the bar prices seemed a bit expensive for the area.

lively bar good, as too the food

freshly squeezed orange juice had dinner in the restaurant one evening and in the bar on second evening in both cases food was superb and service was

silly trolley in the bathroom; bar service was variable, not enough staff on duty at times

food fantastic, and house wine in bar excellent

you walk in the small bar area looks basic and a bit unkempt which does not reflect the rest of the hotel because when

daughter had a room above the bar where there was singing on the weekend, which i would not have liked but they put me in a room

plus a bar with log fire and butty bach on draft

recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to stop in abergavenny also live music both nights in bar on friday and

in middle of town, breakfast was great, bar in property

old pub with heaps of character. friendly locals in the bar area.

greeted with a smiley welcome they even let our little dog be a massive part of our stay as their bar area is dog friendly if you love quirky and fun with lovely views this is the place to

eccentric, great location, cosy bar area, helpful and friendly staff and lovely breakfast

bar area is very nice and food in the restaurant was bang on

great rooms and great bar and breakfast. would definately recommend

breakfast was great and keith behind the bar was great fantastic cocktails , excellent service

beautifully decorated bar and sitting area

bar area very cosy and breakfast

maybe offer bar food.

the bar offered a wide range of cocktails and wines at reasonable prices

all you could want for including a fantastically stocked bar and gorgeous breakfast served with a smile, everyone we met were lovely

an added bonus is the honesty bar and lounge area which is great for a nightcap

cool way , spotlessly clean , everything you needed for a great break including a top honesty bar and the best welsh breakfast

thoughtful honesty bar for a gnt with a book

always made to feel very welcome and the breakfast are amazing

he keeps or so well and the bar staff are allways happy to take of the

very nice rooms that were comfortable and well equipped with a good bar & restaurant downstairs.

we ate saturday evening 25th january 2025 the steaks were exceptionally good meals gois choice of bar drinks at reasonable prices morning breakfast was worth having thoroughly enjoyed our stay

didn't get the bar staffs names, but they were so friendly, welcoming and helpful.

food in the bar was fantastic and great quality food

no restaurant and bar due to electrical fault - but not their fault ! !

bar and restaurant very airy, amazing views, nice touches in the rooms and food was delicious

old coaching house type building fantastic restaurant and bar with friendly welcoming

and bar closed at 4pm on a sunday

views with comforting sound of lazy river, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, cosy bar for family card games before bed, delicious breakfast, excellent location for exploring

good selection of local beers in the bar and comprehensive menu for evening meal in restaurant

staffed in the bar and restaurant at the weekend

very comfortable and clean and perfect location. buzzy bar and restaurant downstairs as well

warm welcome to the dragon inn and check-in was completed while we had a drink in the cosy bar by the fire

atmosphere in the bar was relaxed & it was good to see a busy restaurant on a tuesday night

has exceptional, space and cleanliness with access from a terrace overlooking the courtyard and bar garden

control in room 28 extremely difficult to operate - evening meal was average at best in bar area

cute, tidy and cosy rooms. bar was extremely well done and the restaurant service was 10/10.

great service in the bar and the food was

although the bar and restaurant are always busy the service is prompt and there is always a smile and a pleasant

dined in the pub bar which was full of locals eating and drinking midweek,this gave a lovely casual atmosphere

were very friendly in the bar area and all staff were polite and helpful

lovely traditional pub and bar and the friendliest staff

modern comfy rooms , fantastic bar and atmosphere , staff very helpful and friendly.

quite a busy bar and restaurant

excellent breakfast and bar meals/menu

the manager & bar staff went above & beyond to make sure we had an amazing time

room had a superb view bar was cozy and food in restaurant was excellent staff friendly and

complete experience was a delight from check in to a lovely room, bar and restaurant

the bar area is relaxing and outside seating gives you those wonderful views

pool tabke in the bar with plenty of seating for enjoy a meal or a drink

more of a bar area although we appreciate it is more of an eatery.

