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

A fun family day out. The forest coaster is the main attraction of course. Didn't wait more than 25 mins to get on. The scenic ride up to the top is almost better than the coaster itself. Lovely woods and an amazing thriss on the way down. Clean and well staffed. A great time for the family.

We came as a group of 20 and had an amazing time! The Fforest Coaster was brilliant – fast, full of twists, and way more exciting than I expected. The whole place has a great forest atmosphere and feels like a proper adventure spot. The staff were really friendly and helpful, and even though there was a bit of a queue, everything ran smoothly. There’s plenty to do – we spotted people on the treetop ropes course, which looked like a lot of fun. The tipi bar seemed like a great place to relax too (shame it wasn’t open during our visit). It’s not the cheapest day out, but definitely worth the money. Highly recommend if you’re in the area – perfect for both kids and adults, and just a really fun day in the trees!

Great fun all the family we had a 5 year and 10 year old both wanted to do activities. Both loved the forest coaster and then zip lines. We moved our booking due to weather forecast this wasnt an issue staff easily did it for us over the phone.

Went here in August of 2023 and forgot to write a review at the time. We had an amazing day out! We went on the zip lines and absolutely loved it - such a thrill and definitely worth doing. We also went on the Penrhyn Quarry Tour which was fantastic, really interesting and well run. The only downside was the food - it was good, but definitely on the overpriced side. That being said, it didn't take away from how much we enjoyed the day. We'd definitely return and are already planning to try the Forest Coaster and Bounce Below next time.

Simply fantastic. Family of four we went on the Alpine coaster, three goes each. Was fantastic. If you want a little bit of adrenaline this is definitely for you looked to be a very well run business friendly staff would go back again thank you very much.

Fabulous, chucking yourself down a hill has never been so fun. Totally recommended. This time of year are great fungi finds, just look to the right on the way up 🍄‍🟫🍄

Zip World Betws-y-Coed is more than just a place for a single thrill ride; it's a full-day adventure park nestled in the stunning scenery of the Gwydir Forest. We visited with our family and were blown away by the variety of activities on offer, each one perfectly integrated into the beautiful woodland setting. The star of the show for us was the Fforest Coaster. It's truly a one-of-a-kind experience. You are pulled up a track slowly, which gives you plenty of time to take in the breathtaking forest views, before you get to control your own speed on the way down. The track twists and turns through the trees, giving you a real feeling of being on a thrilling alpine toboggan. Getting three rides with one ticket is fantastic, as it allows you to get more confident and go faster with each run. Beyond the coaster, we also spent time on the Treetop Nets, which is a surprisingly fun and energetic activity. Bouncing around on huge trampolines suspended high in the trees feels surreal and is a great way for both kids and adults to burn off some energy. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful, making sure everyone was safely kitted out and understood the instructions. The location itself is perfect. There's a cafe on-site for a well-deserved refuel, and the park is a short walk from Betws-y-Coed town centre if you want to explore more. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie or just looking for a unique family day out, Zip World Betws-y-Coed delivers on all fronts. It’s an unforgettable experience and a definite highlight of any trip to North Wales.

The miniature train ride is a fun little trip round the gardens, probably just about worth the £3 ticket. The museum on the other hand was a little disappointing. I'd have been a bit more upset had it been more than £2. It felt rather tired with displays that hadn't been updated for many years. Many of the model railways you were meant to operate were broken. A bit of TLC required to bring what was once a well loved attraction back upto scratch

The miniature train ride is quite fun, our 3 and 6 year old kids definitely enjoyed it, and it does last just under 10 minutes as advertised. Can't say the museum was as good. The model displays are actually quite interesting, but clearly old and dusty. A few of the displays have buttons that should operate scenery or trains, but of the 12 or so buttons we found, only 3 actually worked, and the two that make trains move are just a single locomotive. The second half of the museum has a few interesting pieces, but is also a storage for older models that are clearly on sale.

