The Best Hotels in Mid Wales

On the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Palé Hall 5 red star Relais Chateaux property set in a Victorian manor house hotel with 18 elegant rooms in the main building and 4 garden suites.

The individually designed bedrooms at Palé feature stylish décor. Some rooms have seating areas or garden views.

Palé Hall offers a Michelen green star restaurant, serving a varied menu including local Welsh produce. The chefs produce dishes with a blend of British and Welsh cuisine.

Near Bala in North Wales, Palé Hall hotel is set in 16 acres of tranquil gardens and parkland. Close to the River Dee, local activities include fishing, shooting and horse riding.

Built by a visionary architect in 1925, Portmeirion Village & Castell Deudraeth overlooks the beautiful Dywryd Estaury. Located just south of the coastal village of Porthmadog on a private peninsula, the hotel offers a spa and wellness centre, an on-site mini market, a bar and a restaurant.

Rooms are located at either The Portmeirion Hotel or Castell Deudraeth, or in the village rooms and suites. The brightly decorated rooms each have a unique design. They feature a TV, a telephone, an en suite bathroom and a hairdryer.

There is also free on-site parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi access.

The hotel has a number of award-winning restaurants that offer an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, including Hotel Portmeirion Restaurant and Castell Deudraeth Brasserie.

Surrounded by acres of woodland gardens and sandy beaches, the hotel is just 21 miles from Snowdonia National Park. Caernarfon Castle is a 40-minute journey by car and Llanfair Slate Caverns are 34 minutes’ drive away.

Set in 50-acre grounds The Lake Country House Hotel & Spa lies in the heart of the Welsh countryside. With en suite bathrooms it also boasts a swimming pool and sauna.

Situated in Llangammarch Wells, this sophisticated 19th-century retreat offers beautiful lounges and thoughtfully furnished rooms. Throughout the Lake you will be surrounded by fine antiques, paintings and sumptuous furnishings.

The Kingfisher Spa offers a peaceful 15 metre swimming pool, sauna, gym and an outdoor balcony hot-tub. A range of health and beauty treatments allow body and mind to truly unwind.

Using local produce the restaurant creates modern Celtic cuisine. The Lake Country House Hotel also boasts an extensive wine list. Alternatively enjoy a traditional Welsh tea in the drawing room or in the beautiful gardens.

Perfectly situated for the Welsh countryside and the Brecon Beacons, The Lake is also close to several golf courses. Clyro and Cefnylls Castles are both within a 20-minute drive.

Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa is located on the hills of the Berwyn Mountains, overlooking Lake Efyrnwy.

The rooms at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa feature a flat-screen TV and a work desk. All rooms have a bathroom with toiletries and robes.

The restaurant has an AA Rosette, and serves a evening menu and fine wines. Tower Tavern Bar features log fires, free Wi-Fi and a grand piano, and there is also a terrace.

The Thermal Suite offers the spa pool, sauna & steam room for an extra charge which would be best pre-booked prior to arrival to avoid disappointment on the day. Guests can also book a range of treatments.

On the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Lake Vyrnwy Hotel is within one-hour drive of Shrewsbury and Wrexham. Free on-site parking is available, and the Welsh Border is a 30-minute drive away.

Devils Falls at the Luxury Hafod Hotel Aberystwyth overlooks the Devils Bridge Waterfalls and is 300 metres from the Rheidol Valley Railway Station. It offers rooms with countryside views, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant.

Rooms at the Hotel Hafod all feature a TV, telephone and radio.

There is a garden with views of the Cambrian Mountains. Staff can provide maps for walking routes which surround Devils Falls at the Luxury Hafod Hotel Aberystwyth.

Aberystwyth is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Free parking is available at Devils Falls at the Luxury Hafod Hotel Aberystwyth.

This renowned hotel boasts one of the most breathtaking views and marine locations in Wales, overlooking Cardigan Bay, the rugged coastline, the Teifi Estuary and the broad sweep of Poppit Sands.

The Cliff Hotel and Spa offers guests luxurious accommodation, with all rooms having en suite facilities and many having a view over Cardigan Bay and the hotel's golf course. Guests are able to relax and enjoy the view in the bar or lounge.

