Royal Oak National Park Hotel

A historic coaching inn at the heart of Betws-y-Coed

The Royal Oak Hotel is a handsome former coaching inn right in the centre of Betws-y-Coed, on the historic A5 through Snowdonia (Eryri). With its long history, characterful rooms and well-regarded dining, it is one of the village’s landmark places to stay — and an easy, comfortable base for exploring the national park, with the shops, cafés and station all on the doorstep. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 from more than 2,000 reviews on Booking.com, with the central location scoring a notably high 9.6 and the staff 9.4.

The rooms

There is a wide choice of rooms to suit different parties and budgets, from Standard, Superior and Deluxe Doubles to a Deluxe King, a Standard Triple, a Family Room and a Deluxe Double with a bath, plus separate Lodge Double and Lodge Twin rooms. Wheelchair-accessible rooms are available too. Each room comes with tea- and coffee-making facilities, there is room service, and the whole hotel is non-smoking. It is a genuine hotel with the character of an old inn, which gives it a warmth that the modern comforts complement nicely.

Food, drink and the practical bits

Dining is a real feature here. The Grill Room serves modern dishes with an emphasis on local produce, and the Llugwy River Restaurant opens at weekends (Friday to Sunday), with a comfortable bar to relax in as well — so you are well looked after in the evenings without leaving the building. There is free WiFi throughout and free on-site parking, though spaces are limited, so it is worth arriving in good time. The central setting means the famous Pont-y-Pair bridge, the village’s outdoor shops and the railway station are all just a short stroll away.

Betws-y-Coed and Snowdonia

Betws-y-Coed is the popular gateway village to Snowdonia, set in wooded countryside where three rivers meet on the edge of the Gwydir Forest. From the Royal Oak you are perfectly placed for the best of the national park: the famous Swallow Falls are a short way up the valley, the climbing village of Capel Curig and the high peaks around Snowdon lie to the west, and the forest trails and mountain railways are all within easy reach. The village’s well-known outdoor shops, among the best in Wales for walkers and climbers, are also right on the doorstep for any last-minute kit before you head into the hills. For more ideas on the area and other places to stay, see our Betws-y-Coed accommodation guide.

At a glance

• Historic former coaching inn in the heart of Betws-y-Coed
• Rated 8.5/10 from over 2,000 reviews (location 9.6)
• Two restaurants — the Grill Room and the Llugwy River Restaurant — plus a bar
• Wide range of rooms, including Lodge rooms and accessible rooms
• Free WiFi and free on-site parking (limited spaces)
• A short walk from the village shops, Pont-y-Pair and the station

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there somewhere to eat on site? Yes — the Grill Room, the weekend Llugwy River Restaurant and a bar.

How central is it? Very — it is right in the heart of Betws-y-Coed, a short walk from the shops and the station.

Is there parking? Yes, free on-site parking, though spaces are limited; free WiFi is provided throughout.

Are accessible rooms available? Yes, wheelchair-accessible rooms can be booked.

Are dogs allowed? No, dogs are not accepted in the accommodation, and the hotel is non-smoking.

Book your stay at the Royal Oak Hotel

Full of character, well placed for the village and the mountains, and with its own restaurants and bar, the Royal Oak is a classic Snowdonia base. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.