The Firs at Hay-on-Wye

A Welcoming Bed and Breakfast in the Heart of Hay-on-Wye

The Firs is a comfortable, family-run bed and breakfast right in the centre of Hay-on-Wye, the world-famous “town of books” on the edge of the Brecon Beacons. Hosts Sally and John offer a genuinely warm welcome, and the house sits just a few short steps from the bookshops, cafés and the castle — with ample private parking for guests, which is a real bonus in a busy little town. It makes a relaxed and convenient base for a bookish weekend, a walking break or a stay during the Hay Festival.

Comfortable En-Suite Rooms

The Firs has a good choice of rooms to suit couples, friends and solo travellers — doubles (many with king-size beds), twins and singles, all with their own en-suite facilities. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with a flat-screen television, a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, so you have everything you need for a restful stay. The rooms are individually decorated in fresh, homely styles, several with lovely countryside views over the surrounding hills.

Breakfast, Lounge and Garden

Mornings start well here. Breakfast is served in the dining room and built around a hearty Welsh breakfast made with fresh produce sourced locally wherever possible, alongside a selection of juices, cereals and fresh fruit — just the thing before a day exploring. There is a comfortable guest lounge overlooking the garden, and seating in both the conservatory and the beautiful garden itself, so you can relax with a book at any time of day. For those heading out walking or cycling, a packed lunch can be prepared by arrangement to suit your dietary needs.

At a Glance

• Family-run bed and breakfast in the centre of Hay-on-Wye
• Double, twin and single rooms, all en-suite
• Flat-screen TV, fridge, tea/coffee and hairdryer in every room
• Hearty, locally sourced Welsh breakfast
• Guest lounge, conservatory and a lovely garden
• Ample private parking — a rarity in the town centre
• Free Wi-Fi throughout; packed lunches by arrangement
• A few steps from the bookshops, cafés and Thursday market

Exploring Hay-on-Wye

Hay-on-Wye is one of the loveliest small towns in Wales, famous the world over for its dozens of second-hand and antiquarian bookshops and its celebrated Festival of Literature and Arts each spring. From the door you can browse the bookshops, wander the independent shops and delis, and visit the medieval Hay Castle, whose restoration is now complete and free to enter. Every Thursday a busy market fills the centre, selling everything from Welsh cheese and fresh fish to cakes, artisan bread and crafts. Beyond the town, the River Wye is close at hand for canoeing and riverside walks, and there is superb walking, riding and cycling in the Black Mountains and the wider Brecon Beacons.

Good to Know

The Firs is a no-smoking bed and breakfast in the centre of Hay-on-Wye, so you can leave the car in the private car park and explore the town on foot. With a mix of double, twin and single rooms it suits couples, friends and solo travellers alike. For more places to stay in the area, see our full guide to Hay-on-Wye accommodation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Firs? Right in the centre of Hay-on-Wye, just a few steps from the bookshops, cafés and castle, with private parking on site.

Are the rooms en-suite? Yes — all rooms have en-suite facilities, plus a TV, fridge, tea/coffee and a hairdryer.

Is there parking? Yes — there is ample private parking for guests, which is a real advantage in the town centre.

What’s breakfast like? A hearty Welsh breakfast made with locally sourced produce, with juices, cereals and fresh fruit; packed lunches can be arranged too.

Is it a good base for the Hay Festival? Ideal — it is within walking distance of the festival and the town centre, so you can leave the car behind.

Book Your Stay in Hay-on-Wye

For a friendly, family-run bed and breakfast with en-suite rooms and private parking right in the middle of book-town Hay-on-Wye, The Firs is a comfortable and convenient choice. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.