This lovely, old stone building is at the foothills of the Black Mountains amid beautiful countryside and views of the Brecon Beacons. It has a restful feel, comfortable rooms and a free Wi-Fi zone. The oldest part of Black Mountain Lodge is believed to date back to the 17th century. It has ample free parking. The Lodge is in the village of Glasbury, between Brecon and Hay-on-Wye, and is ideal for a peaceful country break. A wide of range of activities is available in the local area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
1 queen bed
and
1 futon bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
and
1 futon bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • J
    Joseph
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast staff were great - catered for coeliac no problem at all.
  • Robin
    the United States the United States
    Unfortunately we could not stay for breakfast as we had an early train
  • Leslie
    Canada Canada
    Lovely setting, great set up and building conversion, easy check in and delicious breakfast. Comfy bed too.
  • Mike
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Really nice countryside lodge hidden away, comfortable bed and great food in the restaurant.
  • S
    Steven
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Lovely room, very spacious and clean. Great location.
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    Loved this hotel and the staff. Quiet well appointed clean room and bathroom. Comfortable bed. Everything was excellent
  • Karen
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Staff were very friendly and a lovely room set in a great location
  • Charlotte
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The venue was beautiful! it used to be an old farm but our room felt quite modern. The bed was VERY comfortable. Parking is private and you’ll have many options around the grounds, maybe a stones throw away from your room as well.
  • Rebecca
    the United States the United States
    The owner is the chef of the charming on-site restaurant. The historic stone building has been tastefully adapted to rooms. Very quiet, great parking, and good food. Internet was good.
  • Rain
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    We booked this property very last minute, (due to booking with another property and choosing a room with a bath, on arrival, they couldn’t offer us that and we had a refund). We arrived within 5-10 mins of booking and we were met with a friendly...

Managed by Black Mountain Lodge

Company review score: 8.9Based on 551 reviews from 1 property
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Property info

The Black Mountain Lodge is a delightful, family-run 4 Star Bed & Breakfast situated at the foothills of the Black Mountains just outside the Brecon Beacons national park. This lovely old traditional stone building, the oldest part dating back to the 1800's, is set in its own beautiful grounds with ample free parking and surrounded with breathtaking countryside. Set away from the 'hustle and bustle', the Black Mountain Lodge prides itself in offering a relaxing atmosphere and comfortable rooms, lending itself perfectly for those wanting to just "get away from it all"!

Neighborhood info

We are situated on the outskirts of the Village of Glasbury just 3 miles from the nearest town of Hay-on-Wye. The Black Mountain Lodge is perfectly located for those wishing to visit the area to take part in outdoor activities or to visit the famous town of books Hay on Wye; with its antique & book shops and it's literary festival which is held each May. The quaint market town of Brecon is just a 20 minute drive away to join in with its Jazz festival in August or a little further on to walk in the Brecon Beacons. There is the Royal Welsh Show in July, in Builth Wells just 40 minutes away.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Black Mountain Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Black Mountain Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£10 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroSoloDebit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

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

Please inform Black Mountain Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Black Mountain Lodge

  • Yes, Black Mountain Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Black Mountain Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Black Mountain Lodge include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Twin
  • Black Mountain Lodge is 0.8 miles from the center of Glasbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Black Mountain Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Archery