Name: Gliffaes Country House Hotel
Address: Crickhowell, Abergavenny, Crickhowell, NP8 1RH, United Kingdom, Crickhowell, Abergavenny, Powys, NP8 1RH, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £153 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

Room info & price Facilities House rules Our guests’ experiences (161)

Gliffaes Country House Hotel

Crickhowell, Abergavenny, Crickhowell, NP8 1RH, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

Traveller photo of Crickhowell by Robert

United Kingdom · 8 July 2016

Lock in a great price for Gliffaes Country House Hotel - rated 8.9 by recent guests.

to get started.

This is a rather imposing-looking country house hotel whose architecture suggests more an institution than a lodging, but once inside we found it to be very, very comfortable, with a choice of public rooms and lots of welcoming sofas and upholstered chairs. The solarium was especially inviting, and the 4 o'clock daily tea with pastries was a delicious option. The setting couldn't be more beautiful, with sheep grazing high up on the hillsides across the Usk River from the hotel. It was so peaceful there that there was no problem hearing the rushing of the river below us. The gardens were magnificent, with banks of rhododendron, azaleas and other flowering shrubs. Specimen trees--many very old--were easily accessible via a comfortable walk around the property, and Gliffaes provided a nice map detailing each of these. The staff were fabulous--friendly, competent and always there when you needed them.

Robert, USA

Beautiful views. Educational Tree trail. Chest of drawers full of board games. Helpful staff. Delicious food. Great place to relax and breath pure fresh air.

Urszula, United Kingdom

The location of this hotel is incredible. Don't be fooled, this luxury hotel is not stuffy at all. Staff are friendly, wecolming and knowledgable. Just an incredible place to stay and so relaxing.

Caroline, United Kingdom

Stunning country location with superb grounds, staff and excellent restaurant and wine list

John, New Zealand

A superb family-run hotel. Superb in every respect!

Mark, United Kingdom

Friendly staff, classy service, quality food, the garden and the walks around the property

Piergiorgio, United Kingdom

Location, position, ambience and hospitality all exceptional. Family run since 1947 and it shows in the attention to detail. Staff all seem very happy to be working there.

Richard, United Kingdom

Clean, friendly staff, period property & family-run (nicer than hotel- chain / impersonal accomodation). Lovely garden and beautiful valley

Elsie, United Kingdom

The hotel is excellent, you feel like you're in Downton Abbey. The staff are very nice and attentive. The grounds of the hotel are incredible and absolutely worth exploring.

Joana, Portugal

The service was good old fashioned top quality service. I sent my parents as a gift for my Dads 70th birthday. On arrival and with no request from myself they sent a bottle of bubbly to my parents room as complements of the staff. My parents loved everything about this venue and will be returning and recommending to others. The afternoon tea was the best they have ever experienced to.

Louise, United Kingdom

Great location!

9.5

Situated in a spectacular position above the River Usk, this charming country house hotel offers log fires, a sunny terrace, locally sourced food and plenty of walking routes.

Placed between the 2 market towns of Abergavenny and Brecon in the valley of the River Usk, this family-run establishment sits just south of the A40.

Set in the middle of the Brecon Beacon's National Park, the hotel has a stunning location, with spectacular views of its own grounds and the River Usk.

With delicious cuisine and friendly, efficient service Gliffaes is the ideal base for exploring the magical Brecon Beacons National Park and walking through the countryside and surrounding hills.

You may wish for nothing more than a lazy lunch in the sunny conservatory with a bottle of wine, followed by a walk along the river and afternoon tea. Then, round off the day with a drink by the fire.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Crickhowell! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9 for a two-person trip.

We speak your language!

Gliffaes Country House Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 16 Jan 2008.
Hotel Chain : Classic British Hotels

Missing some information? Yes / No

Brilliant!

Most popular facilities

Free parking

Free WiFi

Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9 for two-person stays.

Guests love...

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site

Lock in a great price for your upcoming stay

Get instant confirmation with FREE cancellation on most rooms!

Check-in date

Choose a check-in date

Check-out date

Choose a check-out date

Availability

When would you like to stay at Gliffaes Country House Hotel?

