Celtic Bay Guest House, a seaside haven, offers comfort and convenience. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, meet with colleagues in the meeting rooms or unwind over a cup of coffee/tea in the lobby.
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About this property
Celtic Bay Guest House
Located near a train station, Celtic Bay Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Aberystwyth. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late 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
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Pets
Pets stay free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Offsite parking nearby (GBP 4.30 per day; discounts available)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
On the beach
Beach access
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave (on request)
Shared kitchen access
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 8:00 PM and 12:30 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 5
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 4.30 per day (164 ft away)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Celtic Bay Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Celtic Bay Guest House 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 Celtic Bay Guest House?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Celtic Bay Guest House?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Celtic Bay Guest House?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Celtic Bay Guest House and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around Celtic Bay Guest House like?
Celtic Bay Guest House is on Aberystwyth Beach, a short 8-minute walk from Aberystwyth Station and 10 minutes' walk from Aberystwyth Castle.
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Celtic Bay Guest House Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The property's beachfront location offers lovely sea views and direct access to the beach. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2025
Well positioned
Nice sea view room. Basic but very clean. Enjoyed stay.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2025
Clean and tidy but dated. Could do with some refurbishment. Mattresses uncomfortable.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 6, 2025
Hotel average at best, but it was cheap so you get what you paid for. No lifts, shower in a closet, with carpet on the floor.
Staff extremely friendly helpful.
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
It was perfect,good stuff, clean, perfect room with view on the see, in a few words it was perfect
minciu
minciu, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
Helpful staff dissatisfied with room
Staff good. Room poor.
Hotel.com chat line poor but when eventually got main number for Hotel.com ok to good
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2025
The bed was a bit hard and the parking options are not great, but other than that it’s a good hotel with easy walking access to everything in aberystwyth
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 16, 2025
Central accommodation, right on the promenade. The man who checked us in was friendly, informative with clear instructions. Beds were comfortable and linen very clean. The towels smelled lovely. Plenty of room in the bathroom. Handy to the shops. Free parking outside
Pauline
Pauline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Nice good value room with sea view. Tea and coffee facilities in the room. Would stay again.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2025
Nice place and good value, but tired.
Great view and overall I was happy with the accommodation. Carpet is a bit threadbare and bathroom door needs to be slammed to shut. It was clean and today and for my purposes it was fine. Location is great and the view is amazing.
Nick
Nick, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 22, 2025
Right on the beach, seagulls very noisy late at night and early morning
Plenty of fridge place
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 26, 2025
good location decor and carpet very dated
ADELE
ADELE, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 16, 2025
Great value. Quick check in
Dated decor and not very quiet
Sion
Sion, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Very clean and comfortable, friendly staff, would definitely stay there again.
Zoe
Zoe, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 3, 2025
Ceiling tiles had holes and mould in them.
Mattress was very uncomfortable, could feel the springs through it.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Great forbthose wanting a room with a view
For the money, it was great. View was spectacular and the room was very clean and functional. Very happy with our stay.
JONATHAN
JONATHAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Great view, comfy bed and amazing area. Will definitely be coming back
Dylan
Dylan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2025
Good budget hotel. Will stay again. Staff lovely, bed comfy. Big shared kitchen so you can self cater if you want to.
Mandy
Mandy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Friendly welcome. Great location!
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 29, 2025
The hosts we really nice! The rooms were fine, the seafront views were lovely. However, heat was not on the first night and it was quite cold. Additionally, the hallway had quite a musty smell. The building is a bit run down. Overall, for the price, it was a decent stay and I would come back in a pinch!
Alexandra
Alexandra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Accomodating & Lovely staff and easy to check in. Rooms are nice and spacious. Didn't use the cooking facilities but it looked very well equipped. If you go for a seaside view, the view is lovely.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 13, 2025
Very run down guest house but good location.
Fantastic location by the beach with on street parking, but very run down guest house. Handed a key when arrived by friendly cafe owner, though no direction to room or info provided. Found our way. Dangerously fraying stair carpet, broken old blinds and lights. Bathroom was clean with hot water and good tea and coffee facilities but the room was dusty, the fan broken and very uncomfortable beds you could feel the springs through. Heated argument in early the morning by ( assume) residents downstairs that went on for some time, with no one on site to intervene. A real shame given the great location.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2024
We enjoyed our stay, but the property is a little bit run down. Overall a good experience.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 12, 2025
You expect a hotel but you see a run down hostel entrance. We wind through hallways with ripped shredded carpets. The room faces ocean. Bedding looks white and ironed. Carpets are still shredded to threads! Leaves impression of total neglect by management. Only bright side was cheery man who checked us in (from West Africa I suspect). We left after 1 night of a 3 night reservation. No refund. My advice: Give Aberystwyth a miss entirely and especially this place.
Ruth
Ruth, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2024
Room with a sea view was lovely. Nice to wake to the sound of the sea. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice little extras that we did not expect.
Dakota
Dakota, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 21, 2024
This is very much a budget self catering accommodation that feels a bit hostel/HMO However its situated right on seafront with easy walking to any part of Aberystwyth. They also have lovely little cafe downstairs with lovely staff. Room was basic and a bit tight, but we were out and about each day so not an issue.