The Dunes

The Dunes – The Links

Overview

Just a ten-minute stroll from Tenby’s historic town walls and golden South Beach, The Dunes offers a contemporary base on the Pembrokeshire coast. This boutique hotel, with vistas over the famed Tenby Golf Course, is especially appealing for golf enthusiasts, walkers and anyone craving a gourmet escape by the sea. Boasting its own acclaimed restaurant, The Links, The Dunes is a savvy choice for food-loving couples and small groups after a North Pembrokeshire weekend break.

Eat

The Links restaurant has quickly earned a reputation as one of Tenby’s prime dining destinations, with a menu marrying classic technique and creativity, drawing on Britain’s coastal larder. Expect dishes showcasing Welsh seafood, prime meats, and foraged coastal greens, with a strong seasonal note running throughout. Carefully crafted plates are complemented by an assured wine list and relaxed, attentive service. The kitchen’s ethos centres on fresh, locally sourced produce, allowing ingredients from the region to shine. Guests can choose between tasting menus and an à la carte selection, both built around modern British fare and shifting with the seasons. The restaurant holds an AA Rosette, underlining its culinary credentials.

Sleep

Stay in one of the thoughtfully designed rooms at The Dunes, where uncluttered contemporary décor meets hotel comfort. Rooms are offered in a range of categories, many with golf course or sea views, furnished with crisp linens and calming neutral tones. Finishing touches include rainfall showers and luxury toiletries, making it just the ticket for couples or friends seeking a stylish, restful base. The tranquil setting ensures a peaceful night’s sleep, yet Tenby’s shops and pubs are only minutes away on foot.

Retreat

There’s plenty to do during a two-night stay. Of course, golfers can tee off practically on the doorstep at Tenby Golf Club, while everyone else is a pebble’s throw from the South Beach dunes and the Wales Coast Path. Spend the day exploring Tenby’s pastel harbour, boutique shops and Norman walls, or venture by car to the wilder reaches of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park (Barafundle Bay is 20 minutes’ drive). After bracing strolls or a round of golf, unwind in the hotel bar or linger over dinner in The Links. For those travelling by train, Tenby station is a ten-minute walk away, making a car-free short break a breeze.