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Elen's Castle Hotel

3.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, steps from Lledr Valley

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Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Lounge
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View ( with Shower Room 6) | Garden view
Interior entrance
Elen's Castle Hotel, near historic Dolwyddelan Castle, offers a cozy base with made-to-order breakfasts. Guests enjoy the relaxing garden and free WiFi in rooms. Explore the Lledr Valley or rent bikes on-site to discover the scenic Welsh countryside.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Four Poster Room – Mountain View (Room 2) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Four Poster Room – Mountain View (Room 2)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 119 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View ( Room 10) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View ( Room 10)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room – Mountain View (Room 4) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room – Mountain View (Room 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Champagne service
  • 149 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub (Room 1) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub (Room 1)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub (Room 14) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Bathtub (Room 14)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View ( with Shower Room 6) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View ( with Shower Room 6)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Champagne service
  • 167 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite ( Room 12) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite ( Room 12)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Champagne service
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Dolwyddelan, Elen's Castle Hotel is in the mountains and in a national park. Dolwyddelan Castle and Yr Wyddfa are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lledr Valley and Llechwedd Slate Caverns. Don't miss out on a visit to Zip World Llechwedd. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining, rock climbing, and horse riding.
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Dolwyddelan, Snowdonia, Dolwyddelan, Wales, LL25 0EJ

What's nearby

  • Dolwyddelan Castle - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Llechwedd Slate Caverns - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Eryri National Park Visitor Centre - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Gwydyr Forest - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Swallow Falls - 14 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dolwyddelan Station - 7 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stables - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hangin' Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Alpine Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Chillies - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Elen's Castle Hotel

Inn near Lledr Valley
Located close to Dolwyddelan Castle and Moel Siabod, Elen's Castle Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this inn. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Siabod, serves dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an electric car charging station, and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Access to a nearby health club, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 24-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, cribs/infant beds, and electric kettles

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 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Siabod

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Crib (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1780
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

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 available for GBP 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per stay

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Elen's Castle Hotel Betws-y-Coed
Elen's Castle Betws-y-Coed
Elen's Castle Hotel Conwy
Elen's Castle Conwy
Elen's Castle Hotel Dolwyddelan
Elen's Castle Dolwyddelan
Elen's Castle
Elen's Castle Hotel Inn
Elen's Castle Hotel Dolwyddelan
Elen's Castle Hotel Inn Dolwyddelan

Frequently asked questions

Is Elen's Castle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Elen's Castle Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Elen's Castle Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Elen's Castle Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Elen's Castle Hotel located?

Situated in a national park, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lledr Valley and Dolwyddelan Castle. Llechwedd Slate Caverns and Zip World Llechwedd are also within 6 mi (10 km). Dolwyddelan Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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