George Borrow Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (570 reviews)
A44, Ponterwyd , Aberystwyth , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Hiking
Fishing
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Good location
Cons:
Need for room updates
Small bathroom in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
Rooms were clean, but some reported the need for older facilities to be refreshed.
Service
9.03
Service was frequently praised for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.57
Many reviews noted the convenience of the location for work and the scenic views.
Room Quality
8.52
Rooms were spacious with good facilities, although some mentioned the need for updates.
Amenities
8.55
General amenities were good, including a pleasant dining area.
Value for Money
8.51
Guests felt they received good value given the quality of the stay.
Food and Beverage
9.06
Comments highlighted the superb quality of food and dining experience.
Overall Experience
8.53
Overall experience was positive, with many recommending the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 23:57

Property Description

Scenic Retreat in Cambrian Mountains

The George Borrow Hotel, nestled in the Cambrian Mountains, offers a picturesque escape with cooked breakfasts and stunning views. Individually designed rooms feature private bathrooms, tea/coffee facilities, and Wi-Fi. Many rooms boast views of the Rheidol Gorge, adding to the charm.

Traditional Charm and Culinary Delights

This 17th-century inn houses a traditional restaurant serving homemade meals and English breakfasts. Relax in one of the two guest lounges by the log fires, or enjoy a peaceful cream tea in the leafy garden. The friendly staff ensures a warm welcome and a pleasant stay.

Outdoor Adventures and Nearby Attractions

Surrounded by mountains, the hotel is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with mountain bike trails and walking tracks close by. Explore fishing rivers and visit Cardigan Bay, just a short drive away. The sandy beaches of Aberystwyth are also within easy reach.

Book your stay at The George Borrow Hotel for a memorable countryside getaway.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 570 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.03
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 8.52
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Francesco • solo_traveller • it
8
Un po' fuori mano
Pros:

Stanza nel sottotetto in parte troppo bassa. Letto confortevole. Colazione normale.

Cons:

Caro per servizio e posizione.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely friendly staff, great food, feels like home.
Stayed here quite a few times and its just a really nice place, can't wait to come back.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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louis • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable, relaxed & enjoyable
Pros:

Cooked breakfast was tasty, with fresh fruit & cereals, & the usual full breakfast/coffee. Location ,although rural, is within easy reach of Aberystwyth & various attractions. Scenery, with gorges & high moorland/ forest is most attractive.

Cons:

I was very satisfied with the hotel, & intend to visit again.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Dario • extended_group • it
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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William Mitchinson • solo_traveller • gb
9
Book it
Pros:

Two star hotel with four star attitude. We really enjoyed our stay here. Room was facing the mountain and very tastefully decorated.
Our evening meal in the restaurant was beautifully presented and quite delicious. Highly recommend.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Conviently located. Really friendly staff. Well recommended.
Pros:

It’s in a beautiful and convenient location for anyone who is travelling back East as I was towards England. The hotel provided a much needed break between my home in the midlands and Aberystwyth.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Shirley • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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wolfgang • solo_traveller • de
6
Pros:

Lage des Hotels gut (Nähe Devils Bridge), Parkplätze am Haus. Ordentliches Frühstück, freundliches Personal.

Cons:

Sehr in die Jahre gekommenes Hotel, müsste renoviert werden. Sauberkeit!
Bad eng, Dusche Teile abgesprungen.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
Had a lovely stay here, staff friendly, food was lovely would recommend a stay here.
Pros:

Very friendly, comfortable and good delicious.

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • extended_group • de
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Carole • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Williams • solo_traveller • gb
8
It’s twi star. If you want a flashy hotel then look elsewhere. What you get here is an authentic, down to earth pub, wit
Pros:

Location. Staff. Food

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great stop off for Cambrian Way walkers
Pros:

This was a great place to stop if walking the Cambrian Way, as I was. I just wanted a comfy bed for the night, and a hot shower, and the hotel provided a welcome retreat after a few nights' camping. It's on a busy main road, so care is needed if arriving on foot, and definitely recommend carrying a torch if it's a bit gloomy as there's no pavement and the road is fast with lots of lorries. Breakfast was great - a range of cereals, yoghurts, and juices, and I especially appreciated the big bowl of fresh fruit after living off 'camping food'. Hot breakfast was cooked to order, and was a good start for a day's walking.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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TERUKAZU • solo_traveller • jp
9
Pros:

窓が壊れていたがすぐに修理してもらえた。

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Calvin • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

What a lovely hotel, will most defiantly book again

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good
Pros:

Staff friendly. Room was fine for a night. Food okay.

Cons:

Room was very small, and dated.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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paddiperkins • couple • gb
9
A Very Warm Welcome
Pros:

I booked the hotel as part of a trip we were making on the motorbike. We were welcomed warmly when checking in & my husband was able to put the bike in a lockable garage overnight which was a bonus. The room was compact but very nicely presented with tea making equipment. We opted to eat in the hotel that evening & again the staff in the bar & the dining room were really friendly & helpful. The food was really great & we had a very relaxing evening. The hotel had a lovely vibe about it & we chatted to other guests & some of the local people who had come to eat/drink in the venue.

Cons:

Not being able to stay there longer really it was such a nice place with great views of the countryside & people who really worked hard to make people feel welcome

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee