Romantic retreats in Wales

Château Rhianfa is a grade II listed Loire Valley style French château. Stuated on the Menai Strait with views across Eryri (Snowdonia), its the perfect base for exploring Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey). Originally inspired by the iconic region of France, this wonderfully restored château once symbolised a token of love between the Baronet and his wife, after he spent over a decade creating this masterpiece for her.

There are 21 bedroom suites, all with private bathrooms plus The Coach House, a three bedroom cottage with wonderful views of Ynys Môn. The restaurant menus focus on quality local produce, seasonal menus and innovative dishes. There are options for private dining, or Le Dragon Rouge has fine views over the countryside for a romantic dinner for two.

4 star Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa is steeped in history. Choose from a range of rooms, including four poster beds and suites. Treat yourself to time relaxing in the woodland hot tubs, or take a couples' spa treatment.

There's fine dining in castle's renowned restaurant, with the freshest local ingredients. Have a romantic stroll in the beautiful parklands, or explore some of the Clwydian Range, a designated National Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). 

There’s something undeniably inviting about this warm, characterful inn, The Felin Fach Griffin. Relaxed and unpretentious, it combines cosy bedrooms with exceptional food that has earned Michelin recognition and multiple dining awards. Set in the heart of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), an International Dark Sky Reserve, with limited mobile reception, and no televisions in the rooms, it’s the perfect place to switch off and unwind.

The seven spacious rooms feature contemporary furnishings, Roberts radios and handmade Welsh blankets for a touch of local charm. The seasonal menu champions locally sourced produce, while the Borders breakfast includes fruit from the kitchen garden, apple juice from the Usk Valley and home-made soda bread.

The Dreaming, is a wellness retreat in-tune with nature, in Mid Wales. Founded by singer, activist and dreamer, Charlotte Church, it sits nestled in the spectacular surroundings of Cwm Elan (the Elan Valley) in the heart of Wales.

The retreat offers short residential stays with daily wellness activities and longer retreats to escape from the complexity of modern life. It aims to connect people back to the land, to themselves, and to their journeys.

Part of the fforest group's luxury yet rustic accommodation offering, the Granary Lofts are self-catering apartments for couples and small groups in the centre of Aberteifi (Cardigan).

Each apartment is has exposed slate floors, reclaimed pine, cosy furnishings and views of both Castell Aberteifi (Cardigan Castle) and the Aber Afon Teifi (Teifi Estuary). At night, feast at the fforest owned Pizzatipi located opposite, then gaze into the starry sky above...

The Harbourmaster Hotel is a charming retreat in Aberaeron, an attractive Georgian town on a stunning stretch of the Ceredigion coastline. Many of the rooms in this waterside boutique hotel have panoramic views of the harbour. The on-site restaurant is a must-visit for seafood lovers, where the chef turns the daily catch into delectable seaside dishes.

Take time to explore the town's range of independent shops and cafes, enjoy sunsets over Bae Aberteifi (Cardigan Bay) and spot the native bottlenose dolphins.

If you want wow factor, the spectacular Roch Castle in Pembrokeshire delivers. Sat high on a hilltop, it has six characterful rooms and panoramic views over Bae Sain Ffraid (St Brides Bay) and Bryniau Preseli (Preseli Hills). There's a seamless mix of historic structure with contemporary decor and all the mod-cons you could need. Tuck in to the traditional Welsh breakfast before exploring the nearby sights - our smallest city, Tyddewi (St Davids), bird-filled Ynys Sgomer (Skomer Island) and the numerous nearby hills and sandy beaches.

St Brides Spa Hotel in Llanusyllt (Saundersfoot) boasts a breath-taking view from its stunning location, on a headland above Saundersfoot Harbour and Bae Caerfyrddin (Carmarthen Bay). This seaside hotel brings a drop of elegance to the classic Pembrokeshire escape with its harbour-view dining, seascape art collection and pampering thermal suite. The decor is bright and colourful and there’s a range of dining options at St Brides, from the Cliff restaurant to the more informal gallery and, for those guests enjoying a spa treatment, the Marine Spa itself.

The spa provides the perfect retreat to relax, unwind and indulge in soothing treatments and the coastal dual treatment room invites couples or friends to fully benefit from their spa experience, with full height windows that slide open to reveal the fresh sea air and gentle sound of the tide. The treatment rooms and relaxation areas surround a restful infinity edge hydro pool and invigorating thermal bathing spa experience.

The Georgian is a unique Georgian style boutique hotel located in the Maritime Quarter, Abertawe (Swansea) City Centre. The hotel is home to 12 rooms, all of which are individually designed hosting a variety of features including Georgian fireplaces, double showers, a roll top bath and sash windows with views of Swansea Museum and the Morgans Hotel.

Blending historic charm with modern elegance, Lanelay Hall has nineteen individually designed rooms featuring super king beds and freestanding bathtubs for a truly indulgent stay. Guests can enjoy fine dining at BLOK Restaurant, relax in the stylish bar, and unwind at the serene spa with its indoor pool, vitality pool, and tranquil garden.