The Grove Country House Hotel

An elegant country house hotel in Britain’s smallest city

In St Davids — Britain’s smallest city, set in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park — this elegant country house hotel makes a refined and welcoming base. Surrounded by an acre of walled gardens and just a short stroll from the magnificent cathedral, it offers comfortable rooms, an inviting restaurant and bar, and a warm welcome that extends to dogs too. With the cathedral city on one side and some of Britain’s finest coastline on the other, it is a lovely spot for a relaxed Pembrokeshire holiday.

Comfortable, spacious rooms

The hotel offers double, twin and family rooms, all comfortable and well kept, with tea and coffee facilities, heating and en-suite bathrooms. Guests particularly praise the spacious, comfortable rooms and the friendly staff, and there are facilities for guests with disabilities, making it an easy and welcoming place to stay for couples and families alike.

Dining, gardens and a dog-friendly welcome

There is a restaurant on site serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed, family-friendly setting, with vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options, plus a bar to round off the day. The one-acre walled gardens are a lovely place to sit out, and the hotel welcomes dogs on request (a charge may apply), so the whole family can come along. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are provided.

At a glance

• Elegant country house hotel in the heart of St Davids
• Double, twin and family rooms, all en-suite
• On-site restaurant and bar; vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options
• An acre of walled gardens
• Dog-friendly on request; facilities for guests with disabilities
• Free parking and free Wi-Fi; a short walk from the cathedral

Exploring St Davids and the coast

St Davids is famous for its magnificent medieval cathedral and the ruined Bishop’s Palace, tucked into a hollow below the city, with a lively little centre full of galleries, cafés and restaurants. The hotel sits right in the heart of it, opposite the tourist information centre, so everything is within walking distance. Beyond the city lies a glorious stretch of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park: the surfing beach at Whitesands Bay, boat trips out to Ramsey Island to see seals and seabirds, and miles of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. It is an outstanding base for a coast-and-culture holiday. For more places to stay and things to do nearby, see our guide to accommodation in St Davids.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is it? In the heart of St Davids, a short walk from the cathedral, in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

Is there a restaurant? Yes — a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a bar.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, on request — a charge may apply.

Is there parking? Yes, free parking and free Wi-Fi are provided.

What’s nearby? St Davids Cathedral, Whitesands Bay, Ramsey Island boat trips and the coast path.

A relaxed base for city and coast

Staying right in St Davids means you can enjoy the best of both worlds — wander to the cathedral and the city’s galleries and eateries in the evening, then head out to the wild coast by day. With gardens to relax in and a restaurant on site, it is an easy, welcoming place to come back to after a day exploring, whether you have been walking the cliffs, surfing at Whitesands or watching wildlife around Ramsey Island.

Is it good for walkers? Yes — the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the national park are right on the doorstep.

When is the best time to visit? Late spring to early autumn is ideal for the coast and boat trips, though St Davids is welcoming year-round.

Book your Pembrokeshire stay

For an elegant, dog-friendly country house hotel in the heart of St Davids, check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.