YHA Rowen (Partner)

Rowen, Conwy, LL32 8YW

94%

Excellent rating

(35 reviews)

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Sleeps up to 20 people
4 bedrooms
5 bathrooms

Bursting with character, YHA Rowen retains its traditional Welsh Hill farmhouse style while the interior has been transformed to provide modern accommodation for guests to enjoy. This property is the perfect spot for walking and hiking holidays.

Where you'll sleep

Across the entire building there is a total of four bedrooms.

First floor

One room that sleeps up to 2 people. It includes a set of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 4 people. It includes 4 single beds.

One room that sleeps up to 6 people. It includes 3 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 8 people. It includes 4 sets of bunk beds.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

The small kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: fridge/freezer, grill, kettle, microwave, 3 ovens, refrigerator, toaster.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery for 20 people, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, cloths, paper towels, soap, sponges, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 20 people. There are 4 tables, 4 benches and a large open fire.

Lounge

The cosy lounge is located on the ground floor and seats up to 10 people. There are 2 comfy sofas, armchairs and an open fire.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of five bathrooms.

Toilets: 4

Showers: 3

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a small garden. The garden is enclosed with a fence and has a gate.

Guests have full access to the garden.

Outdoor amenities: benches, fire pit, grass/lawn, picnic tables.

What our whole hostel offer

Bed linen
Carbon monoxide alarm
Cleaning basics
Dishes and cutlery
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Grill
Heating
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Lock on doors
Microwave
Mountain view
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Toaster

What you need to know about our whole hostel

Check-in: From 16:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Important: Due to restrictions at this hostel, it is not a suitable venue for youth groups, schools or other educational organisations. Please be aware that the hostel will not be able to honour bookings for these types of organised groups, though families with children are welcome.
Heating: There is central heating throughout the property.
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Rowen. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
Checking in: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access: Guest have the use of the whole property.

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Overview

A lovely rural retreat high in the Welsh hills, YHA Rowen is a stunning traditional Welsh farmhouse packed with character. The hostel boasts breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley and across to Eryri (Snowdonia) and makes for the perfect base from which to explore the hills, mountains and scenery of this area of North Wales.

The hostel’s cosy lounge with open fires will greet you upon your return from the hills in colder weather, while in the warmer months, sit back and relax in our quiet garden area.

This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.

YHA Partner

This hostel is a partner property. It is independently owned and operated by Meirion & Gwenen Jones, while providing the same great YHA experience.

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Why guests love YHA Rowen

Free parking on premises
24-hour access after check-in
Self-catering kitchen

Traditional Welsh farmhouse
Breathtaking views across Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park
Small, rustic retreat

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Hostel facilities

24-hour access after check-in
Contactless payments
Dining room
Free parking on premises
Games
Garden/grounds
Intermittent mobile coverage
Mountain view
No WiFi
Outdoor seating
Self-catering kitchen
Shared drying room
Shared lounge
Small garden/grounds
Sole use available

Hostel need to know

Important: Due to restrictions at this hostel, it is not a suitable venue for youth groups, schools or other educational organisations. Please be aware that the hostel will not be able to honour bookings for these types of organised groups, though families with children are welcome.

Accommodation: This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.

Self-catering: YHA Rowen is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.

Parking: There is limited onsite parking for up to 5 cars. Access to the hostel is via a very steep narrow public road and coach or minibus parking not possible.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Rowen. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

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YHA Rowen

Rhiw Farm, Rowen, Conwy, LL32 8YW

Map references

OS Map:: 115
OS Grid Ref:: SH747721
Lat/Lng:: 53.23098, -3.879091
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Contact information

Phone:: +44 345 371 9038
Email:: [email protected]

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Volunteering

Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.

The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.

This hostel is part of our Volunteer Managers programme. Find out about becoming a Volunteer Manager and supporting our small hostels.

History

In 1947, YHA’s Merseyside, North Wales and Isle of Man Group opened a simple type of hostel at a hill farmhouse in the Carnedds hills above the village of Roewen. The hostel could accommodate 13 men and 12 women and was named the Harold Burrows Memorial Hostel after a tireless worker for the YHA regional group. The hostel has had many renovations over the years, making the hostel more refreshing and modern for its visitors.

Meet the team

YHA Rowen is staffed by our dedicated team of volunteer managers – YHA enthusiasts trained to deliver great customer service with a personal touch. One of them will be at the hostel each week to take good care of our guests.

Manager recommends: A walk-up Tal-y-Fan – summit an (easy) mountain in Eryri (Snowdonia) from the doorstep and view the peaks and coastline of North Wales.