The best hotels in Ceredigion

What are the best hotels in Ceredigion?

Ceredigion stretches along the west coast of Wales, where sandy beaches and colourful harbour towns line Cardigan Bay, a favourite spot for dolphin-watching and sea swims. Inland, you’ll find wooded valleys, rolling hills and quiet market towns, with the Cambrian Mountains on the doorstep. The best places to stay range from charming seaside hotels to elegant country houses and welcoming B&Bs. Our favourite is Gwesty Cymru in Aberystwyth, an intimate adults-only hotel with sea views, Welsh craftsmanship and a restaurant showcasing local produce. For a livelier harbour-side stay, the Harbourmaster Hotel in Aberaeron is another standout choice, with colourful interiors and excellent seafood.

Scroll down the page for our full selection of recommended hotels in Ceredigion or, for a look at different areas, read our guide to the best places to stay in Wales.

The Best Places to Stay in Ceredigion

For Sea Views

• Harbourmaster Hotel sits right on Aberaeron’s colourful waterfront, with 11 individually styled rooms spread across historic harbour-side buildings. Expect bold patterns, bright colours and freestanding wrought-iron baths, plus a lively bar and restaurant serving inventive modern Welsh cooking. The Coastal Path passes the door, and dolphin-spotting boat trips leave nearby.
• Gwesty Cymru is an intimate, adults-only hotel in Aberystwyth, where Welsh slate, handmade oak furniture and local artwork give the rooms plenty of personality. The restaurant uses local produce, while the outdoor terrace is ideal for al fresco dining. Sea views and coastal walks make this a lovely base for exploring.

For a Country Escape

• Nanteos has been converted from a magnificent Georgian country house surrounded by glorious woodland outside Aberystwyth. It oozes classical elegance, from the colour scheme in the 21 rooms and suites, and the huge windows affording wonderful views to the atmospheric library bar. Some of the rooms are well laid out for families with up to two children.
• Penbontbren is a luxury, six room B&B, converted from an old Welsh farm surrounded by 32 acres of grounds, and the beautiful Ceredigion countryside beyond. Each of the rooms is large, and all offer living space as well as bedrooms and bathrooms. The breakfast is substantial, and packed with local Welsh produce.
• Set in a converted vicarage amid peaceful countryside, The Old Vicarage Moylegrove makes a lovely base for coastal walks and cycling. Its four light-filled rooms have sash windows, polished wooden floors and contemporary colours, while luxury huts offer extra privacy. Expect friendly hosts, hearty breakfasts and local ales at the bar.

For a Stylish Boutique

• Albion Aberteifi is a characterful townhouse hotel in the heart of Cardigan, with 12 individually styled rooms featuring Welsh textiles, Scandinavian touches and a calming, nautical feel. Some have riverside views and private terraces, while the bar is a lovely spot for a glass of wine after exploring the coast.

For Families

• Noyadd Trefawr is a beautiful Georgian country house turned five guest room B&B a few kilometres back from the coast. There are three rooms in the main house, plus a two bedroom self-catering cottage. Interiors are simple, elegant and very homely. Here we love the peace, the views and the roll-top bath tubs.

Prefer a Private Apartment or Cottage?

• If you'd prefer the privacy of a self-catering option then browse through the wide variety available online with our partner, Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Ceredigion doesn’t have any large towns or cities, Aberystwyth is the largest, and train routes on the Cambrian Line run from here to Birmingham and London etc. The journey from London via Birmingham takes about four and a half hours, leaving from Euston. Cardiff Airport is probably the closest airport to Ceredigion, about an hour away by road from Aberystwyth, or four to five hours away by public transport.
• If you want to hire a car we recommend you visit our online partner, Rentalcars.
• Ceredigion’s lack of heavy industry, and transport links, has left its Cardigan Bay beaches in beautiful condition, so it’s a beautiful summer destination, and never too busy. There’s plenty to experience here year round, but a lot of Ceredigion’s highlights are outdoors, so it’s more pleasant during the warmer months. Our Gurus recommend April through October. Whatever time of year you plan to visit it’s worth packing your wet weather gear, because like the rest of the UK, the climate here can be a little unpredictable!

Still not sure?

• Refine your search to one of Ceredigion’s centres: Aberystwyth or Aberaeron,
• Expand your search to include all of the best hotels in south Wales, Mid Wales or nearby Snowdonia,
• Or, contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.