Royal Ship

Hotels
8.8 (1019 reviews)
Queens Square , Dolgellau , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Restaurant timing issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.04
Room cleanliness was criticized in multiple reviews, with mentions of dust, mould, and overall lack of deep cleaning.
Service
9.21
Staff were frequently noted as friendly and helpful, despite some challenges during busy times.
Location
9.25
Location is praised for its convenience and accessibility to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms are described as lovely and spacious, though some issues with cleanliness were noted.
Amenities
8.73
Amenities like the breakfast and the dog-friendly options received positive feedback, but some criticized missing items like a fridge.
Value for Money
8.39
Overall value appears fair based on feedback, though there were minor complaints about certain amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.04
Food quality received commendations, especially breakfast, but some service issues were noted during peak times.
Overall Experience
9.01
Most guests had a positive experience overall, despite some negative aspects regarding cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:26

Property Description

Charming Accommodations in the Heart of Snowdonia

Convenient Amenities: The Royal Ship hotel offers comfortable rooms equipped with modern amenities such as TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and complimentary toiletries. Whether you prefer an en suite bathroom or a private allocated one, we cater to your needs.

Delicious Dining Options: Start your day with a hearty buffet breakfast featuring both English and continental choices. Indulge in a variety of Welsh and British dishes at our restaurant, all prepared with locally sourced ingredients for a fresh and flavorful experience.

Adventure Awaits: Nestled in the breathtaking Snowdonia National Park, our hotel provides easy access to outdoor activities like fishing, canoeing, and climbing Cadair Idris. Explore the surrounding mountains, rivers, lakes, and beaches for a truly unforgettable stay.

Experience the beauty of Snowdonia at Royal Ship - Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that parking spaces are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternatively there is plenty of parking available close by via pay and display.

Pets are permitted to the property, but please be aware that only a selected number of rooms can accommodate pets.

If guests are bringing their pet, please inform the property in advance to your arrival. Please note, this is subject to the availability of eligible rooms that can accommodate pets and must be agreed by the property beforehand.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1019 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.04
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 9.04
Overall Experience: 9.01
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Bruce • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Craig • couple • nz
7
Pros:

the location was good but difficult to get long term parking. The staff were pleasant

Cons:

That room we were given was not good. It was very small, the smallest on the floor and it faced difficult into the afternoon sun. The windows would not open. Considering we booked 4 months in advance it was very disappointing. The photos on booking.com are a poor representation of the room. Room 110 -avoid it.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
8
Friendly staff.
Pros:

Clean and cool in the heat.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Joe • extended_group • gb
10
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • gb
9
Comfortable hotel with secure motorcycle parking
Pros:

Secure parking for our bikes. Welcoming and efficient staff. It has a lift. Good sized room.

Cons:

The menu looked good, but finished serving food at 8.00 so didn't get to sample it.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • gb
8
Weekend stay to see family
Pros:

Really lovely, clean room - well stocked too! Very quiet and felt comfortable as a solo visitor. Great location and staff were lovely from the receptionist to cleaners to breakfast staff. Great breakfast included too.

Cons:

The room was a little hot but there were fans provided. Shower lacked pressure. Overall pretty minor points!

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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peter • extended_group • gb
8
Great base to explore the area
Pros:

Old hotel in the town centre

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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george • family_with_children • gb
8
We really enjoyed our stay at the royal ship, and dolgellau is a very town to visit
Pros:

Breakfast was good, staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel is nicely situated in the middle of town.

Cons:

A minor issue - all the TV channels had a weird voiceover going on all the time. Also be aware that the church bells chime every quarter of an hour!

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • gb
10
The front of house man was very welcoming as we were arriving later than expected. He advised us regarding the secure st
Pros:

Central town square, ideal for enjoying the character and atmosphere of Dolgellau.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
4
Dissatisfied
Pros:

Breakfast was poor

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Charlene • couple • gb
8
Very good place to stay
Pros:

Staff was very friendly and helpful food was very good and the room was lovely

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Damien • family_with_children • gb
7
Good but let itself down on basic things
Pros:

Great food and pleasant staff, great looking building

Cons:

The rooms needed a bit of tlc, cups in rooms were dirty, the bathrooms had mouldy silicone and grout dirty sink hole shame really as it could be wonderful just let down on the cleanliness -

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • gb
9
Extremely enjoyable stay and we will definitely be back
Pros:

Everything! Right in the middle of town. Lovely staff, clean and comfortable. Good food and service!

Cons:

If I’m being really picky the pillows were much too soft. Vege sausages were awful! Very small price to pay for an otherwise really lovely hotel

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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HASAN • family_with_children • gb
1
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • gb
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Very good location, a perfect pub with bedrooms. Good food, friendly staff

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Ségur-Cabanac • couple • at
9
Incredible value for money stay with super friendly staff in a historic central building.
Pros:

The staff was fantastic, super friendly and helpful. Lunch and dinner was excellent, super tasty and honest.
The location is central and great, the price is SUPERB and on its own, already makes some of the flaws (listed below as actionable feedback) just not matter because you get a mega cozy acommodation with great staff with fantastic value for money. We enjoyed our time in Wales quite a lot and the Royal Ship was a big part of that.

Thank you so much!

Cons:

The breakfast was... let's say ruggedly authentic. Simple and functional. Not bad, but just not comparable to dinner and lunch, which was outstanding.
The bed was eeeever so slightly tilted downwards at the head side. It's not bad but once you notice it you can't forget it.
The water system needs an upgrade. Warm water needs a lot of time to arrive in the shower and if one person flushes the toilet it needs a few minutes to properly reset for the next flush.
There's a few patches that need fixing up like wall tapestry or the window shutters not closing properly.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Ross • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
9
Perfect hotel in the heart of Dolgellau
Pros:

Wonderful staff and a great location

Cons:

I’d complain about the tiny lift, but at least this hotel has one!

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee