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Station Rd, Llanwrtyd Wells LD5 4RR Wales
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This was fantastic the staff were very nice and caring. All of the activities are free, fun and free. The area was beautiful and safe with some mesmerising sunset . The beds did were very comfy but sadly didn’t give pillows or duvets . I honestly recommend this to any schools or family’s as a kid who went for a school trip .
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I stayed here fairly recently and I thought that the facilities such as mattresses/pillows could have been slightly improved on.
The food was great quality but I thought that portion size could have been slightly improved on.
The staff here, both activity supervisors and hotel staff were all extremely very kind and friendly and were willing to help if needed.
The activities were amazing with so much to offer!
The wet activities paddle boarding / raft building were great as they challenged you to face your fears. Maybe a couple of more activities could of been included in the package.
Overall, a average hotel and and absolutely amazing range of daytime activities to take part in.
The food was great quality but I thought that portion size could have been slightly improved on.
The staff here, both activity supervisors and hotel staff were all extremely very kind and friendly and were willing to help if needed.
The activities were amazing with so much to offer!
The wet activities paddle boarding / raft building were great as they challenged you to face your fears. Maybe a couple of more activities could of been included in the package.
Overall, a average hotel and and absolutely amazing range of daytime activities to take part in.
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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When I went I had such a great time! The activities were amazing and fun but quite exhausting and the food was delicious.The staff were well organised and made me feel welcome and safe on some of the activities! One thing I would recommend is that you could put proper bins instead of a bin bag hanging of a coat peg because sometimes when I walked into the room I could smell the smell of rotten rubbish but other than that everything else was great. Even though it was a tad expensive, I would recommend this for an adventurous family or anyone who likes a bit of fun.
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Travelled with family
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I went to Abernant Lake last year in April, and it was the worst hotel I've ever been too! When me and my friends walked into our room, it was fine until, me and my friend saw a blood-stain on one of the mattresses. We went and told one of the workers but they just said that it didn't matter and that we should just leave it.
After that, me and my friends decided to go and tell our teacher about the room, and she told the workers that they had to go and change the sheets.
The canoeing and kayaking was extremely cold, and after you were finished they would give you hot squash. Eww. Even worse was, that even though we were crying and shivering they still made us carry the extremely heavy canoes and kayaks back into the shed! Also one of the workers was making fun of my voice when i was crying and he was trying to make me pull out my bobble to put a helmet on. When i said I can't and started crying, he made fun of my voice by talking like a baby and pretending to cry!
Also the rooms were so cold at night I became ill and my teacher had to give me medicine because of how cold I was!
I DO NOT recommend Abernant Lake Hotel to ANYONE and if you want to go somewhere with family in the countryside and play games, then go to Llangranog because that was 100 times BETTER!
After that, me and my friends decided to go and tell our teacher about the room, and she told the workers that they had to go and change the sheets.
The canoeing and kayaking was extremely cold, and after you were finished they would give you hot squash. Eww. Even worse was, that even though we were crying and shivering they still made us carry the extremely heavy canoes and kayaks back into the shed! Also one of the workers was making fun of my voice when i was crying and he was trying to make me pull out my bobble to put a helmet on. When i said I can't and started crying, he made fun of my voice by talking like a baby and pretending to cry!
Also the rooms were so cold at night I became ill and my teacher had to give me medicine because of how cold I was!
I DO NOT recommend Abernant Lake Hotel to ANYONE and if you want to go somewhere with family in the countryside and play games, then go to Llangranog because that was 100 times BETTER!
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Date of stay: July 2019
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My kid just came back from a school organised adventure break (having pretty much hated every PGL/Mill on the Brue trip before). We had trepidations because of some scathing Trip Advisors reviews but this is what they said on their return:
"Best food ever of any residential I've been on"
"Rooms were really clean, spacious with lovely clean bathrooms"
"Mattresses had fresh covers on them (i.e. no stains)"
"Instructors were really experienced older people" (i.e. people in their 30s not teens on summer jobs) and they had a "hysterical time doing all the activities" (and got seriously soaked so pack for that!)
This beats any place they have ever been on a school trip and would go back in a heartbeat here over any other venue.
High praise indeed.
I think its sad that kids can be made to worry having read bad reviews (but hey, that's the internet for you).
I am writing this review to reassure and thank the folks at Abernant for a superb stay. Diolch!
"Best food ever of any residential I've been on"
"Rooms were really clean, spacious with lovely clean bathrooms"
"Mattresses had fresh covers on them (i.e. no stains)"
"Instructors were really experienced older people" (i.e. people in their 30s not teens on summer jobs) and they had a "hysterical time doing all the activities" (and got seriously soaked so pack for that!)
This beats any place they have ever been on a school trip and would go back in a heartbeat here over any other venue.
High praise indeed.
I think its sad that kids can be made to worry having read bad reviews (but hey, that's the internet for you).
I am writing this review to reassure and thank the folks at Abernant for a superb stay. Diolch!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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This place was pretty cool to go to apart from the rooms that were a bit well not so lovely to put it nicely but on the first night at around 3-5 am there was knocking an all walls including ceiling i was on top floor btw. After a while of cowering in my bed thinking i was going insane i noticed that everyone in my room was awake. We found the courage to open the door at fast as possible when the next knock on the door came and when we did so we were greeted by nothing but a shadow that sped down the hall into the corner.
Any body else got a similar experience if so feel free to reach out to me and send me a message via my g-mail
btw i went here in 2019...
Any body else got a similar experience if so feel free to reach out to me and send me a message via my g-mail
btw i went here in 2019...
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Daughter stayed here on a school trip.
Mattresses were stained, rooms and bathrooms were dirty and the food was of a poor standard - even for a hostel.
Lake had dried up, can’t be helped, but added to an overall poor experience.
However, the staff (instructors) were great.
Regardless of how cheap a hotel/hostel is to stay at, it should be clean and food should be fresh.
Hope the place improves.
Mattresses were stained, rooms and bathrooms were dirty and the food was of a poor standard - even for a hostel.
Lake had dried up, can’t be helped, but added to an overall poor experience.
However, the staff (instructors) were great.
Regardless of how cheap a hotel/hostel is to stay at, it should be clean and food should be fresh.
Hope the place improves.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Attended a two day outdoor first aid instructor course here, and I was impressed by the facilities and the history, and the highly friendly and competent staff.
A great place to run any outdoor event. Good food, unlimited tea and coffee and comfortable classrooms. Ample parking.
A great place to run any outdoor event. Good food, unlimited tea and coffee and comfortable classrooms. Ample parking.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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i went on this trip with the school pedmore techlogy collage and when we got there the minute i saw it i new we was going to have a great time the rooms was amazing and so was the food it was deleciouse i had the time of my life i amonly 12 and i did thing that i did not thing i would do like absailing and rock climbing there was every thing there it was just to good to be true.
the one thing that made my holiday was the people there they was great amazing fantastic every thing they were a pleasure to be with and they were funny.
the people that i liked the best was scottie , chris monney (aka monkey) and there was louse and i am sorry if i forgot any one
well the point is i had an amazing time it was cool and i would go back again any time
this is from sammy collins
the one thing that made my holiday was the people there they was great amazing fantastic every thing they were a pleasure to be with and they were funny.
the people that i liked the best was scottie , chris monney (aka monkey) and there was louse and i am sorry if i forgot any one
well the point is i had an amazing time it was cool and i would go back again any time
this is from sammy collins
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Date of stay: November 2008
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I cannot believe the other reviews, i went with my school and cannot believe how dated the building was for a growing company that has just bought another property, the food was sometimes good but once the chicken was not cooked enough and it was pink, the majority of the instructors were nice but a couple were generally rude i think they could improve especially being
a growing company.
a growing company.
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Date of stay: July 2014Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Manor A, Manager at Abernant Lake Hotel
Responded 31 Jul 2014
Hello Joe, thank you for alerting us to your concerns. We take complaints very seriously and ask all schools and groups to highlight any issues while they are staying with us. At the end of their stay, groups are provided with course report forms so that we can continue to offer the best experience to all of our guests. Unfortunately we cannot find record of a guest with the name Joe during the time period you stayed with us, nor a course report form highlighting any of the issues you mention. Please could you call Peter, centre manager for Abernant Lake Hotel on 01591 610250 so that we can investigate further.
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so is there wifi or not
"Don't do room 205, there was a terrible view of dirty pants and random clothes thrown out the window and onto the floor down below!!!!"Read full review
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Frequently Asked Questions about Abernant Lake Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Abernant Lake Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Llanwrtyd Wells Heritage and Arts Centre (0.7 km), Red Kite Sculpture (0.9 km), and Cambrian Archers (0.8 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Abernant Lake Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and kids activities.
What food & drink options are available at Abernant Lake Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Abernant Lake Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Drovers Rest, The Trout Inn, and Lake Country House.
Is Abernant Lake Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 km away from the centre of Llanwrtyd Wells.
Are there any historical sites close to Abernant Lake Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Llywelyn Monument (12.4 km) and Llywelyns Monument (12.4 km).