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The Swallow Falls Inn

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed · Hotel

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A 39-room hotel on Holyhead Road in Betws-y-Coed, with a restaurant and bar serving food guests describe as a real highlight.

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About The Swallow Falls Inn

A restaurant and bar with a solid reputation for good food sets the tone at The Swallow Falls Inn, on Holyhead Road in Betws-y-Coed. Breakfast is included and packed lunches can be arranged for a day out on the trails, while the bar offers a place to unwind after exploring Snowdonia, with drinks available in the room too for those who prefer to stay put.

The hotel has 39 rooms across two floors, all en-suite, including family rooms, and many with mountain views. The refurbished interiors are comfortable and well kept, and the property welcomes dogs, making it a practical base for walkers travelling with pets. A garden, picnic area and outdoor seating give extra space to sit out, and there's a spa and sauna on-site for guests wanting to relax further.

Free on-site parking, an EV charge point and free WiFi cover the practical side, while the surrounding area offers walking and cycling routes, fishing, golf, horse riding and watersports, plus pubs and restaurants nearby. Staff are generally helpful and the setting is well suited to exploring the region, though service can be slow at busier times.

What guests say

Alexander Higson

Quick bar service with a wide variety of drinks and very friendly staff. Conveniently placed paid parking for the Swallow Falls Waterfall across the road. (£2.20 for two hours using the RingGo mobile app - On-site payment machine displayed “Out of Order” on screen.) Free parking if you eat/drink inside the inn and register your number plate. Extremely clean interior and toilets. Accessible toilet available with RADAR key.

3 weeks ago · via Google

Rhi M

Stayed at The Swallow Falls Inn for one night with 3 adults, 3 dogs & a baby. The place was easy to find, & even easier to check in, the rooms were spacious & clean, especially as we stayed in the ‘dog friendly’ rooms. My only criticism is that the room I was staying in smelt a little musky, I believe the front door must have been leaking which lead to the carpet being damp, hence the musky smell. Other than that, can’t complain at all - the breakfast was nice, the food was good & the staff were very accommodating. Would definitely stay here again :)

2 months ago · via Google

Kirst Parky

Loved this place.! Feels like a small and friendly hotel but is a large hotel incorporating a camp site and glamping pods. Straight opposite the falls with a large car park. This parking is free to hotel guests which was great. Not far from local town but a good walk if you fancy it. We arrived to find staff had not turned up and the lady on reception was juggling a lot of different jobs but were met with a warm welcome, friendly and professional. Asked where our small dog was allowed and she literally said every where. They charge £15 a night for a dog. We had booked a cosy double. The room was very small but it was very clean, nicely furnished and was very comfortable. Bathroom felt new and was extremely clean. Bonus of a fan and iron and board in there. Well thought out rooms. If you are taking dogs there are plenty of bowls and water on tap literally. We stayed for food the first night and unfortunately although the service was great the food wasnt. Portion sizes were good but chips were cold and felt like they had be cooked earlier and slightly warmed, I had the scampi which was obviously frozen type was not great quality. This was hugely disappointing after we had loved everything else. Breakfast, however was fantastic. A good choice of food, plenty to eat and arrived hot. Again service was excellent. They have a deal were if you stay for at least two nights and dont ask for linen or towel change you get a free drink. When we asked about this on our ladt night we were told we should have done this the first night. As we had not been informed of the deal at check in they allowed us to have the drinks but be warned you need to let them know. On our second night we went to the local town for food. Arrived back at hotel and stayed for drinks, the food looked better than night before and they had drafted in a manager from another of the hotels to help out. He and the girl mentioned earlier worked really well together and just were so friendly and helpful Would definitely come back to this hotel

a month ago · via Google

Dalbinder Thind

Stayed at the camp site end of June 2026. Hotel was freshly decorated (excellent choice of decor) and the staff we all welcoming and pleasant to chat too. Campsite showers and toilets were also new and better equipped than my local gym. Showers lack any thermostat so the hot water may be an issue to some in the summer periods. Camp site included a 3 tier camping area, we stayed at the bottom one. Plenty of room and everyone camping were nice. Car park is plentiful and caters for EV vehicles. We were able to drive car up to fields to unpack and load. Otherwise it's about a few minute walk to car park. Not specific to hotel but useful to know if staying in area: If you like white noise, then the waterfall will put you to sleep, if not expect constant noise, all night. There are mosquito and midges everywhere, worse on the camping fields, including in the town and will annoy you if your eating out. Just make sure your aware when it's mating season for this pests. We were bitten all over. Although we didn't eat at the hotel, If you love food, the local town has plenty of restaurants to satisfy all tastes. But be warned, everything closes early and most resturant last order is at 9pm. Would recommend the camping area, it's ideally situated for anyone hiking around the area. Only reflected a 3 star because of the mosquito and midges, otherwise it'll be higher.

a month ago · via Google

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Guests consistently praise this inn for its comfortable, spacious, and clean rooms, delicious food, friendly and helpful staff, beautifully refurbished and dog-friendly setting, and convenient parking.

Other reviews mention the service can be inattentive and slow.

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At a glance

Address
Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, LL24 0DW Get directions
Property type
Hotel
Location
Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed
Destination
Betws-y-Coed