Luxurious spa facilities are ready to offer guests a perfect relaxation zone in which to unwind and indulge. The health spa hosts a salt water hydro spa, steam room, sauna, hot tub and gym. In the salon area there are 5 treatment rooms to ease your tensions.

In 21 acres of gardens and woodland, Penmaenuchaf Hotel sits above Penmaenpool, overlooking the Mawddach estuary just a 5-minute drive from the market town of Dolgellau, in the Snowdonia National Park.

Each bedroom in this country house has a TV, tea/coffee with home baked biscuits, bathrobes, toiletries and free Wi-Fi access. There are views of the valley and mountains beyond, across the landscaped gardens and to the wooded hillside, the herb and sunken gardens.

In the mornings the hotel’s garden room restaurant provides a continental and full Welsh breakfast, while lunch and dinner menus offer contemporary British fare using fresh local produce.

The hotel features log burners, a snug bar, library, light and airy morning room and oak-panelled drawing room.

There is an abundance of leisure activities nearby including mountain biking, fishing, golf and pony trekking. There are also castles, gardens, hill walks, running trails a local park run, art galleries, white water rafting, Zip World, Bounce Below and Surf Snowdonia.

In the heart of Llandeilo, The Cawdor is a 4-star boutique hotel mixing antique and modern styles. It provides rooms with luxurious en suite bathrooms, fantastic food and free parking.

Each of the spacious, individually designed rooms feature a seating area, TV and DVD player. Bathrobes and hair dryers are provided and free wired internet is available.

The Georgian dining room has beautiful bay windows and wooden floors. The innovative menu uses local ingredients. The bar area has been refurbished using materials from the local Tywi Valley.

Llandeilo Train Station is a 5-minute walk from the Cawdor and the Brecon Beacons are a short drive from the hotel. The coast and Bury Port are just 20 miles away.

In Hay-on-Wye, The Swan at Hay is positioned between the Brecon Beacons and The Black Mountains. It is an independent hotel with 19 individually designed bedrooms and a restaurant serving classic British cuisine.

This listed Georgian building was a former coaching inn, and many rooms have large original windows with views across the gardens or stable block. Bedrooms feature flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee trays and private bathrooms.

The Swan at Hay has a relaxed bistro and a restaurant serving modern British cuisine with original Georgian windows overlooking the garden and patio. The Swan has 2 bar areas and a dining room, where guests can choose from the different menus available. The well-stocked bar serves award-winning ales and ciders.

Hay-on-Wye has a good selection of boutique shops and pubs. It is only a 5-minute walk from the Offa’s Dyke Path and just a short drive from the Brecon Beacons National Park. Free parking is available at The Swan at Hay.

Set in 17 acres of beautiful gardens, Llangoed Hall offers luxurious accommodation with free onsite parking and free Wi-Fi. Dating from 1632, Llangoed Hall is in the picturesque Wye Valley and 12 miles from the popular market town of Brecon.

Each spacious room features a flat-screen TV and are individually decorated and furnished. Many rooms have stunning Black Mountain views and an inclusive full Welsh breakfast is provided.

The 2 AA Rosette restaurant at Llangoed Hall offers a superb menu, with locally sourced produce, including fruit and vegetables from the hotel’s own organic gardens. The dinner, bed and breakfast rates include a three-course choice menu.

The small market town of Hay-on-Wye is a 20-minute drive, and features many local bookshops.

Situated in Penmaenpool, 38 km from Portmeirion, George III Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 44 km of Lake Vyrnwy. The property is allergy-free and is located 29 km from Harlech Castle.

Guest rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

Castell y Bere is 29 km from George III Hotel, while Aberdovey Golf Club is 34 km from the property.

Set in Aberaeron, 28 km from Aberystwyth Golf Club, Harbourmaster Hotel offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service. Some units at the property feature a patio with a sea view.

All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. All rooms include a private bathroom, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have a city view.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Clarach Bay is 30 km from Harbourmaster Hotel, while Aberystwyth Castle is 26 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 149 km away.

Located in Glasbury, 44 km from Elan Valley, Foyles of Glasbury provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is allergy-free and is set 12 km from Clifford Castle.

