Gower Golf Club

6/10

Pleasant

24 Aug 2024

Verified traveler

Very basic, overall condition/cleanliness just about average.
Examples, main door handle loose and very floppy, internal light switch very loose. Nooks and crannies need better attention etc.
Bedding was clean and acceptable.
Ok for an overnight stay. Quiet area, good views from outside.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Aug 2024

Peter

We booked two nights here and then read the reviews, some of which were pretty grim. That was not our experience. It suited our purposes, and we were happy with our stay.

This is a golf club that has a few (9?) rooms, which it offers. As such, it is not a hotel so there isn’t a bevy of staff on hand 24/7 like a real hotel might have.

Some gripes were:
1) The room wasn’t serviced overnight as the web site says it would be.
2) There was only one chair in the room.
3) Perhaps the room was a touch tired but OK.

Good points were:
1) Parking was excellent, easy and convenient.
2) Tea & coffee in the room was good – better if it had been re-filled overnight.
3) The bed was large and comfortable.
4) Staff were very friendly, helpful and accommodating.
5) Breakfast was very good, cooked to order and reasonably priced.
6) The club facilities looked good, but we were never there when it was open.
7) The cost was reasonable.
8) We’d stay there again for a similar, short break.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

31 Jul 2024

Leo

The property is very run down. No working shower and no hot water. Never told this till we arrived. The toilet was not flushing. Now apologies.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2024

Colin

One night stay

Quiet location, comfortable room, and accommodating service (provided me an early breakfast on the Sunday morning)

Self

2/10

Poor

19 Mar 2024

Alan

There was nobody there when we arrived. When the proprietor arrived, I said we had to go out again, but would the bar be open later. He said that he already worked a 12hr day and would finish after he had prepared a meal. When we were shown our room, there were no towels or soap in the room. All the bedside drawers were full of rubbish. On one side one drawer was jammed full of rubbish, which included a banana skin. The other drawer had used vapes in it. One the other side, one drawer had used vapes in and the other contained one partially full drinks bottle and one empty drinks bottle. The proprietor moved all the rubbish, but only had hand towels.
We left for our event.
When we returned we discovered that there was only one sheet over a filthy mattress. My wife wouldnt sleep in the bed. One of the pillows had no liner and the pillow itself was soiled. Finally the door to the room kept banging all night.
There were no staff available in the evening.
We received no apology for any of this.
Easily the worst stay we have had anywhere

Business_and_leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

17 Mar 2024

Verified traveler

Disappointing stay, wouldn't recommend

Not the best, cracked tiles in bathroom on the floor very dangerous, 2 single beds pushed together very uncomfortable. Damp bedroom walls. No towels in room had to go looking for these I the morning only to be told there was no hot water in the rooms. Did get a small refund for this but I think we were booked into this room and they knew there was an issue with the water already. Very disappointing wouldn't recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Mar 2024

Marnie

Stayed for 1 night and very quiet and peaceful. Room 4 was a goid size but the tv remore was missing and the shower wasnt very warm but very peaceful and bed really comfy ..host was lovely and we had a lovely cooked breakfast so overall i think it was worth the money and we will come again..great place for exlploring...

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2021

James

Great location but ...

Staff friendly and helpful. With a little tweaking would be excellant. Set in a lovely area in the middle of a golf course with views across the Lougher estuary. Need to know that the restaurant is very limited and not always open. Don't rely on an evening meal. One evening we could only get a ham sandwich. On the evening we did have a meal, restaurant closed at 7 pm, although the food was lovely. Same with bar, no ice one day, no tonic another day and only one white wine ( even though there is a wine menu) Rooms in a separate annexe, were very good, great to be able to come and go without having to go through reception and only a minute or two walk to main building. Bathroom could have done with an update but adequate. Wifi was good and bed very comfy. Great terrace leading from the lounge bar, but again let down by lack of tables and chairs and sun brollies. Would maybe benefit from a fridge and microwave in the room if restaurant facilities are limited. Would definitely stay again but would go prepared!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2021

DAVID

Excellent

Business

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2020

Colon

Good value nd friendly

Friendly staff, accommodation was basic but well presented. Had a good meal in the evening at a very reasonable price and breakfast was good.

