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Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly

3.5 star property

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Located close to Royal St. David's Golf Club and Harlech Castle, Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Golf view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Harlech, Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly is next to a golf course and near the beach. Harlech Castle and Portmeirion Central Piazza are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Portmeirion Sands. Don't miss out on a visit to Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. Visit our Harlech travel guide
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LL46 2UB, Wales, Harlech, Ffordd Newydd

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park
    Eryri National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A view of Harlech Castle
    Harlech Castle
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Barmouth Beach
    Barmouth Beach
    23 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Royal St. David's Golf Club
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hufenfa'r Castell
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Harlech Station
    4 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    118 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Australia
    17 min drive
  • Caffi Glas
    17 min drive
  • Castle Deudraeth
    17 min drive
  • Castle Creamery
    4 min walk
  • Town Hall
    17 min drive

About this property

Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly

Hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Harlech Castle
Located close to Royal St. David's Golf Club, Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Renovated entire property - February 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 3 to November 30:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 14 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 16 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 14 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 16 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Y Branwen Hotel Harlech
Y Branwen Harlech
Y Branwen
Y Branwen Hotel Harlech
Y Branwen Hotel
Y Branwen Dog Friendly Harlech
Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly Hotel
Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly Harlech
Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly Hotel Harlech

Frequently asked questions

Is Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 14 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly located?

Situated in Harlech, this golf hotel is steps from Royal St. David's Golf Club and Harlech Castle. Eryri National Park and Portmeirion Central Piazza are also within 9 mi (15 km). Harlech Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Reviews

Y Branwen Hotel - Adults Only and Dog Friendly Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 197 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most dog friendly hotel I've stayed in. The owners were very hospitable and relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely stay and was greeted by the most gorgeous dogs. Staff was very friendly and food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a great stay.

Friendly staff, cosy room, no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely the food was excellent room was excellent as well the staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find.

Lovely room friendly hosts, excellent food. We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed the one night we stayed but the morning breakfast was good. At base of hill where harlech castle sits. Good exercise! Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

natasha roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very doggy friendly hotel. Friendly staff. Made our dog very welcome. Comfy bed. Room was clean. Lovely location. Food was nice but not cheap. Quality over quantity so this pushed the bill up as we had pudding too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Adults Only

The accommodation was dated but clean. The owner I found to be blasé and not very customer orientated. Whilst I appreciate the dog friendly ambience, having large dogs on the restaurant floor seemed a bit much. Not my favourite place tbh.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Raika Antonielle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The owners are very kind. The room was clean. Bed is so comfortable. However, check in is very restrict and late. The hotel was closed when we arrived and we couldn’t even leave the luggage there. It’s in front of the road and railway, which means it’s very noisy. The neighbourhood is very poor for food. Most of the places close at 8 pm for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Hospitality redifined

A 3-night stay. This ‘Hotel’ has an unorthodox approach to ‘Hospitality’ and is run for the convenience of the owners, not the guests. On booking, take note of the ‘nonrefundable’ terms – so no economic escape to alternative accommodation. Hotel? Closer description would be a B & B with food or pub with rooms. Short time frame for mealtimes. No comfortable lounge area, just a bar and restaurant. The bar may or may not be open. Depends upon the owner’s whim. The one meal we ate was good, pricey for what it was, and the drinks were eye watering London Hotel prices. Breakfast good, but nouvelle cuisine size. Bedrooms not serviced during stay. The hotel is clean. The Kingsize bed was comfortable, the bedroom spacious, the walls are paper thin and the plumbing noisy. Poor value
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not impressed. Poor value for money. Our friends paid for night at the high class bron eifion hotel in criccieth it was amazing. For a very similar price per night I had paid for two nights at this hotel all for our 70 th birthdays. I was embarrassed. There was no comparison. E.g choose breakfast on arrival and that’s what you got both days. Cereal was served up for you on the table . Small jugs of milk not enough for teas never mind cereal. When we asked for more milk the owner jokingly said do you all work for the milk marketing board. Not funny. The number of times we had to ask for more milk was embarrassing. Cooked breakfast very good quality. No fruit juice. All very managed like it was done on a strict budget. Ordered first drinks asked if we wanted singles or doubles Said it’s husbands birthday a double. Then continued to be sold doubles making a heavy bar bill. Food and wine prices exceptionally high for a hotel of this standard. 3 gins each, With two sides, 4 mains, 1 pudding and £35 bottle of wine, cheapest on menu which was heavily sedimented like a layer of paper on bottom. £284. Rooms not cheap. Second night didn’t eat in hotel. Returned 8 ish to find all locked up no bar for nightcap or anything. To be honest for the amount I paid it was a joke.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were delightful and the food was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iwona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Claire

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property, had character, owner was pleasant, morning kitchen staff were professional and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Lovely place to stay, room was clean, staff were friendly and helpful and accommodating. Very good for dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk up to see the excellent town and castle. Walk down to see to beach and sea
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All we could wish for.

Perfect location. Very dog friendly. Near to the beach and Snowdonia. Great food. Very nice people. Absolutely loved our stay. Would be our place to come back again to if we visit Snowdonia NP again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, highly recommended

Lovely stay. Please ignore any negative comments about the dogs (Kai & Storm) were extremely well behaved. The would lay quietly by the entrance to the dining room. The owner was entertaining & the food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Next time we would love to stay longer. Old school quality. Top marks 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Staff & service

Two night stay in Harlech

Older hotel on the main road below the castle. Rooms are small but functional. Bed pretty good. Service was fine. If you don't like dogs this is not the hotel for you, however the owners dogs are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Y Branwen

Good stay, big bed room 5, tasty breakfast. On a Weds no food available & bar closed. Is on lower level to castle. We found Harlech to be very quiet in eve only Indian tandoori open, pub does not sell food. Lovely beach over the dunes
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Supposed to be dog friendly but owners 2 huskies have free reign. Our dog was totally stressed by them. Harlech has little in the way of facilities and hotel was closed up around 9, no bar etc. We're booked in for 2 nights but just went home instead. Not worth the hassle to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A mixed bag

Certainly a quirky establishment with many positive features. Don't know whether it can be classified as a hotel or a restaurant/pub with 7 rooms or simply a b&b. There is a regimented timetable for guests with little flexibility. Clearly the owner has a routine and its a like it or lump it attitude. The food is excellent although a little overpriced. Clearly there is an excellent chef although the menu is limited including breakfast options. Having spent the day walking in the area i was very disappointed to find the bar had already closed at 8.30pm. Clearly this is not a hotel that caters for its guests. On the plus side the ladies serving breakfast were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service
Location was great, Harlech beach is beautiful along with the castle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great food and veey friendly

Great stay. Lovely food. Salmon mousse to start and a perfectly cooked fillet to follow. My girlfriend had vegetable cassolette which she said was really good. Friendly staff and 2 lovely huskies in the bar and reception. So well trained they stay out of the restaurant even when customers dogs are in there! Great breakfast. Only go there if you like dogs! It must be impossible not to once you have met the owners huskies! Rooms are comfortable with great showers. As previous comments the range of spirits on the bar is great with some unusual tipples. Owner seems to have a real passion for some of them. Walk to the beach at sunset - it sets behind the mountains on the other side of the bay and illuminates them in orange glow, stunning
Stayed 1 night in May 2022