Beddgelert – Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre
Visit the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre at Beddgelert for all you need to know about exploring the area sustainably and making the most of your visit to Wales.
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
Overview
If it's dramatic, breathtaking views of mountainous landscapes you're after then YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass is the location for you. Situated at the foot of the magnificent Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and over 1,000ft above sea level, this hostel is the perfect choice for climbing holidays and budding mountaineers.
This much-loved and famed location is now a state-of-the-art accommodation base in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia). The hostel also pays tribute to its famous past and information about the surrounding mountains can be seen throughout the building.
Why guests love YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
Accommodation at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
Food and drink at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
Things to do around YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
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Betws-y-Coed – Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre
Visit the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park Information Centre at Betws-y-Coed – the perfect place to learn about what makes Eryri (Snowdonia) spectacular as well as advice on visiting sustainably.
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Walking and rambling in Eryri (Snowdonia)
If you're planning on staying at one of our Eryri (Snowdonia) hostels, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that
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Snowdonia Mountain Railway
Travel on Britain’s only rack and pinion railway to Hafod Eryri, the stunning new visitor centre at the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).Visit the website
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Snowdonia Riding Stables
Located between Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and the sea, experience superb riding amongst some of the best mountain and coastal scenery in the British Isles, whatever your ability.Visit the website
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Electric Mountain
Electric Mountain is home to the Dinorwig Power Station, set in the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia) and dubbed "Britain's largest battery" this hydroelectric station houses 6 electric generators p
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Bach Ventures
Bach Ventures offers courses in rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing and adventure activities in the beautiful area of Eryri (Snowdonia).
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Zip World - Fforest
In a stunning woodland setting nestled in the North Wales Conwy Valley, close to the iconic Eryri (Snowdonia) village of Betws-y-Coed, a host of forest adventures and foodie delights await.
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Walking and Rambling in Pen-y-Pass
If you're planning on staying at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explor
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Plas Menai National Watersports Centre
Ideal for sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and powerboating with easy access to the open sea and superb coastal scenery. Visit the website
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Caernarfon Castle
Mighty Caernarfon is the most famous of Wales' castles, built over 800 years ago. Its sheer scale and commanding presence easily set it apart from the rest. This is where the investiture of
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Sygun Copper Mine
Tour the large colourful chambers, magnificent stalactite and stalagmites and copper ore veins with traces of gold and silver. Visit the website
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Zip World - Penrhyn Quarry
A unique range of very special adventures. Experience the world's fastest Ziplines, or a tour of the quarry.. See the Zip World website for full details of all the adventures.
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Zip World - Slate Caverns
A unique range of very special adventures. Experience Europe's longest Ziplines, or massive underground trampolines and high-rope cavern adventures called Bounce Below. See the Zip
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Portmeirion
Portmeirion, the setting for the cult 60s series The Prisoner – 'I am not a number. I am a free man.
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Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways
Travel on the glorious line from Caernarfon through Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog – some 40 miles of narrow-gauge steam! These are 2 separate railways which meet at the central station of Por
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Climbing in Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
Try the brilliant tracks directly across the road from the hostel. Crib Goch offers grade 1 scrambling opportunities, with lots of famous climbing crags available in the immediate area.
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Greenwood Forest Park
The rides and activities at this unique eco-attraction have been designed for fun with a difference – you provide the energy!
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Ambulant accessible
- Baby changing
- Café
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Minibus parking nearby
- Mountain view
- Near bus stop
- No mobile coverage
- Outdoor seating
- Paid on-street parking
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Skywatching kit
- Unlimited breakfast
- Vending machines
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 15:00 – 20:30.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Café opening hours: YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass' Café & Bar is open to the public from 11:00 - 20:30, Monday to Sunday, serving cold snacks, cakes and a range of hot and cold drinks. Meals are available from 17:00 for residents only.
Parking: The hostel has no guaranteed customer parking. A very small layby next to the hostel may be available on a first come first served basis. The closest parking is available in the private Pen-y-Pass car park across the road. Parking arrangements vary seasonally. In summer (approximately April to October), spaces must be pre-booked online and cost up to £40 per day in peak season (or £20 for 8 hours). Please note that though the website states there is a maximum stay of 24 hours, you are permitted to book as many consecutive 24 hour stays as you wish. In winter (approximately November to March), Pen-y-Pass car park operates as a standard, pay and display carpark, with no pre-booking required and charges £10/day. See the Eryri National Park Authority website for exact dates of the summer and winter seasons. A single space is available for blue badge holders to park free of charge, but this space cannot be booked in advance. Alternative pay and display parking is available 3 miles away at Nant Peris Park and Ride. Tickets cost £5 plus the bus fare (£3 single fare) for 24 hours and can be purchased for multiple days. You can travel to the hostel via the park and ride bus until about 18:30 or by local taxis. Check Sherpa'r Wyddfa timetables online for exact times on your day of travel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass - Access Statement
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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.
Find out more and apply to volunteer.
History
Welsh for 'resting place', the Gorphwysfa Hotel was a famed mountaineers inn built in the 1870s. The building was sold to YHA in 1968 to become YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: An ascent of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) can be a life affirming moment, and it’s within your grasp and on the doorstep at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass. The starts of the Miners, PYG and infamous Crib Goch routes are only feet away. Or escape the crowds in the Glyderau with a visit to Glyder Fach and Glyder Fawr hiking North West from the hostel. Be sure to grab a photo on the famous ‘Cantilever Stone’ rock formation.
