Plas Coch Hotel Ltd

Hotels
7.2 (417 reviews)
52 High Street , Bala , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Delicious food
Cons:
Need for cleanliness improvements
Rooms require updates
Parking issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.28
Several reviews mention cleanliness issues, including dirty carpets and a need for refurbishment.
Service
7.75
Positive mentions of friendly and helpful staff throughout multiple reviews.
Location
8.29
The location is frequently praised as fantastic and central, indicating a strong positive sentiment.
Room Quality
6.24
Multiple comments indicate rooms need upgrading and are not very comfortable.
Amenities
7.27
Amenities such as breakfast received praise, but issues with parking and outdated elements affect perceptions.
Value for Money
6.73
The hotel is seen as reasonably priced for what it offers, though premiums are mentioned for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Most guests enjoyed the food quality and breakfast offerings.
Overall Experience
7.25
Despite some criticisms, many reviews end on a positive note, indicating a generally good experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 11:07

Property Description

Historic Coaching Inn in Scenic Bala
Located on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, Plas Coch Hotel Ltd offers traditional Welsh cuisine, a cozy bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Charming Bedrooms with Modern Amenities
The bright and airy rooms feature private bathrooms, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Each room is equipped with a TV, telephone, and tea/coffee facilities, with some retaining original characteristics.

Delightful Dining and Relaxation Options
Indulge in classic pub meals made from locally sourced ingredients at the spacious restaurant. The air-conditioned lounge bar serves light snacks, real ales, and European wines, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

Experience the beauty of Bala Lake just a short stroll away, with activities like sailing and fishing. With free parking and proximity to stunning mountain ranges, Plas Coch Hotel promises a memorable stay.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 17 years old and over stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 417 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.28
Service: 7.75
Location: 8.29
Room Quality: 6.24
Amenities: 7.27
Value for Money: 6.73
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Christina • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Good value for money, large family room, good food at the pub. Outdated and in need of a bit of TLC but ok for a night.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Cox • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The staff were really friendly and helpful. Great location with other pubs and places to eat nearby.

Cons:

As my room was on the front was quite noisy but it was Saturday night so can be expected

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Diz • solo_traveller • gb
4
Lovely area, but not a place for anyone disabled to stay.
Pros:

It was in a good location. The breakfast was quite good, served by a pleasant man. Really nice huge, fluffy towels. The evening food looked good.

Cons:

The evening staff weren't very helpful. When I asked about the parking it was in the back yard between barrels and the covered smoking area. Something hit my car there. I carried my own case up two flights of stairs. (I'm visibly disabled) There was a table of diners at the foot of the stairs, so one of them had to move out of my way for me to get past, and again when I went back down to the car. The second set of stairs was difficult to find. Stairs and stair carpet scruffy. I know it is an old building, but the bedroom floor was so uneven I had trouble keeping my balance. The bed was uncomfortable. Access to the shower was through a very narrow gap, so I had to edge in sideways! I would have liked more toast, but didn't feel comfortable asking.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Popa • family_with_children • gb
4
beautiful area but the location needs to be improved
Pros:

very friendly staff
very good food

Cons:

clean hotel room,no investments have been made for a very long time, I do not recommend it to families with small children, especially on weekends, the hotel is located in the center near the pubs the noise persists until the morning and you can't rest.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Mcneice • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very small town and situated really well, private parking out the back. Real old school hotel feel about it which is ni
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Sian • family_with_children • gb
7
Overall good but mattresses are very very tired.
Cons:

Mattresses need replacing

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • gb
8
Cons:

Cleaning required in the bathroom

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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john • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Good meals and stay OK but mattress on the bed had seen better days and hence not very comfortable.

Cons:

Poor bed

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • gb
7
OK as long as you don’t have high expectations
Pros:

For somewhere to stay to have a roof over your head, with good food and friendly staff I’d recommend it. If you have higher expectations than that though you may end up disappointed!

For me, stopping one night during a bike ride, it was fine and I’d likely use it again in future but if I was visiting the area and staying a few nights I wouldn’t be happy with the state of the bedroom I was in

Cons:

The room was very tired to say the least, it’s several years overdue a refresh. I was just staying there to break up a long bike ride so personally the state of the room didn’t really bother me and the shower worked fine. There was no heating in the room so I couldn’t dry clothes but otherwise it was warm enough.

The big let down for me was the bed, when I first laid down I thought I’d laid on the room keys but alas it was the springs poking through. To not at least have a mattress topper is pretty poor (I assume the owner doesn’t have the funds for replacing the mattress itself). I did manage to sleep ok in the end but along with the wafer thin pillows it was by far the worst hotel bed I’ve ever experienced

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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faye • couple • gb
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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radicalelf • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The staff are all very friendly, rooms are a good size and food is cooked fresh.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Nieuwenhuizen • extended_group • nl
4
Pros:

Ontbijt was niet geweldig.

Cons:

de bedden
en alles plakte van de viezigheid

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Josh • couple • gb
5
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
3
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • couple • gb
7
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
5
A bit basic compared to what is usual these days.
Pros:

Easy access to the town centre.

Cons:

It was a tired pub room.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Kieran • solo_traveller • gb
7
Solid, good bang for buck
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff. Food was very good and big portioned.

Cons:

A little rundown in the rooms

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • ie
4
Bang average rooms but friendly staff.
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helfull.
Bar food and bar staff was very good.

Cons:

Room very old, sloaping floor, old sprung matress.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee