Stunning waterfalls especially after rain. You enter through an automated turnstile which costs £2 and is card payment only as far as I know you can enter anytime. The car park is free but can get full at peak times an other option would be to go in the Swallow Falls Inn across the road and use there car park which is for customers only so have a drink or something to eat then quickly visit the falls after.

We stopped off at the Swallow Falls on our way home. It was over twenty-five years since we last visited, so long overdue! We paid the £2.00 entry fee and could believe the noise. We were visiting after Storm Amy has passed through so there was plenty of water flowing at great speed and volume. Since we last visited, more safety fencing and concrete steps have been laid, making it safe to climb down to the waters edge. Thankfully, we were wearing waterproofs so kept dry. We were able to walk down to the waters edge and to be so close to such a raging flow reminded me of standing under Niagara Falls in Canada. The noise was deafening and exciting. We stayed for about twenty minutes as we had a two hour journey home. The steps are steep with handrails for support so good footwear is advisable. A raincoat might be helpful depending on recent rainfall. There are no facilities but there is additional parking across the road at the Swallow Falls Hotel. To be fair, you might want to purchase a drink. We parked in the lay-by beside the Falls. From here, we drove into Betws-y-Coed and parked by the river. The bridge is narrow and visitors stand either side to view the small Falls.

A magnificent waterfall can be admired from several viewpoints behind the gate (£2). You can sit on a bench and let yourself be carried away. The walk is short, but the beauty will surely captivate you for a while.

Nice enough to stop past and have a look. We thought it was a longer walk to get there but actually you go through the turnstile gate (£2 per person, contactless payment available) and you are more or less there. They have however built a couple of viewing platforms accessed by stairs so overall we spent about 15minutes there. Small free parking lay-by in front of entrance, more parking (pay and display) belonging to hotel which is just across the road.

There are not many attractions in the uk that cost £2 to enjoy and can offer a glimpse of such raw power. Visit if possible after rain. Take your lunch as there is a seating area that very few seem to find. Steps with good hand rail access to lower platforms. Great views to appreciate at the different viewing areas. Allow 30min.

Really beautiful waterfall. Well worth the £2 entrance fee. Relatively easy walk down to the falls. The path and stairs are good. It is slightly steep but manageable even if you are unfit. There is a small free parking area near the falls, but it can get quite busy at times. It's definitely worth a visit.

Good waterfalls, just beside the main road. Have to pay £2 each to enter. Just couple of minutes , you’ll reach there. Really Beautiful.

Lots of walks, fire roads and bike trails leading to some spectacular lookout points and stunning views of the surrounding area. Gwydir Castle is worth a visit.

Park is a haven for nature lovers, with serene lakes, lush woodland trails, and rich wildlife. Board walk is so peaceful and picturesque . Perfect for hiking, cycling, or simply unwinding, it offers breathtaking views and a true sense of peace.

Went for a small walk up the Watkin Path last weekend, and it did not disappoint! The weather could have been better, but you can't have everything haha The views are amazing and the waterfalls even better. The waters crystal clear and looks so fresh, freezing cold but fresh. I would recommend going for a look if you're in thevarea.

This is the home of the Gwydir Mawr MTB trail. It is a "Red" trail which means that a relatively high level of skill and confidence is required. However, there are many miles of ordinary, non tarmacked tracks which are smooth enough to drive a car down- these are called "Fire tracks". They are used by the forestry vehicles and are very easy to cycle on. They are great for beginners, or those not looking for bumpy downhill thrills and spills but rather a lovely peaceful pedal through trees and lakes with no cars and rarely another person. These show up on Google Maps, and one can easily find ones way back to the car.

Secluded, beautiful and worth a visit.

We passed through here with 90 Dirty Adventures Land Rover Driving Experience during a Welsh mountain tour. This is simply a lovely area to visit. We didn't know these places existed until we did this experience. Well worth a visit.

An atmospheric forest straight from a fairy tale

Tucked away in this beautiful town surrounded by woods and mountains, this café truly stands out with what might be the widest selection I’ve ever seen. Over 100 types of tea, a full spread of food options—from traditional breakfasts to excellent vegan versions—and genuinely great coffee. It’s the kind of place that has something for everyone. The coffee was a real highlight: strong, smooth, and well-balanced. Despite the barista clearly being overwhelmed (I noticed she wasn’t even cleaning the portafilter between shots due to the nonstop demand), every cup still tasted amazing. Now, the only downside—and it’s a big one—is the ordering system. You have to queue up at the counter to order, while someone from your group holds a table, and on busy days it’s chaotic. We waited 40 minutes just to place our order. With staff clearly available to serve, I genuinely don’t understand why they don’t switch to table service—it would transform the experience. That said, once the food arrived, all was forgiven. It was fresh, hearty, and absolutely worth the wait. If you have the time and patience, this café is a gem—but be prepared for a bit of a marathon before you get to enjoy it.

