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YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel

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A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a menu board. - YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel (Caernarfon)
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Consider a stay at YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and an arcade/game room. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a staircase, and a hallway leading to another room.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a staircase, and a hallway leading to another room.

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed with green bedding, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

2 Bed Private Room

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed with green bedding, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

2 Bed Private Room Ensuite

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(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a single bed, a sink, and a mirror.

3 Bed Private Room Ensuite

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(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed with green bedding, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4 Bed Private Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed with green bedding, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4 Bed Private Room Ensuite

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a staircase, and a hallway leading to another room.

5 Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A bunk bed with green bedding, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5 Bed Private Room Ensuite including Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with bunk beds, a staircase, and a hallway leading to another room.

6 Bed Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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7 Bed Private Room

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A bed with green pillows and a wall-mounted light fixture.

3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a staircase, and a carpeted floor.

6 Bed Private Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Caernarfon, YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel is in a rural area and in the mountains. Dolwyddelan Castle and Dolbadurn Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Llyn Dinas and Aberglaslyn Pass. Hafod Eryri and Llanberis Lake Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Caernarfon travel guide
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Pen-y-Pass, Nantgwynant, Caernarfon, Wales, LL55 4NY

What's nearby

  • A lush valley with rolling hills and dense greenery.
    Eryri National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A mountain stream with rocks, surrounded by grassy terrain and mountains during sunset.
    Pen-y-Pass
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pyg Track
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Miner's Track
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
    30 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

  • Llanberis Station
    12 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    133 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffi Gwynant
    8 min drive
  • Cwellyn Arms
    18 min drive
  • Becws Melyn
    10 min drive
  • Spice Of Llanberis
    10 min drive
  • Y Gwynedd Inn
    9 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 40 per day); reservations required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Games
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • 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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 40 per day (98 ft away)
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel located?

Situated in the mountains, this hostel is steps from Miner's Track, Pen-y-Pass, and Pyg Track. Llyn Llydaw and Hafod Eryri are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 139 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice YHA - this was my third visit! Extremely clean rooms, bedding and bathroom (3bed room en suite). Friendly faces behind the bar/reception. Ideal to walk Miners/Pyg Track - just across the room for both. Big self-service kitchen and dining room. Board Games/snooker room - plenty of space to lounge about with a licensed bar! Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hostel and very well kept. Nice clean facilities and good food available in the restaurant too. Only downside is the parking situation but this is out of their hands and well informed on their web site. Plenty of regular busses during the day so just be sure to plan ahead for where you park.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was in the perfect location, great room yummy food and staff was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will definitely stay here again

Perfect location, great venue, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

For those wanting to explore North Wales, YHA Pen y Pass is a really good location to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing YHA at the foot of the Miners Track to Snowdon! Loved this location nestled at the pass of the Welsh Mountains! Everyone was super friendly and accommodating, the food was delish and so easy to get over to Snowdon! Remember to buy your parking ticket in advance. Loved my stay and I look forward to coming back…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views, great breakfast, friendly and helpful staff. Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Best experience, staff is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really neat location and friendly staff. Not much parking though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for climbing Snowdon, staff were really helpful and so welcoming, Highly recommend this hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed here several times. It’s always welcoming and everyone is friendly. I turned up very late this time and they phoned to make sure I was on the way and to make sure I knew the check in times and also made sure I knew it was icy in the car park. Rooms as clean, warm and functional. Was very happy once again, with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location across the road from Snowdon Mountain. We parked a few miles away for £15. For the entire weekend and then took the Sherpa bus to the front of the hostel. Great food. Loved it. Clean and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Snowdons hostel review

Room was clean and nicely presented. Staff were helpful Evening meal was very limited in choice but breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend

Perfectly located to climb Mount Snowdon Very clean YH with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay again

Booked the private ensuit, did the job? All staff,were amazing had breakfast and eveing meal. Both were nice. Especially after the hike up snowden.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is helpful and lovely, property is right next to 2 mountain trails so extremely convenient; also right next to carpark so extremely accessible via public transport (one bus from rail station to and fro, as well as bus to Llanberis should you wish to explore the village). Rooms are clean, cosy, and warm. Shared shower has warm water, but would recommend bringing your own slippers to wear while in shower. Overall a super healing trip with breathtaking views - YHA making the experience comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hostle. Its so convenient. Its clean. Its got great transport links via the bus system . Its got great food on site, bar , menu and breakfast all great. Bathrooms and communal kitchen all also clean and functional . Great to have. Parking can be a expensive but options to park locally and bus but make sure you check the timetables. Its simple but clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been using this Youth Hostel for at least 7 years but the last few times we’ve all commented on how tired and grubby it’s gotten. We love the location and the staff are very friendly but it’s time to close it for a few weeks and refurbish it because if it gets worse we will start looking for other places to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Advantage: The location. The room was ok. Mattresses, beddings were comfortable. However the bunkbed is can be quite challanging/uncomfortable if someone tall just like my husband. He hit his head many times during our stay. We could hear noises such cracking floor as walking above floor or people coming or going and slammed the door. But again this is a hostel and for the price and the location may need to sacrifice from your comfort. The breakfast was a good portion. Other options e.g. vegan, gluten free.... available. Staff are helpful and kind. Disadvantage: no free or discounted parking with the booking. A bit overpriced as almost the same price what I paid for the room. BUT it is convenient, next to the hostel and all night has a parking officer there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This place is a find. Directly across the road from the Pyg trail at Snowdon. Comfortable beds and very clean. Make sure to book parking as it is in high demand or park down the road and take Sherpa Bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay. Close to the mountain and walkable to the path.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Accessible to the mountain and the shuttle. Beautiful views. Great hot chocolate
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Luca is a credit to your team - great lad and extremely helpful. Would recommend this hostel to anyone looking for somewhere to stop in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025