Caer Menai Guest House

Caer Menai is a four-star guest house in a listed Georgian building dating from 1823, set within the medieval town walls of Caernarfon, a stone’s throw from the castle and harbour. Family-run and welcoming, it offers eight comfortable en-suite rooms and a freshly cooked breakfast in the heart of this historic royal town, at the gateway to Snowdonia and the Llŷn.

A Georgian guest house within Caernarfon’s town walls

This is a characterful, well-placed base steeped in history. The eight bedrooms are all en-suite, with Smart TVs, tea and coffee facilities and a small fridge with complimentary water and milk. A freshly cooked breakfast is served in the dining room, there is a guest lounge and free WiFi throughout, and a parking permit is provided — a real bonus in the centre of town.

History on the doorstep

Set inside the medieval town walls in a listed 1823 Georgian building, Caer Menai puts you within a short stroll of Caernarfon’s castle, harbour and railway. With its four-star Visit Wales grade and warm, family-run welcome, it is a comfortable and convenient base for exploring north-west Wales.

At a glance

• Eight en-suite bedrooms
• Listed 1823 Georgian building within the town walls
• Walking distance to the castle, harbour and railway
• Parking permit; free WiFi; cooked breakfast
• Four-star Visit Wales grade

Where it is

Caer Menai sits within the historic town walls of Caernarfon, crowned by its UNESCO World Heritage castle — Edward I’s mightiest fortress — with a walled old town of independent shops, pubs and good food behind it. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Snowdonia accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

Caernarfon is a wonderful base for north-west Wales. The mighty castle and the harbour are a short stroll from the door, and the Welsh Highland Railway steams from here into the heart of Snowdonia towards Beddgelert and Porthmadog. The Menai Strait offers boat trips and watersports, the western paths up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) start a short drive away, and the beaches of Anglesey and the Llŷn Peninsula are also within easy reach.

Who it suits

With its central, historic location and comfortable en-suite rooms, Caer Menai suits couples, families and walkers who want a characterful base in the heart of Caernarfon. Being able to walk to the castle, harbour and railway makes it especially good for exploring the town on foot, with Snowdonia and the coast close by.

Good to know

Being within the town walls, Caer Menai lets you leave the car and explore Caernarfon on foot, with the parking permit a real bonus in such a central spot. The freshly cooked breakfast and guest lounge add to the comfort. The listed Georgian building and the position within the town walls give it real character, and being family-run, the welcome is warm and personal. With the castle, harbour, railway and Snowdonia all close by, it is a brilliant base for exploring north-west Wales on foot and by car. You can enquire with the owner using the Contact Host button, or use the Book button on this page for live availability and instant booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

How close is the castle? A short stroll — Caer Menai is inside the historic town walls.

How many rooms are there? Eight en-suite bedrooms.

Is parking provided? Yes — a parking permit is supplied for guests.

Is breakfast included? Yes — a freshly cooked breakfast each morning.

What is nearby? Caernarfon Castle, the harbour, the Welsh Highland Railway and Snowdon.

Caer Menai is a characterful, central choice for a stay in Caernarfon. Use the Book button for live availability, or the Contact Host form to enquire with the owner directly.