Seven Stars Hotel - Hay-On-Wye
52.075213, -3.126257
Overview
16th-century guest house with an indoor heated pool in the book capital of Hay-on-Wye
Amenities
The Seven Stars offers a heated indoor swimming pool kept at a constant 31 degrees Celsius, available exclusively for guests. A complimentary breakfast sourced from local ingredients is served each morning, with options including a full English breakfast and smoked haddock with poached eggs. Free on-site parking and Wi-Fi are provided, along with secure bike storage for guests exploring the countryside.
Rooms
The hotel has 8 en-suite bedrooms, each with a private bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities. Many rooms retain original 16th-century oak beams and thick stone walls, giving the building its historic character. The pool room offers direct patio access to the swimming pool, with private use from 8am to 9am for guests booking that room.
Location
Seven Stars is centrally located in Hay-on-Wye, known as the second-hand book capital of the world, with dozens of bookshops, arts and crafts stores, and eccentric shops within walking distance. Nearby attractions include Brecon Beacons National Park, Hay Castle, and local castles such as Raglan and Clyro. The property is also close to the River Wye for canoeing and walking trails.
Dining
An onsite restaurant serves fresh home-cooked meals, with breakfast being a standout offering that includes a choice of hot dishes. Guests can order from a menu that features a full cooked breakfast, scrambled eggs with salmon, and poached eggs on haddock. The breakfast also includes cereals, fruit, toast, and cafetiere coffee, all included in the room rate.
Pet-Friendly
The Seven Stars is a dog-friendly guest house that welcomes dogs in guest rooms, with a policy of accommodating pets for a comfortable stay. The resident dog, Captain, greets guests at breakfast and during check-in, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. Dogs are offered extra sausages at breakfast upon request, a detail noted by returning guests.
- Pool: Heated indoor swimming pool at 31°C
- Breakfast: Complimentary locally sourced hot breakfast
- Rooms: 8 en-suite bedrooms with original oak beams
- Location: Centrally located in Hay-on-Wye's book town
- Pet Policy: Dogs welcome in guest rooms
- Nearby: Brecon Beacons National Park and Hay Castle
- Parking: Free on-site parking available
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
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Essential information about Seven Stars Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 90 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 82.8 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Gloucestershire, GLO |
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