The Rock

3.5 star property
Hotel in Blackwood with free breakfast

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Comfortable room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and ample pillows.
Experience a classic room with a vintage vibe, featuring a globe, a patterned armchair, and a wooden cabinet.
Traditional building with a classic pitched roof and welcoming flower-adorned windows.
Guests can enjoy a meal in this dining area with a wooden table and bench, set with a teapot, sugar bowl, and menu stand.
Relax in a cozy seating area with a wicker chair and a convenient table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Tredegar Road, Blackwood, Wales, NP12 1DD
  • Caerphilly Castle
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Cardiff University
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Principality Stadium
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Blackwood

Located in Argoed within 2 miles (3 km) of Bargoed Woodland Park, The Rock is within a few miles (5 km) of Pan-Y-fan Country Park. This 3.5-star hotel has 5 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Caerphilly Castle - 17 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club - 29 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Cardiff University - 31 min drive - 19.1 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 33 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 34 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Newbridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Sirhowy - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Square Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The New Forge - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Rock

Hotel in Blackwood with free breakfast
At The Rock, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles and free toiletries are also standard.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 18 and younger (only guests older than 18 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Rock Hotel Blackwood
Rock Blackwood
The Rock Hotel
The Rock Blackwood
The Rock Hotel Blackwood

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Rock?

The Rock offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Rock?

This hotel is situated in Argoed, close to Bargoed Woodland Park, Guardian - Six Bells Mining Memorial, and Sirhowy Valley Country Park. You'll also find Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Twmbarlwm Mountain within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Rock?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Rock include a casino?

No, The Rock doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Rock?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Rock?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Rock have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Rock offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Rock allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Rock.

Are there connecting rooms at The Rock?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Rock?

The closest major airport to The Rock is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 20.5 mi away. Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 29.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Rock?

No, at The Rock, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Rock Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautifully clean and very comfortable. The owners were very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast arrangements were unique and very nice indeed with a varied choice to eat. Food in the restaurant was superb. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly place to stay, nice warm welcome and went out of their way to make or stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

Excellent

Excellent hosts,excellent everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent customer service. Very friendly and attentive. Only dissapointment was for £95 per night would expect a cooked breakfast option in the morning. Other than that fab stay and and will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

Excellent

Fantastic overnight stay. Lovely friendly owners and staff. Nice room and excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Rock - little gem

Very friendly staff, nothing too much bother, we were made to feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owners were excellent breakfast area was always laid out With variety of teas cold meats fruits jams etc. Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great B&B

Lovely B&B Pub, all rooms upstairs imaculately clean and comfortable. We didnt eat here as at a local festival, but the food looked good. Hosts are friendly and cant do enough for you to make your stay excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a friendly greeting at The Rock and an ideal location for us to visit family. Not the plushest, but comfortable and spotlessly clean and good value via Expedia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Over night travellers

Was a one nite over night stop & was very nice.eve meal was very good .Hosts very helpful and made us feel very at ease. Would defiantly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and an excellent service, rooms are very comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Ian

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

Quality Service at the Rock Pub

A very warm welcome, significant pride in the facility, excellent food and wonderful service. The bedroom was immaculately clean. I had a meeting in one of the local business parks and this was an excellent location for an overnight stay. The only downside was the road noise, especially with the room window opened, however, this was a tolerable negative during a very positive stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

Great place to stay

We had a great weekend Paul & his wife made us very welcome, lovely food great service would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Great place to stay

Very friendly owners, happy to help. Treated more like a long lost friend than guest.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018