Brewers Lodge

Hotels
8 (860 reviews)
Gordon Road , Blackwood , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great food
Good location
Cons:
Noise from bar
No breakfast
Dated showers

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Very clean room, had everything needed, but some reviews mentioned dated aspects.
Service
8.18
Staff were very friendly and helpful, providing a warm welcome and good service.
Location
8.22
Perfect location for guests, easy access to local amenities.
Room Quality
7.67
Rooms could benefit from updates but were satisfactory for the price paid.
Amenities
7.7
Facilities were fine for the price, though some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
8.16
Good budget value for what was received, particularly regarding cleanliness and service.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Dinner was amazing, with great food quality reported by several guests.
Overall Experience
7.68
Overall great stay with minor complaints, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 23:39

Property Description

Charming Country Inn with Historic Roots

Historic Charm: Originally a 16th-century farmhouse, Brewers Lodge offers a unique stay with a touch of history, once owned by the family of Captain Henry Morgan.

Modern Comforts: Enjoy a comfortable stay in one of the 15 modern en-suite rooms, each equipped with satellite TV and WiFi access throughout the property.

Convenient Location: Nestled in its own grounds overlooking Blackwood, near Newport, with easy access to the Brecon Beacons and nearby cities like Newport, Cardiff, and Bristol.

Experience the charm and comfort of Brewers Lodge - book your stay now for a memorable countryside retreat.

Important information:

Payment Information:
Please note that Brewers Lodge takes full payment for the entire duration of the booking on arrival.

Please note breakfast is not included in the room rate. Cooked breakfast is not available.

This property has a strict check-in policy and will not allow early/late check-ins.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 860 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 8.18
Location: 8.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 7.68
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Rosie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Friendly staff, good location.
Pros:

Plenty of free parking. Friendly staff. Value for money for accommodation and food and drink. Comfy bed. Nice outdoor area as well as an indoor restaurant.

Cons:

Bathroom needs a bit of TLC. The shower anti slip mat was very discoloured. ( The shower curtain was extremely long) There wasn't anywhere to put your wash bags. A chair would be useful in the bedroom.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Janice • family_with_children • gb
7
Suited our purpose
Pros:

The position and excellent staff

Cons:

Bathroom facilities need attention

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • gb
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Hazel • extended_group • gb
8
Comfy rooms and friendly staff
Pros:

Nice quiet location. Rooms had everything you need. Staff were polite and friendly. Good selection of food and drinks. Quick food service. Good place if you are looking for a base to get to Cardiff.

Cons:

The bathroom shower tray was a little damaged but for the price not worried.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • gb
6
Cons:

The pub is very lively and was quite noisy until 11pm.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Hope • couple • gb
7
Basic but good value
Pros:

We stayed at Brewers Lodge while attending the annual cider festival, and it was ideal for what we needed. The accommodation is fairly basic, but it was clean, comfortable, and offered good value for money.

The location was a real plus, with the town centre just a short walk away, making it easy to enjoy the festival without worrying about transport. The staff were friendly and check-in was straightforward.

If you're looking for a luxury stay, this probably isn't it, but if you want an affordable, comfortable place in a convenient location, Brewers Lodge is a great choice. We'd happily stay again when visiting Blackwood.

Cons:

The rooms are very basic, and the soundproofing could definitely be improved, as noise from other rooms and the corridors was quite noticeable. That said, at around £60 per night, it's hard to complain too much, as it still represents good value for money if you're simply looking for an affordable place to stay.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • gb
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Becci • family_with_children • gb
7
Satisfactory for what we needed
Pros:

Room was clean and had everything you would need including kettle, tea bags, coffee and biscuits, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Can't comment on the food as we didn't eat there. Good location to travel into Cardiff and Caerphilly is only 20 minutes away.

Cons:

Unfortunately room 118 we had at the back of the hotel was right above the cellar area and there was a really loud refrigeration fan going all night as well as a really bright security light on constantly which meant on the first night I got no sleep at all! We had to have the windows open as it was really hot in the room and the light shone into the room around the edge of the curtains and through the middle gap and the beds face the window. I had to buy ear plugs and a eye mask for the second night to make sure I got some sleep!

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Garden

Cons:

Saniflo system in bathroom poor

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
7
Great value for money, bed very comfortable close to where we needed to be so suited us perfectly
Pros:

Bed was extremely comfortable and room was acceptable for price a little tired but as it was so cheap couldn't complain, or expect more. Had a very cute cat too.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Malika • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great value for money!
Pros:

Comfortable and spacious rooms.
Good value for money.
No hassle, 24 hr access!

Cons:

Rooms were a tad dusty, kettle didn't work in one room.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Jemma • solo_traveller • gb
8
Affordable and friendly
Pros:

Friendly. Straightforward but very comfy beds, rooms with practical storage solutions, a nice bathroom, all very clean and able to open windows wide on one of the hottest nights of the year. A peaceful setting up on the hill above Blackwood and ideal for the Brecons and Cardiff/Caerphilly.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
4
Cons:

NOISE!

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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nicola • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel friendly staff rooms very clean and comfortable

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Carlo • solo_traveller • se
8
Fine place (not suitable during heatwaves)
Pros:

The view was lovely, kind staff, really nice to have multiple facilities on site (bar/restaurant+hotel, no need to go super far away to fancy a couple pints), nice interactions with locals and generally good vibes in the place

Cons:

No air-conditioning during a heatwave was not a piece of news we welcomed with the honours reserved to the heroes and the demigods. Moreover, the noise through the bar drifted through the walls quite easily and the lock kept making noise at the passage of people in the corridor - they should be tightened (please).

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • fr
7
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Frances • couple • ie
6
Convenient for Blackwood
Pros:

Good shower and good location. Pleasant check-in staff. Free parking

Cons:

Mattress wasn’t supportive and too soft.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee