Saracens Head

Hotels
8.4 (845 reviews)
Caernarfon Road , Beddgelert , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Pets allowed
Hiking
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Spacious rooms
Cons:
No hot water
No parking available
Extractor fan noise
Weak fish and chips

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Most reviews highlight cleanliness; however, issues like the extractor fan noise were mentioned.
Service
8.75
Many reviews praised the friendly and attentive staff, contributing positively to guest experiences.
Location
8.95
Repeatedly described as excellent and convenient, which contributes to the overall appeal of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms received positive feedback, though some noted temperature issues.
Amenities
8.45
General sentiment leaned toward positive, with rooms and services meeting basic expectations.
Value for Money
8.15
Guests felt they got decent value, despite a few critiques regarding specific aspects.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Most guests enjoyed the food quality, though one negative mention regarding fish and chips affected the perception.
Overall Experience
8.35
Guests largely expressed satisfaction with their overall experience, despite some criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 11:28

Property Description

Charming Accommodation
Experience cozy guest rooms with modern amenities including a seating area and tea/coffee making facilities for your comfort.

Scenic Surroundings
Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from select rooms and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Beddgelert.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions such as Llandudno and Betws-y-coed, just a short distance away from Saracens Head.

To book your stay at Saracens Head in Beddgelert, visit our website or contact us directly.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 845 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Willemken Anne • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Toi Mei • couple • gb
5
Everything was good apart from the restaurant food
Pros:

Great location, clean room

Cons:

The restaurant food was horrible

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
9
We always stay at this hotel when in the area
Pros:

Room was spotless and bed was comfortable with superb bathroom. Food was terrific and staff very friendly

Cons:

No dislikes

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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William • family_with_children • gb
9
lovey place and great situation. Breakfast great but pub food let it down.
Pros:

huge veggie breakfast and i couldn't eat it all. Room was excellent. Wifi was a bit dodgy.

Cons:

meals/ food in pub was distinctly average and closed at 8pm? Straight out the brake bros lorry. :-(

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Superb breakfast
Pros:

The breakfast is superb.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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cm • couple • gb
8
Great place to stay
Pros:

Great location
Comfortable rooms

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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julie • couple • gb
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Colette • couple • gb
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • de
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Tessa • couple • be
8
Mooie, ruime kamer in Beddgelert
Pros:

De kamer was mooi en ruim. Geen opmerkingen. Het hotel ligt in het midden van het stadje. Er was parking voor de auto.

Cons:

Er is enkel "cooked breakfast", dus geen fruit, brood, yoghurt enz.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Ine • couple • be
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Therese • couple • gb
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Maria de Fátima • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Acomodação confortável, tudo limpo e organizado.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Mike-Collins • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful hotel in the heart of Beddgelert. The rooms were beautiful and all the staff amazing

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • us
10
Pros:

Lovely staff! Really working hard during heat wave and World Cup games. Kept old charm while successfully updating w modern rooms.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • gb
4
Not value for money wouldn’t go back
Pros:

The lady we dealt with at breakfast was really helpful

Cons:

The check in was awful the guy on reception didn’t have a clue couldn’t find our room had no idea about our booking it took over an hour to get the keys, told us to go and get a drink

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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FREE • family_with_children • gb
7
perfect friendly hotel pub, great staff and great food
Pros:

staff very friendly, breakfast lovely, room spotless

Cons:

2 flights stairs. stuffy attic room despite fan but we are in heatwave, windows only open few inches

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee