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A stone building with a sign reading "SWAN HOTEL" and a bench in the foreground.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A table set for dining with multiple wine glasses, plates, and cutlery.

A view from a window of a street with houses, a road, and greenery.

1. The Swan at Hay Hotel

0.8 km from Hay Festival

Helen

P8,743

P10,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A small pond with a waterfall, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.

A rustic kitchen with stone walls, wooden beams, and a wooden door.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a sofa, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

A rustic stone building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.

2. Hoarders Cottage

1.3 km from Hay Festival

Bernard

P38,595

P46,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An entrance to a building with a view of a hot air balloon in the background.

A room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

A group of people seated around a table in a restaurant with a chalkboard menu listing specials.

A bar with a counter displaying various bottles and a sign about tobacco sales.

3. The Harp Inn

4.6 km from Hay Festival

Chris

P5,945

P7,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a central entrance.

A traditional building with a stone facade, a small pond, and a white picket fence.

A spacious loft-style living room with high ceilings, a chandelier, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A view through a window of a vineyard with neatly trimmed rows of trees and a stone wall in the background.

4. Llangoed Hall

10.3 km from Hay Festival

Darryl

P10,386

P12,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall and palm trees.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a staircase, and a glass railing.

A well-maintained garden with picnic tables and green umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A multi-level gym with a staircase, exercise equipment, and a wooden floor.

5. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

16.7 km from Hay Festival

Katie

P9,442

P11,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A dining area with wooden flooring, green tablecloths, and wooden chairs.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a radiator, a desk, and a window.

A white building with a sign reading "Castle Hotel."

A cozy room with red walls, floral-patterned armchairs, a wooden partition, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. The Castle Hotel

10.2 km from Hay Festival

Andrew

P5,455

P6,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A stone building with a black door, a small patio with a table and a bench, and various potted plants.

A cozy kitchen with a dining table set for four, surrounded by wicker chairs. A clock and a window with a view of greenery are visible.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a window, and a shelf with decorative items.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a sink, and a dining area with a wooden table set for two.

7. 7 Bell Street

10.3 km from Hay Festival

Keith

P24,184

P29,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious living room with wooden beams, a white sofa, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bed with a striped blue and white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

A brick building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs, potted plants, and a bench.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a wooden ceiling beam.

8. Granary 2

19.5 km from Hay Festival

P31,889

P38,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A cozy room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, a white bench with cushions, a standing lamp, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a television, and a sofa with cushions.

A stone house with a grey door, two windows on the upper floor, and a small front porch.

A stone building with a gravel driveway and a picnic table.

9. The Old Shop

7.1 km from Hay Festival

"Well maintained and characteristic property with exposed beams and period features combined with modern decor and facilities. The only thing to be aware of is there is no shower in either bathroom (likely due to low ceilings), although both have a mixer tap with a showerhead so you can sit / kneel and shower this way. Whilst its proximity to the road is close, it was not a busy road, so passing traffic was not an issue during our stay. There was a pub within 1min walk of the property that also...

Dave

P33,387

P40,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A rural road with houses on a hillside, surrounded by dense greenery.

A hot tub with a view of a river and hills, a patio with chairs and an umbrella, and a brick building with a chimney.

A dining room with a table set for four, wooden chairs, a candle, and a view of a mountainous landscape through a window with plaid curtains.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa set, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Pen Y Banc

17.6 km from Hay Festival

"Great location, very friendly and helpful owner (Steve), excellent facilities and very comfortable holiday home ….with 7 days of 20+ temperatures and wall to wall sunshine ! …only very slight negative being that the windows could prob do with a better clean given the great views. Steve’s recommendation of the Seven Stars at Aberedw about 2 miles away was also excellent…nothing fancy about the food but very tasty, good portions and a really nice environment in a community owned country pub."

Simon

P55,217

P66,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A sunroom with wicker furniture, a tiled coffee table, and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table set for four, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A stone building with a sloped roof, a small window, and a door. There are potted plants in front of the building.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

11. Maggie's Barn

10.1 km from Hay Festival

P24,041

P28,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a stone fireplace, a wooden cabinet, a wicker basket, and a leather sofa.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a dining table with chairs, a clock on the wall, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a stainless steel range hood.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, two windows with blinds, a door with a grid pattern, and a white cabinet.

12. Pool Cottage

14.6 km from Hay Festival

P33,387

P40,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden island, and a clock on the wall.

A two-story stone house with a pitched roof, a chimney, and a small attached garage.

A two-story stone farmhouse with a wooden barn, a gravel driveway, and a wooden gate.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden island, and a built-in oven.

13. Rose Cottage

9.2 km from Hay Festival

P46,228

P46,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A kitchen with a wooden cabinet, a washing machine, a sink, and a bench.

A cozy living room with a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A stone house with a grassy yard, a wooden fence, and a small garden table.