A bustling coffee/cafe run by a friendly and attentive team. Food okay and certainly good value. Interesting deco and a selection of different seating options. The staff make the difference here.

Very nice atmosphere, everything is very fresh and made instantly, very clean and tidy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is very good, everything around is very beautiful.

Ordered 2 sausage rolls and coffees. Queue to order was so slow must have been 20 minutes waiting in line. It wasn't massively busy with a few tables free but the ordering system was frustrating to say the least with just one person on a machine making the drinks. Food came out very quickly once ordered but the sausage roll had been microwaved to warm it up and had gone hard. Lovely inside with lots of cool conservation themed sculptures and stuff in there. Just let down by the waiting times to actually get ordered.

I went here early in the morning - starving and cold. They provided me with the most fantastic vegetarian breakfast with fresh falafel, delicious crisp potatoes, vegetarian sausage and an amazing blend of tea. A must visit place for food

This place has potential to be great but the staff and setup let it down. We visited on a Monday early afternoon and it was heaving. The seating arrangement is for you to find your own table, make a note of your table number, check what you want and go to the counter to order. Rather than somebody showing you to a suitable table, we found single people taking up tables for 6 on their own. We also saw people having their tables taken once they got up to order at the counter. It didn’t work and most people seemed flustered. The theme throughout the cafe is around saving the great apes, being eco-friendly, reducing waste etc. This will become relevant later in the review. We finally managed to find a table, and after back and forthing with the kids (who couldn’t decide if they wanted a cheese sandwich or breakfast items), we got to the counter and placed our order with the supervisor (Melissa). We collected our drinks and sat down where my wife was waiting. After a short while our food arrived, one of which was my toasted sausage sandwich. Shortly afterwards a second toasted sausage sandwich arrived as well as a children’s cheese sandwich. We immediately told the waiter this wasn’t ours but he insisted, we again said no they weren’t ours and he briefly waved the receipt at me and said they were. So we gave in and he placed them on the table and left. We wholly believed we must have paid for them so we said to our daughter she could eat the cheese sandwich. Shortly after, the waiter was back to collect the surplus food and said he had made a mistake (which he justified by blaming us for ordering similar food to table 9! I know right?). We told him our daughter had started to eat the sandwich. He left that and took the sausage sandwich. After a few minutes Melissa appeared and took the cheese sandwich, we quickly told her it had a bite out of it and she abruptly told us she was taking it anyway. So she was more satisfied with throwing a perfectly good sandwich in the bin rather than just allowing somebody to consume it and take it as an error. Very waste conscious, I know! We would even have offered to pay for the sandwich if she had suggested we could keep it! We wouldn’t recommend visiting. There are far better cafe’s and restaurants in the area who are probably more eco-friendly and don’t even virtue signal about it! Plus you probably wouldn’t be made to feel like you’re in a cattle market either! Bonus.

Great breakfast and a massive selection of tea. Very friendly staff and cosy atmosphere.

Beautiful place, visited on a Wednesday afternoon. Very scenic. Amazing river and a little waterfall. Would 100% recommend a visit here.

Well stocked shop and lots of leaflets and info available. Snowdonia exhibition and film shown in small theatre area. Worth stopping past.

Such a beautiful Welsh village. Plenty of good walks starting at the car park. The river was in full force when we visited which was great

Love the forest walk. We took the Blue path. Steep at parts but mostly it's a steady incline. Couldn't complete the path as one of our party was wearing shorts and we hit a nettle patch. We turned back after about 1.5hrs. Still very enjoyable as we were able to pick lots of juicy blackberries to make pies. We drove to Swallow Falls instead and pay £2 to view from a few vantage points. Nice :)

So much to enjoy here and I recommend both river walks. The inner one around the golf course is filled with river views. The West one has rapids and woodland walking. The town feels successful and thriving. Welcoming too.

Beautiful station,with a very old word feeling

Touristic, yet the walks remain separated from the touristic area. Forest walk, awesome. Wooden bridge was installed in the main attraction, thus wheelchair bound or physically challenged people may have a chance to experience such beauty. One can easily walk to Swallow Falls either by the main road or scenic route. One can also walk towards the train museum, although it's currently under refurbishment. One can walk around the golf course. It's more challenging than forest walk. The Pont bridge is also one of the main attraction of Betws. There used to be teenagers jumping off of it during heat wave. I strongly recommend against doing that. It's extremely dangerous, irresponsible, and could cause fatality. Not to mention being arrested and massively fined.

Busy eatery which is part of a hotel located next door in a most beautiful setting in Snowdonia National Park in north Wales. No frills or personalized service but efficient and does what it’s supposed to do, that is feed the masses. Prices are not exorbitant and quality of food is good. Would return if I’m in the area

An incredibly busy bar with a great outdoor seating area. Getting served is tricky as the bar is huge and people are standing all over the place. The local Conwy beer was excellent and the food looked good, but we gave it a miss as it’s expensive. A beer and a pint of cola cost just over £10.

Had a great time here with the tasty food and the amazing service! Loved the cheeriness of the ambience too. Each of us loved our order and they were all very hearty portions too! My heartfelt thanks to Victoria and her team mates for being ever so ready to help us put together a surprise birthday and wedding anniversary celebration for my wife. We had a great night there!

I didn't eat there but looking at other people's meals coming out, they looked good so I put 3 stars, not real knowing. The staff were great. The area is well worth a visit, it's a beautiful place. I think this is the only pub around. Paid Parking available across the road.

Stopped here on an October half term lunch call. I was not disappointed . The ouside seating had heaters so was warm enough. The food was amazing. I would highly recommend.

Lovely meal after a strenuous walk to Llyn Elsi. Excellent portion size and good quality ingredients we thought. Reasonably priced as it’s a tourist hot spot! Only little niggle was the veggie curry could really do with some spicing up as it was more like a casserole albeit a tasty one!

This restaurant was recommended by our B&B. It has an indoor eating area and outdoor patio. It was busy and we didn’t know that we had to order food at the bar. My husband’s pizza was good. I was disappointed with my Asian noodles. It had too much teriyaki sauce. There really was no service. A staff just served our food.

Betws-y-Coed October 2025, the water is spectacular to watch flowing over the rocks, the views in the surrounding area amazing, there is so many shops and eating establishments to choose from. If you like hiking, mountain biking or just having a stroll alongside the river, this is a must visit for you.

Excellent walk along the bridge/Riverside. Can walk for around 30 minutes & cross a wooden bridge half way to cross to the other side of the bank. Or you can continue for 1hr 30 mins and follow the arrow sign posts that will eventually bring you out neat Swallow Waterfall. Both are lovely walks or you can just sit on one of the wooden benches & just enjoy looking at the river with the bridge just a stones throw into the little town.

Scenic spot to stop and admire the bridge and river. Take care on the rocks but you can get closer to the bridge and take some nice photos. Look out for heron!

Absolutely a beautiful place mint day out lively place for a walk and food anyone must pay this little treasure a visit

Very pretty waterfalls and bridge in a lovely village. Short walks are well signposted and there is scrambly access to the water.

Lovely river walk, beautiful waterfall at the end. Steps are a bit steep but worth it.

Lovely little place....almost like Transylvania I guess! Bridge will only allow for one vehicle at a time. Pay and Display car park near by.

Stopped off for lunch. Amazing food in grill room. Homemade and super tasty. Service was fast and so friendly. Very clean. Mari was serving us and she was lovely. Made us feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be staying in hotel next year on our yearly visit. Fabulous

Positives: Great location, very pretty building, next to shops, restaurants etc. The staff are very welcoming. The room was spacious, overlooked the river, very traditional old Welsh furnishings. Bathroom was spacious with a shower and bath. The breakfast was good. You can also use the amenities in the sister hotel down the street. Negatives: The bed was honestly the most uncomfortable bed I've ever slept on. Really cheap, thin, hard mattress with an old mattress topper that made 0 improvements. The pillows feel like they were made of styrofoam. Ill pretty much sleep anywhere but it was horrible and my body felt battered the next day. The room and bathroom were very poorly lit and there was no mini fridge which means you can't keep any fresh milk for tea/coffee or keep your drinks cool in summer months. None of that really matters, but due to the bed I would never go back. It's a shame as everything else was lovely.

Didn't stay. Just popped in for a coffee and a pot of tea. Service was excellent. Prices good value. Lovely area to sit. Toilets upstairs were clean. Coffee was good and the pot of tea was also good. Nice little shortbread biscuit with each. So much better than the biscoff biscuits at so many places these days. Will definitely go again when passing.

Only had dinner here twice while staying in the area. Beautiful and ambient. Staff fun and friendly. Meals perfection and large menu. Can highly recommend.

A gorgeous pub set around a lot of greenery, plenty of tables outside and inside. The place has a large menu which caters for all and the food is very good quality. If you are in this neck of the woods just go there and see it for your self. You will not be disappointed with the views around you, big playing field in front of the pub for the kids to enjoy as well.

Nice staff but no excuse for food being this mediocre anymore. My sandwich was mostly butter - what cheese was in there had no flavour at all. Heard a chap at another table say the same thing about his steak - just bland. My partners salad was fine but could have done better ourselves for cheaper from Tesco. Told the staff this but they didn’t seem too concerned. Beer also tasted metallic for some reason.

Didn't stop just went in for lunch whilst on holiday and ordered the sharing plate for 2 which was £12.00 and was scammed! They charged me for it twice. But I didn't realise until we left and went home. I'm quite mad about it. Though the food was delicious, the sharing plate was not worth the £24.00 I was charged.

Really enjoyed our dinner & the server at the bar was very attentive. The garlic ciabatta was fantastic. The flavor on the steak & ale pie was very good but the crust was a little tough in parts. The dark & stormy was the best I've had in a long time.

Beer is £6.40 a pint which i guess is expected in Betws but it felt a little steep. Classic pub food, not too special and felt a little expensive for what it was. I had the chicken and ham hock pie at £15.95. Someone also ordered a dirty burger at £16.50 which was just underwhelming for how it was described on the menu. I don't think I would eat there again. I did however really like the atmosphere, the fire was burning and it was full of happy people enjoying their evening, playing pool or darts, and the outdoor beer garden with heat lamps is lovely too. So maybe I would splash out on a pint to enjoy that again. They also don't have any local beers which is a shame. But I had a nice evening none the less, the price just felt a little steep for me personally.

We had dinner here yesterday and really enjoyed our food. Our very picky eater son said the pork belly was really good and he ate more than what he normally ate. My steak was perfectly cooked. My daughter and husband loved their lamb and chicken pie too. The desserts were delicious too. Highly recommend the sticky toffee pudding and maybe extra custard for the apple pie. Lucky we reversed as it got really busy later. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Dog friendly.

We stayed there last minute after what I deemed a scary drive in the rain up a mountain. Fantastic people! Great location. As someone living in Canada this was great, clean, across from The Cauldron. Keep driving up the road after to see the best views.

After a very busy day we were looking for a nice place to get some food. We checked this little place out and what a find a diamond in the rough!! From start to finish the staff were amazing very welcoming we also had a dog which was made very welcome they even have little treats at the bar! We ordered food and shortly after it was on the table well presented I had the mixed grill the steak was so good not one ounce of fat just beautifully cooked. I followed up with the cookie dough I’d say it’s one of the best desserts I’ve had the portion sizes are really good!! So if you want a nice chilled place with good people good food and good music then this place is a must.

We had a Sunday roast in the Pont Y Pair Inn, the food and service were excellent and our dog had her own meal too. We were so impressed we went back for our evening meal a couple of days later. Highly recommended.

Lovely pub/hotel/restaurant. Welcoming staff. We didn't eat here only had drinks, but the food looked great. Nice outside area at the back.

Amazing hotel and made even more amazing by the incredible staff who are so welcoming, accommodating, friendly and fun Big thanks to Charlie for looking after us in the bar and cafe, including fetching an ice pack for a sprained ankle for someone in our party. But all the staff are great and really makes this place what it is. Our beloved cocker spaniel was fussed over constantly and even got a pot of chopped up sausage from the breakfast chef <3 this place is perfect for dogs, there is even a resident lovely dog called Ted who is often found getting fuss in the bar area! Superb location, lovely big rooms, delicious breakfast and great atmosphere. The snug and bar area has comfy sofas, tables and chairs which are great for playing board games, cards and having some fun... Very social environment for a chilled evening after a day of walks and hiking in the beautiful surrounding area

Had dinner here because our B&B didn't do evening meals. As it was the end of the season it was quite quiet here. The food was excellent I especially enjoyed my Sunday lunch. All the staff were really helpful, friendly and welcoming. The bar was very comfortable and nicely decorated. I'm looking forward to our return visit.

