The Cresselly Inn

Hotels
31 Cardiff Rd , Mountain Ash , gb

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, accommodating staff
Clean, freshly renovated rooms
Comfortable beds and excellent showers
Convenient riverside location and short walk to train/town
Free/easy parking
Excellent, generous breakfast and good food
Welcoming bar with local atmosphere
Good value for money
Cons:
A few mentions that windows did not fully cut outside sound (minor)
Very few negatives reported by guests overall

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple reviews explicitly praise cleanliness: described as lovely, freshly decorated, modern and spotless.
Service
1
Staff repeatedly noted as friendly, accommodating and welcoming; guests felt treated like family.
Location
1
Location praised frequently: riverside, scenic setting, very walkable to town and train station, convenient surroundings.
Room Quality
1
Rooms described as newly renovated, comfortable beds, good showers, quality TV/coffee maker and thoughtful touches (milk, shortbread).
Amenities
1
Amenities referenced positively: free parking, bar with good atmosphere, in-room kettle/coffee, good shower and parking opposite the hotel.
Value for Money
1
Guests commented that the stay was good value and reasonably priced compared with alternatives; many said they'd return.
Food and Beverage
1
Food and breakfast repeatedly praised as excellent, generous portions and tasty meals (specific praise for full English and Hunter's Chicken).
Overall Experience
1
Across reviews the overall experience is very positive: many 'excellent' remarks, repeat-booking intent and strong recommendations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-24 20:58

Property Description

Discover the charm of The Cresselly Inn, your perfect retreat in Mountain Ash, just a stone's throw from Cardiff's attractions.

Luxurious Accommodations
Unwind in our thoughtfully designed rooms featuring closets, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, and flat-screen TVs, ensuring your comfort during your stay.

Delightful Dining Experience
Start your day right with a delicious breakfast offering à la carte, Full English/Irish, and vegetarian options, all served in our inviting on-site restaurant.

Adventure Awaits
Explore the breathtaking landscapes around Mountain Ash with exciting hiking and cycling opportunities, or venture to iconic sights like Cardiff Castle and Caerphilly Castle, just a short drive away.

Don’t miss out on an unforgettable stay at The Cresselly Inn – book your room now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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Shannon • extended_group • gb
9
Lovely rest in the hills of Wales
Pros:

Beautiful location. Friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

Can’t think of anything

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Rhona • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Phill • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Jan • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
10
I would recommend to anyone to stay here, I would book again, without hesitation.
Pros:

The Staff, all of them are really accommodating and friendly. The room had everything I needed. Lovely and clean. Go down stairs and make new friends in the public bar. I was able to walk to all of my destinations. Really nice surroundings too. Free parking.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Fern • couple • gb
9
Excellent. Can't wait to visit again.
Pros:

Beautiful location, so pretty. 2 mins walk across the bridge to the train station and just a short walk into town.
Parking no issue at all with a free carpark directly opposite the hotel.
The rooms have been beautifully renovated. Comfy bed and lovely shower.
Staff were excellent. So genuinely welcoming, friendly and polite. Nothing was too much trouble.
Downstairs has a lovely bar with a log fire, frequented by locals, amazing for a good natter.
There was even a pub quiz, which we failed miserably, but was great fun and all for local charities.
Great choice of drinks and the food was delicious. Massive pub sized portions....we recommend the Hunter's Chicken :)
We were treated like family from the moment we arrived. Just excellent!
Thank you for such a wonderful stay.

Cons:

Only slight niggle is the windows in our room don't cut out sound from outside....however it's such a quiet location, it wasn't really an issue.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Olga • couple • gb
10
A comfortable, well-kept inn in a beautiful riverside mountain setting, ideal for a relaxed and practical
Pros:

Booking was easy and straightforward. There is plenty of parking on the road, plus a small car park directly opposite, which was convenient.

The inn is situated between two mountains and right on the riverbank, which made for a pleasant setting. We had a quick walk there in the morning.

The beds were very comfortable. I requested a disabled access room mainly to ensure there were two beds, which worked well for us. The room had tea-making facilities, a good kettle, and an excellent shower. We also appreciated the thick carpet, which made the room feel warm and comfortable.

The room was freshly decorated and finished to a good standard. Overall, a comfortable and practical stay.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Ric • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent, best nights sleep and breakfast for a long time. Will certainly return
Pros:

Modern, spotless, comfortable and well equipped rooms. Staff were very accommodating. TV and coffee maker in room were quality items and a good selection of beverages. Even a packet of shortbread which went down very well as I arrived particularly late. There was also a flask of fresh milk in room for tea and coffee which I thought was an excellent idea. Certainly way exceeded my expectations for what was a very reasonable price. You will pay more for a soulless Travelodge. The breakfast was also excellent. Best I have had for months on the road.

Cons:

Can’t fault it at all.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Yasmin • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Nice and clean, friendly staff, parking was easy, nice view from the room I stayed in.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Very enjoyable stay will use again
Pros:

The location, accommodation, staff and food quality were all excellent

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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dave • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Clean comfortable room, good food, friendly host and staff

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Reginald • couple • gb
10
Very enjoyable have every intention of returning
Pros:

Both were excellent & so was the evening meal we had

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Joerg • solo_traveller • de
10
So bad that my time run so fast, but I want back and stay there again . Thanks Peter!!👍🏻🇩🇪
Pros:

Great Place to stay, friendly and fantastic hospitablety. Enjoy my Time during the day start withe the full english breakfast and my Dinner as well.

Cons:

None

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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JOHN • solo_traveller • gb
9
Freshly renovated and a young freindly helpfull staff.
Pros:

Good Breakfast.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • extended_group • gb
5
2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Handy • extended_group • gb
10
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Marianne • couple • au
8
Easy walk along river to town. Comfortable pleasant stay
Pros:

Terrific. Very clean and comfortable.

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Euan • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Dmitrii • family_with_children • gb
10
Great stay while visiting South Wales
Pros:

Lovely place, clean, fairly priced

2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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gary • solo_traveller • gb
10
A nice relaxed stay , the landlord was a vey nice gentleman and the food was great XX
Pros:

Tha atmosphere and decoration

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-31 • via Nuitee