from the lovely ladies who were at the bar and the chef who catered for us very late after delayed trains, to the owners who are equally

bar and restaurant area are comfortable and busy

in a quite location with good parking

awsome breakfast comfortable bed friendly staff and a bar which was unexpected

it's a b&b hotel, so no lunch or evening food but they are just having a bar installed

there was no communal lounge or bar though the manager informed that the hotel will be accommodating a bar very shortly with the

bar and quality of breakfast

there is a bar there and very reasonable prices, the staff are helpful, polite and friendly

how overjoyed was i to spy a comfortable lounge area complete with a bar and a dining area; what a lucky find

comfortable, clean rooms, pleasant staff, easy check-in, strategic location, nice bar area, well-lit car park

bar available with reasonable prices

coffee, breakfast and small bar in reception

we had a drink in the bar but no food so unable to comment on breakfast

friendly staff, good parking, the food and bar looked great however i didn’t have any food.

the bar in the pub was very entertaining and the locals are so friendly

available from the premisise but easy to get to tesco/kfc /morrisons all within a 5 min drive bar shut early on the saturday night that was a shame

outstanding, warm hospitality with excellent breakfast and superb bar and food for dinner

placed for access to brecon beacons and lovely scenery great bar and restaurant - staff very friendly good parking tea and coffee available in

the staff who greeted me at the bar, in spite of having to shout over the bar noise, were very friendly and welcoming

top class staff, rooms, bar & food

had played rugby that day - so there was a bit of noise from the bar which could be heard in our room

very lively bar area with a lot of functions and live music

the bar was pleasant, and a lower area near the toilets revealed a pool table

beer was excellent, so nice to get back from a long day, sit in the bar which had a very welcoming atmosphere and not have to drive anywhere

property is beautiful, the bar itself had a great vibe

great restaurant ne bar downstairs but was not noisey in rooms

got home after staying at the temple bar inn for two nights, gino is the perfect host, he looked after myself & my family so very well

nothing negative to say about the temple bar inn.

monday the restaurant and bar closed from 6 p

slight quibble was non-availability of wi-fi in room, although wi-fi was available in public bar and lounge

bit of bar noise, but it was saturday night

i even managed to get a last minute drink at the bar and enjoyed the company of a few locals

great pub,awesome bar staff and hosts. comfortable room,close to work

friendly and welcoming bar staff on arrival, which was much appreciated after a long journey

d it was lovely that so many locals used it)

food was great. good choice of bar drinks snacks. lovely host

the food in the restaurant was lovely and the bar was very welcoming

good craic in the bar very good restaurant food

bar chap was really friendly sorted breakfast and showed us our room, breakfast was excellent and

lady at the bar and breakfast area were welcoming and friendly

hotel was clean and tidy and had a nice pint in bar area

the bar needs updating to be in line with the hotel rooms.

room ideal .bed comfy. bar prices very reasonable

we didn't use the bar or restaurant but it's looked good as did the

man on reception was great and super friendly there is also a small bar to go for drinks in the evening if you weren't eating

were friendly and informative, though we did need to ask where the bar and breakfast rooms were located

the wood pannelled bar was comfortable and as we were the only guests for the first night the lovely receptionist

was never around in bar etc

the room was clean and comfortable and you could access the accommodation either through the bar when it was open or through an external door at other times which was very convenient

handy to have a wind down drink in the bar also

turned up, the staff were so friendly, the locals in the bar equally as friendly

very clean, nice bar , nice breakfast

almost no noise from the bar

location, comfortable, friendly/informative staff. good bar downstairs.

location in monmouth, great size rooms and comfort for the money, nice bar and pool table area, excellent full english breakfast plus nice seating area and parking out

:friendly staff; free parking on site, nice towels, comfy bed, nice toilet paper, good breakfast, bar not too expensive

this is a proper pub with sports bar and a good selection of beer, served with a smile

e re fantastic ) ,fair prices at the bar

i could have asked for help at the bar but i simply couldn't be bothered

bar that was a fab stay and the food is

entry from the street was a climb of approximately fifty steps from the bar to our room

there was some noise from the bar but nothing that stopped me from sleeping

wonderfully clean, bar staff excellent and food fantastic

food and beer selection at the bar also very good

friendly landlady, bar and cleaning staff

bang slap in the middle of town. busy bar downstairs and all facilities were excellent

great bar meal too with excellent

super helpful staff, lovely warm bar area and room was warm. clean.

were first class with the main restaurant offering breakfast and other meals, and the lounge bar offering smaller meals and snacks all day

very clean and comfy rooms. bar meal was delicious and breakfast. staff were excellent!