Check-in date

Check-out date

Rooms

Adults

Children

Fits	Room type
	Feature Room 1 large double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 301 ft² These large rooms have views of the river Usk and the Brecon Beacons or views of the garden. Room facilities: Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Radio, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Seating Area, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Alarm clock, Electric kettle, Landmark view, Riverview Check-in + / / Check-in date Check-out + / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Small Double Room 1 double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 194 ft² Small double rooms are mainly used as singles. They are all individually decorated and furnished, and have private bathrooms. They offer every modern amenity for today's discerning guest. Room facilities: Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Radio, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Seating Area, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Alarm clock, Electric kettle Recently booked! Check-in + / / Check-in date Check-out + / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Standard Double Room 1 double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 215 ft² Standard double rooms are all individually decorated and furnished, with a double bed and private bathroom with views overlooking the courtyard or garden. Rooms include all the modern facilities today's guest would expect. Room facilities: Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Radio, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Seating Area, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Alarm clock, Electric kettle Check-in + / / Check-in date Check-out + / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Large Double Room 1 large double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 280 ft² Large double rooms include a double bed and a sitting area. They are more spacious than the standard double rooms. Most units are located in an annex cottage, 100 metres from the main building. Room facilities: Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Radio, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Seating Area, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Alarm clock, Electric kettle Check-in + / / Check-in date Check-out + / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children
	Luxury Double Room 1 large double bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room size: 280 ft² Luxury double rooms are more luxuriously decorated and furnished than other room types, with a balcony and spectacular views of the River Usk. The room has a double bed and private bathroom, as well as a comfortable seating area. The rooms feature all the modern facilities today's guest would expect. Room facilities: Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Balcony, Radio, Desk, Ironing Facilities, Seating Area, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Heating, Satellite Channels, Bath or Shower, Carpeted, Alarm clock, Electric kettle Check-in + / / Check-in date Check-out + / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children

5 reasons to choose Gliffaes Country House Hotel

Manage your bookings online

161 independent reviews

They speak 2 languages

Booking is safe

Property surroundings – Great location - show map

Closest landmarks

Tretower Castle & Court 1.2 miles
Blaenllynfi Castle 2.4 miles
Crickhowell Castle 3 miles
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre 4.4 miles
Big Pit National Coal Museum 8 miles
Llanthony Priory 8.5 miles
Festival Park Shopping Village 8.7 miles
Abergavenny Castle 8.8 miles
South Wales Borderers Museum 9.1 miles
Bronllys Castle 9.3 miles

Closest airports

Cardiff Airport 33.4 miles
Bristol Airport 39.7 miles

Are you missing any information about this area? Yes / No

Brilliant!

Good to know

Check-in

14:30 - 21:00 hours

Check-out

08:00 - 11:00 hours

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome.

Free! All children under 1 year stay free of charge when using existing beds.

Free! All children under 2 years stay free of charge for children's cots/cribs.

All older children or adults are charged GBP 23 per person per night for extra beds.

The maximum number of extra beds/children's cots permitted in a room is 1.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Hover over the cards for more info.

Or, take a look at these appealing alternatives:

Llangoed Hall has a review score of 9.3

Looking for something else?

See the 5 best hotels in Crickhowell, based on 1,975 verified hotel reviews on Booking.com.

눱

Review score

Based on 161 reviews

8.9

Superb: 9+

99
Good: 7 – 9

52
Okay: 5 – 7

10
Poor: 3 – 5

0
Very poor: 1 – 3

0

Cleanliness

9.2
Comfort

9
Location

9.5
Facilities

8.7
Staff

9.2
Value for money

7.8
Free WiFi

7.9

Show me reviews in:

English

111 reviews

French

3 reviews

German

3 reviews

Dutch

2 reviews

Done

Sort by:

Other properties you might like:

낞

낝

See all guest reviews for Gliffaes Country House Hotel

Newest reviews for Gliffaes Country House Hotel

23 June 2017

Anonymous
United Kingdom
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눇What an incredible place to stay, a great bar with views to die for and a restaurant with similar views and fine dining made with locally sourced ingredients. Set in the most beautiful garden/arboreum you can set off on foot and walk as far as you want into the countryside,find the river Usk at the bottom of the garden. Its so peaceful with so many birds. Spent all our time outside even though the drawing room and conservatory looked lush!
17 June 2017

Christine
United Kingdom
7.5

“Good value room. Lovely hotel and gardens but overpriced wine for evening drinks.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Wallpaper and décor in our room very tired. Clean however. Breakfast very average for a hotel at this price range, yet good service. Waitresses in really short mini dresses which is fine for clubbing but out of place in a country house hotel. I'm young and open minded but it seemed out of place.
눇great location, gardens and rooms to relax in
12 June 2017

Charles
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
눉The price of the wine.
눇The hotel is situated in a large estate, with many lovely trees and a river flowing through. The atmosphere in the hotel was of quiet efficiency and nothing was too much trouble.
12 June 2017

Paul
United Kingdom
9.6

“Excellent stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Nit picking but the glass of coke from the bar wasn't the best.
눇The whole experience of staying with you was nothing short of excellent, and will be back to stay again.
9 June 2017

John
United Kingdom
6.7

“Avoid room one”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Room 1 was pokey situated above kitchen extractor fan which ran all day and late evening and woke us at 7am the bed was very small and the bathroom was difficult to access at. Ight. When we arrived told not busy so why put us in such a poor room
눇Wonderful setting
9 June 2017

Robert
USA
10

“A relaxing stay in the gorgeous Brecon Beacons of Wales”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉My wife and I have traveled a great deal, and when comparing Gliffaes with other country house hotels in which we have stayed, we both feel that more attention could be paid to the many nicks in the door and baseboard paint, and some of the furniture looked a bit tired. That said, all of this contributed to a more relaxed feeling about the place, signaling that one didn't have to stand on a lot of ceremony, so depending on your point of view, these nicks and dents might not be a negative.
눇This is a rather imposing-looking country house hotel whose architecture suggests more an institution than a lodging, but once inside we found it to be very, very comfortable, with a choice of public rooms and lots of welcoming sofas and upholstered chairs. The solarium was especially inviting, and the 4 o'clock daily tea with pastries was a delicious option. The setting couldn't be more beautiful, with sheep grazing high up on the hillsides across the Usk River from the hotel. It was so peaceful there that there was no problem hearing the rushing of the river below us. The gardens were magnificent, with banks of rhododendron, azaleas and other flowering shrubs. Specimen trees--many very old--were easily accessible via a comfortable walk around the property, and Gliffaes provided a nice map detailing each of these. The staff were fabulous--friendly, competent and always there when you needed them.
30 May 2017

Urszula
United Kingdom
10

“Relaxing short break”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Hardly any reception on the phone
눇Beautiful views. Educational Tree trail. Chest of drawers full of board games. Helpful staff. Delicious food. Great place to relax and breath pure fresh air.
29 May 2017

Alan
United Kingdom
8.3

“Made special by the staff”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉The description standard room is misleading. It's unbelievably small.
눇The staff were superb, nothing was too much trouble.
28 May 2017

Caroline
United Kingdom
10

“Beautiful and relaxed atmosphere,”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눇The location of this hotel is incredible. Don't be fooled, this luxury hotel is not stuffy at all. Staff are friendly, wecolming and knowledgable. Just an incredible place to stay and so relaxing.
28 May 2017

John
New Zealand

2 helpful votes
10

“Superb country lodge”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇Stunning country location with superb grounds, staff and excellent restaurant and wine list
19 May 2017

Hywel
United Kingdom
9.2

Superb
- • Couple
- • Feature Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉Parking spot was rather steep for ease of getting in/out of car.
눇Location was perfect for the race from Talybont on Usk and meeting friends in Crug Hywel.
14 May 2017

Mark
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눇A superb family-run hotel. Superb in every respect!
9 May 2017

Caroline
United Kingdom
7.9

“lovely stay, paid more than i should have”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉I was very disappointed to find guests,, that paid a considerable amount less than we paid for our one night booking, in future i shall try the hotel direct first.
눇The staff were pleasant and polite . The rooms were very clean, and was also asked if we wanted the sheets turned down ready for bed time. Very nice place to relax in.
5 May 2017

Steve
United Kingdom
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
눇peaceful setting, attractive gardens, valley and river views, cheerful staff, comfortable bed
2 May 2017

Piergiorgio
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Wonderful accommodation in Wales”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
눇Friendly staff, classy service, quality food, the garden and the walks around the property

Gliffaes Country House Hotel, Crickhowell (UK) deals

Gliffaes Country House Hotel

Most popular facilities

Guests love...

Lock in a great price for your upcoming stay

Availability

5 reasons to choose Gliffaes Country House Hotel

See availability Property surroundings – Great location - show map

Closest landmarks

Most popular landmarks

Closest airports

See availability Facilities of Gliffaes Country House Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Outdoors

Pets

Activities

Food & Drink

Internet

Parking

Services

General

Languages spoken

See availability Good to know

Search

Frequently Asked Questions

119 guests loved their stay

Didn't find the right property?

We found properties like Gliffaes Country House Hotel that other travellers liked

Still looking? Explore other hotels similar to Gliffaes Country House Hotel

Newest reviews for Gliffaes Country House Hotel

Anonymous

Christine

Charles

Paul

John

Robert

Urszula

Alan

Caroline

John

Hywel

Mark

Caroline

Steve

Piergiorgio

The best of Crickhowell Click here to see more properties near popular landmarks in Crickhowell

Attractions

Golf courses

Landmarks

Monuments

Museums

Shopping areas

Get the FREE Booking.com app now

Verified reviews from real guests.

How does it work?

It starts with a booking

Followed by a trip

And finally, a review

Save up to 50% in Crickhowell

You have signed up successfully

Enter your email address and we'll resend your confirmation

We've resent your requested confirmations to

Sorry, we were unable to resend your requested confirmations

Enter your email address and we'll resend your confirmation

We've resent your requested confirmations to

Sorry, we were unable to resend your requested confirmations

Property surroundings – Great location - show map

Facilities of Gliffaes Country House Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Good to know