At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Foyles of Glasbury every room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Glasbury, like hiking and cycling.

Brecon Cathedral is 20 km from Foyles of Glasbury, while Kinnersley Castle is 20 km away. Cardiff Airport is 104 km from the property.

Located in Llandovery, 34 km from Brecon Cathedral, The New White Lion provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is allergy-free and is situated 300 metres from Llandovery Castle.

All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The New White Lion every room comes with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

Breakfast is available, and includes Full English/Irish, vegetarian and vegan options.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Llandovery, like hiking and cycling.

Llandovery Golf Club is 500 metres from The New White Lion, while Dinefwr Castle is 23 km away. Cardiff Airport is 105 km from the property.

The Royston is a 7-room, contemporary guesthouse in a building dating from 1880, on the outskirts of Llanbrynmair, in the heart of mid Wales. Set in 10 acres of rural pastureland, every room has views of the surrounding Cambrian Mountains and rolling hills.

Each of The Royston’s bedrooms has its own unique character and style, featuring original artwork and a curated mix of vintage and designer furniture.

Full English/Irish, vegetarian and a la carte breakfast options are available every morning at The Royston.

Aberystwyth is 48 km from the hotel.

Set in Barmouth and with Barmouth Beach reachable within 500 metres, The Fanny Talbot offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 31 km from Portmeirion, 19 km from Harlech Castle and 41 km from Criccieth Castle. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

At the hotel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. All rooms include a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, while selected rooms also offer a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Castell y Bere is 41 km from The Fanny Talbot, while Aberdovey Golf Club is 45 km from the property.

Located in Dolgellau and with Portmeirion reachable within 38 km, Y Meirionnydd Boutique Hotel provides a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. Built in 19th century, this 5-star hotel is within 41 km of Lake Vyrnwy and 26 km of Castell y Bere. The hotel features family rooms.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at Y Meirionnydd Boutique Hotel also offer a city view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Harlech Castle is 33 km from Y Meirionnydd Boutique Hotel, while Aberdovey Golf Club is 36 km away.

Situated in Cardigan, 300 metres from Poppit Sands Beach, The Teifi Waterside Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 4 km of Cardigan Castle. Some units at the property have a balcony with a river view.

The units at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some rooms at The Teifi Waterside Hotel also feature a sea view. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine.

A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cardigan, like cycling.

Cilgerran Castle is 13 km from The Teifi Waterside Hotel, while Newcastle Emlyn Castle is 17 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 148 km away.

Lion Quays Waterside Resort is set in English countryside, with stunning views of the Llangollen Canal. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, a power shower and complimentary toiletries.

All guests have access to the country club facilities, including a 75-station gym, fitness classes, 25-metre swimming pool with steam room, sauna and jacuzzi.

The property also includes a spa with a thermal suite, experience showers including a refreshing ice bucket shower, hydrotherapy pool, atmospheric steam room, Sanarium and sauna. Guests can enjoy the spa and treatments for an additional fee and luxury robes, towels and slippers will be provided.

Cafe Ash is open all day and offers a daily range of snacks, cakes, sandwiches and refreshments.

Situated within Snowdonia National Park, Aberdunant Hall is a 17th-century property set within 200-acres of woodland on an idyllic upmarket Holiday Home Park. With free onsite parking, it retains many original features, such as beamed ceilings, fireplaces and stained glass. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace.

All rooms at Aberdunant Hall have a flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom and complimentary tea/coffee facilities.

In the mornings, guests can enjoy continental or full Welsh breakfast in the Glaslyn Lounge. Al fresco dining can be enjoyed on the terrace, which boasts panoramic views of the mountains. Family meals and Sunday lunches are served in The Glaslyn Lounge, and intimate dining is available in Y Bistro. A carvery is served every Sunday and features a choice of 3 locally sourced meats.

Hiking, rock climbing and mountain biking can be enjoyed within Snowdonia park, and the harbour town of Porthmadog and Black Rock Sands beach are just 3 miles away. Watersports such as jet-skiing, diving and windsurfing can be arranged and facilities are a 40-minute drive away.