The Coast House B&B

The Coast House is an elegant, family-run guest house right on the Mumbles seafront, where the bustling promenade meets the limestone headlands of the Gower. With spectacular sea views across Swansea Bay towards the iconic Mumbles Lighthouse, a fresh seaside style and a warm welcome built on over forty years of experience, it is a lovely adults-only base for exploring the village and the Gower coast.

A seafront guest house in Mumbles

The setting is the star here. Positioned directly on the seafront, The Coast House makes the most of its outlook over Swansea Bay, with most of the rooms enjoying sea views. The seven rooms — from a small double to a deluxe double and a suite, with a mix of en-suite and private bathrooms — are fresh, comfortable and well kept, with free WiFi, TVs, tea and coffee, hairdryers and fluffy towels. A proper cooked breakfast, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, sets you up for the day.

A relaxed, grown-up stay

As an adults-only guest house, The Coast House has a calm, relaxed feel, and its long family-run history shows in the warm, personal welcome. With the promenade, the village and the bay all on the doorstep, it is a wonderfully easy base for a Mumbles seaside break.

At a glance

• Elegant family-run seafront guest house (over 40 years)
• Seven rooms, most with sea views across Swansea Bay
• Cooked breakfast with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options
• Adults only; no pets
• On the Mumbles promenade, near Oystermouth Castle and Langland Bay

Where it is

The Coast House sits on Mumbles Road, right on the seafront overlooking Swansea Bay, with views towards the Mumbles Lighthouse. The village, with its independent galleries and seafood bars famous for local oysters, and the historic Oystermouth Castle are a short walk away. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Swansea and Gower accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

Mumbles is a delightful base. The flat promenade runs right round Swansea Bay towards the marina and city, perfect for a stroll or a cycle, and the Victorian pier and the village’s galleries, cafes and seafood bars are close at hand. Oystermouth Castle, with its grand towers, is a short walk up the hill. A little further on, the sheltered sands of Langland Bay and the Wales Coast Path lead around the headlands towards Caswell and the wider Gower — Britain’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with some of the finest beaches in the country.

Who it suits

As an adults-only seafront guest house, The Coast House is ideal for couples and friends who want a relaxed, grown-up base with wonderful sea views, right on the Mumbles promenade. Its position makes it especially good for those who like to explore on foot, with the village, the bay and the coast path all close by.

Good to know

Being right on the seafront, the sea-view rooms are well worth requesting for that lovely outlook over the bay. Please note it is an adults-only guest house and does not accept pets, and parking is on the street. The promenade location means you can leave the car and explore Mumbles and the bay on foot. Booking ahead is wise in summer and at weekends, when this popular seaside spot is at its busiest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is it? On the Mumbles seafront, overlooking Swansea Bay.

How many rooms are there? Seven, most with sea views.

Is it adults only? Yes, and pets are not accommodated.

Is breakfast included? Yes, a cooked breakfast with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

What is nearby? Oystermouth Castle, the village, Langland Bay and the Wales Coast Path.

The Coast House is an elegant, relaxed choice for an adults-only seaside break in Mumbles. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.