Avg. for September
Avg. for September
Nightly prices at Gail’s Guest House average $109 in January, the cheapest month, and $124 in February, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $109 |
| February | $124 |
| March | $114 |
| April | $114 |
| May | $116 |
| June | $116 |
| July | $118 |
| August | $120 |
| September | $117 |
| October | $115 |
| November | $113 |
| December | $111 |
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Most expensive: February (~$124)
Cheapest: January (~$109)
This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers complimentary parking nearby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms.
With a stay at Gails Guest House in Barry, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Barry Island Beach and Barry Island Pleasure Park. This bed & breakfast is 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Cardiff Bay and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Cardiff Castle.
What's nearby
Barry War Museum(0.3 miles)
Barry Island Pleasure Park(0.4 miles)
Whitmore Bay(0.7 miles)
Barry Island Beach(0.8 miles)
Goodsheds(0.9 miles)
Barry Leisure Centre(1.4 miles)
Porthkerry Country Park(1.5 miles)
Penmark Castle(5.2 miles)
Dinas Powys Golf Club(5.3 miles)
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park(5.5 miles)
Fonmon Castle(6 miles)
Pennarth Beach(6.7 miles)
Watch House Beach(6.7 miles)
Penarth Leisure Centre(6.7 miles)
Cottrell Park Golf Resort(7.4 miles)
Cardiff International Airport (CWL)(4.2 miles)
Bristol International Airport (BRS)(62 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Billiards
Fishing
Barry War Museum (0.3 miles)
Barry Island Pleasure Park (0.4 miles)
Whitmore Bay (0.7 miles)
Barry Island Beach (0.8 miles)
Goodsheds (0.9 miles)
Barry Leisure Centre (1.4 miles)
Based on 471 verified reviews
Business
27%
Couple
43%
Family
16%
Group
12%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Gail's Guest House is praised for friendly hosts, tasty and varied breakfasts, comfortable beds, and a convenient, quiet location near the beach and train station, with many guests finding it good value for short stays.
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Across recent reviews, Gail's Guest House is praised for friendly hosts, tasty and varied breakfasts, comfortable beds, and a convenient, quiet location near the beach and train station, with many guests finding it good value for short stays.
Cleanliness is generally good, but several reviews note dust, maintenance wear, or isolated mold, and one mentions a dining area needing a deeper clean. Parking is on surrounding streets and can be confusing due to permit zones, and rooms on upper floors require steep stairs with no lift. A few guests reported communication lapses at arrival or by email. Best for travellers seeking a straightforward base over full-service frills.
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Street parking is available nearby, but several guests found permit zones confusing and one reported a ticket; others reported finding spaces without issue. Upper floors are accessed by steep stairs and there is no lift.
Brian
Jul 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Julie
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mary-Jade
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Chelsey
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Deborah
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
M
Mar 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Many reviews describe clean rooms and bathrooms, but recurring issues include dust, leftover toiletries or old food, and occasional mold or worn furnishings; one guest also cited a dining area needing a deeper clean.
David
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Julie
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tanya
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Meinir
May 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Sarah
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Kate
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Jacqueline
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Deborah
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, with some modern, airy spaces and family options. A few guests found rooms small or dated and noted maintenance issues such as broken fittings or a nonworking TV.
David
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Simon
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Didier
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Tanya
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Meinir
May 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Sarah
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Deborah
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Michelle
Jul 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Hosts are widely praised as welcoming, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-ins in several reviews and one proactive refund after a boiler issue. A small number reported communication lapses or lack of greeting.
Sarah
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Jane
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Mark
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mary-Jade
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Deborah
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
mark
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Martyn
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
M
Mar 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Convenient, walkable base near Barry Island, the beach and Pleasure Park, and a short walk to the train station and town centre; several noted a quiet setting.
David
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Susan
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Julie
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Simon
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Laura
Jul 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Jane
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Mark
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gemma
Mar 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Samantha
Feb 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Breakfast is frequently praised for taste and variety, with pre-ordered hot items and buffet options mentioned and staff accommodating requests. A few reviews found it average or not to their taste.
David
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Simon
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Laura
Jul 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
May 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Gemma
Mar 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Sarah
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Jacqueline
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Robert
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
mark
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
gary
Oct 10, 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
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Annie
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Kate
Jul 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
David
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Chelsey
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mark
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Yes, complimentary self-parking is available on-site.
Yes, breakfast is available, although specific details about the type and cost are not provided.
Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is at 10:30. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
The property is located in Barry, within a 15-minute drive of Barry Island Beach and Cardiff Bay. It is approximately 12.1 miles from Principality Stadium and 11.9 miles from Cardiff Castle.
Children are welcome at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for children to stay for free.
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Family Room
Billiards
Fishing
Golf (miniature)
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Designated Smoking Area
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
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Free Parking
Free Wi-Fi