Wales – North
The further you penetrate North Wales, perhaps via the fast A55 from Chester or the more scenic A5, the more glorious the scenery becomes, as the peaks of Snowdonia rise up, with the remote Llyn peninsular and Anglesey beyond. Along the coast are charming, old fashioned resorts such as Llandudno, and historical sites such as Conwy and its fortified castle. Our favourite hotels in the region are mainly run by committed private owners and are notable for three things especially: good food based on excellent local produce, good value for money and peace and quiet in lovely surroundings. The order hotels are listed bears no reflection on our preference.
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Plas Bodegroes
Pwllheli, Gwynedd, North Wales
Georgian Manor house now award winning restaurant with rooms on the Lleyn peninsula
10 rooms from $209Exclusive offer - Mid Week Gourmet BreaksGarden - Beautiful wooded garden.Restaurant - Recommended.Great walks - Fabulous walking on the Llyn PeninsulaRomantic - Good for couples.Recommended by - Good Hotel Guide, Sawdays -
Tyddyn Llan
Llandrillo, Denbighshire, North Wales
Exceptional Michelin starred food in relaxing surroundings in the beautiful Vale of Edeyrnion,
13 rooms from $193Restaurant - Michelin starred dining.Great walks - Guided walks can be arranged with a local guide.Fishing - On the River DeeSecluded setting - For escaping.Recommended by - Good Hotel Guide -
Neuadd Lwyd Hotel
Llanfairpwllgwyngyl, North Wales
Top quality guesthouse in rural Anglesey. Former rectory with luxurious bedrooms and delicious dinners.
4 rooms from $242Restrictions on children - No children under 12 yearsGreat walks - Good for walkers.Recommended by - Good Hotel Guide -
West Arms Hotel
Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog, Denbighshire, North Wales
Unspoilt traditional 16th century inn with superb food in the foothills of the Berwyn Mountain.
15 rooms from $113Other Activities - Guided off road quad biking by arrangement.Four poster beds - For romantics.Kayaking - Available locally.Great walks - Good for walkers. -
Pen-y-Gwryd Hotel
Gwynedd, North Wales
Historic, delightfully eccentric climbing inn in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park.
16 rooms from $68Historic - Training headquarters for the first successful Everest expedition in 1953Great walks - Situated in the heart of SnowdoniaRecommended by - Good Hotel Guide -
Osborne House Hotel
Llandudno, Conwy, North Wales
Listed townhouse with six luxury Victorian-style suites on Llandudno's seafront.
6 rooms from $217Great walks - Walking to suit everyone from Snowdonia to the Wales Coast Path.Views - Sweeping views of the Esplanade from all the suites.Seaside - Ideal for a seaside holiday.Recommended by - Good Hotel Guide, Travel Intelligence -
Penhelig Arms
Gwynedd, North Wales
Friendly hostelry with a great waterfront location in the heart of Aberdovey, Gwynedd.
15 rooms from $193Views - Lovely views over the water and boats.Seaside - Ideal for a seaside holiday.Great walks - Good for walkers. -
Ffynnon Town House
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, North Wales
A boutique B&B where families are actually welcome; the perfect location for discovering southern Snowdonia.
4 rooms from $201Great walks - Great hill walking on Cadr Idris or explore Snowdonia National ParkRomantic - Good for couples.Local markets - Good for local colour.Sailing - Can be booked nearby. -
The Kinmel Arms
Conwy, North Wales
The village pub goes gourmet: luxury rooms and delicious food in St George, Abergele
4 rooms from $217Restaurant - 2 AA Rosettes. Brasserie style at lunch time and fine dining in the evenings.Great walks - Snowdonia on the doorstep.Recommended by - Sawdays -
Y Meirionnydd
Gwynedd, North Wales
A good-value option at the heart of Snowdonia National Park, this former county jail is now a smart small hotel serving great food, in the centre of Dolgellau
5 rooms from $121Mountain biking - 8 miles from Coed-y-Brenin, home to some of Britain’s best mountain biking. Lock up and cleaning facilites on site.Great walks - Ideal base for walking in Snowdonia.Recommended by - Sawdays -
Manorhaus
Ruthin, North Wales
Art gallery meets boutique restaurant with rooms in the market town of Ruthin, the gateway to North Wales.
8 rooms from $185Artworks - Restaurant and lounge act as a gallery for contemporary Welsh artists.Great walks - Good for walkers.Sights nearby - Well located for major sights.Local markets - Good for local colour.Recommended by - I Escape, Good Hotel Guide
David Atkinson,
posted Friday, 12th February 2010
