Brecon, also called Brecknock, is a cathedral town located in Powys county which is the most historic county of Brecknockshire, Southern Wales. It lies on the River Usk where it is joined by the Rivers Honddu and Tarell, in the northern portion of Brecon Beacons National Park. The town’s name comes from an old Welsh name of the kingdom - Brycheiniog, in whose territory Brecon stands. The kingdom took its name from Prince Brychan who founded it. He remains a colorful character in local folklore and is still praised as a legend. You’ll find a variety of accommodations in the town, ranging from idyllic cottages, top log cabins, and cozy apartments. Here’s our pick of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Brecon, Wales.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Swan Cottage (from USD 138)
This waterfront cottage Airbnb is near Brecon Beacons National Park and located a few hundred yards away from Brecon Town Centre. The conservatory, with huge glass walls and skylights, offers a sunny area to enjoy the view of the canal and a glimpse or two of adorable ducks or the occasional narrowboat passing by. You can also enjoy the fresh air from the fully fenced backyard or have a fun cookout on the grill and dine al fresco. Indoors, you also have a fully equipped kitchen.
For indoor entertainment, you can choose a book or watch a show on TV.
Top guest reviews
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was impressed with amount of equipment in kitchenthe cottage was comfortable and has everything we neededCleanliness:
really clean and tidyreally clean housevery clean with everything one would needspotlessly clean and everything you could possibly need to enjoy your staythe house was clean and had everything we neededHost:
helen was a super host indeedhelen was a great host and very responsivehelen is a wonderful host and the cake and milk was a lovely surprisehelen was an excellent host and replied straight away when contactedhelen is the perfect host very helpful and quick to respondRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is in a great location and is just as describedgreat place for walking in the brecon beaconsvery tidy and lovely cottage situated a short walk away from brecon town centrewhat an amazing place to stay i highly recommend it
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2. Cozy cottage with a terrace garden (from USD 85)
Enjoy a peaceful vacation in this Airbnb near Brecon Town Centre which boasts mountain and garden views. Sit on the outdoor furniture in the terrace garden and breathe in the fresh air in the company of the plants and the trees, all while enjoying a view of the mountains. The private backyard can also be a great place for your furbaby to run around. If it’s too cold out, you can stay indoors and stay warm by the indoor wood-burning fireplace.
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good shower fast internethad everything we needed to be comfortable in terms of amenitieswell equipped kitchen comfy bed good wifiwe ventured to pen y fan and the waterfall walks which were a max 30 minutes awayclose to pen y fan and the four falls trailCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableclean welcoming warm and cozylinen was fresh and cleanit was very clean when we arrived and had literally everything you could needthe place is lovely - peaceful clean and quietHost:
lovely decorations too and the hosts were very welcoming and courteoussam is a great host available to answer questions when we asked themsam is a great host who responds quickreally nice house and a great hostsam was a fantastic hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous location definitely would returnreally well situated for great walks and pottering round the townwith only walking distance to the cathedral and centre it’s a perfect spot to explore the brecon beaconsit's a good location to explore the local area particularly if you like walkinglovely small house in walking distance to the restaurants and pubs nearby
3. Ffynnonau Annex (from USD 102)
This hidden gem is a 1-bedroom space with a self catering annex. This holiday rental in Brecon is located within walking distance of the town centre. This is a recently renovated accommodation set in the heart of the Brecon Beacon National Park. It has a secure bike parking facility and dogs are welcome. It has extra room within the bedroom if required for a baby or young child. Ffynnonau Annex is linked to the owner’s home, however their policy is to leave their guests to the peace and tranquility that a holiday in the country can offer.
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log fire was an amazing touch and an incredibly comfy bedbeautiful interior very cosy and comfortabletoasty warm with underfloor heating we felt comfortable relaxed and welcomed from the word gocottage is absolutely lovely would definitely recommend it - easy distance to get to pen y fanlovely touch of having a personalised welcome sign in the kitchenCleanliness:
lovely clean annex with everything you needlaura was excellent in her communication and the annex was spotlessclean welcoming and had everything we neededbeautiful clean quirky little annexlovely well appointed stylish house clean and tidyHost:
really nice hosts and very easy to communicatevery welcoming and helpful hostsexcellent accommodation with friendly hoststhe place is so lovely and laura is a great hostlovely cosy cottage attached to owner’s home on the edge of breconRead more reviewsLocation:
stunning location very peaceful yet convenient for shoppingideally located in a lovely setting and a short walk to breconideal location for exploring the brecon beaconsgreat location for a walk in the main peaks of the breconsgreat location to walk the brecon beacons
4. Ground floor apartment (from USD 105)
This beautiful one-bedroom ground floor apartment for two people is the perfect holiday house in Brecon if you want to discover what the town has to offer. Beacons National Park, a number of restaurants and pubs are located nearby. Brecon Theatre and Usk River are also within walking distance from the property. This rental features a comfortable bedroom, a living room, a clean bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen.
Top guest reviews
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great to have essentials in the kitchen flowers and a bottle of winewe walked up pen y fan and had a boat trip on the canalwe took a taxi to get to the pen y fan walka comfortable well equipped flat very convenient for the town centre amenities and cathedralwe had a lovely stay the apartment had everything we neededCleanliness:
clean and quietclean and tidy nice little touchesclean and comfortable with plenty of roomit was well set up and very cleanthe apartment was spotless and very well equippedHost:
lise was lovely a very kind host indeeda great flat and a great hostlise was very helpful and met us on site when we arrivedlise was the perfect host and her flat was perfect for the weekend awaygreat place well situated host was fab and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic central location in a beautiful townperfect location for exploring the brecon beaconsgood central location friendly hostsas well as being a great location to walk into breconin addition the location is great
5. Cozy cabin surrounded by greenery (from USD 104)
This cabin for four people is surrounded by a wooden landscape perfect for those looking for a relaxing holiday amid nature. The studio-style cabin has a double bed and a sofa bed, which can comfortably sleep up to four people. A kitchen area and a bathroom are also included in the rental. Go out for a walk or just stay in and keep yourself entertained with the TV, DVD player, and a nice selection of DVDs.
Top guest reviews
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the cabin has everything needed and is really cosy and comfortablethe accommodation is warm very comfortable and quietHost:
sian a lovely friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
this place is very cute and cosylovely little getaway location in the heart of the brecon beaconslocation was perfect for those interested in scoping the nearby brecon beaconsthe cooking facilities are awesome - would recommend doing a food shop on your way
6. Self contained wing of historic townhouse (from USD 152)
Cantre Selyf is a large 17th-century townhouse in the centre of the old market town of Brecon. The house has been extensively renovated in a great style that suits the age of the property. In short, it’s stylish yet comfy. This is located in a peaceful area, away from the Main Street. Guests will be allowed to stay in a separate wing of the house. It’s self-contained, and cafes are only a few minutes from the townhouse. There are also many pubs close by. The rooms are spacious and the bedrooms have bathrooms with showers. On arrival, the guests will be surprised with a goodie basket of cereals, tea, coffee and chocolate bars to get you started.
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the beds were super comfortable and we had an excellent staywe did the waterfall walk and went up fan y big and cribyn the next daythere is loads of space and all the rooms are really interesting as well as comfortablevery comfortable beds with lovely bed linenthe bedrooms are comfortable and the garden a lovely place to sit and relaxCleanliness:
lovely home extremely clean and comfortable great communication and everything we neededthis is a nice clean and well-presented propertythe apartment is spacious clean and perfect in every detailthe accommodation was very comfortable and spotlessly cleansuper clean super friendly and ability to parkHost:
helen is a great hostfriendly hosts with good local recommendationsthe hosts were very friendlywhat lovely and helpful hostshelen was super friendly tooRead more reviewsLocation:
convenient yet peaceful location in towngreat location in the middle of brecongreat place fabulous location - very short walk to restaurants and grocery storesthe location couldn’t be better very central in brecon so you can walk everywhere but not noisywonderful location and cool place to stay
7. Luxury B&B
This house is beautiful with an individually styled ‘Castle Keep’ bedroom with one of a kind Renaissance wallpaper, gold rattan king-size bed and a huge freestanding bath with shower attachment. In short, you can get a royal experience living here. This is the apt space to get an intimate luxury hotel experience with an elite lounge and dining room. It also has individually designed bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. The Castle Keep is their signature room at the top of the house that overlooks the old Norman Castle ruins (now we know where it gets its name from).
