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About the Hotel

120 Lammas Street, Carmarthen, United Kingdom

The Boar's Head Hotel, Carmarthen, is a historic Coaching Inn dating back to the early 17th century. Strategically situated in the heart of the thriving market town, it offers a mix of traditional charm and modern amenities. Known for its extensive dining options and comfortable accommodations, it attracts both leisure and business travelers. The hotel is also conveniently located near local attractions, cultural sites, and transportation links.

Location

Situated in the center of Carmarthen, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions like Carmarthen Castle and the National Botanic Garden of Wales. The M4 Motorway, just a short drive away, connects guests to Swansea, Cardiff, and the South West of England. Additionally, the hotel offers a private car park accommodating up to 16 vehicles, enhancing convenience for both guests and visitors.

Rooms

The Boar's Head Hotel features 16 comfortable en-suite rooms equipped with modern amenities like color TV and direct dial telephones. Each room includes complimentary hot beverage trays for added convenience. Family-friendly accommodations are available, with special menus for younger guests and amenities such as cots and highchairs. Some rooms are ground-floor accessible and equipped for disabled guests.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's oak-paneled restaurant offers an extensive menu featuring a variety of dishes, including steak, fish, and vegetarian options. It is particularly known for its Traditional Carvery served during weekday lunchtimes. Guests can also enjoy casual dining in the inviting lounge with options for bar meals and afternoon tea. The bars provide a selection of Traditional Real Ales, ciders, and a variety of wines and spirits.

Leisure & Business

The Boar's Head Hotel has dedicated spaces for events, with the Merlin Suite capable of hosting up to 100 guests for formal dinners. The hotel features well-appointed private rooms for meetings and celebrations, complete with their own bar and bathrooms. Other amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi throughout, express check-out, and concierge services to assist with planning various events.

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6 m²

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12 m²

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15 m²

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City Center

Carmarthen400 ft

Airports

Swansea (SWS) 32.2 mi

Cardiff (CWL) 66.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Meals!

“I had a fantastic meal at the pub with a great selection of dishes. The chicken curry was flavorful and paired perfectly with naan bread and mango chutney.” view full review

Easy Parking!

“The parking was exceptionally convenient, making it stress-free to arrive and depart without any hassle.” view full review

Spacious Bathroom!

“I loved the surprisingly large bathroom, which added a touch of luxury to my business trip stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

120 Lammas Street, Carmarthen, United Kingdom

Map view

120 Lammas Street, Carmarthen, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Parks

Pendine Sands Holiday Park

2400 ft

Church

St. Peter's Church

4900 ft

Llansteffan Rd

Xcel bowl

1.2 mi

Gelli Aur Country Park

Carmarthenshire Falconry

2400 ft

Richmond Terrace Road

Richmond Park Stadium

2900 ft

Pothouse Wharf

Carmarthen Heritage Centre

3300 ft

Skanda Vale Skanda Vale Carmarthen

Skanda Vale

1.7 mi

Museums

Carmarthenshire County Museum

2.0 mi

Train stations

Gwili Steam Railway

2.4 mi

Nearby

Castle

Carmarthen Castle

800 ft

Gallery

King Street Gallery

1300 ft

Gallery

Oriel Myrddin Gallery

1900 ft

10 Picton Terrace

Carmarthen Park

1400 ft

Church

St Peter's Church

1900 ft

Carmarthen Park

Carmarthen Winter Wonderland

1500 ft

23 King Street the old Harding’s shop

Origin Dyfed Ltd

1600 ft

Restaurants

Burger King

400 ft

Blue Street Marlin's Walk Shopping Centre

Sloppy Joes Streetfood

400 ft

Merlins Walk

Morgan's Traditional Chippy

600 ft

80 Water Street

West End Cafe

400 ft

End Fish and Chips 21 Lammas Street

Steamin' Mugs

600 ft

24a

New Stags Head

800 ft

Red Street Behind greggs

Pantri Blakeman

600 ft

31A Blue Street

Mansel Arms

700 ft

1 Mansel Street

Taste of Thailand

700 ft

Market Way The Market

Cafe Bach

700 ft

26 Lammas Street Town Centre

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

6.7

Location

8.0

Service

8.0

Dining

7.0

3/5 based on 252 reviews

#6 of 7 hotels in Carmarthen based on Tripadvisor

Jonathan

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were spacious with enough storage, but the noise from the road was quite disruptive. The hotel's location was superb, right in the heart of the town, but some factors like the early refuse collection impacted my stay negatively.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious with enough storage, but the noise from the road was a downside.

Service

7.0

The service was a bit inconsistent with some lapses in attention to detail, but the staff were really friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, right in the heart of the town, making it ideal for exploring the area.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was enjoyable with a great selection for breakfast, although some disturbances affected the ambiance.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a good range of facilities, enhancing the overall stay experience.

Brian

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.4/10

The hotel is in a convenient location, central to town with friendly staff and a nice view from the room. The rooms are spacious but can be noisy, especially on nights with live music events. The dining experience is good but could offer a bit more variety in the menu.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are pretty noisy, especially facing the high street, but they offer plenty of space. Not ideal for those seeking peace and quiet during live music events.

Service

8.0

The service was attentive, with staff making sure we were comfortable and genuinely caring. They even inquired if we needed anything before being shown to the refurbished room.

Location

7.0

The location is quite good for exploring the area on foot and is ideally situated in the center of town. However, parking can be a challenge, and it would have been more convenient to have access to the hotel's car park.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience is nice, with a good selection of breakfast options delivered to the table.

Facilities

7.0

On the positive side, the hotel offers fresh dishes and operates a bit later for breakfast.

Charles

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is located right above the live music area, which could be a nightmare for those seeking peace and quiet at night. However, the staff were very accommodating and genuinely welcoming. The location is ideal, close to the town center, but parking could be better. The dining experience was disappointing, but the hotel was spotless.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were warm during the night and situated directly above a function room with a party until midnight.

Service

9.0

The staff were fantastic and very welcoming.

Location

8.0

The hotel was very good and close to the town center and amenities, but parking could be improved.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing with weak coffee and order errors, but the hotel was immaculately clean.