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Basecamp Wales offers family-run hostel accommodation in Llanllyfni, on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and 30.3 km from Pen-Y-Pass and 8.2 km to the beach at Dinas Dinlle. Free WiFi is offered in public areas and free private parking is available on site. The staff, especially Tim. Property has been well maintained and very friendly staff as well.

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9.4
Superb
1,401 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Boasting a shared lounge, Base Camp Snowdonia, Gwersyll Cyntaf Eryri is situated in Betws-y-coed in the Clwyd region, 19 km from Snowdon and 25 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. The property is set 31 km from Llandudno Pier, 36 km from Bodelwyddan Castle and 36 km from Portmeirion. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Bodnant Garden is 20 km from the hostel, while Bangor Cathedral is 34 km from the property. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 120 km away. This is a great value, clean and tidy hostel in Betws y Coed, with helpful friendly staff and great facilities. Highly recommend!

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9.2
Superb
248 reviews
Price from
US$50
per night

Boasting barbecue facilities, James John Hamilton House and backpacker hostel offers accommodation in Fishguard, 45 km from Folly Farm and 22 km from Roch Castle. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 25 km from St David's Cathedral. Super comfy and very helpful own.

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9.1
Superb
288 reviews
Price from
US$96
per night

Situated in Betws-y-coed, 20 km from Snowdon, Woodlands Centre features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is around 26 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway, 32 km from Llandudno Pier and 36 km from Portmeirion. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available.

The hostel provides some rooms that have garden views, and rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower. Amazing location close to restaurants and beautiful walks close by. The buses to Snowdonia are within a 5 minute walk of the hostel as well which was great! The common areas were spacious, a large kitchen to use, showers had hot water and the beds were wooden so there was no squeaking. The staff were lovely and gave us advice for our trip - would stay here again next time we’re back!

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9.1
Superb
306 reviews
Price from
US$43
per night

Set in Betws-y-coed, 11 km from Snowdon, The Rocks at Plas Curig Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. The property is allergy-free and is situated 17 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. This place was a pleasant surprise. Nick at the desk is great - awesome personality. Michael gave me some suggestions on where to visit next. Bunks are very comfy & cozy & there is plenty of room to sit up!, which is rare. Privacy curtains are great. Two pillows - I love that. There is a cafe so close - see photo (circled. Location is great - right across from a nature walk. A very very nice stay & I even extended another night. Book direct. A quick bus ride to Betws-y-Coed for more natural parks. I would definitely stay here again.

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9.2
Superb
311 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

Set in Llanberis, 7 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway, Lodge Dinorwig Hostel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hostel is within 40 km of Portmeirion and 44 km of Llandudno Pier. The property is non-smoking and is situated 13 km from Snowdon. I loved the location and also everything about it. Though it's a mixed dormitory, as a solo female traveller I felt safe. Bathrooms and Dormitory were clean. Breakfast was very delicious! I would love to come back again with friends. Host/ staff were very helpful and friendly. They gave me directions to reach and also local Taxi numbers to reach their place. Though its bit far from the town, I enjoyed the walk back down to the Llanberis.

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9.7
Exceptional
385 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

The majority of rooms contain bunk beds, whilst there is a TV lounge for guests to relax in, and a games room to enjoy. A buffet breakfast is available in the morning, and there is free private parking on site. Beautiful location, great facilities, lovely staff

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9
Superb
304 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Set 40 km from Chester Racecourse, Llangollen Hostel - Book the Room - Self Catering facilities offers 4-star accommodation in Llangollen and has a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The room was exceptionally good value and convenient to reach near the centre of Llangollen. Everywhere was clean. Jamie was a superb host, friendly and helpful throughout. Would love to stay again.

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9.4
Superb
396 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

Located within 35 km of Bristol Parkway Station, YHA St Briavels Castle in Saint Briavels features a number of amenities including a garden, a shared lounge and a bar. The property is around 41 km from Cabot Circus, 41 km from Clifton and 42 km from Bristol Temple Meads Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Kingsholm Stadium.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The castle! The fact that you actually live somewhere 800 years old! It also has all the authentic parts preserved in a nice harmony with renovation. Good breakfast, lovely person who was serving it, very helpful and communicative. It's a shame there are no other meals. I do recommend my friends to go stay there!

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9
Superb
28 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Llety Glyndwr - Bunkhouse features free WiFi and views of mountain in Trawsfynydd. The property is around 18 km from Portmeirion, 40 km from Snowdon and 46 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and an ATM for guests.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The property is located in the center of Trawsfynydd village. It's clean, comfortable, and offers good amenities. The plus is that there's a supermarket downstairs where you can check in and buy breakfast items.

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9.2
Superb
78 reviews
Price from
US$93
per night

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