I had my wedding at the hotel. It is a stunning location in the heart of Betws. We booked out the entire hotel for the full weekend and had exceptional service. All rooms were clean and beautifully decorated. The staff were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The food was perfect, from afternoon tea on the Friday to breakfast in my room and the wedding breakfast and buffet and all meals in-between. A gorgeous family run hotel in a stunning location and getting married there was the best decision we made.

Well located hotel with very friendly service. We enjoyed the evening in the bar area. There was a good selection of food and a very good range of beers. We were unable to have breakfast as we took the ferry to Dublin early in the morning.

I stayed at Gwydyr Hotel the night before my wedding, as it was closer to our venue than the hour drive I would have had otherwise. It was absolutely the best decision I could have made. The hotel was absolutely gorgeous. Myself, my mother and my bridesmaids stayed here in the two family suites, which were the perfect amount of space and decorated lovely. We also brought along a lot of food with us, including fresh fruit to eat the next morning. The staff could not have been more accommodating by helping to store our fruit in their bar fridges, keeping it cool overnight. There was a lady on the front desk that was absolutely amazing, so helpful and accommodating. The same can be said for the lovely gentleman serving us at the bar and the waiting staff in the restaurant. The meal we had in the restaurant was incredible, such big portions for a really decent price. I wouldn’t hesitate to come and stay here again or recommend the hotel to anyone.

We went for Father’s Day Lunch and as we had a dog we chose to sit in the bar area choosing a table in the bay window so we could people watch! The hotel is lovely and the greeting from the manager was so warm and welcoming, all of the staff were very helpful. We both had the beef roasts which were large and very, very good. Freddie, our dog was made as welcome as we were and he enjoyed a cooked sausage. It was a first class experience which I highly recommend.

Very happy with hotel, staff were friendly and attentive at all time and the rooms/bar/restaurant were all well decorated and clean. We ate at the bar and in the restaurant and we were happy with all our meals. Great location for exploring the local countryside with plenty of walks direct from the village.

Good value for the price. River with waterfalls runs on the other side of the road. Rooms are pretty quiet thanks for the double doors and windows. Staff is friendly and helpful (if you can find them:). Their restaurant is closed but breakfast is served every morning. All in all: recommended.

We had a lovely stay at the Dragon Hotel. Room was clean and well stocked with tea/coffee etc. This was an excellent base for exploring the area. Breakfast was lovely and the lady there was very polite and helpful. A perfect stay for us - thank you!

Interesting to read some of the reviews here. It’s really a case of unrealistic expectations. aid you’re looking for a hotel with great facilities, comfortable lounges and staff ready to respond to your every need- then this is not for you. If you want a comfy, clean, bed/bathroom and a good breakfast for the day ahead (in a truly great location) then it’s perfect. Staff are very friendly and it’s v.reasonable too!

Cosy tiny b&b in beautiful are, bit used, aging visible, but I didn't expect much, as my plans was to hike a lot, but if You want spend some more time in hotel, then rather choose something different 😉

The host was friendly and always happy and location were the only realistic things I liked about my stay at the red dragon. Location in a beautiful village I've visited many many times with a very short walk to pubs and restaurants. Bed was comfortable and large. Messy and dark reception, arriving and host not being aware of my booking. I didn't like the shower as it was extremely weak with little pressure. Bathroom very small, sink taps are placed terribly. Did not sleep well here due to an outside light, had to place blanket over the curtains which helped a little. Breakfast was nice, but basic.. no music and very awkward in a small dining room. Bathroom door did not use properly due to issue with door wood. Rooms very noisy at night, thin walls hearing neighbours and those walking up the metal staircase when they're returning to their room. Most disappointed at the price and getting very little in return. It's more like a motel than a hotel and you're paying for the location ONLY. Host called me once I had returned home asking for the room key, I said I'd left it on reception.. she then responded with no, it's not there. I replied, yes, input it on the reception desk when leaving... She then asked what room I was in and I responded with my room room, number. Host working alone so organisation lacking which was unfortunate.

The owner was a very nice lady, the location was very good however the conditions of the room made our vacation miserable. There was a very strong damp smell and feeling which made us not sleep all night. So please take this into consideration before booking the room. Cleanliness was not perfect, the shower was dirty, and the floors were stained. Also you could hear the other guests on the upper floor

Rooms need updating, host nice, location excellent