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James Place @ Dowlais

3.0 star property
Adults-only apartment in Merthyr Tydfil with free parking

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Exterior
1 bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

Explore the area

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84 High Street, Caeharris, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, CF48 3HB
  • Place, Brecon Mountain Railway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Brecon Beacons National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Principality Stadium
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, Ensuite (Studio 5 - Gelert )

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Sofa bed - twin
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 7- Idris)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 6 - Taffy)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 3 - Sioni)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Sofa bed - twin
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 4- Boyo)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 1 - Family)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Sofa bed - twin
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 2 - Dewi)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Heating
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Merthyr Tydfil

At James Place @ Dowlais you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Brecon Mountain Railway and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Cyfarthfa Park and Museum. .Enjoy the outdoor tennis court and karaoke. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a computer station. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Brecon Mountain Railway - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 8 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 35 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Principality Stadium - 37 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 39 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Pentre-bach Station - 5 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park View - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Holvey’s Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lady Charlotte - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Y Pant Cad Ifor - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pantyscallog Inn - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

James Place @ Dowlais

Adults-only apartment in Merthyr Tydfil with free parking
James Place @ Dowlais offers its guests karaoke. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Merthyr Tydfil apartment is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
James Place @ Dowlais offers 7 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Car recommended
  • Free self parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • Karaoke

Work spaces

  • Computer station

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 7 units
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.0 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.0 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at James Place @ Dowlais?

Yep, James Place @ Dowlais has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at James Place @ Dowlais?

As of 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James Place @ Dowlais on 16 Dec 2025 start from NZ$158.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is James Place @ Dowlais family-friendly?

No, James Place @ Dowlais is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at James Place @ Dowlais?

No, James Place @ Dowlais does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at James Place @ Dowlais?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

James Place @ Dowlais Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A very comfortable experience

Lovely little guest house. Quirkily decorated, very clean and lovely little extras... the fresh milk and Welsh cakes were very much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy staying at a James Place property, always a go to wherever I am in the area... excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Perfect to access the Brecons. Everything we needed in the studio. Very comfortable, clean, quiet with all facilities needed for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy stay, good, clean and well managed. Comms were excellent and highly detailed making pre/stay/exit very easy. Location very close in driving distances to the mountains and the local amenities in Merthyr. All highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to be based from for hiking in the area. Love the decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great hotel

Great stay incredibly comfy room and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

MR N P TULLY

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property is well maintained and has all you need
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great studio apartment

Great studio apartment, perfect for what I needed it for. The homemade Welsh cakes were a lovely touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayatri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Will be staying again

Easy to access, free parking round the corner, tidy and clean,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fantastic highly recommended

Perfect stay 10/10 no complaint
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
clean quiet comfortable - really good
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fabulous Place To Stay

Fabulous place to stay could not fault it in anyway.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming, comfortable, clean studio. Excellent communication from James & Angela. Great location & near amenities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022