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

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.

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

1. The Swan at Hay Hotel

0.8 km from Hay Festival

Helen

₩169,711

₩203,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 garden area with various potted plants and a wooden staircase leading to a building.

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

₩814,374

₩977,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a skylight, a bed with a headboard, bedside tables, and a chair.

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

3. The Agent's House Bed and Breakfast

7.4 km from Hay Festival

Sally

₩169,711

₩203,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A three-tiered tea service set on a table with various pastries and desserts, a teapot, and a pitcher, in a room with a window and a chair in the background.

4. Llangoed Hall

10.3 km from Hay Festival

Stuart

₩219,155

₩262,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A white building with a black awning labeled "HARP INN" and a red trash bin on the sidewalk.

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

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

5. The Harp Inn

4.6 km from Hay Festival

Chris

₩125,443

₩150,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A dining table with a vase of pink tulips, a wine glass, and a clear glass.

A building with a white facade, a balcony with wicker furniture, and a door with glass panels.

A bar area with a central counter, multiple taps, and a wine display.

A mirror reflecting a room with decorative star-shaped hanging lights, a cabinet with glass containers, and potted plants.

6. Foyles of Glasbury

5.1 km from Hay Festival

Richard

₩233,766

₩280,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A stone building with a wooden bench and a gate.

A room with a sloped ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a bed, a table, chairs, and a fireplace.

A cozy room with a fireplace, a chessboard, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a comfortable sofa.

7. Three Cocks Hotel

6.1 km from Hay Festival

Laura

₩163,778

₩240,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

The Griffin Inn entrance with a black and white facade, a welcoming archway, and a framed picture above the door.

A cozy restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a checkered floor.

A backyard with a stone patio, a grassy lawn, and a white building with a sloped roof.

8. The Griffin Inn

9.5 km from Hay Festival

Mike

₩110,894

₩147,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

9. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

16.7 km from Hay Festival

Katie

₩199,232

₩239,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A dining area with a round table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a clock on the wall.

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

10. 7 Bell Street

10.3 km from Hay Festival

Keith

₩510,301

₩612,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

A cozy bar area with wooden bar stools, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

11. The Castle Hotel

10.2 km from Hay Festival

Andrew

₩115,112

₩138,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

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

A glass-enclosed shower with a handheld showerhead and a handheld faucet.

12. Granary 2

19.5 km from Hay Festival

₩672,874

₩807,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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

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

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, a mirror, wall sconces, and a window with curtains.

13. 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

₩704,486

₩845,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

14. 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

₩1,165,111

₩1,398,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A cozy attic bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a floral bedspread, and a wicker chair.

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.

15. Maggie's Barn

10.1 km from Hay Festival

₩507,290

₩608,748 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 modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a stainless steel range hood.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a television, and a comfortable chair.

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

16. Pool Cottage

14.6 km from Hay Festival

₩704,486

₩845,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.

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.

17. Rose Cottage

9.2 km from Hay Festival

₩975,442

₩975,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A stone house with a small front porch and a black door.

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

18. Buzzards Breg

12.8 km from Hay Festival

₩556,381

₩667,650 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 bedroom with a stone wall, wooden beams, a wooden bed frame, a green bedspread, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a leather sofa with a plaid pillow, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

19. Penarth

14.4 km from Hay Festival

₩1,514,344

₩1,817,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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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 Agent's House Bed and Breakfast	10.0 Exceptional 121 reviews	View
Llangoed Hall	9.2 Wonderful 352 reviews	View
The Harp Inn	9.2 Wonderful 142 reviews	View

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"

Hoarders Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely cottage and wonderful hosts, very friendly and helpful. Ideally site near the centre of Hay and a great base for local walks."

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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Hay Festival?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Hay Festival, head over to our customer service page.

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 Agent's House Bed and Breakfast

4. Llangoed Hall

5. The Harp Inn

6. Foyles of Glasbury

7. Three Cocks Hotel

8. The Griffin Inn

9. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

10. 7 Bell Street

11. The Castle Hotel

12. Granary 2

13. The Old Shop

14. Pen Y Banc

15. Maggie's Barn

16. Pool Cottage

17. Rose Cottage

18. Buzzards Breg

19. Penarth

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Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

The Harp Inn

Hoarders Cottage

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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