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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. Nice place, clean room. Big and well equipped shared kitchen. The staff is very friendly. There are also some lamas and the kids were happy to feed them.

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9.4
Superb
1,400 reviews
Price from
US$44
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. Location, beds, cleanliness, great facilities and friendly staff.

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9.2
Superb
251 reviews
Price from
US$40
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. Such a lovely place to stay and Steve was such a gent. Had everything we needed and was very clean and tidy. The building is gorgeous. Steve really cares about his guests and myself, husband and pup got a lovely warm welcome.

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9.1
Superb
285 reviews
Price from
US$95
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. Great location staff and town.

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9
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
310 reviews
Price from
US$54
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. Everything was excellent. Sonni is super attentive and friendly. I recommend dining here, it was delicious and at an unbeatable price. If I return to the area I would defo stay here again without hesitation. Thanks!!

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9.7
Exceptional
386 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Located in Caernarfon and within 13 km of Snowdon Mountain Railway, Totters Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 19 km from Snowdon, 36 km from Portmeirion and 47 km from Llandudno Pier. The hostel has family rooms. Excellent location, and great help from owner. The place has a great view. Very close to the castle.

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9.4
Superb
713 reviews
Price from
US$93
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. Everything else was perfect. Staff, facilities value for money and a decent breakfast too. Looking forward to revisiting in the summer

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9
Superb
303 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 accommodation was amazing,the size of the room and the en-suite bathroom was great. The view was something to die for and the staff was brilliant! Plenty of communication beforehand and throughout with handy tips for parking and all the information you'd need. Beds were comfy,extra blankets under the beds too. Location is perfect, 2 mins walk from main street,parking just outside the back gate,playground,aldi is 5 min walk.

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9.4
Superb
393 reviews
Price from
US$61
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
29 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

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