The Boathouse Hotel, Holyhead

A Seafront Hotel on Newry Beach, Holyhead

The Boathouse Hotel is a friendly, family-run seafront hotel in Holyhead, set beside Newry Beach on the north shore of Holy Island, Anglesey. With seventeen en-suite rooms, a relaxed bar and bistro and a position right on the waterfront — many rooms looking out over the sea and Holyhead Mountain — it makes an easy, welcoming base whether you are catching the ferry to Ireland, walking the Anglesey coast, or simply settling in by the water for a few days. The ferry port is around four minutes away, so it is a particularly handy choice for travellers heading to or from Dublin.

Comfortable En-Suite Rooms

The hotel has seventeen bedrooms in a good mix of sizes — singles, doubles, twins and family rooms — so there is something to suit solo travellers, couples and families alike. The rooms have been newly decorated and refurnished, and each is en-suite with a television and tea and coffee making facilities. Many enjoy fabulous views over the sea and across to Holyhead Mountain, and the whole hotel is family-friendly and dog-friendly, so well-behaved pets are welcome too. Free Wi-Fi runs throughout, and the owners have invested in solar panels, a new heating system and low-energy lighting as part of a genuine effort to run the hotel more sustainably.

Bar and Bistro

At the heart of the Boathouse is its bar and bistro, serving good, honest home-cooked food to residents and visitors alike. The menu runs from familiar pub favourites and homemade pies to Mediterranean dishes and the hotel’s well-known speciality lasagnes, with fresh, responsibly sourced fish a particular point of pride. There is a wide choice of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options, plus lighter bites for smaller appetites. With its waterside setting and friendly team, it is an easy place to eat in of an evening without heading back out, and the hotel can also host functions, parties and buffets.

At a Glance

• Family-run seafront hotel on Newry Beach, Holyhead
• Seventeen en-suite rooms — singles, doubles, twins and family rooms
• Many rooms with views over the sea and Holyhead Mountain
• Bar and bistro serving home-cooked food, fresh fish and vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes
• Dog-friendly and family-friendly, with free Wi-Fi throughout
• About four minutes from the ferry port for sailings to Ireland

Newry Beach and Holyhead

Newry Beach is one of the most pleasant corners of Holyhead, a sheltered stretch of shingle and sand looking out across the harbour, with the great Victorian breakwater — the longest in the United Kingdom — curving out to sea beyond. The Holyhead Maritime Museum sits a short stroll along the front, and the marina and town centre are close at hand. As a busy ferry port, Holyhead is the main gateway between North Wales and Ireland, and the Boathouse’s position just minutes from the terminal makes it an ideal overnight stop either side of a crossing.

Exploring Holy Island and Anglesey

There is far more to Holy Island than the port. Rising behind the town, Holyhead Mountain (Mynydd Twr) is the highest point on Anglesey, crowned by an ancient hillfort and rewarding walkers with vast views over the Irish Sea. The dramatic sea cliffs and lighthouse at South Stack, an RSPB reserve famous for its seabirds, lie just to the west, while Breakwater Country Park and the Anglesey Coastal Path offer miles of fine walking straight from the door. The sandy bays of Trearddur Bay are a short drive away, and the wider island — Beaumaris, the beaches of the east coast and the bridges over the Menai Strait — is all within easy reach.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of place is it? A family-run seafront hotel on Newry Beach in Holyhead, with seventeen en-suite rooms, a bar and a bistro.

Are there sea views? Yes — many of the rooms look out over the sea and across to Holyhead Mountain.

Is there food and drink? Yes — the bar and bistro serve home-cooked food, including fresh fish, pies and Mediterranean dishes, with vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Are dogs allowed? Yes — the hotel is dog-friendly, and it is family-friendly too.

Is it near the ferry? Yes — the ferry port is about four minutes away, making it a convenient stop for sailings to and from Ireland.

Book Your Holyhead Stay

For a relaxed, welcoming seafront hotel in Holyhead, with sea and mountain views, good home-cooked food and the ferry port just minutes away, the Boathouse Hotel is a comfortable and convenient base on Anglesey. Enquire directly using the form on this page, or check availability and book using the booking options shown.