Wynnstay Hotel
This erstwhile Georgian coaching inn (1780) has charming older-style rooms, one with a four-poster bed, and creaky, uneven floors. Downstairs is given over to a rustic bar-eatery.
Machynlleth hotels and hostels
Dolgelynen Farm
This farmhouse has just three plain homely rooms and lovely views. Located on a working farm, follow the A487 from Machynlleth for half a mile.
Reditreks
Mountain-bikers flock to this simple but satisfying hostel, owned and run by the people behind the Holey Trail Cycle Hire shop in town.
Dyfi Guesthouse
This is the closest B&B to the train station - it's just 200 metres away, but the owners will also pick you up if you call ahead.
Maenllwyd
A large Victorian house with a preponderance of pale-pink rooms, it makes for a reliable midrange option - low on frills but welcoming and homely.