Reviews of Seabank Hotel 3 stars
West Drive, Porthcawl, CF36 3LU, United Kingdom
#43 of 55 hotels in Porthcawl
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 1369 hotel reviews
8.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.6
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Comfort
8.6
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Location
9.5
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Facilities
8.0
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Staff
9.1
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Value for money
8.0
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Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Phillip
United Kingdom22 reviews8.0“Nice bro”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There were a lot of flies in the lounge that nobody seemed to want to deal with .
Good location, staff friendly and helpful
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Jayne
United Kingdom5 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Woken early by worker knocking door of next room and speaking to guest.
Comfy bed, large shower and bathroom.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Sammc27
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0“Nice relaxing stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was ok but could be better but was quick to be delivered.
Room was lovely and clean. Had a lovely sea view. I could have sat all day in the window enjoying my tea . A little bit dated but I loved to old style vibes. No complaints. All staff lovely and welcoming. I will be returning soon again
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Philip
United Kingdom25 reviews6 helpful votes9.0“Excellent stay”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Friendly welcome Clean room Good breakfast
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Mark
United Kingdom21 reviews3 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location & building if a little dated - but looks like work in progress to update 👍
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Gareth
United Kingdom2 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Location seaview nice town pubs restaurants beach
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Lesley
United Kingdom21 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Stayed two nights but wouldn’t stay any longer than that”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast just bordering on adequate. In bath shower which is not good for the elderly to use safely
Location was spot on. Comfortable bed.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Hayley
United Kingdom18 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Fabulous hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Fabulous hotel right in the town , free parking, lovely spacious room with sea view, breakfast was lovely.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Susan
United Kingdom8 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing ..everything was perfect .
Location was good for shops and lovely views from hotel .lovely staff .
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Geoff
United Kingdom21 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“A great place to explore the area from and to return to for a good evening meal and entertainment.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Hotel tired in a few areas, should be excellent when they complete the refurb.
Very good choice of breakfast, traditional + fruits + cereals.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Catherine
United Kingdom12 reviews9.0“Short notice”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Location and right by the sea.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Roger
United Kingdom2 reviews8.0“A very satisfactory short break.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Shower cubicle could be improved.
Na
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Shashi
United Kingdom6 reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Excellent location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Restricted breakfast time of 1 hour from 8am to 9am not enough when you are on holiday. Evening meal by 7pm not sure.
Sea view bedroom locationof hotel
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Michael
United Kingdom20 reviews9.0“We had a thoroughly enjoyable weekend.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
Can't think
Room and view, breakfast, car parking.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Janet
United Kingdom56 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Very good short break with the bonus of entertainment and a wonderful Sea View”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
The location and comfort
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Hilary
New Zealand85 reviews5 helpful votes7.0“Had a great time in Porthcawl and appreciated the Seabank.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
I needed a fridge with direct access somewhere, given it was a heatwave, but this was only behind a No Entry door. Our room was almost too hot even with the window open, but not much to do about that. Being an old hotel, the floors were all very noisy. Coffee was very old-fashioned!
Great location, good breakfast, room was fine, bed was adequate, we had a great stay and enjoyed our time in Porthcawl. The staff were very helpful. Given the accommodation situation in Porthcawl, we were very appreciative of the Seabank. And its parking.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Lisa
United Kingdom2 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Rooms were very outdated and could be brought up to the standard of the main entrance and lounge area. Rooms were very warm, and windows would not open very much.
The conservatory area was amazing. Breakfast was very good. Entertainment was excellent. The location was good.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Kevin
United Kingdom13 reviews8.0“Nice simple hotel set in huge car park and ideally sited for convenience. Wonderfully helpful staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
No real gripes - the room was comfortable and of an expected standard. We had twin beds, an ensuite with a good sized corner shower, decor was a bit dated - but aren't they all? There was confusion between Reception and the Dining Room and Bar over table numbers for seating at Breakfast and dinner - we chose to eat in and out table changed 3 times within our stay - but no one seemed to know who had changed it and why? Anyway, we dealt with it with the Dining Room Staff and just got on with life. When we went to check put I was expecting a bar bill for drinks served with our 2 nights dinners - but the Reception couldn't find it - so someone paid the bar tab for us - probably caused by the table shuffles confusion.... And be aware - and this is not a criticism in any way - this establishment is popular with coach parties of a certain age group demographic - no one staring at mobile phones in the dining room if you get where I am coming from. So large groups of coach passengers partially explains the huge car park.
Couldn't be much closer to the seafront! Exceptional views of the bay itself. The staff are very welcoming and always cheerful and bright - good at their tasks and efficient and welcoming. The main ground floor areas are bright, look recently re decorated and are pleasant and comfortable. Well stocked bar, clean and efficient Dining Room, cooking good food well and serving it swiftly in plain crockery in sensible portion sizes - and with precision with regards to peoples indicated allergies and expressed preferences. Huge car park - complimentary for guests and pay for public . Live 'entertainment' in the bar most evenings of the week that does not impact on the residents - not too loud or intrusive. Give Rest Bay Beach, just North of the Hotel by the Golf Club a go - RNLI Lifeguards, Surfing School, Rocks and Sand for miles when the tides go out - not so much when the tide comes in....very popular and safe with the kids too
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Dee
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0“Fabulous Seabank Hotel loved it!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
A sign to the Restaurant couldn’t be found
Excellent breakfast Wonderful welcome and charming lady In Reception Friday Poor water pressure cold basin tap Sheet on bed was two singles across the bed rather odd and came apart! Very comfy though Loved the Seabank Hotel Hope to return Thank you
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Helen
United Kingdom10 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Enjoyed the location, staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast service was a little slow .”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Recently been refurbished in the main areas but rooms still a bit dated. Creaky stairs
Nice seafront location
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Deahl
United Kingdom3 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Hotel dated but clean
Breakfast excellent Location great
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Gillian
United Kingdom28 reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Served it's purpose”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Sea View
- • Stayed 2 nights
Room 124 was directly over the function room and vibrated with the noise from the entertainment until 11.00pm. The staff were unaware of the problem or so it seemed. Otherwise a convenient stay bas watching the golf tournament nearby
Staff were very helpful. View was amazing lovely sea view.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Amanda
United Kingdom4 reviews7.0“Comfortable . Clean. Helpful staff .”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The food wasn’t brilliant.
Very helpful young receptionist .
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Nicole
United Kingdom34 reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Great location and excellent value”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The location of the hotel is absolutely ideal. The staff were really helpful and friendly, full of good advice on places to visit and eat.
Stayed in July 2025
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