our room was a little cold and the bar meals are a little over priced

the bar food was good and the service everywhere was friendly and efficient

great hotel nice bar and garden section

it was pleasing to have free safe parking on site the food in the bar was good and great value for money

wee bit noisy but stopped when bar shut at 10pm so not much inconvenience

it s a lovely hotel downstairs is a bar and restaurant

bar downstairs also serving variety of snacks and food, we did not eat here but menu looked good

the bar downstairs was good atmosphere the staff are friendly and very helpful

breakfast was left in the room which consisted of fantastic local yoghurt, home made granola,

nice breakfast left for us in the cabin - granola, jersey milk, apple juice, v good bread, tea, coffee

cabin was beautiful - breakfast delicious and bathroom products

delicious breakfast left in the fridge

very welcoming people and the food was great massive portions for a good price pool table in the bar area and the beer was cheap

oven and kitchen cannot be used for insurance reasons (fridge and microwave are available)

wifi didn't work, kitchen facilities not as described

it had a loveley kitchen and had everything to offer

kitchen was useful

bar

the staff in the golf shop and bar were excellent, they went out of their way for us when they didn't have to, and made us feel at

bar well stocked if a little pricey for people on a budget

the restaurant was so lovely, with amazing food, and the bar was nice too, with an outside area overlooking the golf course

been with boys room very good bar /restoran quality and good food nice stuff nice and polite i like and back to stay if this

friendliness of the staff and the ambience of the bar and dining area

very little. i think i preferred the old long bar layout.

staff were friendly, bar snacks good, good range of beers

commodities where excellent, the restaurant served fresh delicious food and the bar has an extensive selection of alcohols at very good prices, would definitely be coming back

well stocked bar with a choice of draft local ales, gins, cognacs and liqueurs

the bar staff the waitresses the golf course everything has been sensational

arrived late and headed to the bar to catch up on some emails and a glass of wine after a long drive, the total relaxed ambience

beautiful we ate at the newbridge on usk restaurant and went back to the merlins bar and from the start to finsh the staff where 5 star the room was spotless

the service in merlin s bar was slow, took a while to wait for service and then a while to wait for our drinks

an issue here but i will say that the bathrooms off the lobby near the mall, and in merlins bar were freezing

lovely library & bar to relax in with open fire

dog friendly hotel ; bar area dog friendly restaurant dog friendly staff very friendly room stylish, bed mattress comfy,

beautiful views from rooms and bar terrace

us- we had a beautiful room complete with dog treats, dog bed and bowls, we were allowed in the bar with them and onto to have dinner- would very much recommrmend

in the hotel for one night after a days walking in the brecon beacons, used the hotel bar and restaurant

we arrived to a warm welcome and joined others in the bar restaurant area and ate the most amazing fish and chips

restaurant food a little 'chip' heavy but like the bar prices was sensible

good continental breakfast. friendly staff. easy parking. near town centre. sensible bar prices.

over the bar meant i could hear chatter and tv until the early hours but i was aware the hotel had a public

enjoyed a few beers in the bar with fellow guests

bar and restaurant easy to access

lady at bar in lobby bar wasn't very helpful very grumpy

excellent. the restaurant & bar are superb. staff were fantastic

service in the bar for food wasn't great but it didn't ruin our stay

lovely spacious ambience in the main reception and bar areas, beautiful gardens, lovely rooms.

fantastic facility with great bar selection and beautiful food

there was a lot we didn t even take advantage of: the bar downstairs looked well stocked

the location to the icc room was clean and very comfortable shower amazing with elemis products bar was well stocked with friendly staff large car park with reasonable overnight

staff and facilities was above and beyond my expectations excellent value for money nice bar and restaurant to relax in will definitely stay

ar and restaurant) choices are very good

fabulous staff bar and restaurant.

bar had a good choice of real ale and the food was excellent

comortable room, the bar meal and beer. value for money

bar prices good

bit noisy in room up to bar closing,but only what you would expect

bar staff and locals were friendly, didn't try the food as i ate elsewhere but i would stay again

friendly staff on reception and also in bar and at breakfast

staff in the bar and reception were very friendly and accommodating

staff comfortable room nice bar area good breakfast and ev charge point a bonus

good bar menu

bar man in the cellar bar samual

night as i was going to a football match in cardiff, surprised how reasonable drinks were in the bar during happy hour

would have preferred at merlin s restaurant to order food quickly at the bar this seemed to be a service bottle neck

lot's on offer to do, breakfast was excellent and beautiful spots to enjoy drinks from whichever bar you went

need umbrellas outside with tables by bar as directly in sun too hot to have drink

bar menu was excellent, we had fish and chips the portions were huge, when we got back from our

beds were very comfortable the rooms were very clean the reception staff were very helpful the bar staff were exceptional they were very nice and helpful and were happy to bring food to our

the chef cooked me a wonderful vegan bar

bar was very colourful and layed out really well ,bar staff very polite ,professional and

the guys who ran the bar were friendly and the reception staff were so accommodating

noisy in the evening untill late, karaoke and music from the bar underneath the room was going on till late, the outside tables were very noisy, the evenings we

bar and restaurant staff were very helpful, food was reasonably priced and very good

lovely bar staff

in the bar friendly and helpful didn't think they were linked to hotel but still helped during opening

but personnel from the bar help me

newly opened and the room, receptions and bar area were fantastic

the on-site bar and restaurant offered a decent selection of dishes and drinks at reasonable prices

make shift bar because there was a function on on the 3rd gloor

friendly and efficient staff from reception to bar and restaurant

bar staff decided to close its draught beer pumps for cleaning at 10

bar staff were amusing and engaging

room comfortable and spotless. bar staff attentive and restaurant/ food generally was excellent.

big shout to trevor, lisa and the bar tender in the

very friendly and welcoming and were very obliging when we wanted to have a final drink in the bar when it was technically closed, we were not rushed to finish our drinks in teh lounge

my default hotel to stay at. clean, warm, friendly. great bar and exceptional food.

we ate there both nights, once in the bar and once in the restaurant

ample parking, lovely garden area, cosy bar / restaurant and beautiful rooms

the restaurant and bar are decorated nicely, are very welcoming and the attention to detail is fabulous

arrival, the staff greeted us at the bar

arrived before our check-in time but liked that we could sit and have a drink at the bar and watch some sports before check in

loved the large room, large comfortable bed, the welcoming bar with real ale and most importantly the staff were great

really nice bar area

we had dinner in the bar in the evening and breakfast in morning, both were good

the bar staff did offer me a menu for takeaway

room was great , staff were fantastic . lovely bar and outside area

there is a lounge area for guests to relax in with a honesty bar which was a nice touch

our room was spacious and comfortable, plus a cozy downstairs lounge with honor bar was available to us

suggest honesty bar explained and room needs to be more inviting perhaps music and the decor needs considering

just superb honesty bar hosts were just so welcoming breakfast wow just a beautiful place to

the service was smooth fast and we cant fault any part of our stay bar at the end when our 6 year old daughter got stung by a wasp

they had a restaurant, bar and cafe on site

we were eating in the bar as the restaurant wasn't open at the beginning of the week, but still plenty of choice

the pub and bar feels like a nice pub, with a couple of very nice local ales on tap, along with the some of the

there is a large covered bar area and a fire-pit for when the weather might be less clement than we experienced

incredible welcome was superb staff brilliant - warm welcome, service superb , great banter with bar staff room was very comfortable, clean , luxurious , everything was

even put a bottle of wine in our room as we were going to be back after the bar was closed - to be paid for the following day

had a great time at the bar with the locals

that was working the bar when we arrived was exceptional, after long day and trying to find last minute accommodation,

in the bar there is a pool table and darts, so there is plenty to keep you entertained

ate in the bar in the evening and the food was fabulous and all the staff were very efficient

delicious home cooked food which i ate in the busy bar with the locals who clearly,and rightly, love this place as it was buzzing

for visiting hay-on-wye, it sits close to the the river with fantastic views from the cosy bar of the surrounding hills

great choice of beers and food in the bar

pet friendly hotel the rooms the bar they even have treats for your

staff were so friendly and helpful, selection of games available behind the bar which were available to play, this was good

after our day out we spent the evening in the hotel bar with the owner and met some of his family which was lovely and we felt we were welcomed with

spent the evening in the bar area and was shocked how cheap the drinks were

closer, value for money, staff were fantastic , breakfast and free wifi such a quirky hotel the bar area was

the bar was nice too and very good service

small bar if one would like to socialise with more than enough space to extend into larger lounge, (could

whole hotel, restaurant and bar is beautiful and comfortable

bar and restaurant were great too

the location, the quality of the building, spotlessly clean, lovely bar food and good breakfast.

