Tenby

Travel Guide

A sandy beach with several sailboats anchored near the shore.
A coastal fortification with a grassy hill, a stone wall, and the ocean in the background.
A stone archway with a sign for Toiledu toilets, a yellow building, and a person in red shorts.
An ancient stone archway with people walking through.
A coastal town with a sandy beach lined with colorful houses and a stone wall.

Revered as Wales’ mosticonic seaside town, with it’s brightly coloured houses overlooking pristinesandy beaches, Tenby brings quaint charm to the SouthWales coastline.

Tenby is protected by theembrace of its 13th century medieval stone walls. The entrance to the old townis guarded by the famous, perfectly preserved five arches gate. The town itselfwraps itself around a hilltop, providing stunning views of the sandyPembrokeshire coastline and bustling harbour below.

The town’s ancient cobbled lanes are lined withboutique shops and fantastic restaurants, which, combined with the stunningnatural beauty of the surrounding area, make Tenbya justifiably popular tourist destination.

Shopping in Tenby

This beautiful medieval town caters for a wide rangeof tastes. If independent boutiques are what you’re looking for, head intoTenby’s winding, cobbled streets and delight inthe treasure trove of vintage shops on offer.

Everything in Tenby iswithin walking distance, making it ideal for a relaxed day of retailtherapy.

If you begin to flag you can always stop off for acoffee at one of the beautiful tea rooms around Frog Street or take in the seaviews at the cafes and ice cream parlours that line the promenade.

Nature in Tenby

Tenby boasts threegorgeous beaches, each with their own unique character. They all face differentdirections, so you will always be able to find sun, shade or shelter, and canenjoy the views no matter what the weather.

Walk along Tenby’s SouthBeach towards Giltar Point and the start of the PembrokeshireCoastal Path. From here, you will see fabulous views of CaldeyIsland.

Go to Castle Beach at low tide and walk out to St.Catherine’s Island to explore the many rock pools around the cliffs. CastleBeach has been awarded both the Blue Flag 2014 and the Seaside award forexcellent water quality, making it a great beach for swimming, canoeing andsurfing.

Restaurants in Tenby

Tenby has a wide varietyof independent restaurants and bistros to suit any price range.

Head up to one of the restaurants near the TudorMerchants Houses or Tudor Square and dine in an old medieval building for atruly unique experience.

The South Beach also has some great dining options,complete with stunning sea views. Here you will find some award-winningpizzerias offering excellent value for money.

Activities in Tenby

Tenby boasts twobeautiful golf courses and offers a range of water sport activities, includingwater skiing and kayaking. Motor boats can be hired to explore the many cavesfound around the mainland or the neighbouring islands and mackerel fishing tripscan be booked at the harbour.

For some extra action, head to Battlefield LIVE! inLlanteg, eight miles east, for some laser warfare to be enjoyed by allages.

Tenbyis a charming town with a great deal of character that has something foreveryone, regardless of your price range. Relax and enjoy your trip to Tenby

The Imperial Hotel

The Imperial Hotel

3.5 out of 5
THE PARAGON, SA70 7HR Tenby Wales
The price is RM455 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
RM455
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this beach hotel in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
"The Imperial Hotel is a lovely place to stay in Tenby. The location is excellent, the staff are welcoming and helpful and the hotel has a warm and comfortable atmosphere. I particularly appreciated the kindness and professionalism shown by management and staff during my stay. Any issue I had was ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

The Imperial Hotel
Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby

Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby

4 out of 5
Warren St Tenby Wales
Stay at this apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Ocean Commotion are located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Filthy
"This place is absolutely filthy, it doesn’t look as though it has been cleaned in over a year. We would not recommend and still waiting for a refund as we left early. Very disappointing. Hotels.com you should take this off your rentals"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby
The Broadmead Boutique B and B

The Broadmead Boutique B and B

3 out of 5
Heywood Lane Tenby Wales
The price is RM614 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
RM614
per night
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Tenby. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Tenby Leisure Centre are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful! The hotel is quaint, cosy and welcoming. We found the staff to be extremely attentive to our needs. The room was well maintained, clean and very comfortable. We’ll certainly be returning!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

The Broadmead Boutique B and B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Glenholme Apartments

Glenholme Apartments

4 out of 5
Picton Terrace Tenby Wales
Stay at this apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Ocean Commotion are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very good! (54 reviews)
"Pleasurable stay Excellent location"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Glenholme Apartments
St Catherines Apartment - 2 Bedroom - Penally

St Catherines Apartment - 2 Bedroom - Penally

3 out of 5
St Catherine’s, Island View, Penally Tenby WLS
Stay at this apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels and premium bedding. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Penally Court are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"A last minute two night stay, lovely accommodation, sea view,local pub and just 10 minutes drive from Tenby town. Great place, great host."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

St Catherines Apartment - 2 Bedroom - Penally
Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby

Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby

4 out of 5
Warren St Tenby Wales
Stay at this apartment in Tenby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Tenby Beach and Ocean Commotion are located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (7 reviews)
Filthy
"This place is absolutely filthy, it doesn’t look as though it has been cleaned in over a year. We would not recommend and still waiting for a refund as we left early. Very disappointing. Hotels.com you should take this off your rentals"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Arcadia - 1 Bedroom Apartment - Tenby
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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