Had the best time here a couple of weeks ago, great to see a miniature railways being preserved for people visiting to have a ride on. There’s also a lovely little shop if you’re wanting to buy any railways themed toys or products. The track is actually quite a long one with various aspects like a forest and bridges which make it less mundane compared to other railways. I’d 100% recommend it!

Lovely little ride to a great train museum and to have a little miniature train ride too then a little ride back to station with a nice shop and cafe...very friendly staff too

Great experience and a nice day out with family and friends. Especially the kids enjoyed a lot. There is a small toy train only two seater for kids which can be accessed for only £1 for two kids. There is a small cafe which has a variety of foods and drinks to offer. There is a shop which offers a variety of souvineers and collectables. There is a dedicated parking available just for the railway, which has ample spaces. Right across the railway is the high street which has numerous shops which offer plenty of food and beverages and ice creams etc. Nice experience overall.

This is a small museum with a few rail set ups. It is only £2 per adult but sadly, most of the set ups did not work when the buttons were pressed to activate them. If the set ups ran as stated it would be well worth a visit.

Visited in August 2019 on my Wales holiday. I spent a day in Betws-y-Coed and walked around to see as much as I can. The model shop or museum is next to the railway station, the entry ticket is a lovely old style paper ticket to let us behind the shop. It is very small, but definitely interesting and full with old models, built up whole villages and many of them is interactive with different buttons to push. Not just models but everything related to old fashioned railways and travels are pretty much can be found here, so it is a nostalgia journey. That time only me and a male visitor were in the room, but we both enjoyed to play around. There are toilets on site, and in the shop we can buy gifts. Cafe is in the station, parking is on the street, or one of the main car parks in the village.

An incredibly busy pizzeria with a good selection of fresh baked, high end pizzas. Getting served is tricky because it’s so popular and if you want a beer, you have to order it with food or purchase from the small booth just outside the restaurant. Tea and coffee is ordered from the restaurant window. There’s seating indoors or on benches outside. The toilets are shared and as there’s only one, that involves a wait too.

Best pizza I've had in the UK - in fact, better than many I've had in Italy. Not based in Wales but will deliberately drive out of my way to come and eat here, it's that good. Just go.

Really great independent restaurant. Food was really good, especially the goats cheese salad. Also love its ethos around serving good quality ingredients. Service was nice and quick for ordering and bringing the food out. Definitely worth a visit.

As a true pizza enthusiast—with my own pizza oven, plenty of dough-stretching experience, and a serious passion for the perfect crust—I can say without hesitation that Hangin’ Pizzeria in Betws-y-Coed has served me the best pizza I’ve had in the entire UK. The dough was spot on: airy, light, with that perfect leopard-spotted char that only comes from real skill and a seriously hot oven. The toppings were fresh, balanced, and thoughtfully paired—no overloading, just pure flavour harmony. The sauce? Bright, tangy, and full of soul. You could taste the care and quality in every bite. Tucked away in the beautiful surroundings of Betws-y-Coed, this place is a gem that punches well above its weight. The staff were warm, welcoming, and clearly proud of what they do (rightly so!). Whether you’re a casual foodie or a die-hard pizza connoisseur like me, don’t skip this place. It’s not just good pizza for Wales—it’s world-class pizza, full stop. Can’t wait to return. 🍕🔥

DELICIOUS gluten free pizza! Such a fun outdoor space too. There was a massive line (they take the last order at 8 pm), but they have the system down. Was worth the wait while having a beer and enjoying the cute town sitting outside.

I've been so hungry after Snowdonia hike that I didn't take any photos of pizza - trust me, it tasted like heaven! But for me the pizza was not the favourite part of this place. They fundraise for endangered apes (orangutans)! Great job!😇 It's good to look around when you get there, highly recommend ☺️

After a walk up Snowdon this is THE PLACE to come! The pizza, service and atmosphere were top rate tonight. I cannot fault the taste of the pizzas (number 6 and 7's) and the crisp fresh bases! Staff were happy to remove the chilli for my heat hating hubby. There is a great selection of vegetarian and vegan pizzas too, which I usually go to but the meat ones were the need for a long walk today. Order service was really friendly and even though the line waiting to order was very long (sign of a good restaurant) the wait was OK. Probably helped with the bottle of white 🤫😜 Totally recommend! I may be back tomorrow for the cannolis as they looked good, but I was too full! Dog friendly and £73 for 3 pizzas, 1 bottle of wine and a lemonade. Not bad really as the pizza was so good!

Ordered food and drinks via qr code at the table. Place busy, was surprised how quick food and drinks came. Probably about 10-15 minutes. My chickpea curry was delicious. My hubby had steak pie which he said was a 7 out of 10. Hardly any pastry and it was so thin and set like concrete to the dish. Gravy was watery and could do with being thicker. Dog friendly.

Absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish! We stopped in for a quick bite and were blown away by the quality of both the food and the service. The standout was definitely the pork dish—tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The seasoning was perfectly balanced, and the portion size was just right. Every bite was melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and it was clear a lot of care went into preparing it. We also enjoyed every meal we ordered, Each of us ordered different items, pictures included of the Sunday special Welsh pork meal. Each dish was beautifully presented and full of fresh, bold flavors. The sides complemented the main courses perfectly and were easily the best we had during our two week vacation to the UK. On top of that, the service was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and efficient without being overbearing. We were seated promptly, our orders were taken right away, and everything came out quickly and hot. We were in and out faster than expected but never felt rushed. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a memorable meal with top-notch service. We’ll definitely be back!

Nice restaurant which excels in their main courses. Very friendly staff and well dressed environment (blue dining hall). Had high expectations of the cheese platter, but it was a bit of a disappointment: a lot of unnecessary stuff, and 4 little pieces of cheese with no explanation whatsoever. The main courses however, are great in quality!

This restaurant was highly recommended by our B&B and we lucked out that we were able to get a table without a reservation. The restaurant closes at 8 pm. We enjoyed our dinners and our server was nice & attentive.

We had the perfect meal at this place, I had the Fillet of Seabass and every single bite was heaven - delicious fish, the potato puree was divine, cauliflower, broccoli perfectly cooked and the pine nuts on top 👌 My partner had the lamb and it was delicious too. I also have to say, what a lovely woman that served us! I will definitely be back next time I'm in Betws-y-coed.

The food is fantastic. We have been here a couple of times and enjoyed it every time. We had the Roast Rump of Welsh Mountain Lamb, Stir Fried Fillet Steak strips, Grill Room Mixed Grill, and the Welsh Ribeye Steak. The meat is mouth-watering. They provide lots of vegetables thats tasty and fresh. Their A la Carte menu is also available on a Sunday. We recommend to anyone who enjoys meat, especially lamb and beef. If you are very hungry though and need a good protein boost or just love lots of meat, then the mixed grill is a must as all of it was delicious.

We were recommended to check out this place after a long day in Snowdonia. Unfortunately it didn’t deliver. The cottage pie came with blanched veggies and tasteless mash. The pie was the saddest I ever had in UK! The Caesar salad with salmon looked & tasted as if it was thrown together by a home cook. The grilled fish had no crisp skin but pale unpleasant looking skin. The welsh burger was ok.. yes the chef really need to work on those chips. Maybe we didn’t have the usual chef that evening. Service wise was much to be desired too. No different from other reviews. Nonetheless for the premium price we paid, this was below average.

We had a delightful few days at Olif on our first visit to Wales! The staff were wonderful, the location was amazing, the breakfast and tapas were delicious, and the room (window view of the street in front) was clean, comfy, and charming. The location is great for access to the city and all of the outdoor activities in the area. Thanks to all the team for making our stay a memorable one. Would definitely return when back in the area.

Ate here for dinner after hiking all day. Unfortunately they can’t serve food outside, but it’s worth it to go inside for dinner. All the tapas dishes were great, we ate them as soon as they came out, so the only picture I got was the dessert! The spicy bean stew and chorizo were our favorites but everything we had was delicious. Didn’t get a cheeseboard… but saw a few go by and wished we had another chance to come back.

Outstanding food. Some of the best tapas we have had in a long time, each dish of wonderful local produce cooked with thought and care - everything was delicious. Good service, great location, set up, nice interior plus friendly staff - what more can you ask for after a long days walk 🙏

We didn't stay here but ate at the restaurant and it was a fabulous experience. Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and top quality food and wines. Anglesey eggs were amazing and a first for me. We will look to stay here too next time we're in the area.

Excellent stay midweek for 2 adults. Room was comfortable with good tea and coffee facilities as well as a mini fridge stocked with nibbles and cold drinks. The evening food was excellent and the service friendly. The reason for 4 star location is only because there is no onsite parking but this was not a big issue.

We stayed several nights in July. Loved the restaurant and bar; we visited other spots but always had breakfast and often dinner at Olif. It is a great location, especially if you are already driving around northern Wales. The service was always helpful. We could have used a little air conditioning the week we were there, but we didn't see much of that anywhere in the area. The room was very quiet, even with the windows open.

EDITED IN RESPONSE TO OWNER'S COMMENT: Tried to book to eat here using their online booking system (a sign outside the hotel said it doesn't take phone bookings) as a solo diner...they wouldn't make any dates this month or for the next three months available. This is absolutely true contrary to what they've written below - so cannot legally be called 'defamatory'. It may not be 'discrimination against single people' as I wrote earlier...but it is a fault with your booking system. Try sorting that out rather than commenting back in such an aggressive fashion.

Room was clean but on closer inspection the bathroom had black mold all over the ceiling. It has a plug socket for the bedside lamp that doesn't work which is worrying, it also really needs blackout blinds/curtains unless you want to be woken up at sunrise. The meal on Saturday was nice. On Sunday you can only get a Sunday dinner. Although starters were on the menu they weren't doing them on the day we were there. The beef meat dish was a fine meal - so what's the veg options, well they only had one option - 3 bean bland casserole, no gravy/sauce for the spuds/veg. Very much an afterthought of a Sunday lunch for vegetarians. Bang a pie on or get some Quorn or falafel. I would not recommend this place on Sunday for anyone with a vegetarian in their group as they will have a miserable meal. All of these problems are easy fixes it's a shame they need pointing out.

We love Betws-y-coed. We were travelling to meet relations so stayed just one night. The staff in Glan Aber Hotel couldn't have been nicer. We felt very welcome. The room was grand and the food good. We had dinner and breakfast. Had a lovely walk around the town and met nice people especially in the church. Short drive to Swallow Falls which is worth the visit even if only passing through. Lovely memories of every visit and the Glan Aber.

My stepdaughter bought us a night at the Glan Aber hotel as a birthday present and we absolutely loved it. The location is perfect, the staff are so friendly and welcoming and the food was excellent. What was even better was the dog-friendliness, as we have two yorkies who have to go everywhere with us. In the evening we had a great dinner and then drinks under the heated umbrellas outside, it was a wonderful stay and I’d definitely return. Highly recommended for anyone visiting this beautiful part of Wales.

Stayed in the bunk house. The room wasn’t very clean , the window blind was bust and no en suite. For the price it may not be bad but you can stop at a much cleaner youth hostel. The hotel and bar were good. Breakfast was of a good quality

Single rooms are a bit cramped but once I upgraded to the double it was just fine. Breakfast is cooked fresh and it’s fierce tasty. Staff are friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the stay and its biker friendly with off street parking.

Great location, lovely staff. Our stay was a bit of a mixed bag, the room looks nice, and as if it's been recently decorated (room 21) but, looking a bit more closely, there's black mold in the bathroom (looks like someone's either done a half hearted job cleaning it...... Or it's been painted over) and I had to clean black mold from the cold tap, not good. Also please invest in some blackout blinds or curtains as we were woken very early due to the brightness of the room. We had dinner and breakfast included in our Groupon deal, on the first night (Saturday) the good was really good and I couldn't fault it; breakfast was good and there was even vegetarian sausages available, but on the 2nd night (Sunday) we were informed it was Sunday roast or pies only (that had to be ordered on the Saturday) and that the only vegetarian option available was bean casserole...... Being vegetarian this was my only choice, and what a difference from the previous night. The bean casserole was probably the blandest vegetarian meal I've had in my 35 years of being vegetarian and in no way complemented the veg served with it, that whilst tasting freshly cooked was really dry as there was no sauce or gravy substitute with it..... It seemed they went with the cheapest, easiest option without any thought to taste. My husband did enjoy his beef Sunday roast, but even he was disappointed for me with my meal. Whilst we did enjoy our time here these points did put a dampener on things and I don't think I'd return to this hotel due to these issues.

I bought a dinner, bed and breakfast deal plus hot tub access as a gift for my partner. We loved it. The location is perfect, the staff are so friendly and welcoming and the food was good. As previous reviews have said rooms are dated but this didn't bother us as bed comfy, hot power showets plus the location, food, hot tub access and friendly staff were what made it for us. Thank you, we'll be back x

A stunning fairytale like setting and really back with nature at its finest. Today was 23 degrees Celsius and gave me a good hike for an hour. It's the kind of place you would like to keep secret and have it all to yourself. Beautiful.

Fairy Glen – Peaceful and Atmospheric A beautiful, tucked-away spot with a quiet charm. The steps down are steep, so take care if it’s wet. Parking and entrance are paid via honesty boxes—bring coins and please contribute to help maintain the site. A lovely place for a short walk and a moment of calm.

An extremely beautiful stretch of river in a gorge with rocks and pools. Peaceful and tranquil. The paths are rough with tree roots and the path to the bottom is very steep stone steps that can be slippery when wet. Well worth it to go to the bottom for the tranquil experience. There is a car park near the entrance with an honesty box to pay.

This is quite something ! An amazing and short walk for an afternoon even with mixed weather. Expect to spend around 30 minutes up to an hour depending on how long you like to stare at beauty. Limited parking is available but why not make your way down to the Riverside Hotel for refreshments or an afternoon tea...?

Lovely place to visit, very unlevel but that is the whole appeal, and in its natural state.. leading down to gorge there are some steps but sturdy shoes etc needed and would be very slippery if wet. Dry when I visited..would definitely come again🥰

A fantastic spot to stop on the way to Black Moss pot, our intention was to go to Black Moss pot, but this was such a good spot we just stayed here. It had lovely grassy areas for a beautiful picnic and scenic views and the water. Absolutely amazing to swim in.

The Fairy Glen is well worth the trek but is definitely a proper hike. I was very glad that I had proper grip on my shoes. My travel companion only made it half way down. It was very picturesque.

£2 for ticket for trail It is an easy walk Wasnot crowded at all You get actual wilderness vibe. Silence of the woods with sound of rapidly moving water. Some trees having whole ecosystem on each branch. Mesmerising if you think about it. Viewpoints are well-fenced and has benches too. Autumn colors and fallen leaves made it picturesque.

Found this place while trying to find somewhere nice to stop in the middle of our long drive. Big free car park with plenty of spaces and clean toilets. We paid £2 each to go through the gate to the waterfall walk and really enjoyed it. Circular mostly easy route of half a mile which took us 30 mins (with stopping for photos) Path not completely flat and some steps/hills but I wouldn't say it was challenging. When we finished the walk we went into the cafe upstairs which was also really nice. Good breakfast menu of different choices. We shared the Snowden breakfast which was basically 2 of everything. Massive and very good quality food. I also got an iced latte which was really really good. The man serving was really friendly and we really enjoyed our visit here. Would highly recommend it.

Lovely place to visit and enjoy the rapid waters and Waterfalls quite an easy path to take to get to it but some bits can be challenging in wet weather well worth it once you get there and some lovely scenery around

Small car park that is on the right of the main road so the postcode is just about 1 turn out from where you have to park. However the water and river-falls are gorgeous and worth the short 20 min walk through the forest and cliffside. You can keep walking further up till it flattens out. There is also another entrance just 10 mins up the road with a lay-by for parking if you just wishto see the river without the small walk

Beautiful short walk to the waterfalls. The terrain is rough and steep, don't wear your sliders! Not suitable for those with limited mobility or fitness. I object to paying £2 per person to go through the gate when there are so many free walks in the area, which lets it down a little for me.

Cowyn Falls is such an uncelebrated and under appreciated hidden gem compared to the ever-popular Swallow Falls — and that’s part of its charm. Tucked away in peaceful woodland, the trail winds gently through leafy, rocky and root strewn paths with nature sounds until you reach the beautiful cascade. It feels like stumbling across your own secret spot, away from the tourist crowds. There’s free parking right by the entrance, a cosy café serving drinks and light bites, and even a little ice cream hut for sunny-day treats. At just £2 per person, it’s fantastic value, but worth noting the path isn’t accessible for those with walking difficulties. Tranquil, photogenic, and refreshingly uncrowded — Cowyn Falls is a perfect addition to any North Wales adventure.

What a wonderful place to visit. Parking was free and it was £2 per person to visit the falls (payable by cash or card). We visited after a large amount of rain had fallen, and the river reminded me of a North American rapid with the water fiercely flowing down to the falls. The walk was really nice. It went through a wooded area and followed the river along to the falls. The scenery is very similar to Rogie Falls in Scotland, however, the rivers are definitely poles apart. Definitely worth a visit!!

Been in today as needed a new harness and collar. Don't see many shops selling nonstop dogwear so normally buy online. Went in and was greeted by Jay. Very knowledgeable in what he sells. Fantastic little shop that only sells decent brands.

Had such a good experience coming in. Friendly and very helpful service. Absolutely nothing was any trouble fitting our dog for a new waterproof coat and harness. Products are amazing quality and great store all round.

Popped in today on the off chance they would have a harness to fit my chunky bulldog. Wow. What a brilliant service. Very helpful advice given & he walked out to strut his stuff a lot more comfortable than he went in. We even kitted out our other dog after advice for his pulling habit. Walking back to the car was a breeze. Very reasonably priced with fantastic service. Lovely little shop Saved our holiday. Thank-you

We stopped by here while on holiday as we forgot our dogs raincoat, the staff were so friendly and absolutely fantastic with our dog to help us pick the right raincoat for him. They treated our dog like he was one of their own and had such a unbelievable knowledge of their products and dogs. We would visit more regularly if only we lived closer

Excellent friendly service. Easily our dog’s favourite place all holiday. We bought a Rukka dog coat and done apparently tasty chews. Very happy with both.

Having been to this shop in Wales, whilst on holiday without our furbaby, we had to guess the size for a coat. We purchased 2 (one for our own dog and one for my parents dog). Jay was very friendly and helpful in store. When we arrived home to Northern Ireland we realised to our dismay the one for our own furbaby was too big. I contacted the store mobile number and spoke to Megan who was lovely and kindly agreed to do an exchange via post. I sent the return back by recorded delivery. They let me know by email it had arrived and also let me know when they sent my exchange. They even provided the tracker number. My husband and I were delighted with the service and highly recommend this store.

Lovely shop with excellent dog coat fitting service. Bought our dog a Rukka waterproof coat for many happy wet walks!

Great little shop. Lovely little bits and bobs. We bought a beautiful Welsh Wool sheep which we fell in love with as we saw I'm the window. A bit pricey but worth it 😊

On the plus side... Nice looking big "leading light" sort of a shop on the high street stocking a decent range of goods. On the not so plus side... They are certainly not shy with their prices, maybe they think their customers are minted sultan's ? Staff are strategically placed and watch you like hawks which make the customer feel uncomfortable and untrustworthy whilst browsing. I appreciate that store security is a necessity, however with heavy CCTV in place as well feels like an overkill for such a rural store.

Looks a great shop for holiday trinkets if in the area. Just be prepared for the grumpy staff working there. Especially if you’re standing in an isle where they want to go. As my wife found out when the staff member barged her out of the way , no recognition they had done it. No apology, just a filthy look from them like my wife had done wrong. Paying for items was like you had just ruined the till lady’s day .

usually enjoy our visit here as I get the tealights usually upstairs but we were treated like thieves during our visit by member of staff today on the first floor . didn't even try to hide what she was doing . absolutely shameful and embarrassing way to treat people without any reason and made us extremely uncomfortable. won't be going back and don't recommend this judgemental place. if it were a member of my staff at my store she would be out the door !

This shop is located at a very beautiful place. And has a nice range of branded items (White stuff, Brakeburn, Louis, ROKA London etc.,) and a great shopping ambiance. However the staffs here are very rude. They kept following us, my friend and I thought it’s a coincidence but they kept having an eye on us - that made us feel very awkward. There is a fudge counter and nobody was around. We kept looking for someone to help but there was a sign that said ‘please serve the fudges from behind the shelf’. It felt like a general instruction to the shoppers. And when we were about to open the shelf door from behind, a staff came rushing and yelling at us saying ‘you can’t do that by yourself. You should ask help’. I apologised and pointed to the instructions on the shelf. She said ‘yes, but it is an instruction for the staffs’. I once again apologised but she still had a stern face. As we continued to choose our chocolates, she continued reading out the prices loud, as the weight increased (the price is according to the weight) and maintained a tone like ‘are you sure you can afford £7??!!’. I felt very humiliated. But my friends child was very much excited for the fudges and I ended up buying them. I was also going to buy a ROKA London handbag - which otherwise I found it difficult to choose a color and size from their site (ROKA London has a huge range of bags. And a great choice of colours. And each range has bags in small, medium and large sizes. So altogether I thought it’s better to see and buy. So within the same month, this is our second visit to this place and I thought I’ll grab my bag here. And specifically revisited this place). But I felt very annoyed by their behaviour and didn’t buy that. Such rude staffs they have. Not going to visit this place ever again.

The shop has a great selection of clothes and gifts. I purchased a bottle of Penderyn (icon no6) at a good and fair price. I do feel the staff are a little on edge and would encourage them to be more welcoming. As the shop has an atmosphere you would get when being welcomed on a nightclub door 🫡

Came here in the late afternoon, shortly before closing time. Besides lots of souvenirs, there is really a lot of interesting stuff here. Lots of good quality clothes as well. Didn't really have time to check it all out. But bought some nice fridge magnets, keychains, caps and a bunch of T-Shirts. Everything of good quality. Staff was very nice and the prices fair. Definintely a place we would spend more time in. Surely another time.

Simply put, get there, and get on the water. It's not a big lake, and the roads to access it's lovely remote location are fraught with drivers who seem to have left their common sense down in Betws Y Coed, but other than that it's wondrous. There's not much parking either, but there are benches with places for a BBQ, loads of spots to picnic and walk, the parking is free, and the toilets are open. Lovely place, best out of season.

Depends on how much company you want, the main part near the car park is always busy. But there are a few spots along the road or if you are up for a bit of a walk, turn left follow the lake around through the trees on the other side and up and over the rocks you come to .....private beach away from the caos.

Good walking around 2 lakes here. Forest tracks through the wooded ares make for easier walking. Water activities abound. Not a quiet spot when the sun is out on a weekend with lots of swimmers, paddle boards and canoes. Large car park that filled up quite quickly during our visit. Toilets on site open in summer. Good place for families with children of all ages.

Very scenic and peaceful spot, the road is narrow (with passing places) but only a short drive from Llanrwst and well worth a visit. There is parking at the lakeside (and toilets - but not always open). The lake is used by wild swimmers, canoeists, and paddle boarders, but even on a bright sunny May day did not feel overly busy. There is a road that runs down the length of the lake, and eventually will bring you back via very minor roads into Llanwrst, or if you are not faint hearted, try the road through to Trefriw and onto either Llyn Cowlyd or Llyn Crafnant.

Easy walk and then dogs loved it. No sheep and plenty of little pebble beaches to swim from.

Stunning views and very quiet on a Sunday afternoon in august. Great parking facilities and toilets. Lots of paddle boarders around. Depending on which way you drive up, one way is easier than the other. It’s quite steep and bumpy one way so it would need a confident driver. However the views are worth it!

Beautiful lake! Great car parking and toilets. Was very quiet as we go there very early. Grwat to paddleboard and kayak on. Road was a bit sketchy to get to it.... White knuckles all the way up a steep windy single track. But worth the drive. Lots of little picnic tables and areas to sit and just relax.

Food was good (although it took 40-50 minutes to arrive). I was surprised they charge separately for papadam (and more for chutney). Restaurant is sometimes fully booked, so better to reserve ahead of time (since the town has limited dining options).

We came here 4 years ago and had an excellent meal, revisited last night and had another excellent meal. The service was good, our waiter was really friendly and helpful for deciding on dishes, and both quality and quantity of food was spot on. You can tailor the spice level of each dish from mild to super hot and we found these to be accurate as well as delicious!

We loved our meal. At time of writing they had so many vegan options and the staff took their time to ensure we were catered to and the food we received was absolutely packed with flavour and very generous portions 🙏🏻💚

A brilliant experience from start to finish - a very warm and smiley welcome from front of house (who served us throughout), a good selection of drinks and some really authentic dishes on the menu - including a traditional alternative to onion bhaji 👌. We all really enjoyed the food and the service was excellent. Would definitely recommend.

The best food we ate in the area!! Even in all England since we arrived. We order the chicken Tikka massala that was amazing, dal was great and the mutton shish kabb that was on the dry side, but all in all delicious. Highly recommend. Yum .

I came here with my family for dinner where we all tried different dishes. I got the Chicken Tikka Masala and would highly recommend it. The food was amazing, I would have to say it’s one of the best curries I’ve ever had, even someone I was with who has had many curries in India said it was one of the best they had ever had! Just be aware the spice of mild to medium is one hell of a kick😅

Food and service were absolutely amazing. I’m usually not a massive fan of Indian food but my wife is so we decided to try. We let the waiter choose our starters and they were absolutely gorgeous. They asked our spice levels to which we chose medium and they got it spot on. Genuinely can’t wait to visit this place again. Great selection of local beers too!!

Had a fantastic 3-night stay for our trip to North Wales. Great location, beautiful grounds, and a top-notch three course dinner on our last night after a memorable day hiking the nearby mountains. Highly recommend.

A hotel and a location that seems like it was picked up from the pages of your favourite fairy tale! Craig-y-Dderwen is an amazing place in a fantastic location. While the price reflects that, I did not for a moment feel as if I was overpaying for anything and it was totally worth it. What makes this hotel even more worthwhile is the lovely staff and Michelle is by far the warmest, kindest and most amazing person you could ask to help make your stay beautiful and memorable! The riverside views are breathtaking and I would highly recommend. If you'd like a more in-depth review, check out my video episode on our visit to Craig-y-Dderwen on YouTube!

Lovely hotel set in beautiful grounds in a very peaceful and quiet area just a 15 min walk from Betws Y Coed. We had a riverside balcony room,which is well worth the extra money, which was very big with a seating area and a shower and separate bath in the bathroom. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate and waffles were provided in the room. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.

Lovely setting by the river. Handy for walking to centre of the village. Pleasant walks along the river. Delicious food and a choice of lighter and more filling meals. Friendly and attentive staff. Very friendly for dogs. Ours loved her visit.

Outstanding. We booked the River lodge for 2 nights. It gave us the freedom and space yet with the convenient facilities to hand in the hotel. This is the best property we have stayed in in North Wales

This is my second time staying here and I can’t wait to come back. Hidden away on a quiet road and situated along a river, but within walking distance to charming (but busy) Betsw-y-Coed, this is the perfect retreat. The grounds are beautiful and the food is delicious. The staff, especially Mark and Michelle, make you feel right at home. Make sure to opt for a room with a balcony to enjoy the views. Tea or drinks on the deck are also lovely. The property feels like something out of a (Welsh version) Jane Austin novel. Perfect to stroll in the garden or along the river or curl up with a good book after a day exploring Snowdonia.

A hidden gem. We found this place by accident and it was the best beer garden in the area by a mile. Friendly staff were icing on the cake. Definitely recommended on a sunny day!