In 2016, The Park Hotel swapped a fussy red-and-cream color scheme for a more streamlined look. Despite the update, the hotel retains a few period touches, such as heavy drapes and the occasional oil painting, which can feel grandmotherly or charming depending on perspective. Another dated detail is the elevator, which is old and small, and quickly fills up with just two people and luggage. There's also a large, pleasant landscaped garden with a terrace overlooking the sea and plenty of comfortable chairs and sun loungers to enjoy the view. The Park Hotel is especially popular with older travelers, especially those on tour groups, as well as families. 

The Park Hotel has a superb cliff-top location overlooking the north beach and Tenby’s harbor. On one side it’s surrounded by views of the sea and beaches. The public beach is just a five-minute walk from the hotel via a scenic private path along the cliff, which can be steep in places. There are no shops or restaurants in the surrounding blocks, but Tenby town is easily reachable on foot, just a 10-minute walk away. The island of Caldey is visible from here and can be reached by ferry. The town of Pembroke and its historic castle are 21 minutes away by road, and it’s a 48-minute drive to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Cardiff Airport is a little under two hours away by car. 

Rooms at The Park Hotel are divided into two types: Older rooms with a traditional decor and renovated rooms with a more contemporary look. The older rooms have an orange-and-yellow palette with fleur-de-lis-printed headboards and brocade trim around the doors and framed pictures. Renovated rooms are far more sleek, with plaid bedding, gray headboards, and streamlined wood furniture. Superior Rooms are renovated, and some have sea views, but they vary in size, so it helps to request one of the larger rooms when booking. Family Rooms are the most spacious, with a double and a twin bed, but they have older decor. Standard Rooms also have yet to be renovated, and they can be small and unpleasant because of uncomfortable beds and a lack of black-out blinds. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos and toiletries, but showers can have low water pressure. All the guest rooms have flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. Rooms close to the elevator are not the quietest and are best avoided.

A full English-style breakfast is included in the room rate at the Park Hotel, and the on-site restaurant also serves lunch and dinner. There’s a 40-foot outdoor heated swimming pool which is open from May to September. The free parking on offer here is a bonus because there’s no free parking in the town center. There's also free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel. The North Cliff Suite has a bar and dance floor and can be rented out for weddings and other events. Limited room service is also available.