bar prices are good and restaurant prices are realistic

it's quiet at this time of year you can't rely on the bar being open til 11pm

at s what i had)

there was a bar in the hotel, a subway nearby and a restaurant opposite

enjoyed the gym & bar in the hotel

clean hotel, room was comfortable nice view from our room, breakfast bar was good, small breakfast but good, not overloaded with unnecessary items

bar staff joao still can t pronounce it ,also lloyd bar manager, mia, joanna ,katy reception

the young lady behind the bar was very lovely

very friendly and welcoming , bar lively with friendly locals , early evening and evenings , good atmosphere and good friendly

bar staff were all pleasant and friendly

dinner was nice and bar was convivial. nice stay for work.

everything was fine including the building, the room and the bar and restaurant

was nice bed very comfy, hotel was nice and the breakfast was nice, staff were very friendly and bar open till early hours

there was a long wait of about 20 minutes at the bar on the friday evening.

choice of beers in the bar (guinness, stella or bud light)

helpful staff really good room, comfy bed, good shower spotlessly clean great breakfast and bar meals excellent

they also manned the bar and were very chatty, helpful

soap bar is provided so bring your own toothbrush, toothpaste, and shampoo

full english breakfast

friendly staff and lovely cooked breakfast. would stay again.

excellent spotless rooms breakfast amazing

friendly staff, food great especially the breakfast

was clean and comfortable, bar was warm and cosy on cold evening, good selection of drinks

the warm friendly service & relaxed bar area.

not a massive problem as the bar the next room over

the wellington was a gem in wales. fresh lobby & bar to relax in. great breakfast.

the bar in the evening was closed and refused to serve us at 9:30pm!!!!

the bar had a good beer and the food was great

this is a welcoming pub, both as a bar and as a place to stay

we loved the bar and the locals they made you feel so welcome

steph was very welcoming good reasonably priced bar with friendly locals comfy beds good price

bar was fun and convenient

of this hotel but now under new ownership it has blossomed further the food was very good , the bar was reasonable and everyone was

everything, staff all very friendly and professional hotel bar and resraurant all lovely

the bar was well stocked of normal brands and also high end brands and was also reasonable prices

stsff at night serving at the bar were pleasant and efficient

room was beautiful and comfortable and very clean and tidy, the restaurant and bar were stunning and the food was amazing

as the bedrooms are directly above the bar that would have been inconvenient for anyone who wanted an early night but we were happy to

the sausage rolls on the bar were nice too

good range on the bar with good prices too

breakfast was in the pub bar and freshly prepared to order

was no noise insulation from the bar below so you could hear conversations between customers and staff at all times of the day

a small thing, the reception was inside the pub and you had to walk through the bar to get to the check in

bar and menu very good relaxing

flexibility and manners of all the lovely staff, the manager, the bar staff the waitresses at breakfast and the housekeeper for our

friendly waitress and bar staff as well

the restaurant and bar have recently been redone and look beautiful

room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast in the bar across the way was lovely, and again, super friendly staff

we didn’t eat at the hotel but did go to the bar staff friendly

the bar area & food was nice enough

everyone we encountered, in the hotel, the restaurant and the bar was professional, friendly and helpful

the staff at the bar were a bit slow seemed to be only one person behind the bar

great bar and location decent

bar was great and the hotel is located right in the middle of the town

great atmosphere in the bar at night

nice bar area & was able to watch the football

friendly staff ,good food good bar prices

you wouldn t be disappointed if you went for afternoon tea, bar snacks, a meal or a function

only criticism was that the food portions in the bar were very small.

food in bar very limited. sandwiches etc are normally a staple on bar meals.

