Name: The Grove
Address: High Street, St. David's and the Cathedral Close, Haverfordwest, Wales, United Kingdom, St. David's and the Cathedral Close, Pembrokeshire, GB
Price range: $70–$156 per night
Rating: 7.43

What guests think

Across recent reviews of The Grove, travellers highlight friendly, hardworking staff and a convenient base in St Davids with easy parking, while noting that overall quality feels uneven and parts of the property appear ready for a refresh.

Many describe comfortable beds and adequate space, but note dated decor and maintenance issues such as peeling paint and occasional mould. Dining feedback ranges from tasty breakfasts and good dinners to limited or unimpressive options, and a few stays were affected by building works or early bar closure. Overall, it suits travellers prioritising location over modern finishes.

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Facilities

Onsite parking is easy, and there is a bar and restaurant; several guests also note the property is dog friendly. A few reviews mention closures or disruption from building works or the bar closing early.

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10

Helen

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel close to everything. Beautiful bar and lounge.

8

Peter

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Worked well with helpful staff.Dog friendly and good atmosphere. Food good but not outstanding. Continental breakfast limited and not imaginative...powdered coffee!

6

glenda

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not told about extensive building work taking place. Room need a clean up

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Paul

Apr 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Was told might be some decorating going on arrived and restaurant and bar were closed staff did their best and workers were trying their best to minimise risk

10

Susan

Mar 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Just one one night in this hotel before our weeks stay in an apartment. Very welcoming hosts. A really lovely rustic bedroom with a fire and stone wall. Lovely comfy bed with white linen. Just perfect for us and our dog. Our friends joined us for dinner with their two dogs. Food was great and gf for our friend. The dogs behaved well and sat under the table. Great that this place is dog friendly. We would love to stay again. Good luck to the lovely hosts who are doing their best to bring about improvements. We loved it. A great start to our holiday. Thank you. Smashing breakfast. Full cooked breakfast for hubby and lovely continental breakfast for me. Lots of choice

4

Nicola

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Disappointing bar closed early room wasn’t ready

8

Kelly

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to find and easy to park onsite. The room was huge with vintage features and the bed was huge and by the most comfortable I have slept in for years. We didn’t have breakfast as I have a long list of allergies. St. David’s is a tiny City, from the hotel to the Cathedral is about a 10 minute walk and you would have covered most of the city on that walk.

10

Liz

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy parking staff helpful room very clean

6

Mr Richard

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was easy. Rooms and communal areas could do with a bit of an upgrade. Did not eat there, but fairly extensive bar type menu. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room and bathroom were clean. Central to the city, within 10 minute walk to the cathedral etc. For what we paid it was fairly good value.

10

Heather

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place for dog owners. We upgraded to a deluxe room perfect. Staff excellent

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: some found rooms and bathrooms clean, while others reported dust, cobwebs, damp smells, mould, and missed housekeeping details.

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Chris

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Generally ok but in need of redecoration. Mould in bedroom and bathroom and snail-trails left by the snail on picture frame. Told housekeeping - thought it funny! But bed comfy, plumbing all worked well.

4

Davina

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I usually give positive reviews of hotels or don't bother to give a review at all. In this case I am going to make an exception. The cleanliness / standard of housekeeping at this establishment was dreadful. Thick dust, cobwebs, spiders, mosquitoes, you name it, the Grove has them all. Laziness? Lack of staff ? I don't care about the reasons. Not my problem. Neglect of basic standards is an insult to paying guests. The fact is the state of our room blighted what otherwise would have been a very enjoyable visit to this beautiful Welsh cathedral city. Do visit St. David's. Don't stay at the Grove.

8

Cara

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in room 3 Room wasnt as clean as I wanted as we found used tissues in the top drawer when looking for a hair dryer which the room didnt have so I had to ask at the bar for one.. and when my daughter went to use the toilteries they were empty. Other than that and maybe a little uldating of the decor it was a nice stay and we would return..

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Alison

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfy clean bed, suitably furnished large family room. However the mould in the shower room was unpleasant.

8

Tracy

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had comfortable stay at the Grove. The room at first glance looked very nice but on further inspection it was not as clean as I would expect. It was dusty around lights, including the bedside light. The bathroom had a strong damp smell as the shower curtain was discoloured as it hadn’t been washed or changed in a good while. The decorative mirror had black mould in the carved white surround. The staff were helpful, especially the member of staff on duty at breakfast. She was great. The continental breakfast is good value at £6.95.