A wooden staircase leading to a bedroom with a bed and a nightstand.

14. Buzzards Breg

12.8 km from Hay Festival

P26,368

P31,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A hot tub on an outdoor deck with a view of a lush garden and hills.

A dining area with a long wooden table and bar stools, large windows with a view of greenery, and a wooden ceiling.

A bedroom with a stone wall, wooden beams, a wooden bed frame, a green bedspread, and a window with curtains.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

15. Penarth

14.4 km from Hay Festival

P71,767

P86,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hot tub with a view of a green landscape, a wooden fence, and an umbrella.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a radiator, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A garden with a pergola covered in purple flowers, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table set for four, and a large grey sectional sofa with blue cushions.

16. Curtau

17.5 km from Hay Festival

P62,779

P75,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Hay Festival

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Swan at Hay Hotel	8.8 Excellent 311 reviews	View
Hoarders Cottage	9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews	View
The Harp Inn	9.2 Wonderful 142 reviews	View
Llangoed Hall	9.2 Wonderful 352 reviews	View
The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine	9.2 Wonderful 316 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Hay Festival

The Swan at Hay Hotel

Hereford

P8,743

P10,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor bar area with wooden furniture, a pergola, and potted plants.

A sign for "The Agent's House" with a balcony and a stone building in the background.

A room with a TV, a white dresser, a round table with chairs, and a mirror cabinet.

A two-story building with a green front door, a balcony with ornate metal railings, and a brick chimney.

The Agent's House Bed and Breakfast

Hereford

P8,043

P9,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Llangoed Hall

Brecon

P10,386

P12,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

The Old Shop

Builth Wells

P33,387

P40,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

Kington

P9,442

P11,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

The Castle Hotel

Brecon

P5,455

P6,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A single-story building with a wooden deck, a red door, and a window.

A room with two beds, each with a headboard and footboard, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A living room with a sofa, a small wooden table, a lamp, and a view of a garden through a large window.

A modern living room with a round dining table, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a television.

Country Cottage

Brecon

P35,099

P42,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a white door, and a vase of yellow roses on the wall.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a white sofa, and a kitchen area with a microwave and toaster.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with fruit, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Granary 1

Hereford

P30,819

P36,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

The Harp Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great hosts . Dinner was amazing and so was the breakfast. They actually asked what we would like to eat in the breakfast. We were well looked after. Would def stay again"

The Swan at Hay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The most helpful staff and lovely location"

Other attractions near Hay Festival

The Warren

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at The Warren, a lovely green space in Hay on Wye. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the bars.

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Hay Castle

8.6/10 (29 reviews)

A trip to Hay Castle takes you on a journey of discovery through the ages. This castle, which is part Norman, part Jacobean and part Victorian, has stood for more than 1,000 years and has been a medieval stronghold, occupied by invaders, a patriots’ citadel, a manor house and even a famous bookshop.

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Clyro Castle

Clyro Castle is just one of the places to see in Clyro, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Hay Cheese Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hay Cheese Market during your stay in Hay on Wye. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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Hey Butter Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Hey Butter Market during your trip to Hay on Wye. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

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The Old House

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Hay on Wye when you take a trip to The Old House. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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The Lion Street Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Lion Street Gallery in Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Richard Booth's Bookshop

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Richard Booth's Bookshop during your stay in Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hay Festival?

Hay Festival is located in Hay on Wye. Travelers like this welcoming area for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 30 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Hay Festival?

The Swan at Hay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hay Festival.

How many hotels will I find close to Hay Festival?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Hay Festival.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hay Festival, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Hay Festival.

What can I see and do near Hay Festival?

Learn about local history at The Old House and Whitney Bridge. Surround yourself with nature at The Warren, Sgwd-yr-Eira, and The Tumpa. Planing to do some shopping while in the area? Consider Hay Cheese Market, Hey Butter Market, and Richard Booth's Bookshop.

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Our top choices for Hay Festival hotels

1. The Swan at Hay Hotel

2. Hoarders Cottage

3. The Harp Inn

4. Llangoed Hall

5. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

6. The Castle Hotel

7. 7 Bell Street

8. Granary 2

9. The Old Shop

10. Pen Y Banc

11. Maggie's Barn

12. Pool Cottage

13. Rose Cottage

14. Buzzards Breg

15. Penarth

16. Curtau

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Hotels recommended for families near Hay Festival

The Swan at Hay Hotel

The Agent's House Bed and Breakfast

Llangoed Hall

The Old Shop

The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

The Castle Hotel

Country Cottage

Granary 1

Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

The Harp Inn

The Swan at Hay Hotel

Other attractions near Hay Festival

The Warren

Hay Castle

Clyro Castle

Hay Cheese Market

Hey Butter Market

The Old House

The Lion Street Gallery

Richard Booth's Bookshop

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