Llys Meddyg Hotel & Restaurant

Llys Meddyg, Newport, Pembrokeshire - Explore & Book

"It seems the sun always shines on Llys Meddyg. It rained for the entirety of our drive from Bristol to Wales, but then, as if on cue, the sun popped out as we drove into the charming town of Newport. We've since revisited twice, and the same thing happened each time. Set on the high street, this former coaching inn was lovingly brought into the 21st-century by owners Ed and Louise Sykes a few years ago. After having children, they decided to return to their Welsh roots, and snapped up Llys Meddyg to create a relaxed seaside haven with 8 lovely rooms and a restaurant. Natural materials abound – slate, wooden furniture, seagrass flooring – and handwoven woolly Welsh blankets provide colourful warmth.Food is at the heart of the operation, and on our visit, we found it very enjoyable – locally caught seafood, organic veg and meat reared close by. There's a cosy cellar bar for a pre-dinner drink; a beautiful Kitchen Garden room for summertime eating, and a wood-fired oven for casual pizzas. Families are well catered for, and you can even bring the dog. Cosy in winter, bright and breezy in summer – and a warm welcome all year round. Highs The beautiful beaches and coastal hikes of Pembrokeshire National Park are on your doorstep; and with free pick-up from the train station and a good bus network you could leave the car at homeWe loved the hearty breakfasts – smoked haddock with poached eggs, fresh fruit pancakes with local yoghurt and honeyThe simple, homespun bedrooms achieve that alchemy of being cosy yet light and airyWell-equipped for families travelling with small children, and babysitting can be arrangedNewport is one of the nicest towns in Pembrokeshire and there are several other lovely cafes and pubs nearby Lows The garden bedrooms (especially room 7) can be noisy on summer evenings or if there's a function happening Dinner service can be patchy; not ideal given the pricesA cosy, shabby chic feel rather than an overly polished vibe" - Kate Parsons