- Garden
- Free WiFi
- Private bathroom
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Facilities for disabled guests
About this property
Placed at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), the YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass is surrounded by stunning Welsh landscape in a rural location, with no mobile phone signal - offering guests a break from technology. WiFi is offered in public areas. Tasty food including a freshly cooked breakfast is on offer in the comfortable dining area. At over 360 metres above sea level, this former mountain lodge is ideally located for trails up Snowdon. Guests can also enjoy treks exploring the Snowdonia National Park and its many hills and mountains. There is a dining room, and a kitchen for self-catering guests. The YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass also has its own bar and restaurant. The town of Caernarfon with its famous Castle and the picturesque Welsh coastline can be reached in 20 minutes by car. The popular Snowdon Mountain Railway is found in Llanberis, just a 10-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
Availability
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Serena
United Kingdom“Being right at the foot of Snowdon, location couldn't be better. Dorm rooms were great, well built in the renovation, so you couldn't hear much noise from aroujnd the hostel. Kitchen facilities good although a shortage of mugs.” - Scott United Kingdom“Great place, very friendly and nice restaurant, bar etc.”
- Ottilia
Japan“The location is gorgeous, and the staff were friendly and very accommodating when we requested to add a person to the group, which they did at no extra cost. This was hugely appreciated! The food was very good and the bar was open late, which was...” - Nick United Kingdom“Second time staying here. Location couldn't be better for exploring Yr Wyddfra and Eryri. Food in the evening was fine. Beds comfortable. Toilets tended to get messy and smelly very quickly with paper all over the floor.”
- Abhishek
India“The location could not have been any better. The staff was kind and the hostel was clean. Drying room was excellent, helped a lot with all the rain around.” - Dave United Kingdom“Great (remote) location for climbing Snowden from the east side. Hostel also has a cafe & bar and does dinner. Great breakfast also. Friendly staff. Good value.”
- Sarah United Kingdom“Incredibly beautiful location, easy to get to by bus, the property had everything we needed for a 2 night stay.”
- Prashant United Kingdom“Location is exceptional, you will stay in the middle of the mountains, and all the popular hiking routes to Snowdon start from there”
- Kelly United Kingdom“The beds were comfy, the rooms were warm and large, so we were all together. It was right at the base of snowdon, which is why we were there. The price of the breakfast was high considering we didn’t eat that much but needed a little something...”
- Chris United Kingdom“Friendly and helpful staff Great location Good food”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Pen y Pass Café and Bar
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.
Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.
Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with a matching name and address at check-in.
Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.
Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.
Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.
This hostel has no parking. Please see facilities about parking options.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
