Royal Oak Hotel - Betws-y-Coed

Historic coaching inn in Snowdonia National Park with heated outdoor dining and interactive cocktail presentations

Dining & Bar

The Royal Oak Hotel Betws-y-Coed operates two on-site restaurants: the Grill Room serving modern dishes made with local produce, and the Llugwy River Restaurant open Friday through Sunday with windows overlooking the river. A heated outdoor dining area allows guests to eat al fresco year-round, while the Stables Bar offers interactive cocktail presentations. Special diet menus and kids' meals are available, and the kitchen sources from nearby producers for dishes like Welsh lamb.

Rooms & Accommodation

Guest rooms at the Royal Oak Hotel feature scenic views and luxury modern bathrooms with free toiletries; some rooms include ornate four-poster or sleigh beds. The Stables Lodge, an annex with its own lift, provides accessible accommodation on the ground floor. All rooms have satellite TV with over 50 Freeview channels, and premium rooms add roll-top baths and separate seating areas.

Location & Activities

Set along the historic A5 route from Holyhead to London, Royal Oak Hotel Betws-y-Coed sits in the centre of Betws-y-Coed, surrounded by the mountains of Snowdonia National Park. The hotel is a short drive from Zip World Fforest and Gwydir Castle, and guests can walk directly to village shops, cafes, and riverside paths. Parking is free and includes an electric vehicle charging station for guest use.

Facilities & Services

Royal Oak Hotel offers free on-site parking with accessible spaces, plus an electric vehicle charging station (subject to a 90-minute overstay charge). The property includes flexible event facilities suitable for diverse group sizes, and meeting/banquet rooms are available for private functions. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a safety deposit box are provided, and CCTV covers common areas and parking.

Family & Accessibility

The hotel provides a family-friendly environment with activities for children, family rooms, and kids' meals in the restaurant. Wheelchair-accessible rooms are located in the Stables Lodge, which has a lift; the main building has stairs only to the first and second floors. Additional facilities include a coffee house on site, daily housekeeping, and a selection of board games available at reception.

• Location: Gateway to Snowdonia National Park, 2 min from Betws-y-Coed station
• Dining: Grill Room with local Welsh specialties plus heated outdoor dining area
• Rooms: Four-poster and sleigh beds, Stables Lodge with lift access
• Facilities: Free parking, EV charging station, flexible event spaces
• Family: Family-friendly with children's activities, wheelchair accessible