Places to stay in Eryri (Snowdonia)

View of Eryri (Snowdonia) with sheep

Welcome to Eryri (Snowdonia)

Explore the peaks of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, ideal for walking or mountain biking holidays.

Situated in North West Wales, this breathtaking National Park is home to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) – the highest mountain in Wales –  plus an extensive number of hiking trails and over 100 lakes.

YHA hostels in Eryri (Snowdonia)

YHA Rowen with view over countryside

YHA Rowen

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  • 24-hour access after check-in

  • Self-catering kitchen

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Things to do in Eryri (Snowdonia)

Five free things to do in Eryri (Snowdonia)

Tre'r Ceiri Hillfort

Standing 450m above sea level on a peak of Yr Eifl on Llyn Peninsula, this hillfort is one of the best preserved in Britain. See over 150 stone houses where as many as 400 inhabitants would have lived during the Romano-British period for a chance to truly imagine the settlement during the Roman army's occupation of north-western Wales.

Trefriw Woollen Mills

Glimpse into Wales' industrial past and see just how the mills work – you'll be surprised! See the traditional Welsh blankets, tweeds and rugs being made, as you learn about the time-honoured process of their manufacture.

The Segontium

This Roman Fort is open all year round, but in season the experience is enhanced by a museum providing information on the history that surrounds the Segontium.

Scale Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)

No list of activities would be complete without a trip up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Whether you choose an easy walk or a tough challenge, the feeling you'll get from conquering this giant will stay with you for a long time.

Glynllifon

Just outside Caernarfon, Glynllifon is the perfect place to spend a day. See the stunning mansion and explore the 700-acre estate where you can see some of the rarest flora and fauna in Wales. This Site of Special Scientific Interest is also home to rare and endangered wildlife, so it's a must-visit.

Indulge in breathtaking Eryri (Snowdonia) scenery

Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park boasts the biggest mountains in England and Wales, but hiking up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is not the only thing to do in this breathtakingly beautiful area. Beaches, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and nostalgic railways await visitors, while history lovers can lose themselves in the Slate Museum or explore the wealth of castles in the nearby area.

Enjoy horseriding in the foothills of Eryri (Snowdonia), visit the National White Water Centre for thrills and spills or go underground to find out all about the history of the Sygun Copper Mine; this area really has something for everyone.

Cycling in Snowdonia

Beddgelert Bikes

Bike hire for all ages so you can have a memorable day out in Eryri (Snowdonia). Set off to explore Beddgelert Forest and get away from it all. Visit the website

Caernarfon Castle

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 Prince...

climbing

Climbing in Snowdon Bryn Gwynant

There are many local crags within easy walking distance in the area, so you won’t have to walk far before you can start climbing. One of the more famous climbing areas at Tremadog is just a short...

Sunrise over Snowdonia viewed from the tops

Climbing near Kings, Dolgellau

There's a training area above Barmouth, known as 'The Slabs'. Local firms offer instructor led courses and equipment hire. The area is suitable for all levels and abilities including the most...

Lone figure walks along a beautiful woodland track though Coed-y-Brenin

Coed-y-Brenin

Coed-y-Brenin is a mountain biking mecca set amongst mountains and forests of southern Eryri (Snowdonia). There are also fantastic walks, a visitor centre, a high ropes course, and opportunities to go...

Cycles parked by a lake

Cycling around Kings, Dolgellau

The Mawddach trail between Dolgellau and Barmouth is ideal for families who enjoy gentler cycling. Running alongside the estuary, following the route of the old railway, it is totally flat and offers...

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...

Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways

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 Portmadog...

Great Orme Country Park

Great Orme Country Park

Dramatic limestone headland renowned for its wildlife and history. Don't miss the live camera that watches the seabird colonies.

Greenwood Forest Park

Greenwood Forest Park

The rides and activities at this unique eco-attraction have been designed for fun with a difference – you provide the energy!

Llanberis Lake Railway

Llanberis Lake Railway

Discover the timeless appeal of narrow-gauge steam trains. Enjoy views of Eryri (Snowdonia) as you travel along the shores of Llyn Padarn.

Mountain Biker on a track on the tops

Mountain biking around Kings, Dolgellau

Mountain biking enthusiasts will have heard all about Coed-y-Brenin. Approx 15 minutes from the hostel and run by the Forestry Commission, it's the mountain bike mecca of Wales. Bike hire is available...

Portmeirion Village

Portmeirion

Portmeirion, the setting for the cult 60s series The Prisoner – 'I am not a number. I am a free man. The village consists of a cluster of brightly coloured houses. There are also shops, cafes...

go karting

Redline Indoor Karting

Try one of the fastest growing adrenaline sports in the world. Bring your friends along and challenge them to a race!

Smallest House

Smallest House in Great Britain

The Smallest House in Great Britain can be found nestled amongst a terrace of houses on Conwy's quayside. You really can't miss the smallest house and you'd be crazy not to pop in for a look on your...

Snowdonia Mountain Railway

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

Snowdonia Riding Stables, horses looking over box edge

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

Kayaking in Wales

Snowdonia Watersports

Snowdonia Watersports (previously Surf Lines) offers an exciting range of adventures combining new skills, travel, exploration and an element of risk. Visit the website

Dolgellau high street

Walking and rambling around Kings, Dolgellau

The quieter area of southern Eryri (Snowdonia), with fewer tourists, is absolutely beautiful and a great place for walking. The hostel is on the slope of Cader Idris, so there's plenty of mountainous...

Snowdonia view

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...

Porthmadog Harbour, showing quayside and upturned dinghy & sailboard

Watersports near Kings, Dolgellau

The National White Water Centre is at Bala, 20 miles from the hostel, with white water rafting, canoeing and kayaking - you can hire your equipment or get tuition. For something a bit different you...

Zipwire through the trees

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. With...

Zip World showing 2 on the zipwires

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.

Zip World showing 2 on the zipwires

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 World website for...

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