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About the Hotel

Spilman Street, Carmarthen, United Kingdom, SA311LG

Location

Ivy Bush Royal Hotel by Compass Hospitality is situated in Carmarthen, a city known as the birthplace of the legendary wizard Merlin. The hotel offers convenient access to local attractions, being within one mile of Carmarthen Castle and Picton Monument. The property is just a six-minute walk from Carmarthen Station, enhancing travel options for guests.

Rooms

The hotel features 79 well-appointed bedrooms, including family rooms and a suite. Each room is equipped with ensuite bathrooms and generous amenities, catering to diverse accommodation needs. The Merlin Suite includes additional comforts such as fluffy bathrobes and a widescreen television.

Dining

Guests can enjoy on-site dining at the hotel's restaurant, which emphasizes seasonal menus using fresh local produce. Specialties include Welsh Black beef sourced from a local farm, offering a taste of regional cuisine. The lounge area and newly refurbished terrace provide casual dining options as well as afternoon tea served with gin cocktail selections.

Weddings and Events

The Croeso Suite is a newly refurbished event space that accommodates up to 200 guests for wedding breakfasts and 300 for evening receptions. The hotel's catering team specializes in canape, wedding breakfast, and evening reception options tailored for gatherings. The garden grounds provide a picturesque backdrop for ceremonies and celebrations.

Pet-Friendly and Family Amenities

Ivy Bush Royal Hotel offers pet-friendly accommodation with a nominal charge for pets, ensuring a welcoming environment for furry companions. Families can choose from triple and family rooms, accommodating multiple guests comfortably. The hotel's child-friendly policies make it a suitable choice for guests traveling with young children.

Highlights

Location: Within 1 mile of Carmarthen Castle and Picton Monument

Rooms: 79 comfortably furnished bedrooms including suite and family accommodations

Dining: Seasonal menus featuring local produce and Welsh Black beef

Weddings: Croeso Suite accommodating up to 200 guests for wedding breakfasts

Pet-Friendly: Accommodation for pets with a £20 charge per night

Event Space: Newly refurbished Croeso Suite with garden grounds for celebrations

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The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals
Twin Room
2 persons
32 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
40 m² 
3 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double Room Disability Access
2 persons
32 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
King Studio
2 persons
40 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around town

Transport options available

City Centre
Carmarthen500 m
Airports
Swansea (SWS) 51.5 km
Cardiff (CWL) 103.1 km

Amenities & services

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General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Skiing
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Spilman Street, Carmarthen, United Kingdom, SA311LG
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Spilman Street, Carmarthen, United Kingdom, SA311LG
Nearby
Castle
Carmarthen Castle
290 m
Gallery
King Street Gallery
220 m
Gallery
Oriel Myrddin Gallery
170 m
Church
St Peter's Church
240 m
Park
Pendine Sands Holiday Park
390 m
23 King Street the old Harding’s shop
Origin Dyfed Ltd
170 m
Gelli Aur Country Park
Carmarthenshire Falconry
390 m
Restaurants
The Queens
200 m
10 Queen Street
The Spread Eagle
210 m
4-5 King Street
Cwrw
180 m
32 King Street
Y Pantri
240 m
4A Jacksons Lane
The Palm Caye
330 m
6 Jacksons Lane
The Coracle Tavern
370 m
1 Cambrian Place Town Centre
Toby Carvery Carmarthen
560 m
Unit 6 St. Catherines Walk
Cegin myrddin
450 m
36 Blue Street
New Stags Head
450 m
Red Street Behind greggs
Sloppy Joes Streetfood
530 m
Merlins Walk
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