Tyr Graig Castle

Hotels
8.7 (1271 reviews)
Llanaber Road , Barmouth , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and tidy accommodations
Exceptional food quality
Cons:
Some room decor is tired
Rooms may feel small to some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
The rooms are clean and well-kept, but some decor is a bit tired.
Service
9.05
Friendly and welcoming staff, attentive service noted in multiple reviews.
Location
9.05
Great location with stunning views and proximity to beach.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms are comfortable with character, but some may find them small.
Amenities
8.45
Standard amenities for a hotel of this level, overall satisfactory.
Value for Money
8.55
Good food and service provided for the price, but some guests feel the rooms are overpriced.
Food and Beverage
9.05
Excellent quality breakfast and dinner options, frequently praised by guests.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall positive experiences with a few minor areas of improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:27

Property Description

Stunning Cliff-Top Location:
Enjoy breathtaking views of Cardigan Bay from our Victorian building perched on a cliff.

Charming Victorian Features:
Experience the unique blend of castle and shotgun design in our 1880s building, complete with original stained glass windows.

Delightful Dining Experience:
Indulge in traditional British and Welsh cuisine made with the finest local produce at our restaurant overlooking the bay.

Ready to experience luxury and history combined? Book your stay at Tyr Graig Castle for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that Tyr Graig does not accept payment by American Express card. An accepted card (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro) is required for the hotel to take a fixed nonrefundable deposit and secure a booking.

The deposit will be deducted from the final bill on departure. Balance payment will be taken at check-out from the card provided at the time of booking unless an alternative card is given.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1271 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 8.75
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peter solo_traveller gb
7
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Shepherd extended_group gb
10
Pros:

The views were exceptional

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Kate solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely short break
Pros:

Lovely owners and stunning location. Breakfast was amazing with excellent quality ingredients. I also liked the stunning entrance hall and the beautiful architecture of the building. STUNNING!

Cons:

Room was a little small and in need of up dating, although clean it was a bit tired and could do with a few extra bits!
Hairdryer maybe, better coffee mugs and it was very dusty behind the bed and around sockets.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
Very good
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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R solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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peter couple gb
8
Lovely Place for a Night Away
Pros:

We arrived a little early but we're told the room apwas almost ready, to be honest we aimed to get there early so we could use the terrace area !
The room was a turret room and had three windows overlooking the bay.
The bar area was good with excellent views over the bay, and some dolphins very kindly appeared for us which we watched for a good few minutes.
Parking is good, and due to the number of rooms, I wouldn't expect you'd be pushed to find a place if you turn up later.
The restaurant is nice, if its not too windy, the conservatory area has beautiful views, so long as you look past the caravan site and housing below.
Food was nice, although the lamb we had was delicious, the swordfish was a little bland, but overall with the starters we were happy.

Cons:

Its fair to say that the hotel could do with a little care and attention, the room was good, but the decor is startup g to show it's age. The bathroom was basic but functional, but as with a lot of hotels in the UK, it could do with being better thought out, there is a lack of flat surfaces for bathroom items, which for one night isn't a great problem, but for two or more you'll find it a bit of a balancing act.
Being a turret room, it does look onto the balcony for the two rooms beside it, so for privacy, you'll need to keep the curtain/blind down.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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andy solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great position

Cons:

Bathroom bit small

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Kevin solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

The view

Cons:

Dirty, dusty, smelt musty. So bad we left without staying the night

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Graham couple gb
10
excellent
Pros:

Great food & brilliant views - great friendly staff

Cons:

resturuant in full sun - so very hot!

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Dirk solo_traveller de
6
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Natalia couple gb
9
Lovely old house with a beautiful view
Pros:

The hotel was gorgeous, I was worried that because it was so old that the facilities might have been a bit dated but everything functioned really well and was really clean. It had a wonderful terrace to watch the sunset and the service and breakfast was wonderful. It's also walking distance to the town which was handy

Cons:

The bar was old, and even though it was very beautiful, they didn't have many options, specifically non alcoholic options. Other than that, it was really lovely

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Berenice couple gb
8
Good for overnight stay
Pros:

Very nice staff and outside space

Cons:

The food for evening meal salmon was lovely but the Gammon very tough . Reported this to the waiter but gor no feedback from management . Paid in full . Wine was reasonable

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Ann solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Very friendly staff and good breakfast

Cons:

Hotel in need of modernising particularly the bedrooms

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
10
Excellent value for money- plenty of parking and the staff were fantastic and very friendly.
Pros:

Great building with an interesting history. Fantastic room. Breakfast was great - plenty of choice. We stayed 2 night and had a delicious evening meal both nights great value for money.

Cons:

Bathroom was a little small but perfectly adequate.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Tina solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything this is our second time stopping at this hotel and will return

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Tracey couple gb
10
Excellent view, beautiful breakfast, lovely hosts.
Pros:

The room had a beautiful view of beach and sea, the breakfast in the conservatory had the same wonderful view, there was so much choice for breakfast all delicious and local sourced.
The room was a fair size with easy to use shower on suite with nice biscuits, tea and coffee included.

Cons:

Everything was lovely, we have been staying here 8 years now and still love it.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Theodor couple de
8
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
9
Short break in a beautiful part of the country
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not a lot

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Philip couple gb
8
Very enjoyable and would love to go back again.
Pros:

Its location was fantastic, with the sunsets so beautiful, we was also lucky enough to see a dolphin in the bay

Cons:

The hotel is very good and the way the ground floor has been kept exactly when it was built all those years ago shows great craftsmanship. It hotel rooms are looking tired and in need of some decorative repairs. We stayed in the standard turret which had great views over the harbour. The bathroom arrangement is not easy because the way the building is built but I do think there are better options that can make the rooms so much better.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Evette solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee