The Carpenters Arms B&B Accommodation

The Carpenters Arms is a traditional, family-run pub with rooms in the heart of historic Laugharne, on the beautiful Carmarthenshire coast. With comfortable en-suite rooms above a friendly bar and restaurant, it makes a superb and sociable base for walkers, explorers and Dylan Thomas fans wanting to discover this atmospheric township and the coast and countryside around it.

A friendly pub with rooms in Laugharne

This is a relaxed, welcoming place to stay, with all the easy hospitality of a proper local pub. The five guest rooms — including double, twin, triple and family options — all have private bathrooms, and downstairs you will find a friendly bar and a restaurant serving freshly cooked food. There is even a games room with a pool table and darts, making it a genuinely sociable spot for an evening in.

Food, drink and comfort

The on-site restaurant serves a good choice of British, local and European dishes, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, so there is plenty to enjoy without heading out. Free WiFi, free private parking and tea and coffee in every room round out a comfortable, fuss-free stay right in the middle of Laugharne.

At a glance

• Traditional family-run pub with five en-suite rooms
• Bar and restaurant serving freshly cooked food
• Games room with pool table and darts
• Free WiFi and free private parking
• In the heart of historic Laugharne, Carmarthenshire

Where it is

Laugharne is the township that inspired Dylan Thomas’s Under Milk Wood, set on the lovely Tâf estuary with the Wales Coast Path right on the doorstep. The pub sits a short walk from the centre, close to the famous Boathouse where the poet lived and the romantic ruins of Laugharne Castle. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Carmarthenshire accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

There is plenty to explore from Laugharne. The Dylan Thomas Boathouse and writing shed are a gentle stroll along the estuary, and the castle and its gardens overlook the water in the heart of the town. For beaches, the vast sands of Pendine are under three miles away, with the dune-backed Cefn Sidan a little further on. Walkers can follow the Wales Coast Path in both directions, while the county town of Carmarthen and the edge of the Pembrokeshire coast are within easy reach for day trips.

Who it suits

With its friendly bar, good food and central location, The Carpenters Arms suits walkers, couples and Dylan Thomas enthusiasts who like the sociable feel of a traditional pub with rooms. It is an easy, good-value base for exploring Laugharne and the surrounding coast, with everything you need under one roof.

Good to know

As a pub with rooms, it has a lively, welcoming atmosphere, with the bar and restaurant on hand for meals and a drink in the evening. Please note that pets are not accommodated here. Free parking makes it easy to come and go, and the central location means the Boathouse, castle and estuary walks are all within strolling distance. Booking ahead is wise in summer and around literary events linked to Dylan Thomas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of place is it? A traditional, family-run pub with five en-suite rooms.

Is there food? Yes, a bar and restaurant serving British, local and European dishes.

Are pets allowed? No, pets are not accommodated.

Where is it? In the heart of historic Laugharne, on the Carmarthenshire coast.

What is nearby? The Dylan Thomas Boathouse, Laugharne Castle and Pendine Sands.

The Carpenters Arms is a friendly, sociable choice for a stay in Laugharne. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.