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

A hotel named 'SWAN HOTEL' with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a well-maintained lawn.

1. The Swan at Hay Hotel

0.8 km from Hay Festival

Helen

AED 472

AED 566 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A small pond with a waterfall, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.

A rustic stone building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a sofa, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

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

2. Hoarders Cottage

1.3 km from Hay Festival

Bernard

AED 2,259

AED 2,711 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a sink, an oven, and a skylight.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a countertop.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a radiator.

3. Pentwyn Barn

2.6 km from Hay Festival

AED 1,795

AED 2,154 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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.

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

A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a mirror.

4. Foyles of Glasbury

5.1 km from Hay Festival

Richard

AED 634

AED 761 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a staircase, and a glass railing.

5. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

16.7 km from Hay Festival

Katie

AED 553

AED 663 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 four-poster bed with floral bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a television, and a window with curtains.

6. The Griffin Inn

9.5 km from Hay Festival

Mike

AED 308

AED 409 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, a window, and a shelf with decorative items.

7. 7 Bell Street

10.3 km from Hay Festival

Keith

AED 1,416

AED 1,699 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a radiator, a desk, and a window.

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

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

A white building with a sign reading "Castle Hotel."

8. The Castle Hotel

10.2 km from Hay Festival

Andrew

AED 319

AED 383 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A brick building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs, potted plants, and a bench.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with fruit, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a white sofa, and a kitchen area with a microwave and toaster.

9. Granary 1

19.5 km from Hay Festival

"Lovely maisonette. Bedroom, living room/kitchen, bathroom, very very nice. Nice to have DVD player too with a small selection of DVDs. Really nice touch the bowl of fruit, half-pint of milk, bit of coffee (no tea), biscuits and crisps. I gave it a 4 star overall, would have given 4.5 star if I could, would easily have been 5 star if: 1) Fix the potholes on the small road from Madley Plants (understand this is probably someone elses responsibility). 2) Shower doesn't stay in its elevated holder...

David

AED 1,807

AED 2,169 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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.

10. Granary 2

19.5 km from Hay Festival

AED 1,866

AED 2,240 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A two-story brick house with a balcony, a wooden deck, and a fenced backyard.

A house with a brick exterior, a wooden door, and a window. There is a potted plant on the ground and a planter box with flowers.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel oven, a microwave, and a kettle.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a purple rug, and a wooden coffee table.

11. Penylodge

20 km from Hay Festival

Idris

AED 1,640

AED 1,968 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a stone fireplace, a wooden cabinet, a wicker basket, and a leather sofa.

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

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

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a dining table with chairs, a clock on the wall, and a window with a view.

12. Pool Cottage

14.6 km from Hay Festival

AED 1,954

AED 2,345 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A two-story stone house with a pitched roof, a chimney, and a small attached garage.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a wooden island, and a built-in oven.

A two-story stone farmhouse with a wooden barn, a gravel driveway, and a wooden gate.

13. Rose Cottage

9.2 km from Hay Festival

AED 2,711

AED 2,711 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone building with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a garden path.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A stone house with a gabled roof and a large front porch, surrounded by a fenced field and trees.

A kitchen with a stone wall, wooden cabinets, a large island, and a view to a living area.

14. Blaen Henllan

12.6 km from Hay Festival

AED 2,050

AED 2,460 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A stone building with two white doors, a bench, and a small porch area.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a plaid chair, a bookshelf, and a staircase.

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a plaid armchair, and a framed picture on the wall.

15. Railway Station Cottage

18.8 km from Hay Festival

AED 1,552

AED 1,863 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare top hotels near Hay Festival

The Swan at Hay Hotel 0.8 km from Hay Festival View	Hoarders Cottage 1.3 km from Hay Festival View	Foyles of Glasbury 5.1 km from Hay Festival View	The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine 16.7 km from Hay Festival View	The Griffin Inn 9.5 km from Hay Festival View
8.8 Excellent 311 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews	9.8 Exceptional 98 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 317 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 97 reviews
AED 472 AED 566 total includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct	AED 2,259 AED 2,711 total includes taxes & fees 21 Nov - 22 Nov	AED 634 AED 761 total includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov	AED 553 AED 663 total includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov	AED 308 AED 409 total includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct

Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect quaint cottage in a central but quiet spot, in a wonderful town. Everything you need in Hay especially for book lovers. Will hopefully be returning in the future, when we’ve saved enough for more books :)"

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."

A stylish family house close to the centre of Hay-on-Wye

8/10 Good

"Great location, parking was great addition. I think that the house is a work in progress- upstairs and front rooms appeared to have been renovated ( although couldn’t turn on hot tap on bathroom sink and main lights in bedroom didn’t light - we were ok using the side lights)Kitchen and lean to in need of updating, and garden needs attention. However I would return as it was clean, comfortable and in great location"

The Swan at Hay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The most helpful staff and lovely location"

Romantic quirky cottage in Hay On Wye

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely little terraced cottage very close to the centre of Hay. The hosts communication was perfect and we would thoroughly recommend this property for a romantic getaway."

4 bedroom accommodation in Hay-on-Wye

10/10 Excellent

"The Courthouse was perfect for what we required - easy to walk to the centre of Hay on Wye and all its bookshops and other unique shops, cafe's, pubs and restaurants. Having a bedroom and bathroom on the level access ground floor was ideal for our party (one could not manage stairs) The house was lovely and warm and cosy to come back too after some hours of book searching! Everything was as described and access via key lock worked well. We enjoyed our welcome pack to include fresh milk and a bottle of wine. The TV Firestick took a little working out, but we did in the end find the channels we wanted - perhaps a basic note with instructions? We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and will definately be back."

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)

After visiting Hay Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hay on Wye. Wander around the gardens in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its bars.

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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. Pentwyn Barn

4. Foyles of Glasbury

5. The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

6. The Griffin Inn

7. 7 Bell Street

8. The Castle Hotel

9. Granary 1

10. Granary 2

11. Penylodge

12. Pool Cottage

13. Rose Cottage

14. Blaen Henllan

15. Railway Station Cottage

Compare top hotels near Hay Festival

The Swan at Hay Hotel

Hoarders Cottage

Foyles of Glasbury

The Burton Hotel and Cloud Nine

The Griffin Inn

Top Hay Festival Hotel Reviews

Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi

Hoarders Cottage

A stylish family house close to the centre of Hay-on-Wye

The Swan at Hay Hotel

Romantic quirky cottage in Hay On Wye

4 bedroom accommodation in Hay-on-Wye

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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