Betws-y-Coed lies in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park in the Conwy Valley where the Llugwy and Conwy Rivers meet and is the main tourist village in the area. It is situated on the Conwy Valley Railway line which runs from Llandudno to Blaenau Ffestiniog. It boasts a railway museum with miniature railway. There is a 14th century church, St Michaels which is one of the oldest in Wales. Of particular interest is the Waterloo Bride built in 1815 by Thomas Telford it bears the inscription “This arch was constructed in the same year as the Battle of Waterloo was fought” Betws-y-Coed is of particular interest with those who have a passion for outdoor pursuits walking, mountain biking, climbing are all well catered for in the area and the local shops offer a wide selection of goods to help appreciate the area. When the rivers are flowing hard then nothing can compare with the Swallow Falls where the Llugwy launches itself into a spectacular chasm. Betws-y-Coed is an ideal base for taking advantage of Snowdonia.
Attraction
Ty Mawr Wybrnant
Tyn y Coed Uchaf
Cottage
Bonnyn Derw
Llugwy Cottage
Llys- Y-Wennel
Tan Dderwen
Trem Machno
Tros-Yr-Afon
Ty'N-Y-Coed
Doctor
Golf Club
Inn
Elen's Castle Hotel
Foelas Arms Hotel
Lion Inn
Ty-Gwyn Hotel
Restaurant
Cobdens Hotel
Conwy Falls Restaurant
Elen's Castle Hotel
Spinnaker
Talking Point Bistro
Ty-Gwyn Hotel
Self-Catering
Gilar Farm
Gilar House
The Alms Lodges
Shops
Betws Y Coed Garden & Nursery
Cotswold Outdoor
Ty Newydd Organics
Places to Stay near Betws y Coed
Gorphwysfa House Bed and Breakfast (0.13 miles)
Glan Llugwy Guest House (0.28 miles)
Swn y Dwr Guest House (0.51 miles)
Swn y Dwr is a family run, beautiful detatched property dating back to 1870.Situated off the A5 on the banks of the river Llugwy it enjoys a quiet location yet ... More
Swallow Falls Hotel (0.54 miles)
Situated just opposite Wales' most beautiful waterfall 3.2 km (2 miles) outside of Betws-y-Coed, this hotel combines the classic quality of a Victorian coaching house with the informal ambience of a ... More
Afon View Guest House & B&B (0.72 miles)
Afon View is in the village of Betws-y-coed, which is in the Snowdonia National Park. We provide an ideal base for touring, walking, bird watching and exploring this most interesting area of North Wales. Canoeing, fishing, climbing and ... More | visit website
Bridge View B & B (0.76 miles)
‘Bridge View' was formerly a Victorian Magistrate's Court and is situated in a peaceful location on the banks of the River Conwy. Less than five minutes level walking distance from the centre of the village ... More | visit website
Best Western Waterloo Hotel (0.85 miles)
Set at the edge of the picture postcard village of Betws-y-Coed amidst the remarkable beauty of the National Park. Complete with leisure centre and indoor pool - The Waterloo Hotel makes ideal base ... More
Aberconwy House (1.00 miles)
Aberconwy House offers our guests Luxury Bed & Breakfast accomodation withIn the Snowdonia National Park and with Panoramic Views. Bews-y-Coed is in the middle of the Snowdonia National Park, just a stone's throw from Snowdon ... More | visit website
Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel (1.04 miles)
Built in late Victorian times and set amidst the dramatic scenery of Snowdonia National Park, this elegant hotel makes the most of its tranquil and secluded position set within 16 acres of grounds on the ... More | visit website
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