Business

4/10

Poor

06 Mar 2020

Alistair

Would not stay again

Checked in fine. Only found the central heating wasn't working by the notice on the table and small heater provided (and note to limit it to lowest heat setting and turn off overnight) i.e. could have been told verbally on check-in. Arrived at 5:30pm, asked for a taxi to be booked for 7pm. Returned at 6pm for food - no food as was catering for a birthday party in the function room. Was only able to get crisps etc but unable to pay by card as the card machine wasn't working so added it to room bill. Also they had forgotten to book taxi - reminded them to book taxi for 7pm. 7pm arrived, no taxi. Only managed to get a taxi an hour later (was headed to a wedding and only lucky we arrived in time for first dance/cutting cake etc due to delays at the wedding).
No external lighting (or was switched off) so almost twisted ankle on step outside and potholes in tarmac.
Obviously room was freezing (was sub-zero outside), also TV speakers were tinny/crackling, main light had random flicker.
Following morning, nobody asked how our stay was, breakfast was hit-and-miss (e.g. one sausage was fine, the other rubbery). My partner felt she was being an inconvenience asking staff for butter for her toast and milk for her tea as none provided and staff otherwise occupied.
When trying to check-out/pay, card-machine still not working, was asked if I could provide my card details/security pin that they could retry later! Eventually they found their acct/sort code that I could pay via online banking.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Feb 2020

John Lynas

Restaurant closed by health authority. No one at reception, very poor, no information given, very poor, access road full of deep potholes

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2020

Stephen

Mid week stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, Adrian our host couldn't be more friendly, the room was clean and the bed comfy. The breakfast was well cooked and the evening meal was perfect. This is a golf club with rooms in a converted barn, not a hotel, please bear this in mind. The views over the valley are great and the open fire in the clubhouse a bonus on a cold night.we will definitely be staying again when in the area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2019

Ian

Friendly staff

Ideal accommodation for us while visiting family in the Swansea area,very nice breakfast

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Sep 2019

John

Decent accommodation at a golf club

Well its a golf club in the middle of no where. The access roads are single track so this might dampen a quick get away if needed. My room was a good size and the bathroom also a good size. The shower head was floppy which annoyed me for a place like this, but this was the only fault. From the evening menu soup was off but the Steak and ale pie was a considerable portion so ended the evening completely full. Wi Fi worked well. I wouldn't avoid this place.The accommodation block is away from the clubhouse by 40 yards or so, so I can't imagine any noise pollution.

Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

The room was spacious and comfortable and the service from the staff was excellent, which helped to make our stay a very good one.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

18 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Nobody around for check in. Room adequate but in need of refurbishing, especially shower room. Breakfast and service good.
Location good for visiting Gower and is quiet.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2019

Michael

Lovely hospitality, beautiful clean room and excellent breakfast.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jul 2019

DNWORTH

Needs a little T.L,C.

Needs a bit of T.L.C.
The food was good, the service rubbish.
The room was lovely, but the bathroom needed a lot of attention.
The shower needed replacing,the shaving mirror light was burnt out, and the colour coding on the basin taps were the wrong way round,which could be dangerous if somebody turned on the cold tap expecting to get cold water and they got hot water.
The actual Golf Course was O.K. but needs more signage to show you where to go next.
Altogether a bit disappointed but enjoyed the Gower Peninsula area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Perfect setting in a good location. Staff here are very friendly and helpful, and the room was clean.

6/10

Pleasant

24 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

It was a good size room, no tv we asked for one but signal was rubbish so could not watch in room. The shower was dripping but man sorted after we checked in. On check out no one to take payment so lady doing breakfast said they would take off my card.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Location was great. And good for us visiting family and its right on the Gower coast

8/10

Excellent

17 Nov 2018

Julie

The room was comfortable, good shower however the internet signal wasn’t good nor was the tv signal. For a while I was left without television.

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

Could be better

Toilet noisy and not repaired while we were there. No remote for tv. Nice room with lovely view. Breakfast good.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Feb 2018

belongamick

Basic rooms - ok for golfers

A good basic hotel with excellent food in the restuarant.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Nov 2017

Mike

Not to be confused with a hotel.

No heating switched on in the breakfast area, freezing cold.

No eggs had been delivered for breakfast on the Sunday morning of my stay, eggs did arrive approximately 9am after I had finished my breakfast.

Bacon and sausages are pre-grilled prior to being served therefore breakfast is cold, this was on both mornings of my stay, also the plates were cold which makes the problem worse.

No breakfast menu or alternative to traditional breakfast offered.

The shower gell ran out just after I started my shower.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2017

Anthony

Lovely location

We stayed for two nights going to a local wedding. Lovely location and good food.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2017

ROBERT

good value great food

nice and quiet great views

Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2017

Dave

Quiet base for Gower break

Friendly check-in on a miserable wet day. Large car-park at end of long drive. Nice clean room in annexe with view over Loughor Estuary.

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2017

Archer

Lovely Views across to Llanelli

We only needed a one night stopover near Swansea and the hotel was ideal for this. The room was quite modern looking, lovely bed. The kettle did not work, the television signal was intermittent and the hand and shower gel had not been replenished. Due to a function there was a lack of staff when we arrived and when went for breakfast we had to hunt for staff to serve us, both of whom once we had located them were very friendly and accommodating.

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2017

Robin

Last Minute Night Away.

