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About the Hotel

Hensol Park, Hensol, Hensol, United Kingdom, CF72 8JY

Next to Hensol Lake

Great

8.5

8.6

/10

4.0

4.1

Amenities

Vale Resort offers wide-ranging facilities, including a championship golf course recognized as one of the finest in Wales. Guests can enjoy an extensive leisure club featuring a swimming pool, sauna, and well-equipped gym. The resort also comprises multiple event spaces suitable for meetings and gatherings.

Rooms

The hotel has 143 guest rooms, offering an array of comfortable accommodations tailored to meet varying needs. Each room is furnished with contemporary amenities, providing an inviting atmosphere for relaxation. The hotel also offers features such as room service available during designated hours.

Dining

Vale Resort hosts a selection of dining options, including the Vale Grill that presents a menu rich in fresh local ingredients. Guests can also visit the Bar 1903 for a range of beverages and light bites. In addition, the hotel provides a special dining package for guests who prefer valued meals.

Wellness

The Vale Resort includes a spa with a variety of therapeutic treatments aimed at enhancing well-being. Treatments provided at the spa focus on relaxation and rejuvenation, using high-quality products. Guests have access to fitness classes, alongside state-of-the-art fitness equipment.

Location

Positioned amidst the scenic countryside, Vale Resort is only 15 minutes from Cardiff City Centre. The resort's grounds include extensive walking and cycling paths, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore nearby attractions like Cardiff Castle and the lush surrounding natural landscapes.

Highlights

Golf: Championship golf course rated among the best in Wales

Wellness: Spa with therapeutic treatments available

Dining: Vale Grill emphasizes local ingredients

Location: Scenic countryside with nearby attractions

Must-do experiences

Visit the stunning Hensol Castle for picturesque views and history.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the nearby Welsh Folk Museum in St. Fagans.
Savor the famous Glamorgan Sausage at a local market for a taste of Wales.
Take a scenic walk around the beautiful Llancaiach Fawr manor house.
Experience a round of golf at the Vale Resort's championship course.

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Select your room type

Vale Resort offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

2 persons

260 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

260 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Hensol Castle Executive

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Hensol Castle Deluxe

2 persons

325 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Vale Resort offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Tennis court
Badminton
Golf course
Squash
Yoga class

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Facial
Treatment room
Beauty treatment
Full body massage
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

Vale Resort boasts a delightful dining experience centered around local flavors and grilled dishes. Guests can enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere while indulging in exceptional cuisine crafted by in-house chefs, making it an ideal setting for both casual meals and romantic dinners.

Restaurant #1

Local, Grill/BBQ

Ambiance

Romantic, warm and bright setting

Key Offerings

Exceptional dishes crafted by in-house chefs, ideal for special occasions such as anniversaries.

Reservation

Not needed

Hours vary.

Vale Resort Location

Hensol Park, Hensol, Hensol, United Kingdom, CF72 8JY

Map view

Hensol Park, Hensol, Hensol, United Kingdom, CF72 8JY

City landmarks

Landmark

Hensol Castle

2500 ft

Landmark

Hensol Lake

3200 ft

Landmark

Dyffryn Mawr Farmhouse

4600 ft

Farm

Hendrewennol Fruit Garden

1.7 mi

Landmark

Hensol Woods

1.2 mi

Landmark

The Royal Mint Experience

4.1 mi

Gallery

Giles Gallery

1.9 mi

Landmark

All Hallows

1.9 mi

Landmark

Hope Penuel Presbyterian Church

1.9 mi

Landmark

Parish Church of Saint Paul

2.2 mi

Church

Church Of St Peter

2.6 mi

Landmark

Pound Shop

2.6 mi

Landmark

Croes y Parc Chapel

2.6 mi

Landmark

The Kingdom Hall

2.7 mi

Landmark

Creigiau Golf Course

2.9 mi

Landmark

Ebenezer Church

2.8 mi

Church

St Mary's Church

2.9 mi

Golf Course

Cottrell Park Golf Resort

2.9 mi

Landmark

Saint y-Nyll Ponds

3.0 mi

Golf Course

Creigiau Golf Club

3.0 mi

Landmark

The Model House

3.3 mi

Landmark

Dyffryn Gardens and Arboretum

3.1 mi

Farm

Warren Mill Farm Park

3.9 mi

Castle

St Quintins Castle

4.3 mi

Farm

Amelia Trust Farm

4.2 mi

Landmark

Acapela Studio

4.3 mi

Nearby

Hensol Lake

3200 ft

Restaurants

Vale Grill

100 ft

Hensol Park Vale Resort

Explore Hensol

Explore Hensol and Beyond

Hensol Castle

10 minutes' walk

Historic Hensol Castle features stunning architecture and gardens, perfect for a leisurely walk or a picnic.

Hensol Lake

12 minutes' walk

Picturesque Hensol Lake offers scenic views and walking trails, great for birdwatching or a peaceful retreat.

