Situated in Brecon, 49 km from Elan Valley and 1 km from Brecon Cathedral, Borderers Inn features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property features inner courtyard views and is 29 km from Clifford Castle and 39 km from Kinnersley Castle. The bed and breakfast has facilities for disabled guests. The bed and breakfast offers a TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and walk-in shower. The bed and breakfast provides some units with city views, and units come with a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fruits are available each morning. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests at Borderers Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Brecon, like cycling and hiking. Longtown Castle is 43 km from the accommodation. Cardiff Airport is 84 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.9

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Danny
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast and hotel was great. Gail was an excellent hostess
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We enjoyed a hearty breakfast, cooked to perfection just the way we liked. It was the ideal start to our walk. Our hostess welcomed us warmly and was incredibly helpful.
  • Shirley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gail the host was amazing nothing too much trouble and very knowledgeable about the area and the best places to eat. Location is ideal for exploring Brecon Would definately stay here again.
  • Toby
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cosy and humble accommodation made extra special by fantastic hosting. The owner clearly loves what she does and has a passion for looking after others. A long list of food intolerances was welcomed as a challenge and the result was a delicious...
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely people and a clean and comfortable room. Great breakfast from locally sourced products. Safe parking for our motorbikes was a real plus.
  • Grant
    South Africa South Africa
    Absolutely exceptional vegan breakfast from Gail. The other breakfasts were, also, well appreciated.
  • Peng
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location right in town, convenient for visiting our friends. Clean and on suite with shower. We were able to park our car in the courtyard but there are parking spaces outside the property (first come first serve ). Gail was excellent...
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner of the hotel Gail was such a wonderful hostess, extremely helpful from the text prior to our arrival through to all of the information and local knowledge on our arrival. We were given the choice of room and tips on best places to eat....
  • Verity
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic quirky building with lots of interesting history, breakfast was delicious with top quality local ingredients (amazing scrambled eggs!). Our room was spotless, great shower, comfortable pillows. But the star of the show is Gail, who went...
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good food at breakfast - wonderful old building which meant that stairs needed to be taken carefully. Easy to walk in one direction to the army museum and in another to the town centre - a little further to the Cathedral.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 130 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Thank you for considering our beloved old coaching house! It is a quirky old building and each room is unique, so we request that you read all the policies carefully before booking or contact us to clarify your requirements so as to be sure you get exactly what you want. We would much rather help you find your perfect getaway (even at another bnb) rather than risk a less than perfect experience with us.

Property information

Situated in the heart of the Brecon Beacons national park, The Borderers guesthouse is a former coaching inn dating from the 17th century. Number 47 The Watton is shown on the oldest known map of Brecon: the 1834 - Plan of Brecon as the Lamb Inn. We have been told that it also masqueraded as house of ill repute at some point. Today, it retains its lovely old character with modern facilities. Each of our rooms is unique. No two are alike. If you have any concerns, please get in touch at least 14 days before arrival. If you require an accessable room, please be aware that our accessable room is not suitable for all disabilities. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements before booking. If our property is not suitable, we will be happy to direct you to the best possible option. We do not accept PETS through bookingdotcom We accept ADULT GUESTS ONLY through bookingdotcom

Neighbourhood information

Brecon is the headquarters of the Brecon Beacons National Park authority. The town is steeped in history, yet offers a wide variety of shops, restuarants, cafes and bars. We have a magnificent Theatre, a Cinema and a fully equipped leisure centre providing many facilities. There are two Golf Clubs nearby. Then, of course, there are the spectacular Brecon Beacons themselves. Pen y Fan is the highest point in the British Isles south of Snowdonia. Fishing for trout and salmon is available on the River Usk which flows through the town. We also have the Welsh Regiment's museum which is full of fascinating facets of the regiments history, particularly in regards to the Zulu wars. The town also hosts an International Jazz Festival every August - recent headliners include Burt Bacharach, Dionne Warwick, Jools Holland, Van Morrison, Amy Winehouse, Ray Davis and many more. The canal, just behind us, offers boat cruises, canoe and day boat hire. There is something for everyone!

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Hindi

Property surroundings

Facilities of Borderers Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

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

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • View

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

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

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Street parking

Services

  • Packed lunches

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hindi

House rules
Borderers Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the parking has a narrow and low entrance. Parking is possible, subject to availability. It is locked overnight but guests have a key for access.

The WiFi is available in most rooms and public areas.

There will be an extra charge for late or early check-in. Subject to availability upon request.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Borderers Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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

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

FAQs about Borderers Inn

  • The prices at Borderers Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Borderers Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
  • Borderers Inn is 450 yards from the centre of Brecon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Borderers Inn include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Twin
  • Guests staying at Borderers Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Kosher
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
  • Check-in at Borderers Inn is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.