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Basecamp Wales offers family-run hostel accommodation in Llanllyfni, on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and 30.3 km from Pen-Y-Pass and 8.2 km to the beach at Dinas Dinlle. Free WiFi is offered in public areas and free private parking is available on site. There is a flock of alpacas and sheep in the field, and free feed for kids to give to them. Staff were excellent when we arrived, giving a site tour.

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9.4
Superb
1,397 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Set in Llanberis, 7 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway, Lodge Dinorwig Hostel offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hostel is within 40 km of Portmeirion and 44 km of Llandudno Pier. The property is non-smoking and is situated 13 km from Snowdon. Excellent facility, incredibly helpful stuff.

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9.7
Exceptional
389 reviews

Located in Caernarfon and within 13 km of Snowdon Mountain Railway, Totters Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 19 km from Snowdon, 36 km from Portmeirion and 47 km from Llandudno Pier. The hostel has family rooms. Spacious room. Great view. Very clean and modern.

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9.4
Superb
707 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Llety Glyndwr - Bunkhouse features free WiFi and views of mountain in Trawsfynydd. The property is around 18 km from Portmeirion, 40 km from Snowdon and 46 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and an ATM for guests.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Lovely accommodation, lovely and welcoming staff. Everything was clean, I received towels on the house (a lot of bunk houses don't do it). The room was really warm as well as the shower

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9.2
Superb
79 reviews
Price from
US$91
per night

Placed at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), the YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass is surrounded by stunning Welsh landscape in a rural location, with no mobile phone signal - offering guests a break from technology. WiFi is offered in public areas. Tasty food including a freshly cooked breakfast is on offer in the comfortable dining area. Best place to stay for climbing Snowdon. Just the right level of comfort considering convenience. Staff helpful and great kitchen cooking up food after a long hike!

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8.4
Very good
1,232 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Featuring a bar, Tafarn Yr Heliwr is set in Nefyn in the Gwynedd region, 35 km from Portmeirion and 43 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi. The hostel features family rooms. clean, quiet, bed was comfortable, everything seemed recently renovated. The person who checked us in was welcoming. Pub downstairs was great for a last drink.

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8.9
Fabulous
278 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

All units in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. All rooms at Canolfan Y Fron are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Portmeirion is 31 km from the hostel, while Bangor Cathedral is 25 km from the property. Great place and good location.

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8.4
Very good
113 reviews
Price from
US$119
per night

Gallt y Glyn Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Llanberis. Located around 7.9 km from Snowdon, the hostel with free WiFi is also 39 km away from Portmeirion. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. The Landlord couple are very kind. I need to go bangor to take the train, but I missed the bus. When I walked to Bangor, they saw me and took me to the Bangor railway station.

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8.5
Very good
585 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Located in Caernarfon and within 13 km of Snowdon Mountain Railway, Ty Glyndwr Bunkhouse, Bar and cafe features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hostel is within 19 km of Snowdon and 36 km of Portmeirion. Guests can enjoy city views. Super friendly staff and the mattresses, pillows and blanket were hotel quality

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8.6
Fabulous
368 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Situated in Bethesda, 19 km from Snowdon, YHA Idwal Cottage features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 25 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. Great location in the heart of Snowdonia. Definitely necessary to get a car to come here, as it is much more convenient. But great views and value. Got a free upgrade as well thanks to nice staff.

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8.6
Fabulous
284 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

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