A family-run Edwardian pub-hotel in the centre of Hay-on-Wye with 12 individually decorated en-suite rooms and a well-regarded beer garden.
What's nearby
- Londis next door
- Addyman Books next door
- Hay Deli next door
- Hay-on-Wye Thursday Market Day next door
- Hay Castle next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
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About Kilverts Hotel
Kilverts Hotel occupies an Edwardian building in the centre of Hay-on-Wye, combining a traditional pub with 12 en-suite bedrooms, each individually decorated to complement the character of the property while providing modern comforts. It is a family-run business with a relaxed, dog-friendly approach that has earned it a loyal following among regular visitors to the town.
The pub side of the business serves home-cooked food built around locally sourced ingredients, with a seasonal menu and weekly specials, alongside a bar offering local ales, ciders and a broad range of spirits and wines. A beer garden adds outdoor seating for warmer months, and the whole operation has a community feel that reviewers, including national guides, have picked out as one of its strengths.
Its central position means the bookshops, castle and restaurants of Hay are all within a short stroll, making Kilverts a practical choice for anyone wanting to explore the town on foot without needing a car once they've arrived. It suits visitors who want a proper pub atmosphere alongside their overnight stay.
What guests say
Went for lunch as 3 and had 3 lovely meals, the homemade chips were particularly tasty. Was busy with a nice buzz but still plenty space. Very reasonable prices and quite possibly the nicest beer garden I’ve ever been too with plenty shade/ seating, flowered pathways and even garden games!
a month ago · via Google
I ordered my meal (chicken strips and chips) and only the chips were served. My brother went and asked where the chicken strips were and the waiter said it didn’t go through so had to pay again. The chicken was very soft and the coating was very bland so I couldn’t eat them. The waiter took them to the chef they returned and said the chef said they were fine and would not offer a refund. Very disappointed
2 months ago · via Google
Family went to the restaurant we ordered smt v simple. It ended pretty poorly, with the staff being less than sympathetic. We managed to get it dealt with, but was v bad. Some of the food we got was good. Hence not 1 star.
3 weeks ago · via Google
It was OK. The whole place needs updating. The table service was good but the food was really very average..the kind of thing a relative who isn't a great cook might provide. Also the wine glasses are dirty. I returned the first glass..the rim was mucky...the bar staff quickly replaced it with a fresh but equally mucky glass. clearly not bothered about actually ensuring it was clean. I had lost the will at that moment. It was a Sunday evening..always a bad time to eat at places like this. We are up and were glad to get out, to be perfectly honest.
4 months ago · via Google
People say this pub offers good food, including tasty homemade chips, and a great selection of well-kept real ale. They also highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, reasonable prices, and a pleasant, cozy atmosphere.
Some reviews mention the service can be inconsistent.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Bull Ring, Hereford, HR3 5AG Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Bull Ring, town centre
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.3 / 10 (520 reviews)
- Prices from
- £95 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Hay-on-Wye