Hostels in Dolwyddelan, Wales

2 hostels available. Prices start from $4.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Dolwyddelan

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Hostels in Dolwyddelan, Wales

2 hostels available. Prices start from $9.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Dolwyddelan (no more "I wish I knew this before")

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The small Welsh village of Dolwyddelan, Wales, is located in the Lledr Valley in the famous Snowdonia National Park. The name of the valley derives from the River Lledr, which is a major tributary of the River Conwy. Around four hundred people permanently live in the community. The community lies on the A470 between Blaenau Ffestiniog and Betws-y-Coed. There are also regular train links to bigger towns in Wales such as Cowny. The biggest local attraction is Dolwyddelan Castle, which is more than one-and-a-half kilometres west of the village centre. Llywelyn the Great, a prince of Gwynedd in north Wales, built this mountain stronghold in the thirteenth century. The region is very suitable for hikers. Numerous mountains are nearby such as Moel Siabod and Snowdown, the highest summit in England and Wales at just over a thousand metres high. Snowdonia National Park is a mountainous area.

The weather in the park changes quickly and therefore it is unpredictable. Waterproof clothing is recommend all year round. In the summer season, average daily maximum temperatures hovers around fourteen degrees Celsius.

In and around Dolwyddelan, you can find several hotels, guesthouses, holiday apartments, and options for a Dolwyddelan, Wales hostel. The best option to get around is by car, because some of the accommodations are not in the village centre and therefore not so comfortable to reach. The hostel is situated on the A470, a bit outside of the village centre. However, there is a bus stop nearby. This accommodation is open all year round and free parking is available. Your Dolwyddelan, Wales hostel can be busy not only in summer but also in winter. The region is a popular destination for winter sport enthusiasts. Keep that in mind and book your hostel in Dolwyddelan, Wales, in advance.

The biggest attraction of Snowdonia National Park is the nearby mountain Snowdon without a doubt. It is around thirty-five kilometers from Dolwyddelan to the west. It a very suitable destination for hikers, six paths lead up to the summit. If you are less passionate about hiking, you can also take the Snowdown Mountain Railway. The twin lakes near Cwm-y-Gio are also around thirty-five kilometers to the west and offer more than you think at first glance. Padarn Country Park has several attractions such as the museum Quarry Hospital. It was built in the mid-nineteenth century and houses a restored ward, operating theatre, and various hospital equipment from back then. The admission is free and it is close to the National Slate Museum, which tells visitors everything about the history of the slate industry and the way of life back then. History lovers have to visit Dolwyddelan Castle. This historic fortress from the thirteenth century is made of siltstone and it is open to public all year round.

Written by local enthusiast for Dolwyddelan hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Dolwyddelan hostels Flo

Dolwyddelan Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Dolwyddelan, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 2
Most Dolwyddelan hostels are located in Gwynedd
Average rating of all hostels 4.3

FAQ about Dolwyddelan Hostels

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Other Nearby Cities

Capel-Curig (5 Km / 3 mi.)
Betws-y-Coed (7 Km / 4 mi.)
Blaenau-Ffestiniog (7 Km / 5 mi.)
Betws-y-coed (7 Km / 4 mi.)
Nant Gwynant (10 Km / 6 mi.)
Llanberis (18 Km / 11 mi.)
Tremadog (21 Km / 13 mi.)

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