Hotel The Commodore (Llandrindod Wells, United Kingdom)

Travellers felt this period hotel's location in Llandrindod Wells town centre was convenient for easy pedestrian access to shopping, places to eat and amenities plus the railway station on the picturesque Heart of Wales Line. Non-drivers welcomed the proximity of bus stops, while motorists welcomed the free parking. Powys beauty spots, the Brecon Beacons, area attractions and the Shropshire hills were all within striking distance thanks to the proximity of the A483, A44 and A470 roads.

Many reviewers spoke highly of the good customer service and easy-going atmosphere at Hotel Commodore, saying members of staff were friendly, attentive and welcoming. The yummy and sizeable breakfasts were popular with many diners.

The rooms at this revamped Victorian hotel appealed to many guests, who said they were spacious, clean and well-appointed. Budget-conscious guests usually felt they got reasonable value for money as the room rates were normally competitive.

Several critical diners claimed there was a limited choice of dishes on the restaurant menu. Although many diners enjoyed their meals, others sometimes said the food was nothing special.

There were occasional claims that noise from neighbouring rooms sometimes travelled easily, causing an irritation for several light sleepers. Noisy plumbing was also said to be a source of nuisance noise in some of the rooms.

Some reviewers felt the hotel had seen better days and would benefit from further modernization to address maintenance issues like dated decor, aging mattresses and unreliable showers in some parts of the property. Several critics also said they struggled to regulate the room temperature from time to time or discovered bathrooms that could have been more thoroughly cleaned.