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The Butchers Arms

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Standard Double Room | Living area
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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The Butchers Arms, Main Road, Pontsticill, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, CF48 2UE
  • Place, Brecon Beacons National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pontsticill Reservoir
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Brecon Mountain Railway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels

Standard Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View | WiFi (free)

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | WiFi (free)

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Merthyr Tydfil

Within a short walk of Pontsticill Reservoir, The Butchers Arms is within a mile (2 km) of Brecon Mountain Railway. This 3-star bed & breakfast has 3 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pontsticill Reservoir - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Brecon Mountain Railway - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 56 min drive - 41.9 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 63 min drive - 32.9 miles

Getting around

  • Merthyr Vale Station - 17 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park View - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lady Charlotte - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Y Pant Cad Ifor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Penydarren Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mango House - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Butchers Arms

At The Butchers Arms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Other amenities at this golf bed & breakfast include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Butchers Arms

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Ecotours
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Rock climbing
  • Spelunking

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 10 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Butchers Arms Merthyr Tydfil
The Butchers Arms Bed & breakfast
The Butchers Arms Bed & breakfast Merthyr Tydfil

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Butchers Arms?

This bed & breakfast is located in Merthyr Tydfil within a short 10-minute walk of Pontsticill Reservoir. You'll also find Brecon Beacons National Park and Brecon Mountain Railway within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Butchers Arms?

As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Butchers Arms on Jul 30, 2026 start from $166, 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 on site at The Butchers Arms?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Butchers Arms have a casino on the premises?

No, The Butchers Arms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Butchers Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about The Butchers Arms?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this bed & breakfast, including a restaurant, couples/private dining, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at The Butchers Arms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Butchers Arms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Butchers Arms serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Butchers Arms.

Does The Butchers Arms allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Butchers Arms.

Are there connecting rooms at The Butchers Arms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Butchers Arms?

The closest major airport to The Butchers Arms is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Butchers Arms?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Butchers Arms.

The Butchers Arms Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place in Pontsticill

I was going to visit the Brecon Mountain Railway and I needed somewhere close by to stay for the night. Luckily, I chose the Butchers Arms. The room was lovely and clean and the bed very comfortable. The food was filling and tasty and I had breakfast looking across to the start of the Brecon Beacons. The beer was wonderful especially the Butty Bach (little friend in Welsh).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at the butchers arms. They were very friendly and helpful. We had a problem with another hotel and Andrew and his team couldn’t do enough for us. What a lovely place to stay. Very clean place. Bed was super comfy had a fantastic nights sleep. We will definitely stay again if in the area. Thank you Andrew and all the team for looking after us. 😊😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024