Lovely accommodation, quiet, lovely views, excellent friendly service and a lush breakfast.
Only issue was its a way from Swansea town centre and at £35 for a return taxi it's not ideal if you want to go out in Swansea but great place for a quiet weekend away.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2017

Lynn

Comfortable stay. Lovely breakfast

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Dec 2016

Verified traveler

Nice setting good views

Stayed for one night it was Ok nice golf course ♠♥♦♣

8/10

Excellent

18 Nov 2016

John

Kim was a great hostess! Lovely brekkie!

8/10

Excellent

14 Nov 2016

Richard

Convenient

Ideal for a stop over or a short visit to the Gower especially at this price.
Views are likely to be spectacular sadly it was misty on the morning we stayed.
For golfers excellent.
All can use the clubhouse for drinks and nice dining room available for all guests.
Food was ok and inexpensive .
This venue is good for any type of visitor

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Nov 2016

Jo

Good size room -amazing views

Room very spacious - bed comfortable. Lovely breakfast.

8/10

Excellent

09 Oct 2016

Bernard

Friendly staff made us very welcome.

This accommodation was very convenient for our visit to the Gower area and the staff were all excellent.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Sep 2016

Paul

Stunning location, if you get the weather.

Very good accommodation, maybe a little tired looking but very comfortable, excellent breakfast, very helpful, pleasant staff. All in all very good value and one on my revisit list

8/10

Excellent

09 Sep 2016

Michael

away from it all.

Lovely setting very quiet.Needs a bit of upgrading and would be perfect.

6/10

Pleasant

22 Jul 2016

Verified traveler

Ideal for golfers and other visitors

Convenient for o/n stay. Room looked a bit tired and minimalist

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2016

Susan

Nice situation but accommodation poor. Overpriced.

Nice area. Staff friendly and helpful. Beds very comfortable. Breakfast good but service slow.
Rooms not very clean and toilet dirty on arrival. Only one bedside table (double bed) with very dim bedside light. Had to use my phone light to read.
Pipes very noisy when flushing the loo.
Needs a bit of TLC and and redecoration.

Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2016

DaiMax

“Excellent service and the room was good ”

“Excellent service and the room was good ”
Thanks to the Staff at Gower Golf Club for 2 days stay to attend a wedding at King Arthur in nearby Reynoldston ( 25 minutes away and cost approx £18- 23 with Swallow Travel taxi service according to the time of day )
Nice cool pints from the pumps and a few laughs with the senior visiting Golfers after their match games on Thursday afternoon .
Room was comfortable although we had a few issues these were sorted by the management.
The setting was quiet with amazing scenery overlooking the Penclawdd area.
Many thanks to the manager for sorting out my wife's appointment at the Fusion Hair salon in Gowerton nearby for the Friday morning before attending the wedding .
Cooked Breakfast was chosen although cereals were also available, food was very enjoyable both mornings after and the evening meals of Gammon and Scampi were delicious and all freshly cooked to our own choice.
Fair play the Manager was run off her feet and had great local knowledge , so if you want to know anything ask her.

The room could do with a much needed little refurbishment with another lick of paint soon but these are only cosmetic.
The bedding was crisp and fresh, the pillows , duvet and bed were comfortable.
The room had a TV , a Kettle with a tray of cups & saucers , tea bags and coffee.
A wooden Double wardrobe with 2 sliding drawers , a vanity desk with 3 drawers and vanity mirrors with a wall light above , ceiling lights , a double bed with a single be

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2016

Bill

Good overnight stay

Wonderful location if you have a car and are comfortable driving through some very narrow roads. Room small but clean. Meals good, served on sticky wood-topped tables; a tablecloth would have been nice. Staff pleasant.

4/10

Poor

27 Jun 2016

Paul

Just play golf

Staff are very friendly and a great golf course.....after that its downhill.
Poor quality food and rooms that must date back to 1980's.
This is more like a B&B

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2016

Mark

Idilic views

Single track road a bit hairy but worth the journey

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2016

Mich

Watching sunset

The amenities allowed us to enjoy nature. It's location is spectacular. Something went wrong with the room accommodation but that was quickly sorted by the friendly staff. I would definitely go back again.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2016

kevin

Little Gem

I stay away from Monday to Friday and have done for the last 3 years, and for the first time, I am looking forward to my next stay, wonderful golf course on your doorstep and unbelievable views, can't recommend enough golfer or not

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2016

Paul

Golf Course on top of SwanSea, Whales

Wonderful people, great service. We have great memories talking to the locals.
Would stay there again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2016

Ben

Nice Hotel ,

Thought it was a lovely hotel, food was nice, staff were friedly and the rooms were spacious

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2016

Graham

go for the view

Stunning location, if a little daunting to find down a single track road but it is worth it. Rooms were fine, bed comfy. Breaakfast was great Welsh food with plenty of coffee and tea. We had a minor hiccup with the bed arrangements which was put right without any fuss. The staff are so willing to get any problems sorted.Beautiful and tranquil with views that go on forever.

Family