James' Place @ Brynawel - Merthyr Tydfil
51.74596, -3.37216Overview
4-star self-catering guest house set in a historic building with direct access to Brecon Beacons National Park
Accommodations
James' Place @ Brynawel offers individually styled units such as The Rafters studio and the Garden Room, each with a well-equipped kitchen and private bathroom. Fresh eggs from the on-site chickens, free honey from the hotel's bees, and Welsh cakes are provided upon arrival. All rooms include mountain or garden views, high-quality linens, and a work desk.
On-Site Amenities & Outdoor Activities
The property has a hot tub and BBQ facilities in an outdoor dining area, along with secure bike storage and a dedicated bike wash down area. Guests can use on-site archery, badminton, canoeing, fishing, horse riding, and a tennis court. A communal karaoke setup, squash court, and bowling equipment are also available for group entertainment.
Location & Local Attractions
The hotel is located within a 5-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park and 10 minutes from Bike Park Wales. Zip World adventure sports, Cyfarthfa Castle (2 km), and Trago Mills (3 km) are all nearby. Merthyr Tydfil town centre is a 10-minute walk, with pubs, shops, and restaurants along the way.
Guest Services & Policies
James' Place At Brynawel offers self-check-in for all guests, with clear directions and a secure key box. The property is child and pet-friendly, with no additional fees for pets. Free parking is available on the driveway and on the street, and all units are non-smoking.
Dining & Food Experiences
Each unit includes a fully equipped kitchen with oil, seasonings, and tea/coffee makers. Guests receive complimentary Welsh cakes, real milk, fresh eggs from the hotel's chickens, and honey from the on-site bees. A corner shop and café are a 5-minute walk, while Tesco is within walking distance.
- Location: 5-minute drive to Brecon Beacons National Park
- Rooms: Individually styled studios with full kitchens
- Amenities: Hot tub, BBQ, secure bike storage with wash down
- Activities: On-site archery, canoeing, fishing, tennis court
- Special Touch: Complimentary Welsh cakes, fresh eggs, and honey
- Guest Policies: Child and pet-friendly, self-check-in
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Badminton
Cycling
Canoeing
Fishing
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Bowling
- Squash
- Archery
- Fishing
Spa & Leisure
- Karaoke
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about James' Place @ Brynawel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 83 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 500 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 56.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Cardiff, CWL |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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