Brecon, ., United Kingdom
8.45 km (5.3 mi) from Llangorse LakeTop guest reviews
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the room is amazingRead more reviewsHost:
beautiful building beautifully done sumptuous comfort beautiful breckfast wonderful hosts
8. The Barn, Cross Yard
This barn is a recently converted Grade 2 listed barn conversion, located just a few yards from Brecon town centre. Set aside the road with breathtaking hill views, you will feel as though you are actually living in a countryside movie. The house has many classic features, including original beams and natural brickwork. The space also offers light and airy open plan living space downstairs along with three comfortable sized bedrooms upstairs with two bathrooms. The main advantage is that this space has literally no noise pollution at all. It’s apt for a relaxing vacation and the guests get to enjoy the garden swing and trampoline as well.
Brecon, Wales, United Kingdom
8.0 km (5.0 mi) from Llangorse LakeTop guest reviews
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the cottage is set wonderfully nice and comfortable and a good sizeit was spacious well-appointed and an easy stroll to downtown for coffee breakfast and sightseeingreally stylish with big kitchen diner and a beautiful living room with views20 minutes away from (public transport) pen y fan mountainCleanliness:
clean and well equippedvery clean smart and stylish place to stayspotlessly clean everything you need for a perfect stayclean and quiet locationthis is a lovely clean spacious place to stayHost:
great hosts as wellthe correspondence with owners was greatthe host was really helpful and responded to messages promptlyeasy check in and very quick responsive hosts for any questionsanna also sent us a really helpful list of recommendations in the area which were all greatRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent house close to everythingbeautiful location and amazing housewonderful house in a great locationthe location is fab walking distance to the towns many restaurants and barsbeautiful home close to the town
9. 'Ty Bach Twt' insulated petit lodge
This lodge on a farm is in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. It’s equipped with a kitchen and all the other amenities needed. It’s also provided with towels and bedding. This space features a smart TV/DVD and guests are welcome to just sit and relax. This property is 10 minutes away from the village of Talybont. It has direct access to Taff Trail, Henry Vaunge Walk and The Usk Valley Trail. Although this space is petit, it’s cozy and comfortable. It has a double bedroom, with a shower ensuite. It also has a living/kitchen area. The lodge has electric and solar lighting and heating. They have 4 middle lights on solar power, with electric table lamps, and wall lamps for all moods and brightness. Towels, bathrobes and starter toiletries are provided. For the book lovers, a small library is provided as well.
Brecon, brecon beacons national parl, United Kingdom
4.61 km (2.9 mi) from Llangorse LakeTop guest reviews
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it’s clean comfortable and equipped with all the amenities you need for a weekend escapeCleanliness:
the hut is small but has everything you need and is very cleanHost:
everyone was so friendlyceri is a lovely host very helpfulwarm friendly hosts very knowledgeable about the local areathank you ceri for being such a great hostceri is an amazing host and made us feel very welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location just a short drive from many amazing walks and scenerylovely cabin in a great locationgreat location for brecon and other areasfantastic stay such a cute little placegorgeous location and really handy for the village and local walks
10. Central apartment close to public transport
This is a cosy apartment located very close to public transport. It is in a really central area, with places such as tea shops, the river, the canal and the theatre located nearby. This place is apt for couples, solo adventurers and business travelers. There will be full privacy given during the guests’ stay. Shopping can be done in the town center and partying can be done in the numerous pubs present nearby. The owners bought the house 7 years ago and they have a strong connection to it.
Brecon, Wales, United Kingdom
8.46 km (5.3 mi) from Llangorse LakeTop guest reviews
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the bed is so comfortable and its remarkably quiet despite being in the centre of townsuperb apartment in the centre of breconi really enjoyed the addition of wi-fi in the apartment this time being a semi-recent installation i believethe flat is beautifully presented and the bed is probably the comfiest bed i've ever slept inCleanliness:
fantastically clean lovely apartmentclean tidy and well equipped accommodationvery comfortable and cleanclean and convenient apartment in the centre of townwhen i arrived i found the apartment very clean tidy cosy and homelyHost:
the hosts were friendly and helpfulian and sophia were excellent communicative hoststhe hosts are welcoming and are always available if neededcheck in was easy and the hosts were attentivethanks for being perfect hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location good public transport linksa super central flat so everything in brecon is walking distancegreat central location for restaurants and walkinggreat location in middle of town centrebeautiful location to explore brecon
11. Stone cottage with mountain views
This charming south facing cottage looks across sheep pastures in the Usk valley, with views onto the central Brecon Beacons mountains. The space is situated in a rural location where you can enjoy the nature. They also have a hot tub facility which you can opt to enjoy after a relaxing walk. The cosy room has its own separate entrance so the guests can come and go at will. The place is blessed with no light pollution, and thus gives a unique experience for guests to star-gaze in comfort whilst relaxing in the outdoor hot tub. There are many local events and festivals throughout the year, some of which include The Hay Literary Festival in May/June, The Royal Welsh Show and Brecon Jazz Festival in August.