an small bar fridge in room would ve been nice

the entrance to the hotel is striking and both the restaurant and bar serve good food and are worth eating in

the bar service was a bit slow

quite a few people rolled in after the stereophonics gig and he was a bar serving star

good bar and restaurant service

after some work that evening, i had a couple of lovely pints in the bar area next to the open fire, served by a new employee who was polite and welcoming

reception were very helpful and let us check in as soon as our room was ready and the bar and restaurant staff were pleasant and helpful

spacious, well decorated rooms and a wonderful bar area and restaurant

lounge not dining room obviously and we were looked after really well all staff on reception in bar dining room evening porter all really helpful and nice no issues at all really pleased room

the staff are lovely, the rooms are attractive with comfortable beds, and the garrick lounge cafe bar is just great - good wifi and i can work there with excellent coffee and pastries

the bar was amazing, the rooms were huge

our new grandson and the hotel welcomed our family visiting us for the evening in the lounge bar with baby

also some of the other guests being noisy in bar etc

the bar is lovely too, huge garden amd overlooked a duck pond

the bar did not seem to be open at 9pm, but - this is a minor issue.

comfortable rooms. convenient. excellent breakfast. very pleasant dining and bar areas

bar was cozy and fabulous

staff in restaurant and bar friendly and helpful (great menu) (+) food in the pub was fab, as was the bar drinks (+) staff in bar were friendly too (+)was comfy, the shower was great, the staff in the bar and bistro were welcoming and cheerful throughout the (+) i enjoyed the bar and had some of their fantastic food (+)separate building on arrival we were greeted by a staff member who was kind enough to go into the bar area and grab our room key (+)really lovely room and very cosy bar at the pub. (+) the evening meal we had in the pub was exceptional and the bar had a really good atmosphere (+) they have a variety of local beers and ciders on tap along with a full bar and wine options too

plenty of parking

clean, allowed early check in

this was very much above average excellent wifi nice food bed / pillows superb

the owners were very accommodating as i arrived late and they were happy to arrange room service for me

was dreadful you had to run round to get wet,and bar very expensive but nice pub just down the road at half the

comfy location staff bar all excellent

good size rooms, they have everything you need, with being a light sleeper it's great that the bar and restaurant are separate to the accommodation if you like sport they have bt sport and there

a restaurant and bar on site

there is a bar and

again, we want to offer our thanks to mario, stuart, chef and other wonderful staff who waited bar and dining table

service in the bar and restaurant was exceptional and compliments to the chef as the food was spot on

reception, gave me a couple of bags of crisps for free as the bar food had ended

lovely carpeted, wide corridors leading to the rooms and various bar / lounge and restaurant / dining areas, plus patio area's

short time for breakfast 8 till 9-30 and bar shutting at 10pm

good atmosphere in the bar and really wonderful hosts who made you feel very welcome

bar in the hotel, although small, had an excellent range of local beers and also welcoming and

lovely cosy bar with a log fire

building is beautiful and cosy with the fire in the bar we stayed for two nights and ate in the restaurant

in the evenings there is a great atmosphere in the bar being popular with the locals

bar staff but miserable but other than that

nice room, very nice breakfast for 10, friendly bar staff, car park on-site.

reception, bar area and restaurant a very well designed place

restaurant and bar area is nice and modern

breakfast excellent with plenty of choice, service at the bar was a little irregular

biggest downsides was that the restaurant was shut for refurbishment and the bar was not open as the manager was on holiday

the hotel does not have a bar and this for me was a good point, i have stayed in many hotels with bars and very often the

variety for breakfast the bar was closed when we arrived but it was not a problem they brought drinks to our

obviously a wedding venue and as no function was on, the bar closed and no evening food

an restaurant or bar would be convenient

compliments to the chef and the gentleman behind the bar who made us feel very welcomed

very clean. modern looking. bar is a great addition.

for example - saturday morning they set up a table near the bar with tea and coffee so you can help yourself

hotel staff and manager did their level best serving limited good menu to room and allow the bar to be open again to room only

bar staff were brill especially the uni student from northfield he was polite, friendly and very

of room, comfort of the bed, staff were all very helpful and friendly, the bar and choices of food and drink

great bar and restaurant with excellent menu and an onsite starbucks for that morning coffee

the bar and restaurant had 2 huge screens and a few cinema chairs, which made it great fun to watch the

starbucks and bar and restaurant are in the hotel so amazing for when you wake up or need something quick

easy parking good location clean tidy and bar got a lot to do