Caerwylan Hotel
Beach Bank, Criccieth LL52 0HW Wales
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Visit Wales 2014 and 2015 Gold Award. The Caerwylan Hotel probably enjoys some of the best coastal views in North Wales. We are the ideal base to explore Snowdonia or the many beaches, steam railways, castles and attractions in this beautiful and relaxing corner of Wales. For walkers The Caerwylan is situated on the Wales Coast Path.Unwind in one of our contemporary en-suite bedrooms. Our sea facing Executive Bedrooms offer space and luxury, making them perfect for that special occasion. After a day of exploring let our Chefs prepare you a relaxing dinner in our stylish Tonnau Restaurant. Most of our food is sourced from, local suppliers.Our contemporary bar serves a range of local beers plus the traditional lagers, spirits and a varied selection of wines. TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award 2012, 2013 & 2014
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Property amenities
Paid public parking nearby
Street parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Hiking
Fishing
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
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Telephone
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, Afrikaans
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86Good for walkers
Grade: 86 out of 100
21Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
11Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
Beach Bank, Criccieth LL52 0HW Wales
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Another perfect stay at our favourite hotel. The hotel was closing for the season and we were the last guests, however as usual, nothing was too much trouble and all menu choices were available at dinner and breakfast. Really enjoyed this late break and we can’t wait to return next year. Thank you Michael, Francis, Laura, Amber, Chris and Dom for looking after us so well x
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Caerwylan Hotel in Criccieth, North Wales has to be one of the best hotels, if not the best I’ve stayed in.. I used to stay here with my late wife who, sadly passed away last New Year so my visit wasn’t going to be easy! This hotel comes with every detail and if I tried to find the slightest fault, I couldn’t. The whole hotel, from the brilliant attentive staff to the furnishings and decor are first class in every way. There are wonderful sea views from the lounge and some bedrooms. The hotel closes in December and January but if you get the opportunity to stay then you won’t be disappointed.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Parking is available along the promenade with a few steps up to the hotel, the road at the front...
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This was our fifth stay at The Caerwylan. The Hotel is absolutely superb by any measure that you might want to apply. The rooms are very comfortable and well supplied with toiletries etc; the views are spectacular; the restaurant is excellent with super breakfast options and a very good range of choices for evening dining. Most important of all, the staff at the Hotel are exceptional; each and every one of them work really hard to ensure the comfort of the guests. We will certainly be returning for further stays at The Caerwylan in the lovely little town of Criccieth.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Beautiful room with a superb view. Immaculately clean. All the staff were super helpful and a delight to deal with. In summary, all the best things you hope for in a hotel stay. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your high praise and great review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Michael and Frances
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The Caerwylan is consistently first class. . From booking in, to leaving, the staff are polite, friendly and helpful. It is said that staff maketh a business, and it is certainly true here. We stayed in an Executive room, and if you can, you must. The room is fabulous, very clean and welcoming, but the view, and waking up and dropping off to the sounds of the sea is amazing. Breakfast and evening meals are of excellent quality and beautifully presented, in a very pleasant dining room. The bar is very well stocked and reasonably priced. All-in-all, a wonderful stay, where we were very well looked after. We have stayed a number of times, and this stay certainly won’t be our last.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful review! We will be sure to pass on the compliments to all the staff and we can't wait to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Michael and Frances.
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This was our second November stay for dinner, bed and breakfast, and we have now added a summer booking for dinner as a birthday treat. We have been Criccieth fans for decades and to have found a place of real comfort, where the windows offer the best view of the Bay from the train tracks behind Dylan’s across to the Castle and the Blue China, the food is of dependably high quality at supper and breakfast, and the service is respectful, fun and friendly, has been a real extra to our love of this part of Wales.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 2 weeks ago
We are delighted to hear that you have enjoyed your stay with us and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful. We are glad to hear that you love our town so much and we cannot wait to welcome you back again next year. Kind regards, Michael and Frances.
