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Reviews of Ivy House

3 out of 5
Ivy House
Finsbury Square, Dolgellau, Wales

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kuldip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Duncan on 24 Apr 2024
Thank you for the review regard’s

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Duncan on 24 Apr 2024
Thank you for the review regard’s

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a while since I have stayed in a guest house and it felt somewhat different to a hotel. I was greeted at the door and taken to my room however there was no offer to help with my bags up the narrow steep stairs. The room was well appointed if a little old fashioned, and comfortable. I wasn't too keen on the owner coming in the room with me though he had to later to look at the radiator. I was informed on arrival of breakfast time and also that I had to leave by 10.15 'at the latest' The room was a little chilly but a heater was brought up quickly. There was no blind on the bathroom window and I had no idea where it looked out so this felt a bit awkward. The cleanliness was great and the bed very comfortable. The location was in the town but quiet which was a bonus. Not easy to find a parking spot. Breakfast was served by a young lady, it arrived promptly and was good. I was pleased to see a 5 star hygiene rating. Overall a good experience I would say however I personally am not keen on the rather claustrophobic feel of a guest house as you are staying in the owner's home and it felt like it. It is a good spot for the town centre and for walking or various activities nearby. I was simply meeting friends a 3 minute walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Dun on 15 Oct 2023
Thank you for the review regard’s Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything about it. Staff were very friendly and helpfull,breakfast was very good and the room was comfortable . Very nice town centre location and parking nearby in the main town car park(free between 4.30pm and 10am)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Duncan on 15 Sept 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay thank you for the review regard’s Duncan

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, fabulous breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Duncan on 11 Sept 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay regard’s

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast with quick service
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Duncan on 31 Aug 2023
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Duncan on 13 Aug 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming and friendly
Very welcoming host and everything for a very enjoyable stay. Would recommend for anybody staying in this beautiful area. Was even offered a bacon butty to takeaway as i was out too early for breakfast each day, great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Duncan on 8 Jul 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay thank you for the review regards

8/10 Good

Laurie

Welcoming and helpful host Good breakfast and room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Duncan on 2 Jul 2023
Thank you for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Duncan on 31 May 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay regards

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Duncan on 24 May 2023
Thanks for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great B & B. Excellent stay with a breakfast fit for a king. There is no parking but this was not a problem as there were a few parks nearby
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Duncan on 19 May 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay Roger & thank you for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Duncan was a superb host, room comfy, local pubs and restaurants aplenty, fabulous breakfast, fully recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Duncan on 16 May 2023
Thank you for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proprietor Duncan provided a right and proper welcome, helping us get oriented to the locale and answering our questions forthrightly. Two pet cats added a degree of hominess to the accommodation. We enjoyed the breakfast which was cooked to order and served by courteous staff. We thought the room rate was certainly fair and we wouldn't hesitate to book again if we were ever to venture back to Dogellau.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Duncan on 16 May 2023
Thank you for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Duncan on 17 Apr 2023
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Duncan on 3 Apr 2023
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Duncan on 2 Feb 2023
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay thanks for the review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, warm, comfortable with excellent breakfasts. Owners and staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Duncan on 21 Nov 2022
Thank you for review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Duncan on 21 Nov 2022
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good night's sleep and a tasty breakfast
Room 5 is right at the top of the stairs and has a small but adequate ensuite bathroom. It's a good sized double room with a view of the street. The bed was very comfortable and I slept really well. In the morning I was served an excellent breakfast and went on my way prepared for the day. Thanks to Duncan and the staff.
Ivy House, Dolgellau
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Duncan on 11 Oct 2022
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic friendly hosts. Loved everything about my stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Duncan on 3 Oct 2022
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Michelle’s birthday
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Duncan on 11 Oct 2022
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
English Breakfast was awesome comfy bed clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Duncan on 27 Jul 2022
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good option in Dolgellau
Very good value, thank you for being so responsive to our breakfast requests. Comfortable bed too (Room 1).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Duncan on 20 Jul 2022
Happy to help thank you for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

K

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Duncan on 5 Jul 2022
Thank you for the review regards

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and conveniently sited
Clean and convenient but room a little hotter than liked as the sun was shining all the day and windows closed with the building work underway just now. Tasty breakfast thank you and a warm welcoming host
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Duncan on 29 Jun 2022
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Duncan on 15 Jun 2022
Thank you for the review

8/10 Good

EA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from Duncan on 19 May 2022
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great!
Friendly service and really clean. Fantastic breakfast. Will be back if I need somewhere to stay in Dolgellau again. No parking on-site and it can be tricky to find free parking for more than an hour.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from Duncan on 26 Apr 2022
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, warm and comfortable , good breakfast . Ideal for a walk aroynd town . Plenty of easting choices nearby . Duncan was a welcoming friendly host .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from Duncan on 13 Nov 2021
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We thought the accommodation to be clean but somewhat dated in appearance all members of staff were extremely friendly and helpful and the breakfast was very good and we would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from Duncan on 25 Oct 2021
Thank you for the review regards

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central and comfortable
We stayed for three nights. The owner is very helpful and friendly. We had a twin room which was on the top floor it was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good, plenty of choice and very tasty. If I had a gripe it would be that breakfast was too much to eat for me which is not really a complaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Duncan on 25 Oct 2021
Thank you for the review regards

8/10 Good

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good breakfast but dated decor and furniture
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from Duncan on 25 Oct 2021
Thank you for the review regards

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from Duncan on 22 Sept 2021
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful and cozy
We loved it. It was beyond expectations, with little details on tea, coffee, cookies, even a smart tv ready to sign in to netflix. We had our dog too, the place was very clean and breakfast delicious. Loved it all.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from duncan on 21 Aug 2021
thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
Stayed 1nt at Ivy House, was in a great location in the Dolgellau just off from the one way system through the village so easily walkable to restaurants/pubs etc. Room was really clean and comfortable, and nice en suite bathroom which looked pretty new. Was dog friendly. Duncan was a great host, friendly and helpful. Breakfast was really lovely, plentiful and well served. Will return to Dolgellau next year and will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Duncan on 21 Jul 2021
Thank you for the review regards

8/10 Good

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay for short and longer visit.
Great host, friendly, helpful at any point. As we visited Wales for a few days we needed accomodation and Breakfast in the morning and we get all of this at Ivy House. Rooms with bathrooms, TVs. Breakfast you can order from the menu day before. All the C19 safety rules are followed. WiFi access available at decent speed. Location in a town centre, close to restaurants and other amenities. Highly recommended for a short and longer stay. Book in advance as it might be busy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Duncan on 7 Jul 2021
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Response from Duncan on 20 Jun 2021
Thank you for the review regards Duncan

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
TB weekend away
The Ivy House is in a prime spot. 5 min walk to pubs and restaurants. We were there for mountain biking and its a 10 min drive from Coed Y Brenin which is superb. Duncan is a great host and there is secure bike storage. the food was without fault and the rooms spotless. Would book again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Duncan on 30 Sept 2020
Thank you for the review

10/10 Excellent

Cavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Duncan on 7 Sept 2020
Thank you for the review I’m glad you enjoyed your stay

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very warm welcome, all safety regulations complied with. Also accommodating us with our bikes, which were locked away overnight. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Duncan on 13 Nov 2019
Thanks for the review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly welcome and fantastic hosts
I had a lovely stay at Ivy House, which is located in the heart of Dogellau. The room was comfortable and good value for the price, although the rest of the property looked a little sad and worn. The breakfast every morning was great -- it set me up for a day of walking the North Wales hills and mountains nicely. The owner was extremely helpful about recommending local beauty spots and trails, which was also much appreciated, and my dogs were made to feel welcome too. Parking was a bit of a problem during the day, but again, with the owner's help, a solution was found.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from duncan on 31 Oct 2019
thanks for your review

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very good thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from duncan on 24 Oct 2019
thanks for your review we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Positive experience
Clean and well appointed room for the money. Friendly welcome from Duncan. Dogs were made welcome too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Response from Duncan on 9 Oct 2019
Thanks for the review

10/10 Excellent

patrina

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfasts. The young lady serving breakfast is a delight - very friendly and cheerful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from Duncan on 11 Sept 2019
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Duncan on 23 Jul 2019
Thanks for the rating

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Duncan on 8 May 2019
I'm glad you enjoyed your stay