Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa self-guided walking route
A scenic route to popular Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa, the tallest mountain in England and Wales. Spectacular views across Snowdonia / Eryri and to Ireland and Scotland on a good day.
YHA Snowdon Llanberis
Overview
Deep in the beautiful mountain scenery of North Wales, YHA Snowdon Llanberis is located on the doorstep of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, just a 10-minute walk from Llanberis High Street.
From the hostel you can walk up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) or catch a train from the village up to the top of the mountain. Alternatively, why not explore the waterfalls, forests and valleys of the National Park? You can also discover the history of the region at nearby attractions including Electric Mountain and the National Slate Museum as well as Llanberis village itself.
Accommodation at this hostel
- Private room is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is offered here
- Entire place is offered here
- Bed in a shared room is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Easiest route up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) nearby
- Great for walking in the mountains
- Quiet location with great views of a UNESCO World Heritage site
Accommodation at YHA Snowdon Llanberis
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 47 people
Get active and adventurous in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park with a stay at YHA Snowdon Llanberis. This cosy base is ideal for groups with a picturesque location surrounded by fields, mountains and the odd sheep or two.
YHA Snowdon Llanberis is perfect for walkers. You can take the trail up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) or head to the waterfalls, forests and valleys of the National Park. There’s even pony trekking and abseiling nearby, if you’re looking to really turn on the adrenaline. But we’re not just about activities – groups can explore attractions like Electric Mountain, the National Slate Museum or Llanberis village itself.
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
Within the hostel, our private meeting room is a great space for studying or planning your next route and you can access free Wi-Fi in our social areas too. If you need refreshing after your day in the mountains, our fully licensed bar offers local beers.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Snowdon Llanberis (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
There is parking at the hostel for 15 cars.
Accredited site
YHA Snowdon Llanberis holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (105544).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking nearby
- Contactless payments
- Dining room
- Free parking on premises
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Licensed bar
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking on premises
- Mountain view
- Near bus stop
- Outdoor games kit
- Outdoor seating
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Small garden/grounds
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Water refill station
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00.
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, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel for 15 cars.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Snowdon Llanberis, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation and when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Snowdon Llanberis - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA Snowdon Llanberis
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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.
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