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Tibor

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty smelly room, possibly dog urine

10

Penny

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good and quiet place. Very clean and comfortable. We arrived late and they hotel manage to serve us food. Thank you.

8

Julie

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfortable room. Friendly staff and good location.

10

Liz

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy parking staff helpful room very clean

6

Mr Richard

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was easy. Rooms and communal areas could do with a bit of an upgrade. Did not eat there, but fairly extensive bar type menu. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room and bathroom were clean. Central to the city, within 10 minute walk to the cathedral etc. For what we paid it was fairly good value.

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Rooms

Beds are comfortable and some rooms are spacious, but decor is dated and several guests call for refurbishment.

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Paul

Apr 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Enjoyed a pleasant evening meal and subsequent breakfast. Our room was clean and comfortable if a little basic. Whereas the downstairs area is well maintained and ‘modern’, the bedrooms are in need of updating and certainly decorating. Last stayed at the Grove in 2019 and they were promising refurb then. It is yet to happen. But does not deter us from visiting again. Particular mention for bar staff, very good.

6

Liam

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were on the whole very good, food was fine, but sadly the hotel is in desperate need of

8

Adrian

Dec 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff friendly, fab location, only slight downside is the room i was in could do with redecorating a tad

8

Stephen

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Overall the area around the property is very good easily access the coastal path lovely walk but tricky in some parts the shops and bars restaurants only 3 minutes walk and about 15 minutes to the cathedral the staff are very friendly and helpful breakfast was very good also do evening meals on the downside the rooms need updating sooner rather than later i I would consider returning in the future 😀 hopefully to refreshed rooms big thanks to all the staff doing a great job

8

Fiona

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely Big Comfortable and Clean Bed! Room was a good size. Food was delicious,we actually had 2 evening meal there aswell. Staff were very friendly, nothing was too much for them

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Siriol

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable bed, clean bathroom and very helpful staff. As others have pointed out, the decor is tired but I certainly didn’t lose any sleep over it!

8

Elizabeth MARY

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel/ inn. Staff were so helpful and friendly, answered all queries quickly and with smiles on their faces each time. Bed was comfortable, room spacious and breakfast was very tasty.

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Margaret

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very friendly. Unfortunately room 7 is rather noisy and vibrates from an extractor? Woke us up early and room was vibrating. Not very peaceful. Flaking paint on radiators.

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Jacqui

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is in need of refurbishment for the bedrooms. Stair carpet etc is wearing thin and the bedroom furniture is looking tired

8

Kelly

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to find and easy to park onsite. The room was huge with vintage features and the bed was huge and by the most comfortable I have slept in for years. We didn’t have breakfast as I have a long list of allergies. St. David’s is a tiny City, from the hotel to the Cathedral is about a 10 minute walk and you would have covered most of the city on that walk.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and hardworking, with staff accommodating requests. A few guests noted lapses such as rooms not ready or disorganised service.

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10

Adam

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

As the organiser of a 6 room booking no one in the group had any complaints at all. The staff were incredibly attentive and happy to help, the rooms were clean and comfortable and breakfast was exactly as expected. Considering we were there way out of their main season and the roof had sustained some damage from a recent storm, we were very impressed.

10

Jonathan

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place to stay and very well located. Service was very friendly.

6

Carys

Apr 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is run by a pub chain. Bed was comfy and room a little tired in places but clean. Staff need more organisation, friendly enough but they looked scruffy and service was poor. Nice cooked breakfast. Convenient for St. David's and ample parking.

10

ADRIAN

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great veggie breakfast very helpful and friendly staff they are enthusiastic and knowledgeable of the local area.

10

rachel

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great value for money. Large room, new shower and tv. Excellent location, and the staff were amazing.

8

Fiona

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely Big Comfortable and Clean Bed! Room was a good size. Food was delicious,we actually had 2 evening meal there aswell. Staff were very friendly, nothing was too much for them

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Andrew

Feb 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were fantastic Courteous polite and very helpful

10

MR MARCUS

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Incredible staff, very friendly and hard working.

8

Elizabeth MARY

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel/ inn. Staff were so helpful and friendly, answered all queries quickly and with smiles on their faces each time. Bed was comfortable, room spacious and breakfast was very tasty.

6

Christine

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were friendly and polite. The room wasn’t ready at check in and it wasn’t very clean Lots of cobwebs and in the bedroom and the bathroom wasn’t as clean as I would have expected

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Location

Central, walkable base in St Davids with easy access to the cathedral, shops, and coastal paths; onsite parking supports easy arrival.

