The White House Hotel, Swansea

Flowers bloom outside the front of this hotel; inside, every windowsill and shelf has an array of house plants. The greenery adds an uplifting touch to what is already an appealing house that feels more like a home than a hotel. Five of the rooms are en suite; some have original features like fireplaces and built-in wooden cupboards. They're not large, but very quiet and cosy, with good facilities including a safe box. One family room has bunk beds. The blue rag-washed walls and the old Victorian fireplace in the dining room are very attractive. A varied and frequently changing menu is available with a three course dinner costing around £10. For breakfast you can have Manx kippers or cockles and laverbread with bacon and oatmeal, as well as more traditional fare.