Marine Parade, Barmouth, LL42 1NE, United Kingdom
#11 of 13 hotels in Barmouth
Guests' ChoiceBased on 726 hotel reviews
7.4Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
7.2
Staff
8.7
Value for money
7.6
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 June 2024
Sarah
United KingdomStaff were really nice and accommodating
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Angelika
United KingdomBroken bath tap, no cold water and it was leaking everywhere. Entrance is not convenient for wheelchair/buggy but there is lift for hotel floors.
It’s really nice place and family room is really big. Big plus for separate WC and bath.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 21 June 2024
Tegan
United KingdomStaff didn't seem to care just gave you your keys then didn't want to know you
The location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 19 June 2024
Bill
United KingdomBathroom was lacking Parking
Breakfast was extra but excellent
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Stephen
United KingdomToilet flush didn’t work properly
Lovely location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Handy
United KingdomThe general condition of the hotel was dated, needs a major refurbishment. My room was very basic, with a missing toilet roll fixing and missing a decent chair to sit on. The bed not very comfortable, a little springy for my liking, the colour scheme while in keeping with the hotel colour was too dark but all things said, for a 2 night stay ,it was adequate.
Staff were very helpful, food was good and the locality excellent.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
David
United KingdomThe breakfast was very good, full English breakfast with unlimited tea/coffee and toast. My son only wanted toast and cereal for which they did not charge for this. Sea views from dinning area are fantastic. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Maureen
AustraliaThere is no parking on site.. street parking is very limited. It's a little out of town but with a car, not an issue.
Location & Price.. On esplanade opposite the beach.. Price for international travellers who lose 50% currency on conversion is great. On site Bar, sunrooms overlooking beach are lovely ..
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Aimee
United KingdomThe room was very dated and shabby. Everything looked like it could break so I was terrified of letting the children touch anything. After being I'm the room 10 mins my partner sat on one of the beds to find it was broken - we reported it immediately to reception who were very friendly and sent maintenence to fix it while we went for a beach walk.
We stayed in a family room(18)- Was a really good size with lots of storage space. The toilet was separate from the bathroom which I thought was fab (meant I could have a shower without the children needing to come in for the loo) Great selection of tea and coffee in the room. TV with Netflix etc. We had a peaceful evening - no noise from downstairs. Great location for the beach, arcades and town,only a few minutes walk. Staff were exceptional -friendly and helpful. Was good value for money for a mini half-term break.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Gary
United KingdomNo hot water on the first day, door to the room was a little insecure
Location, and value for money
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Amy
United KingdomThe staff were great.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Jessica
United KingdomThe family room was fine, bathroom a bit dated but we didn’t mind. Location is superb and the attached bar very handy.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Long
United Kingdom- WiFi would only connect to one of my devices but not the other - Room is rather small In the morning, after brushing my teeth I noticed there wasn't any hot water coming from the sink to wash my face. I wanted to have a shower before checking out but then there seemed to be no hot water coming out of the shower head either! Not impressed at all!
- comfortable bed - clean - nice location - lift
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Lisa
United KingdomThe room was small but adequate and in need of a refurb. The bed was uncomfortable.
We didn’t book breakfast. Hotel is in a good location.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Carly
United KingdomThe hallways could do with a refresh and the third floor was very warm with a noticeable difference in temperature as opposed to the lower floors. I also note the windows are single pane old wooden style which was a concern for us as we have young children and were booked on the top floor. The window latch was also broken.
Whilst The Sandbanks seems a little antiquated it provides everything needed for a comfortable night with the family. The view over the foothills of Snowdonia was a lovely sight to wake up to. It's clear the rooms have recently had a fresh coat of paint which I imagine was much needed. The staff are friendly and were attentive regarding a safety concern we had during our stay. The offering of a travel cot was a welcome bonus.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Ian
United KingdomThe receptionist, was very helpful, nothing was too much, and when we left, they took the time to ask, if everything was ok
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Liam
United KingdomThe parking wasn’t the best, didn’t enjoy leaving my car out on the street, it also felt like I was taking up spots for people that actually lived on that street, looks like there is a decent size car park behide the hotel would be nice if that was opened for customers, was disappointed the restaurant wasn’t open
Nice location with it being so close to the sea and the view from the room was amazing to wake up to super big windows which was nice
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 May 2024
Thomas
GermanyThe heating was very very loud, we would have been unable to sleep. After we talked to the receptionist it was turned off. Then the shower and TV did not work. We talked again to the receptionist then the fuse was replaced.Other than that the door did not fit in the frame, we saw the light of the hallway. In the lift it was very hot.The toilet seat was loose.
The staff was very nice and helpful. The hotel ist close to the beach. Parking is free in the sidestreets.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Steph
United KingdomCarpet wasn't all the way up to the wall. The seal around the bath was wearing. The entire bathroom could do with an update. After no information on the additional costs for dogs I was told it was £8 per night. Then it was £8 per night per dog. The policy was sent to me and it stated £5 per night and only 1 dog. Then they needed to change the policy still as it wasn't up to date. The room information also stated it was £5 per night still. Very frustrated by this as "it still needs to be updated" was all I got. The lift was like a sauna and the corridors are only slightly cooler.
I had a sea view room on the second floor and it was wonderful. Even though it rained all of the first night, it was wonderful to sit and watch the sea as it slowly got darker.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Alex
United KingdomThe breakfast used to be included in the room, but they now charge separately for it
The views out to sea and mountains are fantastic
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Diane
United KingdomVery warm in hallways
Lovely and clean very friendly and pleasant staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Jacci
United KingdomFloor very uneven. Side window had wind whistling noises coming through all night. Breakfast we think was slightly overpriced for the amount of cooked breakfast. Although toast and cereal was available if wanted.
Lovely view from the room looking towards the sea. Warm. Clean bathroom
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Alison
United KingdomNoisy, as you can hear people about banging, wallpaper peeling off and hot water doesn't last very long. Cups dirty but would still stay again
The room was really big and the view was excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Julian
United KingdomFloors, walls very thin so others could be heard
Location, cleanliness and staff were nice and polite.
Stayed in April 2024
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