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Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel

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A patio area with outdoor seating and umbrellas overlooking a lush garden and a river. - Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel (Betws-Y-Coed)
A white metal gate in a grassy area with a house in the background. - Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel (Betws-Y-Coed)
A spacious room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a sliding glass door leading to another room. - Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel (Betws-Y-Coed)
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Located close to Eryri National Park Visitor Centre and Gwydyr Forest, Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, dinner, kids' meals, and local cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a mirror, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Riverview Superking / Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Betws-Y-Coed is home to Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel. Dolwyddelan Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gwydyr Forest and Swallow Falls. Eryri National Park Visitor Centre and Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Betws-Y-Coed travel guide
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Betws-y-coed Snowdonia, Betws-Y-Coed, Wales, LL24 0AS

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a lake and a winding path.
    Eryri National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Conwy Valley Railway Museum
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Eryri National Park Visitor Centre
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gwydyr Forest
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Zip World Betws-y-Coed
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Betws-Y-Coed Station
    11 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    106 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pont-y-Pair Inn
    15 min walk
  • Hangin' Pizzeria
    11 min walk
  • Waterloo Hotel Bar
    4 min walk
  • Gwydyr Hotel Bistro
    9 min walk
  • Tŷ Hyll Ugly House
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Riverside Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1890
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 35.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 120 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 35.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Frequently asked questions

Is Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel located?

Situated in Betws-Y-Coed, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Eryri National Park Visitor Centre and Gwydyr Forest. Swallow Falls and Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall are also within 6 mi (10 km). Betws-Y-Coed Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent - friendly and super helpful. The dinner was superb - everything was perfectly cooked. The grounds around the hotel are lovely - next to a river and surrounded by trees. The outside terrace was also great for an aperitif with a relaxing view. As always, there are a few things that could be improved - the bedcover was old and worn, some bathroom floor tiles were uneven and cracked and the balcony needed cleaning. Overall we enjoyed our overnight stay and would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel staff are friendly and very efficient. They treat you as family. Hotel grounds and rooms are immaculate
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff go above and beyond, and this is one of the most dog friendly hotels we have stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and welcoming staff. Room very clean and bed comfortable. Breakfast delicious,which set us up for the day to enjoy walking in the magnificent area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel was absolutely wonderful. The setting alone makes it special - nestled right along the river, surrounded by beautiful scenery that immediately makes you slow down and relax. In the evenings I opened my window to hear the sound of the river flowing by. It was incredible peaceful. The staff was genuinely warm and welcoming. They happily shared hiking recommendations, and one evening when I went down for a glass of wine, a staff member encouraged me to sit by the fire with my book instead of going back to my room. He kept adding logs to the fire while I read and enjoyed my wine - such a cozy touch! The food was also delicious! It was truly one of the most relaxing stays I've had in a long time. I would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic views of the river and the hotel is in a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel, with wide open spaces to walk your dogs off lead and only a short walk from the centre.the grounds are stunning. We paid extra for the riverside view which was spectacular, however I think the room itself needs some updating. The balcony was shabby, the table and chairs rusty, the bed was lovely big and comfy and clean, bedside lamps very cheap and didn’t say 4 star, same with the refreshment caddy and bathroom, some updating needed but overall I would absolutely stay again. It’s worth it for the views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was clean and well presented. Garden and view from restaurant was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, great staff, great location. Breakfast was good, and the evening meal was excellant. We enjoyed our weekend away here. Michelle and Mark were great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendliness of every member of staff- hotel, grounds, view and the food were all fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We received a lovely warm welcome. Staff very attentive food excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. Especially Michelle. The location was very beautiful yet convenient to everything in the area we wanted to see.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Verry happy with the food and hotel will go back .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

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Riverside views worth the extra

Beautiful location, friendly staff good food hotel had wonderful views but looking tired in places
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

2 night stay to the end of our tour of West Wales

Although probably the best hotel and restaurant in Betws-y-Coed it is looking rather dated and in need of some further refurbishment eg the dripping hot tap in the bathroom and the carpet in the common areas. A 4 star hotel but not sure how it warranted this grading. The staff were friendly, helpful and welcoming, we ate here twice but service was very slow due to ‘chef’ staffing problems, but the food was good. A bit surprised that a glass of wine came out of a miniature rather than a full bottle. The meal is also not cheap, £36 for a main and a dessert!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sunny riverside stay

A beautiful relaxing stay so lucky with the weather. Great food, lovely location and rooms . Very professional staff that go above and beyond We will return
Just beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A very lovely stay

From start to finish fabulous. Easy and simple booking, friendly and helpful staff. We enjoyed a 2 night stay b&b and added on a lovely meal on our first night. The food was tasty and outstanding. Surrounding grounds were beautiful & it’s perfect location to explore north wales. Also felt safe with all the Covid regulations in place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Almost perfect

Great stay, great location, great staff, only comment is it felt sometimes with only 2 staff they were run ragged doing everything, reception, bar, restaurant all at the same time..this impacted on waiting times. But again cannot fault the staff we met all first class...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
We arrived a little late in the evening but Mark at reception was ever so kind and helped us into our room. The chef quickly made us delicious meals. Over all the staff was amazing and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Michelle on reception was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The place was so relaxing . Sitting on the terrace looking over the lake, just amazing views all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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One of the best hotels in Betws-Y-Coed

This was our second stay in this hotel and we are planning to stay here in the future when we are on our next holiday in Snowdonia. Amazing location, plenty of parking, welcoming staff, great breakfast, clean room and bathroom (!!!), short walk to the village centre. TVs are on the smaller side but we did not come here to watch TV. Electric cars can be charged nearby. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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Not really a 4 Star. But good location.

Stayed at this hotel for 2 nights. Not really a 4 star and on that basis was over priced. Hotel very clean & breakfast was good with plenty of choice but not brilliant. Hotel bar was immaculate and plenty of choice on offer. Room was large but need of some TLC and the bed was not very comfortable.Tea & Coffee making facilities in room. The TV was probably the size of my pc monitor & for a 4 star I would have expected a 50 inch LCD full HD. The WiFi connectivity was excellent. Location is excellent at the edge of town with views over the river possible. Walking to the start of the town amenities is about 10 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Tranquil riverside hotel.

Stayed here for one night, it's a lovely quaint hotel, just on the outskirts of Betws-y-coed. The hotel is accessed down a private drive way and once you're there, it'd hard to believe the town is so close. There's free parking, WiFi, a well stocked bar area with a beautiful outdoor deck. We stayed in a superking size room. The room was decorated in a modern boutique style. Was spacious, had a clean private bathroom with separate bath and shower but the best part was the private balcony with a view of the river. Perfect for sitting out as the sun went down. Breakfast was included and they had a good selection of hot and cold offerings. I would happily recommend the place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018