The Gladstone Seaside Inn

A Traditional Welsh Inn between the Mountains and the Sea

The Gladstone is a much-loved traditional pub with rooms at Dwygyfylchi, near Penmaenmawr and Conwy, in one of the most striking settings on the North Wales coast. Tucked between the mountains and the sea, with a garden terrace looking out over Llandudno Bay and the Irish Sea, it offers character-filled rooms above a proper, welcoming bar — a relaxed and dog-friendly base for exploring both the coast and the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia).

The inn

The Gladstone combines comfortable, character-filled accommodation with a genuine local pub atmosphere. Downstairs you will find a well-stocked bar serving cask ales, draught lagers, ciders, wines and spirits — it takes its beer seriously enough to run a CAMRA discount scheme — alongside a restaurant serving good food. It is the kind of place where you can come in from a walk, settle by the bar and enjoy a meal without going anywhere else. Dogs are welcome too, making it a firm favourite with walkers.

The setting

The real showstopper is the view. From the garden terrace you look out over Llandudno Bay and the Irish Sea, with the mountains rising behind — a wonderful spot for a drink on a fine evening. The inn sits just off the A55 at junction 15, so it is genuinely easy to reach, yet it feels a world away from the main road once you are settled in. It is an ideal pairing of convenience and scenery.

At a glance

• Traditional pub with rooms at Dwygyfylchi, near Penmaenmawr
• Character-filled rooms above a welcoming bar and restaurant
• Garden terrace with views over Llandudno Bay and the Irish Sea
• Cask ales and a CAMRA discount scheme; good pub food
• Dog-friendly; just off the A55 (junction 15)

Dwygyfylchi and the Sychnant Pass

Dwygyfylchi sits in a beautiful spot beneath the mountains near Penmaenmawr, at the foot of the scenic Sychnant Pass — a dramatic, winding road over the hills between the coast and Conwy, popular with walkers and wild ponies alike. The village is well placed on the coast between Conwy and Llanfairfechan, with the Wales Coast Path and the open hills of Conwy Mountain right on the doorstep. For more on the area and other places to stay, see our guide to Penmaenmawr accommodation.

Exploring the area

The Gladstone makes a superb base for North Wales. The medieval walled town of Conwy, with its UNESCO World Heritage castle and quay, is just along the coast, as is the grand Victorian resort of Llandudno with its promenade and the Great Orme. Inland, the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of Snowdonia begin within a short drive, and adventure attractions such as Zip World and the Penrhyn Quarry zip lines are within easy reach. Whether your day calls for a beach, a castle or a mountain, it all starts from here.

Good to know

A traditional inn with rooms suits a particular kind of holiday — one where the pub downstairs is part of the appeal rather than something to escape. After a day on the hills or the coast, there is real pleasure in coming back to a proper bar, a good meal and a comfortable room all in one place, with no need to drive out for dinner. The dog-friendly welcome makes it a natural choice for walkers, and the easy access from the A55 means it works equally well as a relaxed weekend base or a comfortable overnight stop on a longer tour of North Wales. Booking ahead is wise in the busier summer and bank-holiday periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of place is it? A traditional pub with rooms, with a bar and restaurant downstairs.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, the inn is dog-friendly.

Are there views? Yes — the garden terrace looks out over Llandudno Bay and the Irish Sea.

Where is it? At Dwygyfylchi near Penmaenmawr and Conwy, just off the A55.

Plan your North Wales stay

For a characterful, dog-friendly inn with great views and good food between the mountains and the sea, The Gladstone is a lovely choice. To check dates and availability, use the booking options on this page.