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The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Carmarthen Castle

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Reception
Exterior
Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds
Restaurant
Shower, hair dryer, bidet, towels
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Your area essentials

Map
11 Spilman Street, Carmarthen, Wales, SA31 1LG
  • Popular LocationCarmarthen Castle4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarmarthenshire County Museum3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkanda Vale21 min drive
  • AirportCardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)90 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Suite

Classic Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Executive Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
5 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Carmarthen

At The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Carmarthen Castle and within 15 minutes of King Street Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Carmarthen hotel include Carmarthenshire County Museum and National Botanic Garden of Wales.

What's nearby

  • Carmarthen Castle - 4 min walk
  • Carmarthen Heritage Centre - 8 min walk
  • Carmarthenshire County Museum - 3 min drive
  • National Botanic Garden of Wales - 10 min drive
  • Skanda Vale - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Carmarthen Station - 6 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yr Hen Dderwen (Wetherspoon) - 2 min walk
  • Cwrw - 2 min walk
  • USA Chicken - 6 min walk
  • Cofio Lounge - 4 min walk
  • Caffè Nero - 5 min walk

About this property

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality

Comfortable hotel, walk to Carmarthen Castle
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 5 meeting rooms available. A sauna, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Carmarthen hotel is smoke free.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. This Carmarthen hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Polish, Spanish, Welsh

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: GBP 13.99 for adults and GBP 5.99 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.99 for adults and from GBP 5.99 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Spilman Hotel Carmarthen
Spilman Hotel
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Spilman Hotel Wales/Carmarthen
Ivy Bush Royal Hotel CARMARTHEN
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality on 19 May 2024 start from AU$112.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Yep, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

The closest beach to The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality is Llansteffan Beach (11 km).

Does The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests enjoy the buffet brekkie here! Served daily, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

No, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 238 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 238 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mellanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Ok
Food was great. Radiator in room didn’t give out much heat so was a bit cold
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Nipun

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Frances

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sanjeev

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
A good stay, staff helpful and friendly, room was quiet and comfortable. The hotel could benefit from some updating, but I quite enjoyed the 80’s vibe. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dafydd

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Deirdre

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023