Gwesty Seren Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (418 reviews)
Gwesty Seren, Bryn Llywelyn, Llan Ffestiniog, Gwynedd , Blaenau-Ffestiniog , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Comfortable rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Thin walls
Limited dinner options
Lack of certain hotel amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.98
Generally clean but some issues were noted in reviews.
Service
8.45
Staff described as friendly and helpful throughout various reviews.
Location
8.49
Convenient location for exploring Wales and beautiful views.
Room Quality
7.94
Rooms were cozy and comfortable, but soundproofing could be improved.
Amenities
7.97
Good facilities but missing some standard amenities like a bar.
Value for Money
8.13
Good value considering location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Breakfast highly praised, but limited dinner options.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall stay was enjoyable with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 11:47

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Gwesty Seren Hotel, located in Blaenau-Ffestiniog, offers a luxurious stay with comfortable rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and modern amenities. The private bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries for a relaxing experience.

Entertainment Options
Guests can enjoy a variety of entertainment options at the hotel, including billiards, table tennis, and darts. For those who prefer a more laid-back evening, there is karaoke available as well.

Scenic Surroundings
Situated near popular attractions like Portmeirion and Snowdon, Gwesty Seren Hotel is surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Guests can unwind in the garden or explore the nearby Bodnant Garden for a tranquil retreat.

Experience luxury and entertainment at Gwesty Seren Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Our accessible hotel provides disabled people and carers with respite breaks. Gwesty Seren Hotel is fully equipped for a wide range of disabilities.

Please note that the lift can only be used to reach the 1st floor.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 418 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.98
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.49
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 7.97
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Jon Bowley solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

A lovely modern, refurbished guest house. Large rooms, and comfy beds.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Pasquale solo_traveller gb
7
Amazing views great hotel but no provision for dinner
Pros:

Hotel good breakfast excellent

Cons:

No facility for evening meal had to walk to a pub which entailed a steep path, climbing over a locked gate, walking through a cemetry up another steep hill. For me it was totally fine and i had no problems. But maybe for others could be an issue.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Nicola family_with_children gb
7
Lovely stay, if we’re in the area we would definitely book here again!
Pros:

The staff were lovely and friendly, rooms were lovely decorated, very modern. I loved that we got given fresh milk in a thermos flask for our hot drinks as I hate the UHT milk. Receptionist couldn’t do enough for us.

Cons:

There was a couple of dead wasps in the floor in the bathroom and a sticky patch on the floor where a drink had probably been spilt before us, so a quick double check with the cleaning in the future.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Mohammadreza solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

It was clean and with a good view.

Cons:

You could hear next-door room speaking clearly and wasn't pleasant.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Mayur family_with_children gb
8
Enjoyable.
Pros:

Clean Rooms, good breakfast. Value for money and view!

Cons:

There wasn't a thing which I didn't like but if I have to be overly critical then perhaps the shower controls.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
8
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
8
I would return
Pros:

Staff were helpful and friendly. The room was clean and the whole place looks like it's just been refurbished. Short drive to where we wanted to be and walking distance to the pub

Cons:

No evening food available. We could here the people speaking next door (they weren't loud), so we felt obliged to turn our TV off at 10, so we didn't disturb them.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
J
Joel couple gb
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Superb staff. The receptionist was extremely helpful.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Bill family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Suzanne family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

The bed was comfortable, the room (and bathroom) were spacious and clean. Sockets in all the right places. Perfect ingredients for a stay.
There should be more places that offer these inclusive, accessible settings!!!!

Cons:

No major quips. And these are REALLY minor...
- food offerings advertised in room packs didnt seem to match website. Room info should tell me what is availble . eg. I could book breakfast but no mention of packed lunches
- conversational swearing from electricians working outside isnt very professional
- fresh milk was left in mini churn in room. Lovely. However metal tins give things an odd flavour/smell (think water bottles) so couldnt tell if milk ok. Didnt risk pouring in coffee. Fresh milk is fine, but perhaps bottle with lid?

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Virginie solo_traveller fr
10
Super séjour
Pros:

Tout ! Accueil adorable, tout s'est très bien passé. L'emplacement est super, facile a trouver, le personnel aux petits soins

Cons:

Tout était très bien ! Si vraiment je devais ajouter une petite chose, c'est qu'il manque un petit meuble pour poser nos affaires personnelles dans la salle de bain.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Agnieszka family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Tom family_with_children qa
9
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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cees family_with_children be
8
Super holiday
Pros:

Beautiful area in Snowdonia, not far from Mount Snowdon. Nice breakfast and very friendly staff.

Cons:

No restaurant in the hotel, there is one on walking distance though.

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
D
Daniel solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

The views

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Tamara solo_traveller gb
6
Very pleasant surroundings and lovely staff
Pros:

The surroundings were amazing, beautiful views. Peaceful in the gardens
The staff were very helpful and polite.
The breakfast was lovely and came out as soon as we sat down as its preordered at a certain time which there was different time slot options available in the morning

Cons:

Maybe we should have done a bit more research before we booked and although we knew we had a disabled joint access twin room, we didn’t realise we would be hearing everything our neighbours made.
There was a lot of screaming and shouting in the night. Our bathroom smelt very medical, it felt very hospital like.
We came in the mind frame that we wanted a bed for the night, and that is what we got but the bathroom wasn’t a pleasant smell
We ordered the same breakfast for both days but mine came out the 2nd day different. Was offered a replacement but decided to keep what was given which my husband was pleased as he got more

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Tom couple gb
5
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Brittany family_with_children gb
2
Didn’t enjoy at all. Will not be returning.
Pros:

Location was okay

Cons:

Blood on the sheets - staff changed but they were equally not very clean. He asked me if I wanted to change the sheets myself instead of him. He did change the sheets when I asked him to.
Bunk bed sounded like it was about to fall apart. Ended up only being able to use the bottom bunk as was too dangerous. Boiling hot - fan in room was thick with dust.

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Mike extended_group gb
8
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Linda couple gb
9
A comfortable, friendly hotel in a stunning landscape. We would definitely come again.
Pros:

The reception staff was very helpful, gave us an excellent recommendation for dinner, and offered to help carry bags (not necessary). We particularly enjoyed the comfortable sofa on the front terrace where we watched the changing skies over the hills and the flight of house martins. It was very quiet and pleasant.

Cons:

We didn't discover the level access to the entrance until after I had struggled up the front stairs. Directional signs would have been helpful.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee