Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (79 reviews)
Ffordd Newydd, Harlech, Wales, LL46 2UB , Harlech , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Free breakfast
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
Food and water bowls

Review Highlights

Pros:
Dog friendly
Friendly staff

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.81
The owners were very hospitable and relaxed.
Location
8.75
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
8.5
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.53
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.49
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Food was amazing.
Overall Experience
8.61
Lovely stay and great atmosphere.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 06:54

Property Description

Gastronomic Delight at the Restaurant and Bar/Lounge - Indulge in delectable dishes at the hotel's restaurant and cap off your evenings with a relaxing drink at the bar/lounge.

Luxurious Amenities and Comfortable Accommodations - Enjoy the convenience of complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and designer toiletries in the elegant guestrooms. With thoughtful touches like complimentary bottled water and a personalized breakfast, relaxation is guaranteed.

Prime Location for Leisure and Exploration - Nestled next to a prestigious golf course and within walking distance of historic sites like Harlech Castle, the hotel serves as the perfect base for enjoying both leisurely strolls and exciting adventures.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience? Book your stay at Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly now to create unforgettable memories.

Important information:

  • Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

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

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

  • General

    Events/parties not allowed

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 79 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 8.81
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.49
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
L
Laura partner
8
Pros:

The most dog friendly hotel I've stayed in. The owners were very hospitable and relaxed.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
J
Jess
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Lovely stay and was greeted by the most gorgeous dogs. Staff was very friendly and food was amazing.

2025-07-14 via Nuitee
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natasha roxanne
8
Pros:

Very doggy friendly hotel. Friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome.
Comfy bed. Room was clean. Lovely location.
Food was nice but not cheap.
Quality over quantity so this pushed the bill up as we had pudding too.

2025-05-18 via Nuitee
M
marjorie partner
10
Pros:

Nice property. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed the one night we stayed but the morning breakfast was good.
At base of hill where harlech castle sits. Good exercise!
Would recommend.

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
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Kevin
2
Adults Only
Pros:

The accommodation was dated but clean. The owner I found to be blasé and not very customer orientated. Whilst I appreciate the dog friendly ambience, having large dogs on the restaurant floor seemed a bit much. Not my favourite place tbh.

2024-10-19 via Nuitee
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Julie
4
Pros:

Not impressed. Poor value for money.
Our friends paid for night at the high class bron eifion hotel in criccieth it was amazing.
For a very similar price per night I had paid for two nights at this hotel all for our 70 th birthdays. I was embarrassed.
There was no comparison.
E.g choose breakfast on arrival and that’s what you got both days. Cereal was served up for you on the table . Small jugs of milk not enough for teas never mind cereal. When we asked for more milk the owner jokingly said do you all work for the milk marketing board. Not funny. The number of times we had to ask for more milk was embarrassing. Cooked breakfast very good quality. No fruit juice. All very managed like it was done on a strict budget.
Ordered first drinks asked if we wanted singles or doubles Said it’s husbands birthday a double. Then continued to be sold doubles making a heavy bar bill.
Food and wine prices exceptionally high for a hotel of this standard. 3 gins each, With two sides, 4 mains, 1 pudding and £35 bottle of wine, cheapest on menu which was heavily sedimented like a layer of paper on bottom. £284.
Rooms not cheap.
Second night didn’t eat in hotel. Returned 8 ish to find all locked up no bar for nightcap or anything. To be honest for the amount I paid it was a joke.

2024-09-07 via Nuitee
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Raika Antonielle
6
Pros:

The owners are very kind. The room was clean. Bed is so comfortable. However, check in is very restrict and late. The hotel was closed when we arrived and we couldn’t even leave the luggage there. It’s in front of the road and railway, which means it’s very noisy. The neighbourhood is very poor for food. Most of the places close at 8 pm for dinner.

2024-09-01 via Nuitee
P
Paul family
10
Pros:

Walk up to see the excellent town and castle. Walk down to see to beach and sea

2024-08-16 via Nuitee
V
Virginia Polly partner
10
Pros:

Next time we would love to stay longer. Old school quality. Top marks 👍

2024-07-28 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Had a great stay.
Pros:

Friendly staff, cosy room, no complaints.

2024-07-26 via Nuitee
R
Richard
4
Hospitality redifined
Pros:

A 3-night stay.
This ‘Hotel’ has an unorthodox approach to ‘Hospitality’ and is run for the convenience of the owners, not the guests. On booking, take note of the ‘nonrefundable’ terms – so no economic escape to alternative accommodation.
Hotel? Closer description would be a B & B with food or pub with rooms.
Short time frame for mealtimes. No comfortable lounge area, just a bar and restaurant. The bar may or may not be open. Depends upon the owner’s whim.
The one meal we ate was good, pricey for what it was, and the drinks were eye watering London Hotel prices. Breakfast good, but nouvelle cuisine size.
Bedrooms not serviced during stay.
The hotel is clean. The Kingsize bed was comfortable, the bedroom spacious, the walls are paper thin and the plumbing noisy.
Poor value

2024-07-15 via Nuitee
J
Joyce
10
Great find.
Pros:

Lovely room friendly hosts, excellent food.

We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed every minute.

2024-05-13 via Nuitee
P
Philip partner
10
Pros:

The hotel was lovely the food was excellent room was excellent as well the staff were very friendly

2024-02-26 via Nuitee
X
Xavier
10
Lovely place
Pros:

Lovely place to stay, room was clean, staff were friendly and helpful and accommodating. Very good for dogs

2023-06-26 via Nuitee
R
robert
6
A mixed bag
Pros:

Certainly a quirky establishment with many positive features. Don't know whether it can be classified as a hotel or a restaurant/pub with 7 rooms or simply a b&b. There is a regimented timetable for guests with little flexibility. Clearly the owner has a routine and its a like it or lump it attitude.
The food is excellent although a little overpriced. Clearly there is an excellent chef although the menu is limited including breakfast options.
Having spent the day walking in the area i was very disappointed to find the bar had already closed at 8.30pm. Clearly this is not a hotel that caters for its guests.
On the plus side the ladies serving breakfast were excellent.

2023-06-11 via Nuitee
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Louise
8
Y Branwen
Pros:

Good stay, big bed room 5, tasty breakfast. On a Weds no food available & bar closed. Is on lower level to castle. We found Harlech to be very quiet in eve only Indian tandoori open, pub does not sell food. Lovely beach over the dunes

2023-06-09 via Nuitee
I
Iwona
10
Pros:

Very friendly atmosphere.

2023-05-08 via Nuitee
C
Claire partner
4
Pros:

Property, had character, owner was pleasant, morning kitchen staff were professional and friendly

2022-09-25 via Nuitee
P
Paul partner
4
Pros:

Supposed to be dog friendly but owners 2 huskies have free reign. Our dog was totally stressed by them. Harlech has little in the way of facilities and hotel was closed up around 9, no bar etc. We're booked in for 2 nights but just went home instead. Not worth the hassle to stay

2022-09-20 via Nuitee
D
Dylan partner
10
Pros:

The staff were delightful and the food was wonderful.

2022-09-13 via Nuitee