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Basecamp Wales

Llanllyfni

Basecamp Wales offers family-run hostel accommodation in Llanllyfni, on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and 30.3 km from Pen-Y-Pass and 8.2 km to the beach at Dinas Dinlle. Free WiFi is offered in public areas and free private parking is available on site. Mae'n hostel wych, gydag alpacas, geifr ac ieir. Staff cyfeillgar. Mae'n eang ac yn lân hefyd.

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9.4
Superb
1,372 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

Tafarn Yr Heliwr

Nefyn

Featuring a bar, Tafarn Yr Heliwr is set in Nefyn in the Gwynedd region, 35 km from Portmeirion and 43 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi. The hostel features family rooms. Friendly and helpful staff and a great bar. Food was served from Wednesday to Sunday and it was excellent with a great selection of meals which are cooked fresh

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9.2
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

Lodge Dinorwig 4 stars

Llanberis

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

A cooked breakfast is served each morning. Packed lunches and evening meals can also be provided if ordered in advance. Lodge Dinorwig offers lockers, bed linen is included. This is the nicest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Every detail was well thought out and the host was welcoming, helpful and kind. View was fantastic. Food excellent.

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9.7
Exceptional
351 reviews
Price from
£41
per night

Totters Hostel

Caernarfon

Located in Caernarfon and within 13 km of Snowdon Mountain Railway, Totters Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 19 km from Snowdon, 37 km from Portmeirion and 47 km from Llandudno Pier. The hostel has family rooms. Henry is extremely polite and takes care of the guests

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9.4
Superb
781 reviews
Price from
£60
per night

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass 4 stars

Llanberis

Placed at the foot of Snowdon Mountain, the YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass is surrounded by stunning Welsh landscape in a rural location, with no mobile phone signal - offering guests a break from technology. WiFi is offered in public areas. Tasty food including a freshly cooked breakfast is on offer at this comfortable accommodation. The best YHA in Britain hands down.

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8.4
Very good
1,297 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Private Room at Torrent Walk Bunkhouse in Snowdonia

Dolgellau

Set in Dolgellau, within 40 km of Portmeirion and 38 km of Lake Vyrnwy, Private Room at Torrent Walk Bunkhouse in Snowdonia offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Castell y Bere is 24 km away and Aberdovey Golf Club is 35 km from the hostel. Clean and perfect for a outdoor adventures

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8.1
Very good
235 reviews

Gallt y Glyn Hostel

Llanberis

Gallt y Glyn Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Llanberis. Located around 7.9 km from Snowdon, the hostel with free WiFi is also 39 km away from Portmeirion. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. Lovely place, nice and comfortable, great food too

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8.2
Very good
662 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Ty Glyndwr Bunkhouse, Bar and cafe 4 stars

Caernarfon

Located in Caernarfon and within 13 km of Snowdon Mountain Railway, Ty Glyndwr Bunkhouse, Bar and cafe features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hostel is within 19 km of Snowdon and 37 km of Portmeirion. Guests can enjoy city views. Rhys was awesome. He was hospitable and friendly. He was able to accommodate us we'll, and even was empathetic to our needs. The room was great, and we enjoyed the amenities and breakfast. Wonderful stay, we would come back!

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8.4
Very good
456 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

YHA Idwal Cottage 4 stars

Bethesda

Located in Bangor, the YHA Idwal Cottage offers self-catering accommodation with shared kitchen facilities and a bar. This eco-friendly hostel is ideal for exploring the Cwm Idwal Nature Reserve and the Devil's Kitchen.

The YHA Idwal Cottage offers both private rooms and shared dormitory rooms. Guests have access to a spacious and well equipped kitchen, to prepare meals. Great location,parking spot,staff

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8.7
Fabulous
311 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

YHA Snowdon Llanberis 3 stars

Llanberis

Deep in the beautiful mountain scenery of north Wales, YHA Snowdon Llanberis is set on the doorstep of the Snowdonia National Park. It provides a daily buffet breakfast, and also has a TV lounge and a self-catering kitchen.

The majority of the bright rooms at YHA Snowdon Llanberis have bunk beds, and all share bathroom facilities. Did exactly what we needed from a short stay before a hike up Snowdon.

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8.6
Fabulous
412 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

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