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8

Brigitte

Mar 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely place to stay, very quiet and a great location for exploring St David

8

Adrian

Dec 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff friendly, fab location, only slight downside is the room i was in could do with redecorating a tad

8

Stephen

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Overall the area around the property is very good easily access the coastal path lovely walk but tricky in some parts the shops and bars restaurants only 3 minutes walk and about 15 minutes to the cathedral the staff are very friendly and helpful breakfast was very good also do evening meals on the downside the rooms need updating sooner rather than later i I would consider returning in the future 😀 hopefully to refreshed rooms big thanks to all the staff doing a great job

10

Wendy

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was nicely situated on the edge of town, so it was easy to walk into town and also to walk to the coast and pretty bay.

8

Irene

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Walking distance to Main Street x

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rona

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was well placed for easy access to sights

8

Kelly

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to find and easy to park onsite. The room was huge with vintage features and the bed was huge and by the most comfortable I have slept in for years. We didn’t have breakfast as I have a long list of allergies. St. David’s is a tiny City, from the hotel to the Cathedral is about a 10 minute walk and you would have covered most of the city on that walk.

8

Julie

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean comfortable room. Friendly staff and good location.

10

Brett

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

6

Mr Richard

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was easy. Rooms and communal areas could do with a bit of an upgrade. Did not eat there, but fairly extensive bar type menu. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room and bathroom were clean. Central to the city, within 10 minute walk to the cathedral etc. For what we paid it was fairly good value.

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Dining

Dining is mixed: many enjoyed tasty breakfasts and good evening meals, while others found options limited or unimpressive, citing a basic menu and weak continental choices.

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10

Jane

Feb 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming & friendly check-in, clean & very comfortable room, delicious meal ( large portion), walkable to village & cathedral . Hope to visit again.

6

Mike

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed at The Grove just after the new ground floor rooms were built and we very much enjoyed our stay. The menu was far superior to what we have just experienced spending 3 nights at the Grove. The current menu is an“everything with chips” menu. Room 3 had a comfy bed ,plenty of space but the en suite was looking well used.

10

ADRIAN

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great veggie breakfast very helpful and friendly staff they are enthusiastic and knowledgeable of the local area.

8

Peter

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Worked well with helpful staff.Dog friendly and good atmosphere. Food good but not outstanding. Continental breakfast limited and not imaginative...powdered coffee!

10

Sarah

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel staff was incredibly warm and friendly. We faced some difficulties at midnight, and they were quick to assist us, for which we are very grateful. Eating on the first floor is very convenient and the food is delicious.

10

Arie

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful room with a very comfortable bed. Good food.

8

Fiona

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely Big Comfortable and Clean Bed! Room was a good size. Food was delicious,we actually had 2 evening meal there aswell. Staff were very friendly, nothing was too much for them

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Jean

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Firstly the staff in the bar and restaurant were lovely. Very friendly and welcoming. The bar, seating area and restaurant looked well kept. Shame I can’t say the same about the rooms. A friend and myself stayed for two nights and were shocked when we saw the rooms. They were grubby and tired and in much need of a complete overhaul. For the price charged over one hundred pounds per night, no breakfast included it was overpriced. I’ve stayed at nicer, cleaner places for a lot less. We chose to have breakfast on our second morning before leaving and what can I say? I had scrambled egg on toast….well if you can call it toast. It looked like the cheapest thin cut bread you could buy and if the person cooking the breakfast thought that the bread had been toasted then they shouldn’t be doing the cooking. It was totally inedible so for one cup of coffee and two eggs scrambled it cost nearly eight pounds. Needless to say I wouldn’t recommend this hotel or stay there again.

6

Rob

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Tired looking. Breakfast unimpressive

8

Elizabeth MARY

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel/ inn. Staff were so helpful and friendly, answered all queries quickly and with smiles on their faces each time. Bed was comfortable, room spacious and breakfast was very tasty.

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Month	Average price
January	$65
February	$71
March	$75
April	$90
May	$109
June	$119
July	$114
August	$123
September	$113
October	$81
November	$69
December	$74

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13 $93	14	15	16 $153	17 $152	18 $156	19
20 $104	21 $138	22	23	24 $132	25 $135	26 $143
27 $79	28 $109	29 $93	30

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $88	2 $90	3 $111
4 $70	5 $85	6 $111	7 $83	8 $74	9 $106	10 $106
11 $71	12 $88	13 $87	14 $85	15 $74	16 $85	17 $95
18 $70	19 $83	20 $89	21 $99	22 $77	23	24
25 $90	26 $97	27 $84	28 $76	29 $75	30 $82	31 $93

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