The Bell at Skenfrith

Beautiful food, lovely staff and stunning surroundings. Never, ever had anything less than a great experience here all round - it’s well worth the 45 minute drive to get here. Attentive but not overbearing staff. We both had the Roast Beef today followed by apple and cinnamon crumble, worth every penny.

Went to the bell for a drink after a long walk. Was greated by the most miserable rude and unhelpful member of bar staff who quite clearly should not work in customer services!! Shame as the restaurant looked great!! Would think twice about going back!!

Came here with friends for a two day break, what a wonderful place! We were immediately made to feel at home by Maria and Kat who looked after us so well. The rooms are elegant and comfortable and our’s “Whickhams Fancy” had wonderful views over the River Monnow. The bar is well stocked with everything from draught Butty Bach to single malts and Kat was happy to go “off menu” and produce some excellent martinis. The food, all locally sourced, is very good , with generous portions and beautiful presentation…..not a common combination in my experience. Try the twice baked cheese soufflé or the Brixham Crab starters followed by the Pork tenderloin or Beef fillet, we never had a disappointing mouthful. And then it’s breakfast time and more perfectly cooked produce. Skenfrith village is only a short walk away and comes complete with ruined castle and a fascinating mediaeval church. And if you want some more exercise the staff are keen to point out local walks….and this really is a dog friendly hotel. I have stayed at lots of lovely places over the years, but I cannot recommend a better experience anywhere……we will be back.

Boyfriend booked for my birthday as he had also booked the walnut tree. The Inn has recently been refurbished and is very well appointed. We got there late afternoon and decided to go for a drink in the bar, there was no snack menu but the waitress offering to make a cheese board which was lovely. Rooms where great and bed was super comfy, the hotel is so quiet and peaceful, perfect for complete relaxation, tv was other half’s only bugbear, as a bit retro for a 5 star hotel. We dined in the restaurant that evening and it was excellent, starters of pate and soufflé, mains of Welsh lamb and pork and desert sticky toffee pudding, chocolate and raspberry plate. The mains where stunning, perfect portion size and the meat was cooked to perfection. We ate at the walnut tree the next night and I thought the bell was better. Breakfast the best full English I have ever had, faultless! Highly recommended would love to return

You really need to go and experience “The Bell”. We have stayed at some of the so-called best places in the world…this place knocks them into a cocked hat. Maria and her small team (Kat, Tom, 2 chefs, 2 chamber) are the perfect hosts, with excellent customer service relations. Nothing is too much trouble for any of them. We cannot find anything but praises for our stay, the room, wine, beer, location, walks, staff were all above and beyond. Will look back at our stay with the fondest memories. Thank you for the perfect 4 days. We will be back…..

We had a wonderful stay at The Bell. Maria is the absolute star of the show (I just worry when she gets time off!) but honestly everything was exceptional. The rooms are lovely and comfortable and the breakfast is incredible. The food is just wonderful and very reasonable! Extensive and good wine list, lots of wonderful walks around. A wonderful place to spend a weekend.

Usually fantastic! But unfortunately we were greeted by an exceptionally rude member of staff. There was a function on, which I completely understand has people run off their feet, but this member of staff didn’t need to be as rude as she was. Emailed a complaint, relied with a similar tone. Shame

We stayed at the Bell for two nights while attending a wedding near Abergavenny. Sadly we had been forced to reduce our original booking of four nights so we were unable to explore and walk in the local area as hoped. nevertheless I can say The Bell and Skenfrith are in a beautiful area of stunning countryside on a quiet "B" road and I am sure the various walks they have from the hotel are excellent. Skenfrith is a very peaceful hamlet by the river. No shop but very interesting castle ruins and church. It is not often that somewhere ticks every box, but the Bell certainly does: Lovely building with about 11 rooms. Beautiful location by the river. Quiet and peaceful. Rooms immaculate. Spotlessly clean. Excellent restaurant and breakfast. Friendly and courteous staff. Well laid out and spacious groundfloor and dining area. Lovely garden and outside tables and area. All in all highly recommended. We couldn't fault it. A well maintained, clean, fresh and friendly place to stay with excellent food.

What a beautiful place to spend a couple of days. The rooms and warm and comfortable, the bar and restaurant cozy and inviting. One can’t help but relax in the beautiful, calm surroundings. We ate at the restaurant both nights and the food was absolutely superb. The hardest thing was choosing what to have! The staff were excellent, in particular Maria, who was so accommodating with every little request we had. Nothing was ever a problem and all taken care of quickly and with a smile. For the perfect place to unwind, you can’t really go wrong here.