8 Best Hotels for the Wye Valley

Tudor Farmhouse

The Wye Valley is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty right on the border of England and Wales — so it’s protected and scenic, and in some places, especially where the river forges rocky limestone gorges, quite dramatic. Surrounding the river are dense forests adding to the remote feel (which makes this is an ideal destination for a rural hideaway). Due to its obvious lures for visitors, there are a good selection of quality hotels which can make selecting the right hotel for you a time-consuming task. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a concise collection of the best hotels for the Wye Valley selected on their location, design, service, and amenities. Whether you are looking for a river-side stay, a rural-chic boutique hotel, or a traditional country house — there is something to suit most tastes and budgets. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next getaway?

For foodies

Tudor Farmhouse

  • Whitebrook Restaurant with Rooms is a refined Michelin starred restaurant with eight rooms at the top of the Wye Valley, with views over the valley itself. The facade and the rooms are simple, but the food is seriously impressive.
  • Tudor Farmhouse is set in the lovely Forest of Dean. This picture-perfect country house hotel offers charming rooms and suites, an acclaimed British restaurant, and its own beautiful grounds and gardens.

For a country escape

Bell at Skenfrith

  • The Bell at Skenfrith has been stylishly converted from an old coaching inn into an 11 room hotel with plenty of charm and a relaxed atmosphere; perfect for families, outdoorsy folk, and fishing enthusiasts.
  • Brooks Country House enjoys a serene countryside setting near Ross on Wye. This Georgian manor house offers wonderful accommodation combining original features with contemporary touches. Come back after a day out hiking and unwind in the sauna — a very relaxing choice.
  • Glewstone Court is a luxurious rural choice. This stately home turned boutique hotel, is set in two acres of manicured gardens. Spacious, individually styled rooms are traditionally dressed and the award-winning restaurant is worthy of a visit alone.
  • The Bridge House is a stunning white Georgian house set on the River Wye. Here, the views are spectacular, breakfasts delicious, and there's plenty to keep everyone entertained in the surrounding countryside.

For river views

Wilton Court

  • Slightly up from the valley is Ross-on-Wye, where you’ll find Wilton Court, a country restaurant with rooms right on the River Wye. There are just eleven peaceful elegant rooms, beautiful gardens, and access to excellent fishing.
  • The Saracen's Head is a picture-perfect half-timbered Inn offering modern accommodation and river views. Simply designed rooms are light and airy and the fantastic restaurant is the perfect spot to return to after a day's exploring.

Still not sure where to book?

8 Best Hotels for the Wye Valley

Bell at Skenfrith
Bell at Skenfrith

Abergavenny (Wales)

Monmouthshire old coaching inn turned stylish hideaway - perfect for the great outdoors. Charmingly quaint rooms with chic touches. Superb food straight from the organic kitchen garden. Relaxed atmosphere, family friendly and perfect for outdoorsy types.

  • Foodies - The simple, unpretentious menu hits the right note everytime thanks to the full flavours of locally sourced organic produce.
  • Hideaway - With no mobile phone reception and a deep-black star-lit sky at night this truly is a retreat from everyday life.
  • Country Escape - Surrounded by beautiful gardens complete with fragrant orchard and superb kitchen garden.
  • Great walks - Circular walks from the door. Special walking break packages available.
from $203 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Whitebrook Restaurant with Rooms
Whitebrook Restaurant with Rooms

Monmouthshire (Monmouthshire)

Refined Michelin starred restaurant with rooms set in peaceful Welsh valley. Modern rooms with large comfortable beds and luxury bathrooms. Friendly service, understated setting and exceptional cuisine often using locally foraged produce. A real culinary treat.

  • Foodies - A phenomanal Michelin starred restaurant serving up locally sourced seasonal produce, crafted to technical perfection.
  • Local exploring - Ideal base for exploring Wye Valley, Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. As well as local rambling through the woods.
  • Great walks - Pack some wellies and walk directly from the hotel through St Margarets Wood.
  • Sights nearby - Tintern Abbey and Raglan Castle are nearby, and worth checking out.
from $283 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Tudor Farmhouse
Tudor Farmhouse

Gloucestershire (Royal Forest of Dean)

A picture perfect country house hotel set in the stunning landscape of the Forest of Dean and the Wye Valley. Charming chic rooms and suites, an acclaimed British restaurant, acres of emerald garden, and plenty of countryside pursuits to choose from. The perfect country escape.

  • Views - Stunning woodland walks and views over bubbling brooks and meandering rivers.
  • Active Holiday - The countryside landscape offers plenty of activities.
  • Country Escape
  • Foodies
from $165 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Bridge House
The Bridge House

Ross-on-Wye (Ross-on-Wye )

A stunning Georgian house located on the River Wye with elegant rooms featuring well-placed paintings and a few choice antiques. The views are spectacular, the charming lounge blissfully relaxing, breakfasts delicious and there's plenty to keep all entertained in the surrounding countryside.

  • Elegant - Beautiful rooms, with antique style furniture, expect four poster beds, button back armchairs and pretty finishes
  • Country Escape - A gorgeous Georgian country house with endless country pursuits in the surrounding area
  • Fishing - The Wye Valley and Forest of Dean offers some excellent fishing both on the River Wye itself and its many tributaries.
  • Great walks - Enjoy some of the loveliest walks in Britain to be found in the hillsides and meadows surrounding Ross on Wye.
from $165 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
The Saracen's Head
The Saracen's Head

Herefordshire (Herefordshire )

A half timbered Inn offering modern accommodation and outstanding views across the beautiful Symonds Yat. Ten simply designed rooms are light and airy with crisp white linen, white-washed walls and parquet flooring. A fantastic restaurant is the perfect spot to return to after a day's exploring.

  • Country Escape - A riverside property set in a particularly beautiful part of the British coutryside.
  • Great walks - Take long walks along the river and through the beautiful countryside.
  • Fishing - The Inn provides free licenses to fish on the River Wye.
  • Sights nearby - Visit the majestic 12th century Goodrich castle.
from $114 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

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