8.02 km (5.0 mi) from Llangorse Lake
12. Self-catering town apartment
This is the private top floor of the owner’s 2-story townhouse. It’s located within a walking distance from the centre of Brecon. The bedroom can be set up with a super-king-size bed, or two singles. It features a TV with a built-in DVD. The space also has a shower room, kitchen with fridge, microwave and other facilities needed for self-catering. Breakfast is not included here, although complimentary milk and a wide choice of beverages will be provided. Fast Wi-Fi is available as well.
Brecon, Wales, United Kingdom
7.81 km (4.9 mi) from Llangorse Lake
13. Brecon Beacons private room with pilates option
This place is a 10-minute walk from Brecon town center and within the National Park. This gothic revival former church lodge offers a great location with fabulous views of the Beacons. It’s great for couples, solo explorers, and business travelers. You’ll be given a good sized room and are free to use the large kitchen and bathroom, parlor and garden. Meals aren’t provided but the guests can cook as much as they like in the kitchen. The room has an antique French and very comfortable ¾-size double bed with down feather quilt, a wardrobe, table and chairs. The good sized bathroom will be mainly just for your use and has an excellent shower. The owner has a pilates certification, so if interested, the guests can opt for this service as well.
Brecon, Wales, United Kingdom
9.19 km (5.8 mi) from Llangorse LakeTop guest reviews
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great views of pen y fanthe view from the kitchen is of corn du and pen-y-fan - simply stunningthe view from the front yard provided breathtaking views of the black mountains and pan-y-fanthe view to pen y fan is spectacular and brecon town centre a short walk down the riverreally unique stay with amazing views of the brecon beacons and pen y fanCleanliness:
comfy clean and quietdeborah was a great host and the room was charming and clean as was the entire spaceHost:
deborah is a wonderful hostdeborah has been a great hostdeborah was a great host really good to chat to herdeborah was lovely kind and happy to let us make ourselves at homedeborah was a great host and very welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
good location for exploring the beaconsgreat location great room great facilitiestidy place in a beautiful locationit was a good location as wellnice place to stay very close to the centre and easy to walk to the restaurants
14. Beacons view Victorian cottage in Brecon Powys
This cottage is warm and cosy and has 2 bedrooms. It’s just a few minutes’ walk from the main town. It’s located right next to River Usk with views of the mountains beyond. This space also has a secure parking space. The master bedroom can be used by couples and the second bedroom can be used by children. The guests will be provided entire access to the ground floor and first floor. The thoughtful owners have prepared a folder regarding all the things the guests should know about the cottage as well as the town.
Brecon, United Kingdom
8.81 km (5.5 mi) from Llangorse LakeTop guest reviews
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beautiful views of the snow tipped pen y fan mountain from the balconyhouse facilities were great & views across to pen y fan spectacularwe visited with our two boys and they loved their room with its balcony to the outsidelovely comfortable cottage in an excellent position for walks along the river and town centrethe house was comfortable and warm- and thanks for bara brith and welsh cakesCleanliness:
cottage lovely and clean plenty of bedding towels and it was spotlessvery clean and well equippedwonderful place - clean cozy easyclean and all the facilities you would wantcommunication was great and place was clean and had all the amenities we neededHost:
tony & pam were great hostsour hosts tony and pam were extremely helpfulpam and tony were very friendly and helpful hoststony and pam were very kind and helpfultom and pam were great hosts and left a number to contact them which is perfectRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantastic tooa lovely property near to the canal and within easy walking distance of the town centreextremely quiet location and not far from the town centre easily within walking distancelocation was ideal being very close to brecon town centre & was very quietexcellent location for easy walking into brecon town centre
Off you go to this historic town
Brecon is a wonderful town full of life. It’s ideal for couples since it has many great places to visit during the day and the best relaxing services to wind down at night. Whether you’re staying in a cosy bed and breakfast or in one of the best yurts, the rental owners speak very fondly of their memories with this town, let’s hope it touches the visitors as well. Pack your bags and head here to create your own special moments.
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