Set among the Cambrian Mountains, The George Borrow Hotel offers cooked breakfasts and wonderful views. With free parking and friendly staff, the hotel is just a 15 minute drive from Aberystwyth. The individually designed rooms at George Borrow have private bathrooms and tea and coffee facilities. Rooms also have a TV, radio and Wi-Fi access, and many have views out over the Rheidol Gorge. The 17th-century inn has a traditional restaurant, serving homemade meals and full English breakfasts. There are 2 guest lounges, offering beverages and snacks by the cozy log fires. There is also a leafy garden where cream teas can be served. Just a mile from the popular mountain bike trails of Nant-yr-Arian, George Borrow Hotel is surrounded by beautiful mountains, with plenty of walking tracks and fishing rivers nearby. Cardigan Bay is a 20-minute drive, and the sandy beaches of Aberystwyth are 15 minutes away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Ponterwyd
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Elsa
    Portugal Portugal
    Dining room with a lovely view towards the hills where sheep were grazing. Garden with view of a beautiful waterfall lying down below. Very friendly staff, and great tasty homemade food.
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    lovely setting for a hotel . lovely food and a great nights sleep
  • Danny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic hotel, with great friendly staff and bonus lovely location

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Amenities of The George Borrow Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    The George Borrow Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Cash The George Borrow Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about The George Borrow Hotel

    • The George Borrow Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Darts
      • Water sports facilities on site

    • Yes, The George Borrow Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at The George Borrow Hotel is from 4:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at The George Borrow Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Single
      • Triple

    • The prices at The George Borrow Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The George Borrow Hotel is 1,650 feet from the center of Ponterwyd. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The George Borrow Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Guests staying at The George Borrow Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish