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Pen Y Gwryd Hotel
4086 Junction of A498 and A Snowdonia National Park, Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon LL55 4NT Wales
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A 18th century 3rd generation family run mountain inn nestled in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park with a history for British mountaineering with memorabilia from the 1953 Everest expedition in the bar along with many Famous signatures. We have en suite and traditional rooms, there is a sauna and natural pool in our extensive gardens with Snowdon and many other fantastic walks right on our doorstep.
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Free parking
Free internet
Bar / lounge
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Billiards
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
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Darts
Table tennis
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4086 Junction of A498 and A Snowdonia National Park, Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon LL55 4NT Wales
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We sorely missed our trips to the PYG during Covid, so it was fantastic to find the welcome as warm as ever. We've have been coming for over 30 years to this perfect spot for hill walking and are delighted that our children now follow in our footsteps. Nothing was too much trouble for Nick and Rupert Pullee and their helpful staff, many of whom have been there for years; a mark of well run hotel and good team leadership. Our ensuite (in the main hotel building) had very comfortable, roomy beds with lovely traditional cotton sheets, and huge fluffy towels, very comforting after the hot soak necessary after a tough climb.
The food is made with love, specialising in locally sourced, excellent quality ingredients and traditional puddings. Gluten free options were provided willingly. Nick's soups are particularly delicious and adventurous. An award winning chef now cooks on some evenings and his duo of monkfish and local trout on a bed of baby leeks in a lemon and dill sauce, was super fresh, flavoursome and in the top 5 fish dishes I have eaten anywhere in the world. Good, reasonably priced wine list; the Tanner's Claret is a particular favourite. The packed lunches are generous and varied so we took them each day. Our favourite days on the hill end at sunset with an envigorating dip in the stunning natural pool in the garden, overlooking the hills. So bring your swimming gear and towels. Thank you so much for making it yet another wonderful holiday. Cannot wait to return.
The food is made with love, specialising in locally sourced, excellent quality ingredients and traditional puddings. Gluten free options were provided willingly. Nick's soups are particularly delicious and adventurous. An award winning chef now cooks on some evenings and his duo of monkfish and local trout on a bed of baby leeks in a lemon and dill sauce, was super fresh, flavoursome and in the top 5 fish dishes I have eaten anywhere in the world. Good, reasonably priced wine list; the Tanner's Claret is a particular favourite. The packed lunches are generous and varied so we took them each day. Our favourite days on the hill end at sunset with an envigorating dip in the stunning natural pool in the garden, overlooking the hills. So bring your swimming gear and towels. Thank you so much for making it yet another wonderful holiday. Cannot wait to return.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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You'll be well looked after. Friendly, caring staff and fantastic food. The rooms are not ultra-modern but the facilities are more than adequate. After getting soaked on the hills everything was made better by the superb drying room, hot shower, filling dinner and comfortable bed. The lounge and bar are ideal for having a (decently kept) beer and comparing notes with other guests over coffee served from proper coffee pots. The building is old and stuffed with mementos from the past, which all add to the comfortable atmosphere. The third-generation owners know their stuff and have a clear idea of the type of hotel they want to run. Don't stay here if you want the faceless hotel chain experience.
This is an ideal base for walking in Snowdonia - loads of walks from the front door including a 20 minute walk on the new path to Pen y Pass without the worry or expense of finding a parking space.
This is an ideal base for walking in Snowdonia - loads of walks from the front door including a 20 minute walk on the new path to Pen y Pass without the worry or expense of finding a parking space.
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Date of stay: September 2021
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I've been coming to this hotel for most of my life. First with my Dad on short walking holidays and then with my wife for romantic getaways in the mountains, including a minimoon straight after our wedding where the beautiful remote location was particularly welcome! And now for the first time as a family with our little daughter.
You're guaranteed a warm welcome at the Pen Y Gwryd and I strongly recommend it. The location is perfect for walking in the surrounding mountains and there are visitor attractions towards Anglesey and Llandudno to the north and Porthmadog and Barmouth to the south.
The character of the hotel is very much from the 1950s with original features throughout. Dinner and breakfast are at set times and signalled by a gong. There are generous portions of well-cooked traditional food. The hotel's historic nature coupled with excellent customer service by modern (and indeed any) standard makes it unique!
You're guaranteed a warm welcome at the Pen Y Gwryd and I strongly recommend it. The location is perfect for walking in the surrounding mountains and there are visitor attractions towards Anglesey and Llandudno to the north and Porthmadog and Barmouth to the south.
The character of the hotel is very much from the 1950s with original features throughout. Dinner and breakfast are at set times and signalled by a gong. There are generous portions of well-cooked traditional food. The hotel's historic nature coupled with excellent customer service by modern (and indeed any) standard makes it unique!
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip: Original style rooms are in the main building and some newer rooms are available out the back.
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WOW , Just returned having spent a night here and have to say what a wonderful amazing unique experience. Lost in time and retaining ALL its early period charms, like something from a period drama set . No phones , no TVs, no WiFi , no signal gives you a well much needed break from modern life . We were first welcomed by a young man who was more than happy to show us round and point out things of interest ( of which there are hundreds) pleasant, kind and helpful, we knew we were in for a treat just from the amazing welcome this young man gave us . We sat in the reading room , complete with roaring fire and had drinks brought to us from the bar . Our bedroom was the warmest I’ve ever stayed in and the bed was extremely comfortable. Breakfast too was served by an extremely friendly lady who was only too happy to point out thing of interest, the food itself was well presented and quality too and more tea was added without having to ask . I could go on and on , loved it can’t wait to go again . Well done to the owners for not going down the boring standard bland hotel format route, my expectations were high but you blew them out of the park . Thank you all so much . Incredible
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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If you crave a hotel room with TV /satellite channels, expensive toiletries, excellent wi-fi and mobile coverage - look elsewhere as the PyG is not for you.
If however you want to experience a truly bygone age steeped in the historic first conquest of Everest then this hotel will not disappoint. It is rustic, enchanting, the most welcoming and so full of character you want to spend hours drifting from room to room. The loyal staff obviously take personal pride in the hotel and took delight in offering us a conducted tour late at night when they had already had a busy day. The breakfast is a delight and the evening meal worthy of a Michelin star, yes its that good!! The hotel is most fortunate the chef has returned to his Welsh roots (da iawn ti).
We were so mesmerised by the place we intend visiting during the winter when the fires are lit and perhaps a sprinkle of snow will complete a magical experience. Long may the PyG remain an idyllic third generation family run establishment without frills but with so much atmosphere and genuine Welsh hospitality.
If however you want to experience a truly bygone age steeped in the historic first conquest of Everest then this hotel will not disappoint. It is rustic, enchanting, the most welcoming and so full of character you want to spend hours drifting from room to room. The loyal staff obviously take personal pride in the hotel and took delight in offering us a conducted tour late at night when they had already had a busy day. The breakfast is a delight and the evening meal worthy of a Michelin star, yes its that good!! The hotel is most fortunate the chef has returned to his Welsh roots (da iawn ti).
We were so mesmerised by the place we intend visiting during the winter when the fires are lit and perhaps a sprinkle of snow will complete a magical experience. Long may the PyG remain an idyllic third generation family run establishment without frills but with so much atmosphere and genuine Welsh hospitality.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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We stayed here as a group of 15; a base for a Snowdon climb with the intention of eating out for 2 out of 3 nights. The service, accommodating staff and superb quality of the food led to us eating all 3 nights in the hotel. Amazing duck, a sumptuous roast and the best cheesecake I’ve ever eaten(3 nights on the trot!). Rooms are warm and comfortable, bathrooms are quirky (we christened one Nemo’s bathroom) due to it having a Victorian look and submarine feel with a very powerful and energising shower. The “cowboy” bath revitalises and allows you to chill after walking. 15 Middle Aged men enjoyed Eurovision in the games room while playing ping pong, pool and didn’t even get to the darts. Oh and take the plunge and brave the pool/pond if you dare. We did and loved it. A fantastic stay at a brilliant place in beautiful Snowdonia. Thank you staff and chef for looking after us.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Just arrived home after a brilliant few days staying at the PYG! Having missed our visit last year due to Covid restrictions, it was great to be able to go this year.
As always, we received a really warm welcome from Rupert and staff at the PYG.
Despite all the pressure associated with over a year of Covid, the whole staff team at the PYG were amazing and bent over backwards to look after us.
Hearing the gong sound for dinner on the first evening made us appreciate just how special a place the PYG is. The food was fantastic on every meal of our stay and as always, the staff were so good at looking after us.
After dinner each evening we enjoyed a few pints of the local Purple Moose beer while relaxing in rooms steeped in mountaineering history.
We were even able to enjoy a dip in the natural pool while looking up at the Glyder mountains!
The setting of the PYG couldn’t be better and made it easy for us to enjoy to brilliant local walks in the mountains.
We have been visiting the PYG for many years and every year it is always amazing! The fact that it was still like this despite the pressures created by the lockdown is down to Rupert, Nick and the brilliant team of staff at the PYG.
It is the most relaxing and enjoyable place that I have ever stayed in.
The magic of the PYG remains as strong as ever!
Thank you for a brilliant stay.
The Joyce family.
As always, we received a really warm welcome from Rupert and staff at the PYG.
Despite all the pressure associated with over a year of Covid, the whole staff team at the PYG were amazing and bent over backwards to look after us.
Hearing the gong sound for dinner on the first evening made us appreciate just how special a place the PYG is. The food was fantastic on every meal of our stay and as always, the staff were so good at looking after us.
After dinner each evening we enjoyed a few pints of the local Purple Moose beer while relaxing in rooms steeped in mountaineering history.
We were even able to enjoy a dip in the natural pool while looking up at the Glyder mountains!
The setting of the PYG couldn’t be better and made it easy for us to enjoy to brilliant local walks in the mountains.
We have been visiting the PYG for many years and every year it is always amazing! The fact that it was still like this despite the pressures created by the lockdown is down to Rupert, Nick and the brilliant team of staff at the PYG.
It is the most relaxing and enjoyable place that I have ever stayed in.
The magic of the PYG remains as strong as ever!
Thank you for a brilliant stay.
The Joyce family.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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As per previous reviews, this hotel is truly like going back in time! We were there over part of the platinum Jubilee weekend, almost felt like we hadn’t moved far from the Silver Jubilee! If you can fully immerse in the spirit of this hotel with no TV in the room, almost non existent wi fi and ditch your mobile phone, you will enjoy the most memorable and relaxing break. We loved the quirkiness of the hotel, rich in history full of character, friendly staff and the biggest old fashioned bath you will ever experience. It was great having the opportunity to socialise with other guests in the lounge and we welcomed the sound of the 7.30pm and 8.30am gongs. The 3 course meals were delicious - superbly cooked and presented, wholesome, hearty, plentiful and tasty. The packed lunch in paper bags with 2 rounds of sandwiches each (in lieu of breakfast on the 1st day) fuelled us on our Snowdon climb. The sauna was great, the lake whist beautiful was too cold to take the plunge. It may not be the most perfect hotel (they lost our ‘telephone’ booking and our mattress wasn’t great), it was definitely one of our most enjoyable hotel stays and we will certainly return!
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Go back in time here. Listen for the gong to go down to a hearty, elegant breakfast, then depart for magnificent hiking within walking distance of the front door. Return in the evening and wait for the gong again to have your 3 course dinner. The Wi-Fi is only strong enough to use in one room and cell phones are intermittent so after dinner, retire to the guest lounge and actually have a conversation with other guests about their day. Shared bath, but how often do you get to take a bath in a 19th century tub? Elegant and rugged at the same time, a highlight to any trip. Feel what it was like to travel in a different time.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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We stayed for two nights in this fabulous hotel. It’s in the perfect setting for mountain adventures; an easy walk to Pen y Pas or you can catch the bus from right outside the door. The rooms was quirky with many original features. We chose not to book an en suite because part of the charm of the place is using the wonderful Victorian baths.
The food was exceptional. We got called to breakfast and dinner by the impressive gong. There is normally a choice of two options for the three dinner courses and a good wine list. The dinner on both nights was outstanding with very high quality meat and fish options and a good selection of side dishes. Desserts were hearty and home made and there’s a great cheeseboard option. The breakfast menu was extensive and all freshly cooked. The hotel also provides a good packed lunch if you need one.
The staff were hard working and helpful.
The charm of this place is its nod to the past and the fabulous display of memorabilia related to the 1953 Everest expedition, as the team stayed here whilst training.
It was an absolute treat to stay at the Penygwryd and we will definitely be returning.
The food was exceptional. We got called to breakfast and dinner by the impressive gong. There is normally a choice of two options for the three dinner courses and a good wine list. The dinner on both nights was outstanding with very high quality meat and fish options and a good selection of side dishes. Desserts were hearty and home made and there’s a great cheeseboard option. The breakfast menu was extensive and all freshly cooked. The hotel also provides a good packed lunch if you need one.
The staff were hard working and helpful.
The charm of this place is its nod to the past and the fabulous display of memorabilia related to the 1953 Everest expedition, as the team stayed here whilst training.
It was an absolute treat to stay at the Penygwryd and we will definitely be returning.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Hi one of the Sherpa buses stopped opposite the hotel when we were there. Not sure if it was this route number (if there are different route numbers). Hope this helps.
Yes there is a free car park adjacent for hotel guests only.
start of pyg track (and miners) about 15/20 min walk..
Oh Yes. Nice enough people but no business sense. Turning away business and running it for their convenience.
Trying to get the bill paid in the morning was a joke. No one knew how to do it as the owner wasn't due in until 9 and we needed to leave st 8.
Am sure it's a lovely place for Octogenarians reminiscing about their boarding school days but frankly the Youth Hostel by the Pyg route was more comfortable , half the price and much better service.
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$240 - $247 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Which popular attractions are close to Pen Y Gwryd Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve (4.7 km), Yr Wyddfa (5.2 km), and Plas y Brenin (6.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Pen Y Gwryd Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Pen Y Gwryd Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Pen Y Gwryd Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Caffi Gwynant, Caffi Siabod, and Tyn-y-Coed Pub.
Are pets allowed at Pen Y Gwryd Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Pen Y Gwryd Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting St. Michael's Old Church (13.5 km), Ty Mawr Wybrnant (13.9 km), and St Grwst Church (14.9 km).