The Dragon Historic Hotel

A historic coaching inn in the heart of Montgomery

The Dragon Hotel is a much-loved historic coaching inn right on the Market Square in the charming little town of Montgomery, in the Mid Wales border country of Powys. With origins reaching back to the 16th century and a handsome Georgian frontage, it combines centuries of character with comfortable, modern rooms, a well-regarded restaurant and a warm, dog-friendly welcome — a perfect base for exploring the castles, hills and history of the Welsh Marches.

Character and comfortable rooms

The hotel has 20 en-suite bedrooms spread across three floors, ranging from cosy singles and small doubles up to superior, premium and family rooms and a deluxe room, so there is something to suit couples, families and solo travellers alike. The rooms blend the building’s historic charm with the comforts you want today, and the inn’s central position means everything in this compact, walkable town is right outside the door.

Bistro, restaurant and bar

Food and drink are taken seriously here. There is a bistro and a main restaurant serving freshly prepared dishes using ingredients sourced locally from Wales and the Borders, plus a bar with a conservatory and a private events space, the Dragon’s Den. Drinkers are well looked after, with four rotating real ales on tap, craft beers, malt whiskies, speciality gins and a well-stocked wine cellar. Dogs are welcome (though not in the premium or superior rooms, or the bistro dining room) for a small nightly charge, and there is a car park to the rear.

Montgomery and the Marches

Montgomery is one of the most appealing small towns in Wales, with a fine Georgian square, independent shops and the romantic ruins of Montgomery Castle looking down from the hill above. The ancient Offa’s Dyke Path runs close by, and the English border is barely a mile away. Welshpool and the magnificent Powis Castle with its terraced gardens, and the market town of Newtown, are both within easy reach. For more places to stay and ideas, see our guide to holiday accommodation in Mid Wales and Powys.

A characterful border base

For lovers of history, walking and good food, the Dragon makes a memorable base. You can climb to the castle, walk a stretch of Offa’s Dyke, browse the town’s shops, or head out to Powis Castle, returning each evening to a real ale by the fire and a hearty dinner in a building that has welcomed travellers for centuries. It is exactly the kind of characterful, friendly inn that makes a stay in the Marches so enjoyable — the sort of place that has welcomed travellers, drovers and locals through its doors for generations, and still does so today with the same easy warmth.

At a glance

• Historic coaching inn with 16th-century origins and a Georgian frontage
• 20 en-suite bedrooms across three floors
• Bistro, restaurant and bar with conservatory
• Four rotating real ales, craft beers and a good wine cellar
• Dogs welcome (small charge; some room restrictions)
• Car park to the rear
• On Market Square, by Montgomery Castle and Offa’s Dyke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it historic? Yes — a coaching inn with origins reaching back to the 16th century, with a handsome Georgian frontage.

How many rooms are there? Twenty en-suite bedrooms across three floors.

Are dogs allowed? Yes — dogs are welcome for a small nightly charge, though not in premium/superior rooms or the bistro.

Is there a restaurant? Yes — a bistro and a main restaurant, plus a bar with real ales.

What is nearby? Montgomery Castle, Offa’s Dyke, Powis Castle and Welshpool.

For a characterful, dog-friendly base in a beautiful border town, the Dragon Hotel is a wonderful choice. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.