking locals were it was,as it was a little challenging, beautiful hotel in a lovely location,rooms comfortable but tired, evening meal and breakfast very nice and staff very attentive
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
3 Mar 2024
Beautiful location
A beautiful location, friendly staff. The room need some TLC; bathroom fan is rather loud, and wobbly toilet seat.
KIKI
KIKI, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 May 2024
Such a lovely inn right on Offa's. Welcoming hosts. Fabulous breakfast. Beautiful grounds. Great views. A favorite for sure! Enjoyed best dinner on our trip a short walk away.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
19 Sept 2023
Setting of this hotel was excellent but the hotel itself seemed run down. The staff were very friendly.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
28 Oct 2024
Very disappointing stay. Room dirty, whole hotel needs a lot of maintenance to bring the property up to a acceptable standard.
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Mar 2023
Lovely, friendly staff.
Large comfortable rooms
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Apr 2024
Very pleasant
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Jul 2022
An idyllic location. A grand building surrounded by grounds and a setting that was perfect with lots of open space, Rooms were adequate. Dinner was delicious. Our family really enjoyed our stay here.