The best hotels Snowdonia

An idyllic retreat to explore Cader Idris. It is a carefully restored 18th century farmhouse with a warm stone living room and impeccable bedrooms. Superb views of the surrounding mountains. Authentic and personalized welcome. The rooms are clean and comfortable, decorated in a rather English and old-fashioned style. In the lounge, you can enjoy a hearty, typically Welsh breakfast, or a slightly more continental version for those who prefer.

Built in the late 1890s, this tall, white, tall building almost looks like a lighthouse, with its round tower facing the sea. This Victorian-style hotel offers a refined living environment, with spacious rooms and large windows offering spectacular views, some of which overlook the bay. You can also count on the elegant bar, and on quality catering from breakfast to dinner with its red wine meat, its curry of the day or its choice of desserts including a very good vanilla rhubarb cheesecake.

The house's elevated position offers superb views of the Cader Mountains, the Mawddach estuary and the sea. Bryn Melyn offers three apartments that are bright and spacious, with all the comforts you'd expect. One apartment sleeps two, and two apartments sleep four. Some are pet-friendly, meaning they accept small pets. There are a few extra features to share: hot tub, terrace, barbecue... Out of season, a minimum stay of three or four nights may be required.

This hostel is located a few miles from the centre of the village, in a large stone house by the river with a breathtaking view of Cader Idris. There is a choice of both shared and private rooms. The place is ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. We come here to cut ourselves off from the hustle and bustle of the cities and isolate ourselves a little: no television, no telephone signal: absolute calm! You can do a lot of water sports in the area, biking, hiking...

Youth hostel close to Olgwen Warden Centre, recently renovated. A very practical address for hiking. There are single and double rooms as well as rooms for up to four people. Only the room for 4 has its own bathroom, otherwise for the others there are shared showers and toilets. If you are a group of 7 people or less, you can also reserve a wooden cabin. Remember to book early enough, there aren't many places available and summer fills up fast!

The location is central for this luxury hotel where attention is paid to decoration. Built in the 18th century, Queen Victoria often came to this hotel for a few days of rest. A large lounge is accessible, with very comfortable sofas and armchairs, to drink tea while reading. The spacious rooms all have a comfortable sitting area. Gourmet restaurant, an Art Deco bar and a superb spa with a gym, a 16-metre indoor swimming pool, a whirlpool, a sauna and a hammam.

In the heart of this large green area, you will find the top-of-the-range hotel of Llanberis. There are more than a hundred spacious and design rooms with bathroom, as well as all the expected amenities. Very friendly owner who welcomes guests from all over the world. Many of them come back, which is a good sign! The restaurant welcomes guests from breakfast to dinner, including a light lunch and a pleasant afternoon tea. In the summer, you can enjoy a very large and nice garden to read a book or sunbathe.

Red Dragon is located at the foot of Watkin Walk, one of the trails leading to the summit of Mount Snowdon. There's a choice of cottages for 4, 6, 7 or 10 people. They're clean, stylish and well-equipped. Another option: a brand-new, original wooden cabin sleeping 4. Reduced rates for multiple nights. Availability calendar, price list and photos are available on the website. A small supplement (£10) is charged for wifi access. Pets are not allowed.

In the heart of Dolgellau, a former post house built in 1813 and renowned for its good food. The hotel's pub is also particularly popular with young people. Some rooms have a beautiful view of the main square of the city and the Cader Idris mountain range. The common areas are very pleasant, you can take advantage of the bar to have an aperitif or tea, the lounge to read or chat by the fire. The place has a crazy charm and it is very welcoming. A very good choice for Dolgellau! Lots of hiking trails available nearby.

A luxury hotel, ideally located facing the sea and Cardigan Bay. If the sun is out, the terraces are the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea or watch the sunset in the evening. The rooms are perfectly decorated in shades of blue and cream, recalling the spirit of the ocean. Everything you need for a pleasant stay is provided - some rooms even have a superb sea view. Family rooms are designed for young and old alike.

This hotel is a haven of comfort and elegance. Whether it's the bookshop or the large rooms where you can curl up in an armchair or between pillows, everything is in keeping with the key concept: "the praise of laziness"... Six rooms await you, all of them charming, even if we have a slight preference for the Aimee room with its delicate tones between beige and red, very romantic. And if you're a pianist, don't hesitate to take advantage of the piano in the living room!