Dyffryn Mawr Farmhouse

5-minute drive

Charming Dyffryn Mawr Farmhouse hosts themed events and farm tours with local produce, bringing a taste of rural life.

Hendrewennol Fruit Garden

10-minute drive

Family-friendly Hendrewennol features pick-your-own fruit options, playgrounds, and café delights for all ages.

Talygarn Equestrian Centre

5-minute drive

Talygarn offers riding lessons and trail rides, suitable for all skill levels, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Wellness at Vale Resort Spa

1-minute walk

Relaxing spa services at Vale Resort provide rejuvenating treatments, perfect for unwinding after a busy day.

Vale Grill

1 minute' walk

Vale Grill offers a relaxed setting with grilled specialties and local dishes. Reservations recommended for peak times.

The Royal Mint Experience Cafe

15-minute drive

At The Royal Mint, the café serves delicious meals, making it perfect for a meal after exploring the mint's tours.

Acapela Studio

15-minute drive

Acapela features live music performances in an intimate setting, great for music lovers seeking an entertaining night out.

Giles Gallery

10-minute drive

Giles Gallery showcases local artists' work and frequently hosts art exhibits, perfect for culture enthusiasts.

Getting around

City Centre

Hensol15 min · 4000 ft

Airports

Cardiff (CWL)29 min · 11.9 mi

Swansea (SWS)95 min · 39.2 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP18.95 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room. There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2011

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

151

Former name

The Vale & Golf Club

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Vale Resort from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 962 verified reviews

8.3/10

Great

81%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.7/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

9.0/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.9/10

Location

9.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.9/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

8.4/10

george from united kingdom

Couple

executive room balcony

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:January 30, 2026

9/10

romantic getaway

lovely viewcomfortable bed

I found the room very clean. it had a lovely view. the breakfast was good and i liked helen, she looked after our room so well. the bed was huge and comfortable. We loved the size.

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Owen from Australia

Family with children

Standard Double Room

3 nights in December 2025

Reviewed:January 21, 2026

8.8/10

Fantastic Stay for a Baby Shower Event

perfect eventamazing staffburger stationrefrigerator absence

The baby shower in the conservatory was perfect. Joanne listened to every detail and created an lovely experience (I really appreciate that!). The staff was amazing on the day and the BYO burger station offered delicious food. It was a beautifully organised event, thanks to the hard work of the staff.

The absence of a refrigerator in the room was disappointing, especially considering the hotel's rating. Robes and slippers were available only for an additional fee. I think this is an unexpected extra charge.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel provided convenient free parking and a swimming pool, alongside a sauna, contributing positively to our relaxation. The spa facilities were recently upgraded (that was great!).

Dining

8/10

The breakfast offered a lovely view of the golf course and included a varied buffet. The food served at the baby shower, including the burger station, tasted delicious.

Rooms

9/10

The room was large and clean and the bed provided a very comfortable sleep. It included a TV with many channels.

Location

9/10

The hotel's location proved convenient for a trip to the Royal Mint. The setting of the resort is beautiful.

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Leo from Germany

Standard Twin Room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:December 31, 2025

7/10

large roommodern bathroomgood sleepunavailable lockershigh chlorinepotential improvements

The room was large with a very modern bathroom. The bedroom was nice and cool and also very quiet. I found that I had a good night's sleep.

The pool area did not have available lockers. I had to take my items poolside. The chlorine levels in the pool were quite high and stung my eyes. I thought some improvements could be made.

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Joseph from United Kingdom

Couple

Executive Room Balcony

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:December 26, 2025

9/10

Very nice Service and Beautiful Stay!

high standardgreat staff

Garreth contacted us before our stay and was always available. He ensured we were happy with our room. All staff provided service at a high standard. They were great.

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David from United Kingdom

Couple

Executive Room No Balcony

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:December 15, 2025

9/10

large countertopgolf course

The room was spacious. The bathroom included a large countertop. The breakfast room offered a terrace. I enjoyed views overlooking the golf course.

The spa changing room could use some fresh paint.

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Samantha from United Kingdom

Couple

Standard Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:November 30, 2025

7/10

pleasant stay overall

leisure facilitiespleasant atmosphereclean roomusb portslow servicetowel absence

the leisure facilities were quite pleasant. our room was lovely and clean with everything we needed for our stay. the atmosphere generated around the entire hotel felt calm and relaxing.

I found no usb ports in the room to plug in my phone charger. the bar service was slow. I had to get my own cutlery. i was told they had no towels at the pool, so i had to retrieve used ones from my room.

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Brendan from Ireland

Single

Standard Twin Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed:November 20, 2025

6/10

room issues and slow service

high temperatureslow coffee

the room thermostat didn't work at all. i complained and maintenance looked at it, but the temperature stayed WAY TOO high. it made sleeping DIFFICULT. also, breakfast was chaotic. the staff struggled to keep up, and items ran out quickly. getting a coffee took AGES.

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