Helmsman Guesthouse

2.0 star property

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Dining
Interior
Beach nearby
Double Room, Sea View | Free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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43 Marine Terrace, Aberystwyth, Wales, SY23 2BX
  • Place, Aberystwyth Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aberystwyth Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Aberystwyth University
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Aberystwyth

Helmsman Guesthouse places you next to Traeth y Gogledd - North Beach and Aberystwyth Beach. The 3 rooms at this guesthouse include coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.

What's nearby

  • Aberystwyth Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Traeth y Gogledd - North Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ceredigion Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Aberystwyth Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Aberystwyth University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Aberystwyth Station - 7 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Medina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bottle and Barrel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Glengower Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Helmsman Guesthouse

Guests of Helmsman Guesthouse enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 to 18 for adults and GBP 6 to 18 for children

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 6.00 to 18.00 for adults, and GBP 6.00 to 18.00 for children

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

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Helmsman Guesthouse Guesthouse
Helmsman Guesthouse Aberystwyth
Helmsman Guesthouse Guesthouse Aberystwyth

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Helmsman Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Aberystwyth, just steps from Aberystwyth Beach and Ceredigion Museum, and within a short walk of Aberystwyth Castle. You'll also find National Library of Wales and Traeth y Gogledd - North Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Helmsman Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Helmsman Guesthouse include a casino at the property?

No, Helmsman Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Helmsman Guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Helmsman Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Helmsman Guesthouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Helmsman Guesthouse offers a full breakfast on weekend mornings for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Helmsman Guesthouse allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Helmsman Guesthouse.

Are there connecting rooms at Helmsman Guesthouse?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Helmsman Guesthouse?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Helmsman Guesthouse.

Helmsman Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and pleasant guest house. The sea view from our room was excellent. Very well situated for town and beach amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t have asked for more! Lovely room, very comfortable bed and an amazing view of the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025