Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel

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Best Western
7.1 (2190 reviews)
Off Princess Margaret Way , Port Talbot , GB
+44 1639 884949

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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
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location (beach/sea view, sunsets)
Comfortable beds
Friendly/accommodating staff and bartender
Free/ample parking
Good breakfast when available
Cons:
Dated appearance and exterior (dirty facade)
Room maintenance issues (ripped wallpaper, bathroom door)
Overheating/no air conditioning
Slow/poor-quality restaurant food
Limited/unresponsive staff at times

Categories

Cleanliness
6.2
Mixed: several guests noted rooms and beds were clean and comfortable, but multiple comments about dated, dirty exterior, ripped wallpaper and general wear lower the score.
Service
7.6
Mixed-to-positive: many reports of friendly, accommodating staff and a helpful bartender, but other guests described limited staff, slow or non-responsive follow-up and inattentive moments.
Location
8.5
Strong positive: repeatedly praised for proximity to the beach, sea views, sunsets and convenient parking — a consistent highlight.
Room Quality
6
Mixed-to-negative: comfortable beds noted, but several reports of dated rooms, overheating radiators/no air conditioning, bathroom door and wallpaper damage reduce the rating.
Amenities
6.3
Below average: loss of pool/spa mentioned, limited ventilation/aircon and small windows criticized; free parking is a plus but overall amenities feel diminished.
Value for Money
7.5
Generally positive for budget travellers: several guests cited good price and reasonable value, though some felt service shortfalls and dated facilities limited value for others.
Food and Beverage
6.2
Mixed-to-negative: some praise for plentiful breakfast when staff topped up, but multiple complaints about slow restaurant service, poor-quality dishes and measured/limited breakfast portions.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall mixed but leaning positive due to location and helpful staff in many stays; memorable visits and good value for some guests offset dated facilities and occasional service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:41

Property Description

Stunning Beachfront Location:
Situated on Aberavon beachfront with captivating views of Swansea Bay and Gower Peninsula, the Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel offers a picturesque setting for your stay.

Delightful Dining Options:
Indulge in the culinary delights at the Greenhouse Restaurant, serving a delectable a la carte menu crafted from local Welsh produce. For a more relaxed atmosphere, the Talbot Bar and Lounge offers a variety of beverages, light meals, and even champagne afternoon teas.

Convenient Amenities:
Enjoy the convenience of free parking and Wi-Fi during your stay at Aberavon Beach Hotel. The redecorated bedrooms feature modern amenities such as en suite bathrooms, satellite TVs, and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable visit.

Book now to experience a perfect blend of seaside charm and modern comfort at Aberavon Beach Hotel.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 2190 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.2
Service: 7.6
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 6.3
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 6.2
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Lesley • solo_traveller • gb
9
Thoroughly enjoyable and would recommend it to family & friends.
Pros:

The property was ideally situated in Aberavon. Taxis were available (neither of us are drivers). The staff were very helpful and courteous, nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were very clean and comfortable and the household staff were exceptional in their duties.

Cons:

No comment

2026-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
9
The ideal overnight pit stop.
Pros:

Ease of access to the motorway.

Cons:

Nothing. It does everything it says on the tin.

2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Pru • couple • gb
6
Adequate
Pros:

The lounge was nice

Cons:

The plaster on the windiw wall was 'blown'. There was no key to open the window.

2026-11-05 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
Offers exceptional value and great location
Pros:

Great value for money no issues with dog great location for a short break

Cons:

Can’t really say anything great value all round

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Julie • family_with_children • gb
10
Best Western aber
Pros:

Comfy bed
Warm
Location

Cons:

Slow service at meal times

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Lee • solo_traveller • gb
6
Ok value for money
Pros:

Location. Friendly staff. Good food.

Cons:

Pool and spa were closed. Water poured through the windows leaving the carpet soggy.
WiFi wasn’t very good.
Front desk was often unattended while leaving spare/used room keys next to the machine that programmes them. Invoices/bills were left on desk and on one occasion a staff lanyard with a swipe card attached left behind on desk.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Claire • family_with_children • gb
8
Nice hotel
Pros:

The hotel was clean & tidy with friendly staff

Cons:

No signs up from M4 so difficult to find outside sinage not lit either

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
M
Melanie • couple • gb
9
Comfortable and clean.
Pros:

Right on the sea front. Comfortable beds and rooms were clean. Staff friendly and efficient.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Gaynor • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lovely room comfortable and clean
Pros:

Lovely clean room comfy bed.

Cons:

Was very warm in room and had to pay additionally for breakfast which was very nice but an extra expense on top of the charge for the stay.

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Liked its location and the staff were accommodating the room was very clean and full equipped

Cons:

The radiator was on full, and the room stayed unbelievably hot all night. I also had a dog, and the room was fine for her; it was easy enough to get her in and out, and there's a small, well-lit patch of grass in the car park, perfect for nighttime wee breaks. Although we were positioned at an intersection in the corridor, so lots of banging doors and people moving would’ve been nice to be at the end of the corridor so there was less noise

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • gb
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Deepesh • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Morris • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

The room we had for our family visit.
The staff were super friendly.
The inside was very nice.
The evening meal was very acceptable, the breakfast was of good quality and plentiful. Staff provided top ups when asked without any problem.

Cons:

The outside looks pretty grim

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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VL • couple • gb
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • family_with_children • gb
6
Always a pleasant stay
Pros:

The location

Cons:

I prefer a buffet breakfast which has changed to a menu

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Nathan • couple • gb
9
Great price and a pleasant stay. Good value for money and great sea view.
Pros:

Room was a decent size with a comfy clean bed.

Cons:

Had an evening meal as in jacket potato. Not very nice and couldn't finish it and couldn't be bothered to complain.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Bamford • family_with_children • gb
8
Old faithful
Pros:

An old faithful,dog friendly hotel, good for a one or two night stop
Handy for over locations
It's better inside than it's outside appearance

Cons:

When it lost the swimming pool and spa around 6 years or so ago

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
F
Flo • extended_group • au
7
It was a good stay - very memorable for us after returning to wales 18 years after we left Port Talbot .
Pros:

It’s close to the beach , Comfy bed.

Cons:

No aircon in the room

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Ray • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

The beds so comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee