Out and about
Trefriw is at the heart of a countryside renowned for its great natural beauty. The hotel is nestled between Conwy and Betws-y-coed, with the river Conwy to the front and lake Crafnant behind.
Ideally situated to explore Snowdonia, we are within easy reach of everything North Wales has to offer.
Scenic walks, country drives, beaches and coves and of course, the famous castles of Wales.
Plus with activities to satisfy the thrill-seeker with surfing, zip-wiring and cavern trampolining near by, you won't have the time to be bored! With the award-winning Surf Snowdonia just 3 miles from the hotel, we have the perfect base for thrill-seekers.
Bodnant Gardens on our doorstep is the perfect place to spend a leisurely afternoon.
Please ask at reception and we would be happy to give you advice on places to see and things to do.
Lakes
Snowdonia's lakes are ideal for all sorts of activities - fishing, boating or simply strolling and enjoying the stunning surroundings.
Where there are mountains there are lakes and Snowdonia has more than it's fair share, many and varied.
Ask at receptions for advice on which to visit.
Mountains
The mountians around Gwynedd are world famous. People have been visiting them for centuries, including Charles Darwin in 1831. In the 1950s the successful Everest team established their training headquarters in Snowdonia.
They are the tallest peaks in Wales and England and those in Gwynedd make up the majority of Snowdonia, renowned as one of Britain's most beautiful National Parks.
Action
From surfing to sightseeing. Snowdonia has got it all.
So you want to go abseiling? No problem, just pick your cliff. What about biking? We have world-class mountain biking and traffic-free, way-marked road routes in the area.
Canoeing, coasteering, climbing, canyoning, can-do activity centres ...
That's the activities alphabet from A to C taken care of ...
Sports
We're Wales' undisputed activity capital, crammed full of all kinds of outdoor activities.
Cycling, climbing, horse riding, golfing, canoeing, bird-watching, caving and water sports ... you get the picture.
Ask at reception for a full list of sporting activities and locations.
Beaches
Along almost 200 miles of seashore you will find wooded estuaries, large sandy beaches, wild cliffs, secluded bays and sheltered harbours.
Travelling between the Conwy and Dyfi estuaries you will find the sheltered waters of the Menai Strait, the lovely Llyn Peninsula (an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty') and the mountain-backed Cardigan Bay.
History
The Snowdonia mountains and coast has evolved from a rich tapestry of history, culture and landscape that dates back to pagan and even prehistoric times.
Evidence of the past can still be seen in the dramatic landscapes, from standing stones to a network of Celtic hill forts and religious shrines, medieval castles and churches and remains of early industry.