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Elen's Castle Hotel

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A stone building with ivy, flower boxes, and outdoor seating. - Elen's Castle Hotel (Dolwyddelan)
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A bar area with a stone wall, copper pots, and bottles of wine. - Elen's Castle Hotel (Dolwyddelan)
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A traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a small table. - Elen's Castle Hotel (Dolwyddelan)
Located close to Lledr Valley and Dolwyddelan Castle, Elen's Castle Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this inn. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Siabod, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a canopy, a nightstand with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

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

  • Garden view
  • 167 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, each with white bedding and red pillows. There is a wooden nightstand with a red lamp between the beds. The walls have a floral wallpaper pattern, and there are two wall-mounted light fixtures.

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

  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, and a tapestry on the wall.

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

  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a small table.

Four Poster Room – Mountain View (Room 2)

  • Mountain view
  • 119 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden dresser, a mirror, a television mounted on the wall, two black chairs, and a large window with curtains.

Double Room – Mountain View (Room 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 149 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a radiator.

Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View ( Room 10)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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 hiking/biking trails, mountain climbing, and ziplining. Visit our Dolwyddelan travel guide
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Dolwyddelan, Snowdonia, Dolwyddelan, Wales, LL25 0EJ

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with a lake and a winding path.
    Eryri National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A river flowing through a forest with autumn-colored trees.
    Lledr Valley
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dolwyddelan Castle
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Llechwedd Slate Caverns
    9 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Zip World Llechwedd
    9 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Pont-y-Pair Inn
    9 min drive
  • Hangin' Pizzeria
    8 min drive
  • Gwydyr Hotel Bistro
    8 min drive
  • The Grill Room
    9 min drive
  • Tŷ Hyll Ugly House
    13 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 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

  • Built in 1780
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets 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
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Elen's Castle Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Elen's Castle Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a little dated, however, it was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent. The hotel is on a quiet road which is great for a good nights sleep. The location is great for getting out and about to visit all the North Wales landmarks we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly the best place I’ve stayed! The owner is a a great man, helpful, kind, a wonderful person and area is clean. We had a wonderful stay would stay again! Breakfast delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We had a lovely stay, the hosts were very helpful and informative if places to visit. Breakfast was lovely and nothing was a bother
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Nice staff and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, great food and easy parking. Owners and staff very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good location to explore snowdonia
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Accommodation with Great Service.

Really good service from the moment we arrived. Offered to dry our soggy clothes from a snowdon trip and also kept the bar open as long as we wanted on the night. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, Good enough to stay for 5 days.Welcoming,lovely people at the hotel.The weather is the issue.it has been raining on and off.We are thankful for the good service.Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Poor staff customer service and no hot weater when we stayed, staff were argumentative rather than wanting to help
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem or Duster Required

Hidden in the heart of Snowdonia, Elen’s Castle Hotel promises adventure, stunning views, and a warm welcome… but is it worth your pot o’ gold? 🍀 We Travelling Leprechauns checked in for a night, ready for a magical stay. Here’s what we found: ✅ Location – GOLD COIN! A dream spot for hikers & adventurers! ✅ Staff – GOLD COIN! Friendlier than a pub on St. Paddy’s Day! ✅ Facilities – GOLD COIN! Cosy, charming, and full o’ character! ✅ Comfort – GOLD COIN! Slept like a leprechaun on a pile o’ gold! Cleanliness – OH DEAR… Dust be gatherin’ like it’s settlin’ in for winter! £125 a night – Worth it or too dear for what ye get? Would we stay again? Aye, but we’d pack a feather duster next time! Check our utube channel out to see why “ The Travelling Leprechauns “
Comfy double bed
Wash hand basin in the room
Horror
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique rooms, good breakfast, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and great hosts!! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional Place to stay with stunning surrounded Area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place and lovely hosts, looked after us well (we were the only people staying there) and were always on hand to answer our questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop for a couple of days. Very friendly and helpful. Great cask ale.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Convenient

The hotel's location is convenient for us to stay. I particularly like the bar & restaurant.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was dirty and full of dogs running around barking all night we had no sleep 😴 plus they had a power cut on nye at 4pm so couldn’t get ready or do my hair come back just before midnight to no champagne as promised and no fireworks it was a shambles
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very pleasant stay. Helen was very helpful and the food was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
You’re welcome that you receive isn’t the friendliest the rooms are very dated but that’s fine but we stayed above the kitchen and all we heard till 11-12 at night was banging of doors and load talking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect place to stay

Elen’s Castle Hotel proved to be the perfect place for a few days away in Wales. The Hotel was clean, tidy, Covid safe, welcoming and comfortable. The staff were very friendly! The food from the restaurant was amazing! There was a good choice and between us, a family of four and we ate there both nights we were there, every course was perfect! We will definitely be back - thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Adequate but tired decor, with exception to the dining room which has been freshened up
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful view

overall stay was good... beautiful view and clean room.. very small for price but overall good experience....
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good location, lovely food (breakfast and evening meal), friendly and helpful staff. Had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very enjoyable stay. With welcoming Hosts.

Really enjoy our stay. My dad and I really enjoyed ourselves and was very impressed with how well the hotel was ran, especially with COVID 19. Great staff who were very welcoming and we will definitely stay here again. All round great hotel and very greatful for the information given about climbing snowdon. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely views and location. Hotel itself very dated and cramped (bathroom). Nice breakfast, but dinner not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020