James Place @ Dowlais

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A modern living room with a brick wall, a round mirror, a wooden table, a grey sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a coffee maker.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a fan, and a wall-mounted deer head decoration.
A white table with two white chairs, a white vase with a plant, and a white brick wall.
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Self-parking included
    Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, a rare perk for guests in this location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Tennis court
  • Self-parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Business facilities
  • Non-smoking
The current price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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84 High Street, Caeharris, Merthyr Tydfil, WLS, CF48 3HB
  • Place, Parc Bryn Bach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, BikePark Wales
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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View all photos for Studio, Ensuite (Studio 5 - Gelert )

A room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a wall with a floral mural, and a plant on the floor.

Studio, Ensuite (Studio 5 - Gelert )

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 7- Idris)

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a fan, and a green rug.

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 7- Idris)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 6 - Taffy)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a TV.

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 6 - Taffy)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 3 - Sioni)

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large mirror.

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 3 - Sioni)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 4- Boyo)

A bedroom with a metal bed frame, a large window with curtains, a wooden wall, and a chandelier.

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 4- Boyo)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 1 - Family)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a window, and a sign on the wall.

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 1 - Family)

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 2 - Dewi)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Premier Studio, Ensuite (Studio 2 - Dewi)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at James Place @ Dowlais?

Self-parking is free at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at James Place @ Dowlais?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James Place @ Dowlais on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$188, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at James Place @ Dowlais?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at James Place @ Dowlais?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is James Place @ Dowlais located?

Situated in Merthyr Tydfil, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Brecon Mountain Railway, Cyfarthfa Park and Museum and Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage. Joseph Parry's Cottage and Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

James Place @ Dowlais Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 106 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Always enjoy staying at any James Place properties, never had a complaint to make. Clean, comfy, great decor, staff are always friendly and helpful. Just splendid!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great hotel

Great stay incredibly comfy room and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really enjoy staying at a James Place property, always a go to wherever I am in the area... excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great customer service. Great location. Affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Fabulous Place To Stay

Fabulous place to stay could not fault it in anyway.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pretty reasonable place with easy parking and decent amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely and clean although noise from upstairs when staying on the ground floor was audible and seemingly unavoidable. That aside, it’s a cosy little spot that I would highly recommend as an affordable option to anyone looking to explore the Brecons. The information provided by the hosts on local amenities and things to do was thorough and very informative. All in all a solid stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location to be based from for hiking in the area. Love the decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay. Perfect to access the Brecons. Everything we needed in the studio. Very comfortable, clean, quiet with all facilities needed for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
clean quiet comfortable - really good
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Will be staying again

Easy to access, free parking round the corner, tidy and clean,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Fantastic highly recommended

Perfect stay 10/10 no complaint
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A very comfortable experience

Lovely little guest house. Quirkily decorated, very clean and lovely little extras... the fresh milk and Welsh cakes were very much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything you could need was available and a lovely view of the hills. Spacious, lots of info about the area, convenient to the town (and the hospital with free ER care!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
the property is well maintained and has all you need
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely place but the photos aren't too accurate. I was excited at first but underwhelmed when I saw it in real life. The room was too dark too. Location is okay and there's a nice Chinese restaurant Infront. Still worth the money though
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great studio apartment

Great studio apartment, perfect for what I needed it for. The homemade Welsh cakes were a lovely touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy stay, good, clean and well managed. Comms were excellent and highly detailed making pre/stay/exit very easy. Location very close in driving distances to the mountains and the local amenities in Merthyr. All highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My accommodation at James's Place was perfect for my needs. Modern and stylish design. Fresh and clean throughout. Nice touches such as Welsh cakes and milk on arrival. Great information shared about the local area. Would highly recommend 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Welcoming, comfortable, clean studio. Excellent communication from James & Angela. Great location & near amenities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room smells clean as you come in, always a great start. Spotlessly clean. Rooms are ensuite with a little kitchen area, all decorated differently. We had a little table to eat at as well. Chocolates and home made Welsh cakes with milk in the fridge was a nice touch. Self check in with a pin code key box. Building felt secure. Great views of the hills from the top room. Street parking available just outside the front door. A couple of convenience stores very close. Great location for visiting Merthyr.
Antique sewing machines in lobby
Lobby decoration
Wall decoration made from bicycle seat and handlebars
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Big, clean room with a kitchen and bathroom. Smooth self check‑in. Quiet area and quiet building. Good location for exploring nearby mountains and waterfalls if you’re travelling by car.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I love this place, so much room .. Any visit to Wales will only fell better if you stop at James Places .. excellent concept..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great little stay

Great stay, room clean and comfy. Easy checkin process. Would use again. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fab location to explore the area, excellent information provided by the host prior to arrival. Apartment is clean and comfortable with nice welcoming touches.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022