Craig-Y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel - Betws-y-Coed

4-star Gold Award-winning Victorian country house on the River Conwy in Betws-y-Coed

Accommodations & Grounds

Craig-Y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel sits on 16 acres of woodland slopes and gardens bordering the River Conwy. The hotel offers rooms with river valley views, and some rooms include private balconies or hot tubs overlooking the water. Standard rooms are spacious, and the property also provides a Garden Lodge for guests seeking ground-floor access.

Dining

The Riverside Restaurant serves AA Rosette-quality cuisine with a focus on locally sourced ingredients, including Welsh lamb and salmon. Guests can choose from a three-course dinner menu or a Taste of Wales menu, with dishes prepared by an award-winning head chef. Breakfast includes a Full Welsh option and a continental buffet, with views of the river from the conservatory dining area.

Location & Activities

The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Betws-y-Coed village center and lies within Snowdonia National Park, giving direct access to hiking, mountain biking, and climbing. Nearby attractions include Zip World Fforest and Conwy Castle, both a short drive away. On-site activities include canoeing, fishing, and walking tours along the river, with equipment such as badminton gear available for guest use.

Pet-Friendly Policies

Craig y Dderwen hotel allows dogs in designated accommodations, with pet bowls, bedding, and treats provided in the room. Dogs are welcome in the gardens and on the riverside grounds, and there is a separate area in the restaurant for guests dining with pets. The hotel provides towels at reception for drying off dogs after rainy walks.

Additional Services

The hotel offers free on-site parking and an electric vehicle charging station for guest use. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible room with grab rails, a lowered bathroom sink, and a raised toilet. The 24-hour front desk provides concierge service, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out, while the bar has a real log fire and a terrace overlooking the grounds.

• Location: On the River Conwy, within Snowdonia National Park, 10 min walk to Betws-y-Coed
• Rooms: Riverside views, balconies, hot tubs, Garden Lodge
• Dining: AA Rosette restaurant with locally sourced Welsh menus
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed with bedding, bowls, treats, and separate dining area
• Activities: Canoeing, fishing, hiking, walking tours, badminton
• Parking: Free on-site parking plus EV charging station