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The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Carmarthen Castle

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Enjoy a drink at the bar, where a chalkboard menu and selection of bottles await.
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Reception
Two single beds with white linens, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV.
Located close to Carmarthen Castle, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality offers a tranquil retreat with a free daily manager's reception and a relaxing sauna. Unwind on the garden or enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities, 24-hour front desk, coffee shop/cafe and self parking. Previous guests praise the helpful staff for making their stay truly special.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

Relax in this comfortable room featuring a neatly made bed, a desk with a chair, and a television for your entertainment.

Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite

Classic hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a wardrobe.

Classic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, desk, and TV.

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Two single beds with white linens, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Two single beds with white linens, a desk, and flat-screen TV await in this stylish hotel room.

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bedside table, and comfortable chair.

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk for work, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Cozy retreat with a large bed, desk, and chair, featuring a window with curtains and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Two single beds with white linens, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Two single beds with grey headboards and white bedding, a flat-screen TV, and a cozy seating area.

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

Cozy retreat with a large bed, desk, and chair, featuring a window with curtains and a nightstand with a lamp.

Executive Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
11 Spilman Street, Carmarthen, Wales, SA31 1LG

What's nearby

  • Carmarthen Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carmarthen Heritage Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carmarthenshire County Museum - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • National Botanic Garden of Wales - 13 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Skanda Vale - 22 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 90 min drive
  • Carmarthen Station - 6 min walk
  • Whitland Station - 16 min drive
  • Ferryside Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Stags Head - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yr Hen Dderwen (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee No.1 Carmarthen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cofio Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St. Peter's Civic Hall - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality is a great choice for a stay in Carmarthen. The coffee shop/cafe is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the sauna for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Polish, Spanish, Welsh

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 70 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms

Services

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Grab bar near toilet
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6.25 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 25 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per week

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Also known as

Spilman Hotel Carmarthen
Spilman Hotel
Spilman Carmarthen
Spilman Hotel Wales/Carmarthen
Ivy Bush Royal Hotel CARMARTHEN
Ivy Bush Royal Hotel
Ivy Bush Royal CARMARTHEN
Ivy Bush Royal
Ivy Bush Royal Hotel Compass Hospitality Carmarthen
Ivy Bush Royal Hotel Compass Hospitality
Ivy Bush Royal Compass Hospitality Carmarthen
Ivy Bush Royal Compass Hospitality
Ivy Bush Royal Compass Hospit
The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Hotel
The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Carmarthen
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 25 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality like?

The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality is a short 6-minute walk from Carmarthen Station and 8 minutes' walk from Carmarthen Heritage Centre.

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The Ivy Bush Royal Hotel By Compass Hospitality Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
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Bar
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as superb, well-stocked, and plentiful with a wide variety of options. (30 reviews)
  • Plenty of parking was available on site. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

staff are brillant and friendly, very good room
GURJIT, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I really like the staff and the hospitality. Room was really good and clean as well.
Kumudika Ridmani, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

10/10... great service, room well equipped food at reasonable prices staff helpful and friendly cant fault it... will stay again
Robert, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Lovely hotel and great breakfast!
Stewart, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Conveniernt easy walk to town centre
gerald, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Location
Bikki, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel will definitely stay here again
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good place to stay
Pavnil, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The breakfast was cold. Bacon beans etc. In need of some updating
nick, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Very friendly and helpful bilingual staff
Graham, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I've stayed here before and it has never let me down and it didn't this time.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel highly recommend but would be nice if the single bed where mattress filled the same size as the bed frame as it was bit smaller
Perry, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

I don’t write reviews as most write rubbish.
Neil, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

The Hot Tap in the bath did not work at all. Fortunately we showered, and the hot water was OK from that. There was no ITV Channel available on the TV which meant we missed a favourite programme. Considerable noise from the High Street traffic meant that the window had to be kept closed.
Elsie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly hotel with excellent service and very clean. Will definitely be staying there again
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good hotel for price
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good room, friendly staff
1-night trip

6/10 Okay

short walk to town centre secure parking
Philip, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice and clean comfortable bed room was lovely gladly stay again
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great 2 night stay

Great 2 night stay comfortable clean hotel friendly staff and great breakfast highly recommend
lorraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was helpful and great. Decent Breakfast and rooms
Deepak, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay
Janet, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I needed time for myself. Comfy and the option of food or drink at hand if i needed. Beautiful breakfast included in the price. Highly recommended
Mary, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Very tired rooms, 1st one had a leak ,but room changed with no problem ,bar area and restaurant good
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice comfortable stay, excellent breakfast
Raymond, 1-night trip