Betws-y-Coed

In a nutshell. Bustling mountain resort at the gateway to Snowdonia.

Who says that Wales is closed on Sundays? Go to Betws-y-Coed on any Sunday of the year (December included) and you’ll find a place well and truly open for business. It’s not just the busy shops, selling everything from outdoor gear to quality crafts, which attract visitors. Betws came into being in the first place thanks to the early Victorian travellers who relished its beautiful wooded setting at the convergence of four rushing rivers. And it’s this location, largely unchanged since those times, that’s the real magnet.

Betws itself, of course, has changed. It’s a full-on mountain resort with all kinds of attractions and activities. Take to the trees with friends and family at Zip World Fforest to tackle ropes, nets and swings strung through the canopy. There’s also the Fforest Coaster toboggan run and the new Plummet 2, a pulse-pounding 100ft/30m drop through a trapdoor that’s the closest things to freefall this side of an aeroplane.

For more woodland forays you can go walking, riding and mountain biking in the glades of the Gwydir Forest. Other outdoor activities include canyoning and scrambling – and if you want subterranean adrenaline thrills there are these too, at nearby Go Below Underground Adventure.

In former mines deep beneath Snowdonia, you’ll discover a world of deep blue lakes, zip wires, bridges, ladders and abseils. It’s an assault course like no other.
Betws is the perfect launch-pad for exploring Snowdonia. One of your first stops should be the Snowdonia National Park Information Centre, a fount of knowledge on things to see and do locally. There’s also a spectacular introductory film featuring high-altitude drone footage and a virtual summit that recreates the 360-degree views from Snowdon’s peak

It’s easy to ditch the car and hop on a Snowdon Sherpa bus for an eco-friendly tour.

You’re soon into dramatic countryside. Tumbling Swallow Falls, one of Wales’s most celebrated beauty spots, is close by. And don’t miss Tŷ Hyll, the strange ‘ugly house’ built of massive, mis-shapen boulders.

Rail enthusiasts love Conwy Valley Railway Museum, located right next to the main station. Climb aboard a miniature steam train for an eight-minute trip through landscaped grounds, visit a museum full of fascinating railway artefacts and browse the huge collection of model trains in the shop.

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The Swallow Falls Inn

Address

Betws Y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0DW

Telephone
01690 933104

A traditional coaching inn two miles from the Alpine-esque village of Betws-y-coed, The Swallow Falls Inn is a charming pub with rooms offering relaxed dining and comfortable stays within Gwydyr forest, where you’ll fit right inn.
Maes-y-Garth

Address

Lon Muriau, Llanrwst Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0HD

Telephone
01690 710441

welcome@maes-y-garth.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Found on the slopes of the Conwy Valley, with beautiful views of Snowdonia, Maes-y-Garth is a five Star B&B in Betws-y-Coed.
Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel

Address

The Riverside Hotel, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AS

Telephone
01690 710293

info@snowdoniahotel.com

Betws-y-Coed

A 4 star Gold award winning Country House Hotel with a Two Rosette restaurant. The hotel is set in a much admired and envied position down a long private driveway on the banks of the River Conwy at the edge of Betws-y-Coed in Snowdonia.
Conwy Falls

Address

Pentrefoelas Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0PN

Telephone
01690 710336

info@conwyfalls.com

Betws-y-Coed

Walks through 9.5 acres of native forest to the spectacular Conwy Falls waterfall. Access is via the grounds of the Conwy Falls Café, designed in the 1930s by well known local designer, Clough Williams-Ellis and serving delicious snacks and meals.
Tŷ Hyll / The Ugly House

Address

Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0DS

Telephone
07511534282

jmdavies63@yahoo.com

Betws-y-Coed

The Snowdonia Society looks after The Ugly House. Who built the house, and when, remains a mystery. Home to a fabulous tearoom with a natural garden cared for by a group of volunteers.
St Curig's Church

Address

Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0EL

Telephone
07980 619139

alice@alicedouglas.com

Betws-y-Coed

St Curig’s Church is located in Capel Curig, a beautiful village in the mountains of North Wales in the Snowdonia National Park.
Gwydir Forest Park

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AA

Telephone
0300 0680300

Betws-y-Coed

A forest of lakes and mountains in the heart of Snowdonia. Gwydir Forest Park is home to a wide range of activities and wildlife.
Artworks 2 Celf

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AB

Telephone
01690 710807

david@artworks2.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

We are a not-for-profit organisation that aims to support local professional artists by displaying and selling their work through our galleries, websites and other exhibitions.
Llyn Parc Walk in the Gwydir Forest

Address

Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0BA

Betws-y-Coed

The walk follows an old miners' path, passing relics of Aberllyn Mine before arriving at Llyn Parc with lovely views of the Conwy Valley on the return route.
Tyn y Fron Country House

Address

Lon Muriau, Llanrwst Road, Betws-y-Coed , Conwy, LL24 0HD

Telephone
01690 710449

welcome@snowdoniabedandbreakfast.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Tyn y Fron is a 5-Star B&B in Betws-y-Coed. Known as ‘The gateway to Snowdonia’ Betws-y-Coed is a great base. With an acre of garden, Tyn y Fron is the perfect place to unwind.
Mountains & Lakes around Betws-y-Coed - Road Cycle Route

Address

Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AE

allmail@cyclingnorthwales.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

A short but strenuous ride of 13 miles (21 km) with magnificent views starting from Betws-y-Coed and leading through the villages of Llanrhychwyn and Trefriw and on to Llanrwst and returning to Betws-y-Coed.
Beics Betws

Address

Vicarage Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AD

Telephone
01690 710766

info@bikewales.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Beics Betws offers bike hire, guided bike rides and bike touring holidays. We have electric and standard hardtail, hybrid, adventure and touring bikes for hire.
Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant

Address

Penmachno, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL25 0HJ

Telephone
01766 510120

eryri@nationaltrust.org.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Today the Wybrnant valley is a quiet and remote place, yet it holds great significance to the history and culture of Wales.
Anna Davies

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AY

Telephone
01690 710292

info@annadavies.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Anna Davies has evolved into the largest independent retailer in the area. Now stocking a wide range of items including ladies' and men’s fashion, homeware and gifts.
Llyn Elsi Walk in the Gwydir Forest

Address

St Mary's Church, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AL

Betws-y-Coed

This walk starts from St Mary's Church in Gwydyr and climbs through woodland to reach the beautiful lake of Llyn Elsi with magnificent views to Moel Siabod and the Carneddau.
The Vagabond Bunkhouse

Address

Vessey House, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AW

Telephone
01690 710850

admin@thevagabond.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Situated in Betws-y-Coed, The Vagabond provides a base for exploring the beauty of Snowdonia.
Llanrwst and Beyond via Fairy Glen - Road Cycle Route

Address

Llanrwst, Conwy, LL26 0AD

allmail@cyclingnorthwales.co.uk

Llanrwst

This moderately hilly route of 15 miles (24 km) takes the rider through the villages of Betws-y-Coed, Penmachno, Capel Garmon, passing along the edge of the Fairy Glen gorge with superb mountain views.
Hendre Wen Holiday Cottage

Address

Rhoslan, Ffordd Gethin, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0BP

Telephone
01690 710369

stay@hendrewen-betwsycoed.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

Hendre Wen cottage is a modern detached three bedroom property located in Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonia.
Conwy Falls Café

Address

Pentrefoelas Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0PN

Telephone
01690 710336

Betws-y-Coed

The Conwy Falls Café was designed by Sir Clough William Ellis to compliment the architecture of Portmeirion. It is set in the Conwy Falls Forest Park which is nearly 10 acres of SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest).
Alpine Coffee Shop

Address

Station Approach, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AE

Telephone
01690 710747

info@alpinecoffeeshop.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed

The Alpine Coffee Shop and Gallery is one of North Wales’ most popular cafes. Situated on Betws-y-Coed railway station at the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, it is busy throughout the year.