Know someone doing something wonderful in Newport or Cardiff? Whether it’s a local shop, a creative soul, a forager, or a friendly neighbour with a passion to share — we’d love to hear about them.
💬 A Welcome from Pedro & Alina at Guesture
At Guesture, we don’t just manage homes — we live in them. And when we welcome guests into one of our spaces, we want them to experience more than just a place to stay.
We want them to feel the community. The warmth of the corner café. The friendliness of the local barbershop. The joy of discovering a family-run bakery, a beautiful canal walk, or a hidden florist around the corner.
That’s why we started building connections with the people and businesses who give our neighbourhoods their charm — not for deals or commissions, but because we genuinely believe in the power of local.
🌱 Why We Connect with Local Businesses
At Guesture, we don’t just manage homes — we live in them. And when we welcome guests into one of our spaces, we want them to experience more than just a place to stay.
We want them to feel the community. The warmth of the corner café. The friendliness of the local barbershop. The joy of discovering a family-run bakery, a beautiful canal walk, or a hidden florist around the corner.
That’s why we started building connections with the people and businesses who give our neighbourhoods their charm — not for deals or commissions, but because we genuinely believe in the power of local.
🤝 Could We Feature Your Business?
We’re now inviting independent businesses in Cardiff, Newport, and surrounding areas to connect with us.
Whether you’re a:
• Neighbourhood café or bakery
• Independent shop or boutique
• Wellness studio, local guide, or even a retired forager offering walking tours
• Or simply a business with a story and a heart for hospitality
If you feel your place adds something special to the community — we’d love to hear from you.
📌 How It Works?
1. You fill out the short form below
Tell us about your business and what you offer. No pressure, no obligation.
2. We review and visit
If it feels like a great fit, we’ll pay you a visit — not for freebies, but to genuinely get to know you.
3. If selected, we’ll get in touch
You’ll receive a follow-up page with a simple agreement outlining how we mention you to guests, and what you’d like to offer (if anything).
4. You’re featured in our private Guest Area
Guests staying in nearby properties may see our references to your business — with genuine notes, wonderful intentions and the simple will to connect people. If you choose to offer a small welcome (like a free biscuit or 5% off), the guest will simply show where they found this reference on our guest area.
✨ What You’re Not Signing Up For
• No fees.
• No strings attached.
• No pressure to offer discounts — only if you wish.
This is not about promotions. It’s about being part of something meaningful — connecting with the kind of guests who care where they spend their money.
📬 Interested? Let’s Talk
We’d love to hear from you. You can introduce yourself below — or refer a business you believe deserves a place in our local guide.
💇♀️ Local Services That Make a Difference
From Beauty to Wellbeing, We’re Here to Connect
We’re always looking to connect with independent professionals who provide everyday services that make life easier, more enjoyable, and more human for our guests.
Whether you’re a hairdresser, nail technician, beautician, massage therapist, mobile barber, or personal trainer, we’d love to hear from you. If you offer a service that a guest might need during their stay — even if it’s as simple as a last-minute haircut or a relaxing treatment — we may be able to include you in our curated guest area.
This isn’t limited to hospitality or tourism. We’re also open to collaborating with:
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Local dog walkers or pet sitters
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Babysitters or childminders
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Mobile therapists or holistic practitioners
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Makeup artists, stylists, or event professionals
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Anyone who offers a trusted, high-quality local service
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If you’re passionate about your work and would like to be part of a wider community network that supports and celebrates local talent, we’d love to connect and explore how we can work together.
🏡 Why We Do This
Because hospitality should feel like home.
Because we believe in neighbourhoods made better by the people in them.
And because when someone visits Cardiff, Newport or any of our towns — we want them to leave feeling like they’ve really been here.
From our hearts,
Pedro & Alina
Guesture