Breaks In Betws-y-Coed – Betws-y-Coed Hotels

Posted January 5, 2010 by BookingBuddy

Betws-y-Coed is the kind of ridiculously picturesque village you usually only see in magazines. About thirty minutes by train from Llandudno, it has mossy green woods, impossibly clear streams, cute little stone cottages, and a couple of impressive waterfalls. While the village offers its own attractions, it also makes a great starting point for those of you wishing to explore the rest of Snowdonia National Park.

Stay
Swallow Falls Hotel – Located about a mile away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre, this 19th-century coaching inn also offers a YHA hostel, and a campsite in the warmer months. Stunning mountain scenery surrounds the hotel grounds, and guests have the added advantage of right across the road from the spectacular Swallow Falls. A hearty breakfast (included in the price of the room) is served in the attached tavern, and the pub by the entrance offers cheap, unpretentious meals. Room rates start at £60 per night.

See
Swallow Falls – Also known as Rhaeadr Ewynnol, Swallow Falls is one of the country’s largest waterfalls. There are a series of steps and some viewing platforms built beside the waterfall, to provide visitors with views of the falls without having to get their feet wet. Follow the river Llugwy downstream through some verdant woods, and discover half-hidden old mines and other treasures.

Eat
Buffet Coach Café – Set in an old wooden train carriage beside the train station’s single platform, the Buffet Coach Café offers comfort food in a comfortable setting. The menu offers unpretentious dishes – home-cooked soup, baked potatoes, sandwiches, fish and chips. For those with a sweet tooth, the hot chocolate comes in a satisfyingly large mug, overflowing with cream, marshmallows and chocolate sprinkles. The homemade teacakes are delicious, especially with a dollop of local butter.

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(Photo: snowdoniaguide.com)

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