Hotels with pools in Wales: from spa hotels to family holiday destinations

One of the most wonderful things about a holiday in Wales is the scenery. Wherever you go – coast or countryside – you are met with some of the most awe-inspiring natural landscapes in the UK. The result is one of instant relaxation.

From Snowdonia National Park to the Pembrokeshire coastline, more than 800 miles of coast path, abundant beaches, and 600 castles amongst its unique features, Wales is an opportunity to hike, kayak, sail, stroll and cycle your way through miles and miles of rugged rural bliss.

For many visiting the region however, the hotels themselves are entertainment enough in their own right. Blessed with spectacular country house hotels, restaurants with rooms, B&Bs and spa hotels amongst its ranks, hospitality in Wales has a reputation for its warmth as well as its excellence. With many offering an array of leisure facilities alongside their beautiful locations, they can be very much a destination in their own right.

St Brides Spa Hotel in Saundersfoot, for example, is a contemporary spa hotel that offers the most spectacular facilities. Fusing inside and out with the presence of large windows that offer sea views, relax in the infinity edge hydro pool and invigorating thermal bathing spa experience.

For those visiting with family, it is hard to beat Trefeddian Hotel. Sitting right on the edge of the Cambrian coast, close enough to run from the gardens into the water, guests must choose whether to swim in the sea or the pool with a view of Cardigan Bay. The spa bath meanwhile is favoured by parents, and the tennis courts and putting greens are guaranteed entertainment to work up an appetite for dinner.

Then again, for romantic escapes with a pool to lounge by, it’s hard to beat Bodysgallen Hall. The country house hotel has superb views of Snowdonia and Conwy Castle, carefully designed gardens and beautiful accommodation. Topping it all off is the peaceful spa, with a large indoor pool, sauna, steam room and six spa treatment rooms.