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Always feel welcomed on our return visits to this hotel helped by the friendly staff. Dom was there to greet us on arrival and good to see Laura, Amber and Carys. The food was enjoyable as usual with enough selection for even the hardest to please guest at both breakfast and dinner. We enjoyed s relaxing break in an executive room waking up to the sound of the waves and just enjoying the ever changing sea. We’d also booked parking albeit not essential in October.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you very much for leaving us such a great review! We really do appreciate it. We hope that you had a wonderful birthday with us and we will be sure to pass on your compliments to Dom, Laura, Amber and Carys. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Michael and Frances
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I would struggle to suggest any improvements at the Caerwylan Hotel. The staff are conscientious, polite, helpful and friendly without being OTT. Our superior room had a wonderful sea, castle and mountain view and we were put in a quiet location as requested. It was clean, spacious with a comfortable bed, and relaxing in a hot bath listening to the waves was the ultimate in relaxation. The restaurant food was exceptional in all respects both at breakfast and dinner with lots of choice. At checkout, our bill was pinpoint accurate. Gutted to leave. Thank you so much for a wonderful 4 nights.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: We parked on the roadside below the hotel which was easy in October. Maybe more difficult in...
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you very much for your kind words and for leaving us a 5-star review! We are glad to hear that we were able to make the 4 nights you spent with us a memorable one and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind regards, Michael and Frances.
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PeteNorthamptonUK wrote a review Oct 2023
Northamptonshire, United Kingdom6 contributions11 helpful votes
We recently stayed here for 4 nights which is now our 5th time at this hotel. Once again we pre-booked room 16 because of the views of the castle and Criccieth bay. It is a little more expensive than the standard rooms, but the views are worth it. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted in reception by a young lady who was very polite, courteous and very professional. As I said we had pre-booked the rooms which are located on the 1st floor and there is a lift to all floors, albeit a small one. As expected the room was spotlessly clean, with fresh fruit and water both still and sparkling available. There is also a good selection of tea and coffee. The bathroom was spotless and fully equipped with complimentary shampoo and shower gel, and soft fluffy towels which were changed each day if required. Located in the wardrobe were complimentary bath robes. The king size bed was so comfortable, possibly the best I have slept on, so a good night’s sleep was had each night. The breakfast was cooked fresh to order, (I highly recommend the full Welsh), there is also good selection of fresh fruit, juices and yogurts available. We ate in the restaurant each evening, and although the menu was small, the food was delicious and cooked to perfection. I recommend the fillet steak. There is a bar area with a vast drinks menu, and also draught beers, all served promptly and delivered to your table. This hotel is perfect as a base if you want to go off exploring the local area, or like us if you just want a relaxing stay doing nothing but reading, eating and the occasional walk up the hill and partake in an ice cream from the famous Cadwaladers. The only downside is parking in front of the hotel is limited, but there are spaces available free of charge on the service road which runs in front of the hotel. As I said it is our 5th time at this hotel, and I would like to personally thank Dominic, Amber, Laura and the team for making our stay a great one. See you all again next April.…
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: There is a drying room with iron and ironing board available on request.
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review!! It was wonderful to welcome you and your family back with us again and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us again. We will be sure to pass on all of your compliments to the rest of the staff and we cannot wait to welcome you all back agin in April! Kind regards, Michael and Frances.
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We enjoyed our four-day stay at the Caerwylan. The view from our front room with the bay window was spectacular, day and night. Our room was comfortable and we enjoyed just hanging out there. Breakfast was good. Staff were friendly. There are two things that the hotel needs to improve on. Firstly, to give people with coeliac condition a comfortable time, they should mark up the menus with information about gluten and not just rely on the staff to remember. Because their memory proved unreliable. Secondly, and a smaller point, if making a king-sized bed from two singles, the two beds need to be securely attached.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Royal Sportsman Hotel, Owner at Caerwylan Hotel
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel. There is nothing better than waking up to the sound of the waves and a spectacular view! We would like to offer our deepest apologies for the Tikka Skewers you received whilst dining with us. As it is no excuse our manufacturers did change the ingredients for our Skewers which have now been changed on our menu to consume Gluten. We appreciate all feedback from our guests and I will definitely speak to our housekeeping team in regards to your bed. We definitely hope to see you again to show you exactly what the Caerwylan is made of. Kind Regards Michael and Frances
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PRICE RANGE
US$173 - US$242 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomWalesNorth WalesGwyneddCriccieth
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Caerwylan Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Caerwylan Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Criccieth Beach (0.03 miles), Criccieth Castle (0.2 miles), and Criccieth Lifeboat Station (0.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Caerwylan Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Caerwylan Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Caerwylan Hotel?
Yes, paid public parking nearby and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Caerwylan Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tonnau Restaurant, No. 46 Coffee Shop, and Poachers Restaurant.
Is Caerwylan Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.05 miles away from the centre of Criccieth.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Caerwylan Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Afrikaans.
Are there any historical sites close to Caerwylan Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Porthmadog Eisteddfod Stone Circle (4.1 miles).
Does Caerwylan Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.
Is Caerwylan Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.