The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool - The Coaching Inn Group

Hotels
8.6 (2406 reviews)
The Cross , Welshpool , GB
+44 1938 552217

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great food and beverage options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues with bedding
Room sizes and décor could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Rooms were clean but had complaints about bedding freshness.
Service
9.15
Staff were noted as friendly and helpful across several reviews.
Location
8.95
Centrally located for exploring, with good accessibility.
Room Quality
7.65
Some rooms were described as tiny and dated; however, some were comfortable.
Amenities
8.35
Good amenities, but issues with bedding and Wi-Fi noted.
Value for Money
8.75
Value for money was praised, especially with service quality.
Food and Beverage
9.15
Breakfast and food quality received high praise.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall positive with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:21

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Experience the perfect blend of history and modern amenities at The Royal Oak Hotel. Nestled in Welshpool, our hotel boasts en suite rooms with period features and free Wi-Fi.

Locally Sourced Cuisine
Indulge in traditional Welsh cuisine at our on-site restaurant, where we proudly serve dishes made from locally sourced produce. Don't miss the chance for a private dining experience in The Green Room.

Explore the Surroundings
Conveniently located near Offa’s Dyke and Powis Castle, our hotel is the ideal base for exploring the rich history of Mid Wales. Plus, with Snowdonia National Park just a short drive away, outdoor enthusiasts will be in paradise.

Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the charm of Welshpool at The Royal Oak Hotel.

Important information:

When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact property for full terms and conditions after booking.

Children are allowed on request. Please contact the property if traveling with a child. Additional fees apply.

Pets are allowed in the classic rooms on request. Additional fees apply, please contact property in advance to ensure a pet-friendly room is allocated.This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2406 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Adrian Hammersley • solo_traveller • gb
9
Well run pub/hotel recommended
Pros:

Really nice Decor and old building in town centre, a pleasant brief stay, good breakfast.

Cons:

Only that It was a brief stop

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Mully • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Derrick • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely room, friendly helpful staff, excellent food and service

Cons:

Car park is difficult to find on first visit

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
7
Comfortable stay in town centre location
Pros:

Spacious, well equipped room with comfortable beds
Delicious breakfast in lovely dining room
Good service
From friendly staff

Cons:

No lift and steep climb to second floor

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • gb
10
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
8
Nice comfortable rooms but pricey
Pros:

Lovely comfortable room.

Cons:

Restaurant appeared expensive and very quiet.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Stanislaw • couple • pl
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
9
Overall an excellent stay
Pros:

The staff were very helpful and pleasant and the food was very good. Very Comfortable and clean rooms . Excellent location

Cons:

I had a family room as there were no twin beds left . My friend had the sofa bed which is fine for a child but not comfortable for an adult . . I had to ask fur another duvet to act as a mattress topper

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Frances • couple • gb
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Rob • extended_group • gb
8
Good hotel in middle of Welshpool
Pros:

Comfy beds and great restaurant

Cons:

Bedroom wasn’t particularly clean

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Soumitra • couple • gb
10
A big thank you to all especially for mailing my book which I left behind by mistake.
Pros:

Excellent support from staff.
Good choice of food

Cons:

None

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Nariaki • family_with_children • gb
10
Very good
Pros:

There are enough are to stay in one room with five family members.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Kath • couple • gb
10
Nice hotel and a great area
Pros:

The room & bathroom spotlessly clean. And bed linen and towels. Lots of choice at breakfast and all hot food cooked to order. Dinner good too. Staff very friendly and helpful. Free parking and dog friendly. Great location and lots to enjoy in the area.

Cons:

Scrambled egg !! Well overcooked in a microwave

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
J
joanna • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Comfortable room, friendly staff

Cons:

Restaurant food very disappointing
Bar lacks character

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Neal • couple • gb
7
Very pleasant one night stay
Pros:

Breakfast was good and freshly cooked to order

Cons:

Our room was a bit noisy with an extractor nearby but it was turned off when the kitchen closed late evening

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • gb
9
Top class would stay again
Pros:

Found all of the staff very polite and helpful, food was excellent, the room was nice and clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee