Modern rooms with all you need for a comfortable stay Tea coffee abs even Welsh cakes and chocolate awaited our arrival

Stayed in May 2024

Lack of towels, only one bath towel so we had to share. No tea towel in the kitchen to dry the dishes.

The bed was super comfortable which was a bonus. The room was bright and airy. Great location for exploring the Brecon Beacons.

Stayed in May 2024

We loved our stay here. It had everything we needed and more. Charming room, loved the decor. Very clean and comfortable. Met Angela and James (the owners) during our stay. Lovely people. Would stay here again and recommend. Thank you again.

Stayed in April 2024

That we only stayed one night!

Perfect for our needs to be near the Brecons Beacons. Love the decor, perfect comfy peaceful nights sleep. Plenty of space we throughly enjoyed our short stay. The added extras of cakes, milk and chocolates is a lovely touch!

Stayed in April 2024

Sooo... As I am a light sleeper, I could not work out the noise.. i could hear this hummming noise... was it fridge? What was is it?! The only bad thing I can say about this place was the humming sound which I think came from the bathroom fan above the bed... not much sleep for me. Maybe there was a switch to turn it off? Don't be expecting views as such, hotel pub garden is in your view. Just close the curtains. However, it's a lovely little place.

The room was lovely and warm. I brought extra blankets as I like to snuggle up and sometimes I find I can get cold during the night... this room was spot on. Cute little room/kitchen/living room in one. Lovely bathroom too. I first booked the room with the patio on the GF, however as I had to change my stay to one night only, I was given another room on the GF. Which was fine as the room with the patio is better for somebody who is staying two nights or more. No issue there. Also, my two ginger boys (Hungarian vizslas) were staying with me and there was enough room for their crate. Great location to Pen y Fan, 20 minutes drive. If you are traveling with a dog (s) make sure they are wee/poo trained and sleep throughout the night as there is no direct access to a garden/ open field area. If your puppy needs a wee in a middle of the night, you will have to get dressed, go out on the main road and into the car park. However, at the end of the car park, there is a great open area for the dogs, which is spot on. It's fenced off and big enough to do their business before you head to Pen y Fan. You can park right in front of the place, however it might take you a few "driving around" before a space is available. Also, you are not in a country side, you are next to a few take aways shops and local premier inn...

Stayed in April 2024

How clean and you had everything you needed

Very good

Stayed in April 2024

The mattress. I kept feeling I would roll off.

It was clean, warm, modern, and the owner was on hand, yet not intrusive.

Stayed in April 2024

All good!

This is the third or fourth time I've stayed at James' Place. It is an excellent base for all the outdoor pursuits that the area offers. It is handy for a range of amenities.

Stayed in April 2024

The heating was controlled by the host. It was cold and there was no extra heating.

Great location and apartment had everything we needed and was very clean. Host responded quickly with how to use heating.

Stayed in April 2024

I was in apartment 2 and the heating is via an air con type system with a vent above the bed and a little control panel on the wall. It was super noisy and couldn't be switched off, and I really struggled to sleep with the noise.

Spotlessly clean Really great facilities considering the extremely reasonable price. Free parking right behind which was super convenient. Little choccies left on the bed. Lovely touch.

Stayed in April 2024

The local town seemed very closed. Most places that said open on Google were closed with shutters down. So not much to eat etc in local area. However we did walk to the nearest larger town and had a lovely time in the local pubs.

Loved the top floor views. Spacious apartment with everything you needed.Good jumping off spot for local drives to walks etc.

Stayed in March 2024

the heating was not manual controllable, so it was a bit cold sometimes, but still warm enough :)

Easy self check-in, nice accommodation to use as starting point for hiking in the Brecon Beacons. The kitchen is well equipped and the Apartment had enough space for 3 people.

Stayed in March 2024

N/A

Studio was lovely. Very stylish and comfortable. Fantastic kitchenette and bathroom. Spoke to James the host on arrival and he was very helpful.

Stayed in February 2024

There was an unpleasant smell which may have been caused by the drainage system? And not as warm as I would have liked but can understand issues about cost of living prices.

The property was very stylish clean and well equipped. Unfortunately just travelling for work so didn’t get a chance to explore the views.

Stayed in January 2024

Probably not the most appealing location but if you are only using it as a base for sleeping then great value for money

Lovely clean, well decorated room. Ample parking at the back. Information provided by the hosts about the area prior to arrival was excellent. Entry instruction clear and concise. Grateful for the tea, coffee, milk and Welsh cakes. Overall suited my needs for the weekend.

Stayed in January 2024

This is only feedback to improve as I can see so much thoughts gone in to the place already. To go from a 9 to a 10 just few things would help. 1. More light in the room, even with the main light on we couldn’t see well. Perhaps a free standing light would help. 2. Some coat hanging pegs so the chairs done get covered in coats. 3. The doubles a small double which felt a little to small. A bigger bed would be a huge game changer. Merthyr is what it is - you know that when when your booking but the location for hill walks are great.

Perfect for the walking weekend we wanted away. It’s close to the hills, easily accessible from the south east. The room set up was great. Shower worked well, fun clean decor. Room felt really clean Very fresh and well thought out - Amazing value for money and would use again.

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing happy to recommend and go back sometime in the future

All the facilities & the quirkiness , cakes left milk and items from our dog was a welcome touch You can appreciate there’s thought gone into welcoming guests very nice

Stayed in January 2024

I wasn't keen on what I saw of Merthyr Tydfil but as I said previously it is close to gorgeous countryside and there were lots of shops from what I saw- to pick up grocery's and other bits and bobs.There are two or three takeaway places within a few years and a convenience store but we went to m&s for a bigger shop which was a short drive away.

James' Place is very close to some beautiful walks and the recommended drive and pubs were wonderful! Absolutely stunning waterfalls. We were visiting family in the valleys so the property location was ideal. We didn't go into Merthyr tydvil too much, so I can't really comment on it. It seems very industrial and not at all pretty but there are lots of handy shops and the countryside close by is lovely. The staff we met were really lovely.

Stayed in December 2023

Unfortunatly on a busy road but gets quiet after 12

Clean room with pleanty of space and good facilitys.

Stayed in December 2023

A great wee place. Perfectly situated for amenities and very close to Bike Park Wales which was the purpose of our visit. Would definitely use again.

Stayed in December 2023

Felt homely

Nice,quite,clean with a nice little kitchen

Stayed in December 2023

The apartments are cosy and stylish. They have everything that you need and make you feel like at home. The owners are very friendly and helpful. Will be back again for sure.

Stayed in December 2023

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The room was very clean with everything you needed and nice touches (milk/chocs left etc). Communication was very clear also.

Stayed in December 2023

The sofa / sofa bed in the living area wasn't very comfortable to sit and rest your back against the poles and could of done with a lamp when watching T.V as the lights reflected on the T.V. It needed a seat in the porch to put your shoes on and off.

It was quirky and had well equipped kitchen/ kitchenette. It was also nice and warm.

Stayed in December 2023