Play & Stay: Castle Edition.
Discover championship golf and historic luxury at Hensol Castle, nestled within the beautiful grounds of the Vale Resort in South Wales. Whether you’re planning a golfing escape with friends, a weekend away with your partner or a longer break built around your love of the game, enjoy the best of both worlds. Play on two championship golf courses, then retreat to the character and comfort of your own castle bedroom.
Hensol Castle At a Glance...
- 2 Championship Golf Courses
- 23 Castle Bedrooms
- 6 Function Rooms
- 800 Acre Resort
- Health Club Access
- Wales' Largest Spa
- Spirits Distillery
- Award Winning Dining
Our Courses
Disover a Championship Break in the Heart of South Wales
The Vale Resort is home to two championship golf courses offering distinctive challenges for golfers of all abilities. When you stay at Hensol Castle, you’re perfectly placed to enjoy everything the resort’s golf facilities have to offer, while making your accommodation part of the experience. Spend the day out on the fairways before returning to the character, comfort and atmosphere of a historic Welsh castle.
Just a Short Drive Away
We have two Championship Golf Courses located on our grounds, but if you'd like to extend your play whilst staying with us....
- Hensol Castle is a 20 minute drive from Royal Porthcawl, the number 1 golf course in Wales and host of the Women’s British Open (2025)
- Hensol Castle is a 30 minute drive from Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club
- Hensol Castle is a 35 minute drive from Sourtherndown Golf Club
- Hensol Castle is a 1 hour and 21 minutes drive from Ashburnham Golf Club
- Hensol Castle is a 37 minute drive from the 2010 Ryder Cup Wales Host
- Hensol Castle is a 27 minute drive from Cardiff Airport
- Hensol Castle is a 2 hour and 17 minute drive from Birmingham Airport
- Hensol Castle is a 2 hour and 23 minutes drive from London Heathrow Airport
Castle Stays
Stylish Accommodation
After a day on our Vale Resort courses, unwind in one of our 23 individually styled bedrooms, each rich in character and detail. From four-poster beds and indulgent roll-top baths to bespoke tiles and sweeping views of the grounds, every room offers the perfect place to relax, recharge and enjoy a little luxury. 10 of our bedrooms can be configured as twin rooms.
Dining
Breakfast in the Castle
Begin your morning in the castle’s stunning Atrium, where freshly prepared breakfast awaits. With a variety of delicious options to suit every taste, it’s the perfect finishing touch to your stay.
Dining
Dinner in the Vale Grill
During your stay at Hensol Castle, you’re invited to enjoy dinner at the Vale Grill, located at the Vale Resort hotel on site. A complimentary shuttle bus service makes getting there effortless, and we recommend reserving your table in advance to make the most of your evening. Dining in the Vale Grill is subject to availability. Alernatively Golf residents will be booked into our La Cucina Restaurant, also located at the hotel.
Gallery
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Hensol Castle
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Hensol Castle Bedroom
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The Lake Course
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The Wales National Course
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Dining
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Breakfast
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Health Club
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Vale Spa
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Spirits Experience
Make More of Your Golf Break.
Enhance your golf break at Hensol Castle with a little extra relaxation or a unique experience. Unwind with access to the Vale Resort Health & Racquets Club, or indulge in a well-deserved spa treatment at the Vale Resort Spa. For something truly memorable, discover the spirit of Hensol Castle with an experience in our historic cellars. Choose from a gin tour and tasting, a hands-on gin-making experience or a rum-making experience — the perfect way to round off your golf break. Advance booking is required for spa treatments and spirits experiences.
Enquire About Your Golf Break
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes you can, through our grounds. The walk will take 10 minutes at a leisurely pace. If you are a resident of the castle you can also use our shuttle bus service. Just pop to reception and speak to a member of our team.
Breakfast is 8:30am-10:30am.
Yes. Across the resort we have over 400 parking spaces free of charge to visitors. At the Vale Resort we have EV chargers available.
Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 11am.
If you have booked dinner during your stay at Hensol Castle, you will dine in the Vale Grill or our La Cucina restaurant, located within the main hotel at the Vale Resort. You are welcome to enjoy a leisurely 10-minute stroll through the grounds, or visit Castle Reception, where a member of our team can arrange transport via our complimentary shuttle service.
Breakfast is served in the Hensol Castle Atrium, located next to Castle Reception.
Yes, 10 of Hensol Castle’s bedrooms can be configured as twin rooms, making them ideal for sharing with a golfing partner. Please request your preferred room configuration when booking, as this is subject to availability.
We recommend arranging your tee times in advance to help you plan your golf break. Please confirm your preferred playing times when making your reservation or contact the resort for assistance.
Yes, guests staying at Hensol Castle can enjoy use of the Vale Resort Health & Racquets Club, located a short walk away across the resort. It’s a great way to relax and make the most of your time at the resort.
