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The Swan at Hay Hotel

4.0 star property
Georgian hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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The Swan at Hay Hotel offers upscale comfort and genuine hospitality in a charming setting. Enjoy breakfast, unwind at the bar, or relax in the gardens and terrace. The hotel features in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and highly praised staff service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Church Street, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford, Wales, HR3 5DQ

What's nearby

  • Hay Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hay-on-Wye Library - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Old House - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Lion Street Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Warren - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Builth Road Station - 31 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bull's Head - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Antur Brew Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Three Tuns - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Boar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boat Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Swan at Hay Hotel

Upscale hotel
A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at The Swan at Hay Hotel. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and British cuisine. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and coffee/tea in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and 2 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1812 Bar
  • The Garden Room
  • The Market Bar

Things to do

  • Archery

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1812
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Swan at Hay Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Swan at Hay Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swan at Hay Hotel?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swan at Hay Hotel on 4 Dec 2025 start from NZ$265.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Swan at Hay Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Swan at Hay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Swan at Hay Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Swan at Hay Hotel located?

Situated in Hereford, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hay Castle, Hay Cheese Market and Hey Butter Market. The Old House and Richard Booth's Bookshop are also within 5 minutes.

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The Swan at Hay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 297 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive and very welcoming staff. Great menu and food. Lovely independent hotel, outdoor area so pretty. Both enjoyed wonderful stay and enjoyed local walks/activities. Many Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
thank-you always a very enjoyable stay and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel.

Staff friendly and obliging. Food good. Weather was lovely to sit in the garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The grounds were lovely and our room was beautiful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay and enjoy Hay! We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay in Hay

Really enjoyed our stay, staff friendly and helpful. Hotel full of character
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is hotel parking but it is a tight fit if you arrive late. Didn’t use the dining facilities as there are better options in the town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so helpful and friendly- especially Sandy! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfort away from home

A really pleasant night’s stop with excellent food and service. Will certainly visit again when we have more time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice & convenient hotel for a weekend soaking up the atmosphere in Hay on Wye and browsing through the book shops. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We were in Room 1 which is above the kitchen so noisy first thing in the morning. The signal for the TV was not reliable. However, these did not detract from our wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Swan is a wonderful place outstandingly beautiful like stepping back in time original windows wood work etc absolutely delightful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

H Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Swan is a great place to stay, conveniently located near the center of town with easy access to a laundry, an ATM, a Post Office, restaurants and shopping. The staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served and the pub offers light options between meals. Top ratings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful inn inside and out with great inside and outside dining facilities as well. If you only think to visit Hay-On-Wye dyring the book festival you are missing out on all the other wonderful attributes of the region. The walking is fabulous, ancient wooded footpath along the River, Mouse Castle Woods, Hay Castle, the outdoor market huge ancient Yew trees at Cusop's St. Mary's church. If, like me, your purpose is to explore on foot, tuck some slippers in your backpack so as not to dirty the carpets. Slippers are not provided :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We'll be back!

Lovely comfortable room (even with the heat!) with an incredible view. Beer garden was a great space to have a drink in. All the staff we met were so helpful, a real credit to the Swan. Only negative was the price of food was a bit high but I appreciate costs of ingredients are probably huge nowadays with inflation...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and warm. Enough space to relax. Good shower but the bath was a little uncomfortable - too big! Very helpful staff. The TV system is not linked to the internet so can't get netflix, firestick, on demand or catch up.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful room

Lovely clean comfortable room, beautifully decorated! Would point out that not all of the deluxe rooms have separate shower and bath as described on Hotels.com though. (shame as that was our reason for choosing a deluxe room!) Parking onsite and we were able to check in early. Comfortable bars and dining room. Unfortunately our dinner booking was not recorded and we were told the kitchen was closing when we went down, this made us feel uncomfortable and rushed with our meal. Food and service were excellent though. Very good breakfast - good choices on the menu although limited continental options - no croissants that day. We had a lovely stay and would have stayed longer if we could!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating staff, lovely large room and well looked after. Really tasty cooked breakfast, although the cereals table looked a bit makeshift (but this is getting picky). Porter opened the bar late so we could have a few drinks after coming back from a wedding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay with great restaurant at the property. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hay on Wye lovely, hotel well placed to walk around town and a path down to the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good stay, everything completely satisfactory. Helpful checkout person.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Swan at Hay Hotel couldn't have been better. The accommodations, staff, and location were perfect for our stay in Hay-0n-Wye.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Location was good but the hotel was only OK.

It was ok..good location for Hay but a little shabby around the edges and the food was dreadful. It seemed to cater for the local crowd which is good for them so the garden was full of lots of people enjoying the weather and the beer and bar food. I had to queue for some time at the bar to get a glass of wine and the bar was at the other end of the hotel. The TV in the room didn’t work and the hotel was quite noisy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and lovely building in beautiful Hay. Love the original sash windows.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you're visiting Hay on Wye. Good dining options for dinner and breakfast. We loved it and stayed an extra night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025