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Basecamp Wales

Llanllyfni

Basecamp Wales offers family-run hostel accommodation in Llanllyfni, on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and 30.3 km from Pen-Y-Pass and 8.2 km to the beach at Dinas Dinlle. Free WiFi is offered in public areas and free private parking is available on site. cleanliness, excellent equipment, nice staff, quiet, nice environment

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9.4
Superb
1,425 reviews
Price from
BGN 69
per night

James John Hamilton House and backpacker hostel

Fishguard

James John Hamilton House and backpacker hostel is located in Fishguard, on the edge of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Tenby is 57 km away. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.

The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path runs by the property. Popular local activities include hiking, cycling and surfing. St. Davids is 25 km from James John Hamilton House and backpacker hostel, while Cardigan is 30 km away. It is beautifully renovated upstairs. Steve was very friendly and the room was comfortable. It is close to town center and restaurant. There is an easy walk to the Harbor. Location not far from Cardigan and Poppit Sands. The hostel is very dog friendly.

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9.4
Superb
240 reviews
Price from
BGN 158
per night

Woodlands Centre

Betws-y-coed

Situated in Betws-y-coed, 20 km from Snowdon, Woodlands Centre features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 26 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway, 32 km from Llandudno Pier and 36 km from Portmeirion. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Betws-y-coed, like hiking and cycling. Michele and Helen are such kind and warm people, they were very helpful with providing suggestions, information, advice, and maps! The location of the property is quite ideal. Use of fully equipped kitchen a definite plus as well.

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9
Superb
226 reviews
Price from
BGN 55
per night

The Rocks at Plas Curig Hostel 5 stars

Capel-Curig

Set in Capel-Curig, 11 km from Snowdon, The Rocks at Plas Curig Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. The property is allergy-free and is situated 17 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. The kitchen facilities were excellent

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9.3
Superb
328 reviews
Price from
BGN 184
per night

Lodge Dinorwig 4 stars

Llanberis

The bedroom offers 14 bunk-style beds with individual lighting and curtains for privacy. Rooms include storage space, and a shared bathroom with a shower.

A cooked breakfast is served each morning. Packed lunches and evening meals can also be provided if ordered in advance. Lodge Dinorwig offers lockers, bed linen is included. Friendly staff willing to help with tips about the region. Great breakfast included and for a small extra amount you can have a great dinner.

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9.6
Exceptional
267 reviews
Price from
BGN 82
per night

Totters Hostel

Caernarfon

Located in Caernarfon and within 13 km of Snowdon Mountain Railway, Totters Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 19 km from Snowdon, 37 km from Portmeirion and 47 km from Llandudno Pier. The hostel has family rooms. The breakfast was Ok, the staff friendly and helpful, the location was nearby the sea.

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9.4
Superb
779 reviews
Price from
BGN 137
per night

Llangollen Hostel Self-catering 4 stars

Llangollen

Llangollen Hostel Self-catering is a 4-star, Victorian town house in the centre of Llangollen. It has free Wi-Fi, a well-equipped kitchen where guests can prepare their own food, a dining room plus a lounge with log burner, games and books. There are twins, doubles, family rooms, 4-bed quads and a 6-bed room, many of which are en-suite. 2nd time we’ve visited Llangollen and both times we stayed here. Location is great. Facilities are great. Price is even better. Wi-Fi worked well enough to work remotely and there is a shed for those bike touring like us. Jamie you left such a positive impression, thank you for a great stay!

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9.3
Superb
362 reviews
Price from
BGN 123
per night

Tafarn Yr Heliwr

Nefyn

Offering free WiFi and a bar, Tafarn Yr Heliwr offers rooms in Nefyn, 35 km from Portmeirion and 43 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. The property is set 49 km from Snowdon, 47 km from Bangor Cathedral and 3.7 km from Nefyn & District Golf Club. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Guest rooms in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. The units feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Anna was so friendly and helpful.

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9.2
Superb
69 reviews
Price from
BGN 258
per night

Hamilton Lodge - Cottage sleeps 8

Fishguard

Situated in Fishguard, close to the Pembrokeshire Coastal path, Hamilton Lodge - Cottage sleeps 8 has 3 bedrooms and a secluded cottage garden with covered terrace.

Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The Lodge offers a lounge and a fully equipped kitchen with dining area. We were able to set thermostat where we liked. I appreciated this sooo much! The house is amazing with three bathrooms! I loved being in the house it is beautiful and so many helpful details were given to us about wifi and where to go locally etc. Our host was super friendly and helpful with questions! We were able to do washing at the house which was lovely too! I was very happy to be in a house where recycling is taken seriously too. We had a great stay! The host is a seriously lovely person.

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9.6
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
BGN 285
per night

Kings 3 stars

Dolgellau

Set in Dolgellau in Snowdonia National Park, Kings boasts a barbecue and views of the mountains. Free private parking is available on site.

Some rooms have views of the river or garden.

An array of activities are offered in the area, such as cycling and hiking. We were already excited by the drive up through the beautiful wooded valley. When we arrived we were overwhelmed with the beauty and tranquility of the location. The property was so clean and comfortable and big enough to accommodate us all very easily. We were fortunate enough to have lots of sunshine so we enjoyed walks, a BBQ and a fire. We had plenty of shared meals in the big dining room.

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9.3
Superb
20 reviews
Price from
BGN 1,370
per night

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