We booked the French room at Olivia House based on the reviews on Tripadvisor & we were not disappointed. Annette is the most welcoming & funny hostess we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. The hotel is spotless & decorated to an extremely high standard. Our room was amazing, we loved the roll top bath, the plush bath robes,... More

Having visited many excellent guest houses over the past few years I didn't think they could be bettered. That was before I visitied Olivia House. Annette gave us a very enthusiatic welcome including wine on arrival. I spent three nights in the French Room with its roll top bath, sheer luxury! The surroundings and decor were very beautiful with much... More

We,a party of four ladies, stayed at Olvia house for three nights, to attend my daughters wedding . From the moment we arrived we felt at ease and were made very welcome by Annette and were invited to make ourselves at home which we duly did with the complimentary wine in the comfort of a fabulous sitting room. Breakfast each... More

Having almost given up on finding somewhere nice to stay pin Porthcawl I came upon this absolute gem. All B&Bs should be like this. I can't imagine that a hostess could be more welcoming. We were attending a family function in the town and so took over the whole house and Annette ensured that we all felt completely at home.... More

Our visit was brief but totally memorable. Our room - The Kings room was incredible. Next time, we might opt for a room on the lower floor [fewer stairs], if only to experience the amazing furnishing and style. More

I have always avoided B&B's but after looking at photo's against others in area decided to book, i was truly surprised on how lovley it was the owners attention to detail was second to non, will be booking again for this years Europes Pefect. More

Fantasic weekend !Bed and breakfast was great !Breakfast very substantial kept us going all day !Annette was a great hostess !Will be returning next year! More

we have just got back from the elvis weekender in porthcawl,we stayed at the olivia house . fantastic breakfast .Annette was a fantastic hostess making sure you have everything you need to make your stay very comfortable.would definatley recommend it .. we have already booked for next years festival !!!! More

If you want beautiful comfortable rooms, a fabulous breakfast and wonderful service then this is the place to go. Annette really does go above and beyond what you would normally expect, to ensure that your stay in her home is as good as it can possibly be. This includes breakfast at a time which suits you, fresh mineral water each... More