Y Branwen Hotel

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Your Stay in Harlech | Y Branwen Hotel

Y Branwen Hotel is a boutique establishment nestled in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, offering a unique blend of tranquillity and hospitality. Our venue combines a warm, adult-focused atmosphere with a passion for quality homemade food and an extensive gin collection, catering to discerning guests seeking relaxation and connection with nature. Located just below Harlech Castle, we provide easy access to UNESCO World Heritage landscapes, miles of sandy beaches, and the rugged beauty of the Welsh countryside.

Our seven elegantly appointed rooms feature super-king beds, luxurious toiletries, and thoughtful amenities, while our restaurant and gin bar showcase locally sourced Welsh produce and over 70 gins. We prioritise a quiet, intimate experience, welcoming dogs in all areas and offering a carefully curated menu of seasonal dishes. With a commitment to preserving the region's charm, we operate seasonally, ensuring our guests enjoy the serenity of rural North Wales without the distractions of modern hustle.

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Highlights and features

We offer a unique dog-friendly environment with no additional charges for pets.
Our seasonal menus feature locally sourced Welsh ingredients prepared in-house.
We provide exclusive access to Snowdonia's landscapes and Harlech Castle.
Our intimate setting ensures personalized service with no large group bookings.
We maintain a curated gin collection of over 70 varieties for connoisseurs.

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Accommodation

Our seven elegantly appointed rooms feature super-king beds, luxurious toiletries, and homemade biscuits. Executive rooms offer additional space and coffee machines. Dogs are welcome in all rooms for a 14 supplement per night. The hotel's intimate setting ensures a peaceful stay for adults seeking tranquillity in Snowdonia.

Restaurant

Seasonal menus showcase locally sourced Welsh produce, crafted into homemade dishes. Booking is required in advance with limited tables available. The restaurant maintains a quiet, adult-focused atmosphere, with meals served from 6pm. Young adults dining from the full menu are welcome if respectful of other guests.

Gin Bar

Our Gin Bar boasts over 70 varieties, including Welsh gins and rare finds, alongside 35 whiskies and premium wines. Open from 3pm seasonally, it serves as the hotel's social hub. Draught beers, ciders, and a curated wine list complement the extensive spirits collection for connoisseurs.

Dog-Friendly Policy

We welcome dogs throughout the premises, including all bedrooms, with a small supplement. The policy caters to pet owners seeking flexible travel options. However, the hotel is unsuitable for guests with dog allergies due to the pervasive presence of pets.

Booking Terms

A 20% deposit is required for bookings over 14 days in advance, with full payment taken 14 days prior. Direct bookings offer better rates than third-party sites. Late cancellations within 14 days incur non-refundable charges, and late check-ins may result in additional fees or forfeiture of the booking.

Questions

What are check-in and breakfast times?

Check-in is between 4pm and 6pm. Breakfast is served at 8:30am or 9am.

Are dogs allowed at the hotel?

Yes, all rooms and areas welcome dogs for a £14 supplement per night.

Can I book a table in the restaurant?

Table bookings require advance email confirmation; no online reservations are available.

Is the hotel suitable for children?

We are adult-focused; young adults dining from the full menu are welcome if respectful.

What payment methods are accepted?

Payments are taken via our booking portal; third-party bookings are paid in full upfront.

Are there group booking options?

No, we do not accept groups larger than four people for rooms or dining.

Reviews (6)

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Julia Dilinskas

Nov 07, 2021 Report

Absolutely loved it here! my boyfriend and i stayed for our first holiday out of england and the place was great :) the food was perfect and the dogs there kept us lovely company! ((ps. they are so adorable!)) there are lively little shops nearby as well as being local to a beach. would definitely recommend going if you need a nice and comfortable sleep as well as a good time. the staff were absolutely welcoming too!

Jane Lynch

Oct 26, 2021 Report

A warm welcome from start to finish. Comfy room with a Queen size bed. Perfect location for walking to Harlech Beach or travelling the North West coastline. Food was amazing and the fillet steak was the best I ever had in a restaurant. Very dog friendly. Suki had an amazing time too. Lovely kind people. I will be back one day.

S. X.

Sep 28, 2021 Report

I went to Harlech for the weekend. Came to this pub and asked if we could eat, I was asked if I had booked and I replied no. So I was told I couldn't eat. I asked if we can drink and was told yes, was then directed to a table where we ended up staying for over and hour and had a couple of drinks. Felt uncomfortable that we were allowed to sit for drinks only. It wasn't busy and we could have eaten in the time we were there. Didn't go back and won't in the future.

Jon Bennett

Aug 30, 2021 Report

Very nice hotel in Harlech. The staff are very friendly and, should you have a canine friend, they're dog friendly too. The food was excellent, although the portion sizes aren't hugely generous. Pro tip: in these COVID times, you'll need a face covering whilst you're not seated (this looks to apply to most of Harlech.) Pro tip 2: there aren't a lot of places to eat in the local area, so be organised, because otherwise finding food can be interesting in the summer...

Steve Guilliatt

Aug 07, 2021 Report

We went twice to this pub and sat outside both times in the evening (fantastic weather)very nice/ helpful staff. A couple of real ales and a number of Gin's. It does food but we only had drinks. Would recommend.

Mike Conquest

Jun 05, 2021 Report

Firmly told rudely..WE DO NOT CATER for CHILDREN!!!!!! Never heard of such a thing in 50+ years of dining experience.
menu looked interesting but obviously of no use to children. We weren't asked their age..could have been 14 say? Wonder what the cut off age is!! This is in the outback if West Wales of course!