The Swan at Hay

About The Swan at Hay

The Swan at Hay occupies a Georgian building on Church Street, moments from the bustling centre of Hay-on-Wye and its bookshops, yet close enough to the edge of town to feel a little removed from the daytime crowds. It is a privately owned, independently run hotel with a four-star grading, and its 19 en-suite bedrooms are decorated in a tasteful, contemporary style that respects the age of the building without feeling dated.

The hotel's restaurant draws on regional produce from the Welsh Marches, and the dining room, along with several lounge and function spaces, sees regular use for weddings, private events and small conferences alongside its role serving hotel guests and passing visitors. Public rooms retain a period character in keeping with the building's Georgian origins, while bedrooms have been updated with modern comforts.

Its position makes it a practical base for both the town itself and the wider area, with Brecon Beacons National Park on the doorstep and Hay Bluff, Offa's Dyke and the Wye Valley all within easy reach. For visitors who want a proper hotel experience, including restaurant dining and event space, rather than a smaller guest house, it is one of the more established choices in Hay.