The Groes Inn
Ty'n-y-Groes, on the Llanrwst road · Inn
View on Google MapsPhoto: Groes Inn Hotel and Restaurant Conwy
In short: The Groes Inn is a place to stay in Conwy, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,510 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.
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The oldest licensed pub in Wales, a 16th-century coaching inn a few miles from Conwy with en-suite rooms and a well-regarded restaurant.
What's nearby
- Tesla Destination Charger next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
About The Groes Inn
The Groes Inn, on the Llanrwst road at Ty'n-y-Groes a few miles south of Conwy, claims the title of the oldest licensed pub in Wales, with a history dating to the 16th century. It is run by the JW Lees brewery and combines a traditional pub trade, cask ales and seasonal menus built around local ingredients, with a small number of en-suite guest rooms.
Rooms keep the low ceilings and thick walls typical of a building this age, furnished in a country inn style rather than boutique minimalism, and the inn is dog-friendly throughout its public areas. Its restaurant has built a strong local reputation, with dishes such as its three cheese and onion pie regularly singled out by visitors, and a fixed-price midweek menu alongside a full à la carte offering.
Set back from Conwy itself in the Conwy Valley, the Groes Inn suits visitors who want a rural, historic pub stay with easy access by car to both the town and the wider valley, including Bodnant Garden, rather than a walking-distance base inside the walls.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:30 PM
People say this inn offers delicious food, including Sunday roasts and a great value set menu, with many rooms featuring stunning countryside views. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, comfortable beds, and dog-friendly atmosphere.
Some reviews mention the rooms can be poorly maintained.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Inn
- Location
- Ty'n-y-Groes, on the Llanrwst road
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.7 / 10 (1,300 reviews)
- Prices from
- £129 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Destination
- Conwy
Quick answers
Is The Groes Inn any good?
The Groes Inn is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,510 Google reviews.
Is The Groes Inn dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at The Groes Inn.
Is The Groes Inn good for children?
Yes, The Groes Inn is listed as good for children.
Is there parking at The Groes Inn?
Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.
How do I contact The Groes Inn?
Call The Groes Inn on +44 1492 650545.