YHA Idwal Cottage Hostel Bethesda Snowdonia National Park

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YHA Idwal Cottage

Nant Ffrancon
Bangor
Gwynedd
Wales
LL57 3LZ
United Kingdom

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YHA Idwal Cottage is a comfortable and eco-friendly hostel nestled in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, Wales. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty near the shores of Llyn Idwal, this rustic and cosy hostel offers a range of accommodation options, from private rooms to shared dormitories, catering to solo travellers, families, and groups. Equipped with a self-catering kitchen and a comfortable lounge with a log burner, YHA Idwal Cottage provides a warm and environmentally-conscious base for exploring the natural wonders of Snowdonia.
The hostel's prime location in Snowdonia offers guests a wealth of outdoor activities and attractions. The famous Glyder Range is right on the doorstep, making the hostel an ideal base for hiking, climbing, and wildlife spotting. A short walk from the hostel, the idyllic Llyn Idwal offers breathtaking views and opportunities for wild swimming. For mountaineers, the challenging climbs of Tryfan and the Glyderau are nearby, while the highest peak in Wales, Snowdon, is also within reach. The Ogwen Valley and the surrounding area boast a rich history and culture, with attractions such as the National Slate Museum in Llanberis, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Caernarfon Castle, and the bustling market town of Bangor a short drive away. With its eco-friendly ethos, cosy atmosphere, and fantastic location, YHA Idwal Cottage offers an excellent base for a memorable adventure in Snowdonia.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 1,012 feet / 308.5 metres above sea level

Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Disabled Facilities
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International Airports

Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Liverpool Merseyside
L24 1YD
50.4 miles
Manchester Airport
Ringway Greater Manchester
M90 1QX
74.1 miles

Local Airports

Caernarfon Airport
Caernarfon Gwynedd
LL54 5TP
13.2 miles
Anglesey Airport
Llanfair yn Neubwll Isle of Anglesey
LL65 3NX
23.2 miles

Motorways

M53 Junction 2
West Kirby,Moreton
43.0 miles
M53 Junction 1
Birkenhead, New Brighton, Wallasey
43.9 miles
M53 Junction 4
Bebington, Bromborough, Clatterbridge, Neston
43.9 miles

Railway Stations

Roman Bridge
station code = RMB
LL25 0JG
6.7 miles
Dolwyddelan
station code = DWD
LL25 0TJ
7.5 miles

Ferry Ports

Barmouth Ferry sailing to ->

Fairbourne Point

Address:
Barmouth
Gwynedd
LL42 1HB

28.0 miles

Fairbourne Point sailing to ->

Barmouth Ferry

Address:
Fairbourne
Gwynedd
LL39 1BX

28.2 miles

Attractions & places to see near this Hostel

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Rhaeadr Ogwen Waterfalls -
LL57 3LZ

SH 64993 60374

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Waterfalls at the western end of Lynn Ogwen witha large car park with toiltes, and lay by parking. A popular destination for walking in the area, for Cwm Iwal, and other mountains

0.1m / 0.2km - 1 minutes walk

Tryfan -
LL57 3LZ

SH 66384 59413

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A mountain in the Ogwen Valley overlooking Llyn Ogwen (Lake) and close to the A5 with parking laybys should you want to walk in this remote area.

Elevation = 917 Meters / 3008.5 Feet
1.1m / 1.8km - 16 minutes walk

Llyn Idwal -
LL57 3LZ

SH 64512 59584

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Llyn Idwal (lake) is one of several in the area formed by glacial action and located in Cwm Idwal Glyderau mountains of Snowdonia, close to the A5 road. There is parking and toilet's nearby should you want to stop and walk to the lake

0.5m / 0.8km - 8 minutes walk

Cantilever Stone -
LL57 3LZ

SH 65748 58317

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A stone formation on the Glyder Fach mountain range, a very large flat stone protruding into the air, seemingly unsupported at one end. A boulder strewn ridge which in its way is also unusual.

1.4m / 2.3km - 21 minutes walk

Llyn Ogwen -
LL24 0EU

SH 66106 60290

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Loaction for the car park at the side of Llyn Ogwen (Lake) with spectacular views over the lake and mountain scenery, Particularly impressive when the high peaks are snow capped.

0.8m / 1.3km - 11 minutes walk

Castell Y Gwynt -
LL57 3LZ

SH 65629 58150

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Classed as a Nuttall (hill) and not part of the welsh 3000 feet summits despite its elevation of 972 metres (3189 feet) a sub peak of Glyder Fach in the Glyderau mountain range

Elevation = 972 Meters / 3189 Feet
1.4m / 2.3km - 22 minutes walk

Cwm Idwal Nature Reserve -
LL57 3LZ

SH 64324 59266

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The visitor centre is the ideal place to start a visit to Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve on the A5 near Llyn Ogwen mid way between Capel Curig and Bethesda. Coordinates are for the Nature Reserve at Cwm Idwal

0.8m / 1.3km - 12 minutes walk

Glyder Fawr -
LL55 4NY

SH 64302 57948

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The highest peak in the Snowdonia Glyder Fawr mountain range, located between the Ogwen Valley north and the Llanberis Pass south. The Cantilever Stone lies to the east of the summit

Elevation = 1001 Meters / 3284.1 Feet
1.5m / 2.4km - 23 minutes walk

Pen yr Ole Wen -
LL57 3LZ

SH 65558 61877

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Part of the Carneddau mountain range overlooking Lyn Ogwen and the A5 road.

Elevation = 978 Meters / 3208.7 Feet
1m / 1.6km - 15 minutes walk

Carnedd Dafydd -
LL57 3DQ

SH 66147 62920

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Part of the Carneddau mountain range

Elevation = 1044 Meters / 3425.2 Feet
1.8m / 2.9km - 27 minutes walk