Curated luxury hotels near Cardigan Bay

In 21 acres of gardens and woodland, Penmaenuchaf Hotel sits above Penmaenpool, overlooking the Mawddach estuary just a 5-minute drive from the market town of Dolgellau, in the Snowdonia National Park.

Each bedroom in this country house has a TV, tea/coffee with home baked biscuits, bathrobes, toiletries and free Wi-Fi access. There are views of the valley and mountains beyond, across the landscaped gardens and to the wooded hillside, the herb and sunken gardens.

In the mornings the hotel’s garden room restaurant provides a continental and full Welsh breakfast, while lunch and dinner menus offer contemporary British fare using fresh local produce.

The hotel features log burners, a snug bar, library, light and airy morning room and oak-panelled drawing room.

There is an abundance of leisure activities nearby including mountain biking, fishing, golf and pony trekking. There are also castles, gardens, hill walks, running trails a local park run, art galleries, white water rafting, Zip World, Bounce Below and Surf Snowdonia.

Located in Oswestry, Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa is in the mountains – a 2-minute drive from Lake Vyrnwy and 14 minutes from Llanfyllin Workhouse. This spa hotel is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Pistyll Rhaeadr.

A stay at Twr Y Felin Hotel places you in the heart of Haverfordwest – a 2-minute drive from St. David's Cathedral and 5 minutes from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. This luxury hotel is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Whitesands Bay and 5.6 mi (9 km) from The Blue Lagoon.

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Crug Glas Country House is a country house set in a historic building in St. Davids, 7.8 km from St David's Cathedral. Offering free private parking, the 5-star country house is 2.7 km from Abereiddy Beach. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

At the country house, all units include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the country house also have free WiFi. At the country house, the units have bed linen and towels.

The country house serves a continental and Full English/Irish breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can dine in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in British cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options.

Guests at Crug Glas Country House will be able to enjoy activities in and around St. Davids, like cycling and hiking. The country house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

Folly Farm is 48 km from the accommodation, while Roch Castle is 4.5 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 172 km away.

Situated in Tal-y-Cafn, 14 km from Llandudno Pier, The Tal-Y-Cafn Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a business centre and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Rooms come with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen fitted with a dishwasher. At The Tal-Y-Cafn Hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The daily breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian options.

Bodelwyddan Castle is 30 km from the accommodation, while Snowdon is 35 km from the property.

This multi-award-winning hotel is a centuries-old coaching inn located in Betws-y-Coed, within the Snowdonia National Park.

The Ty Gwyn Hotel has beamed ceilings and beautiful bedrooms. The hotel is well-known locally for its international cuisine using fresh local produce.

Located in Betws-Y-Coed, Gwydyr Hotel is next to a golf course – a 3-minute walk from Eryri National Park Visitor Centre and 11 minutes by foot from Gwydyr Forest. This golf hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Swallow Falls and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Dolwyddelan Castle.

With a stay at Trearddur Bay Hotel in Holyhead, you'll be near the beach – a 4-minute walk from Trearddur Bay Beach and a 3-minute drive from Porth Dafarch Beach. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Holyhead Harbour.

A stay at Tre-Ysgawen Hall places you in the heart of Llangefni, within a 5-minute drive of Cors Erddreiniog and Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This spa hotel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from The Dingle Nature Reserve and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Storws Wen Golf Club.

Amid 16 acres, surrounded by calm woodland slopes on the banks of the River Conwy, this 4-star gold award-winning Victorian country house offers a unique location in the village, with an emphasis on peace and quiet.

Craig-y-Dderwen is a traditional hotel in the small, but popular village of Betws-y-Coed. Just 5-10 minutes' walk from the village centre, Craig-y-Dderwen is the only hotel situated away from its busy main road.

With free parking, this is an excellent place to relax and plan your stay in the Snowdonia National Park.

Most rooms have beautiful views of either the Conwy Valley or the flowing river.

The Riverside Restaurant also overlooks the river and offers AA Rosette-quality cuisine. A choice of bars means you can either relax beside a real log fire, or overlook the 16 acres of hotel grounds.

When you stay at Royal Oak Hotel in Betws-Y-Coed, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Eryri National Park Visitor Centre and 8 minutes by foot from Gwydyr Forest. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Swallow Falls and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Conwy Falls.

With a stay at The Royal Oak Hotel, Welshpool, Mid Wales in Welshpool, you'll be just steps from Powysland Museum and Welshpool Town Hall. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Welshpool Market and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Welshpool Library.

Located in Carmarthen, Picton House Hotel is a 4-minute drive from St Clears Public Library and 7 minutes from Ysbyty Werndale Private Hospital. This hotel is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and 16 mi (25.8 km) from Tenby Beach.

Set within a beautiful Grade II listed building, dating back to the 17th century, this charming hotel boasts an idyllic setting in the village of Maentwrog, at the very heart of Snowdonia’s National Park.

Traditional, warm and comfortable, The Grapes Hotel is renowned for its home-cooked food, real ales and wonderful accommodation in North Wales. It provides the ideal base from which to enjoy a range of country pursuits, including walking, cycling and horse-riding.

Each of the bedrooms at The Grapes has been recently refurbished to provide all modern comforts required for a comfortable and relaxing stay, whilst still retaining their original period features. Real log fires provide an inviting and cosy atmosphere for the cold winter evenings.

Located in Montgomery, The Dragon Hotel is in the historical district – a 1-minute drive from Montgomery Castle and 7 minutes from Glansevern Hall Gardens. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Harry Tuffins Country Park and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Shropshire Hills.

Situated in Laugharne, close to the River Tâf estuary, this boutique hotel is known as the favourite watering hole of Dylan Thomas. Free Wi-Fi is available in some areas and there is free, limited parking on site.

Rooms at Browns Hotel have elegant décor and some feature period features like old wooden beams and exposed brick walls. Benefits include an HD TV, iPod docking station, and en suite bathroom with free toiletries.

You can relax in the reading room beside an inglenook fireplace, or enjoy a drink and listen to mellow music in the bar that Dylan Thomas visited.

The spectacular coast at Tenby is a 30-minute drive away, and Swansea is less than an hour’s drive away.

We welcome your four legged friends at an additional charge, please let us know in advance if they will be coming so we can allocate you the dog friendly room.

When you a stay at Metropole Hotel and Spa in Llandrindod Wells, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Radnorshire Museum and National Cycle Collection. This golf hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Rock Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Llandrindod Lake.

With views over the beach, Tremadog Bay and towards the ruins of Criccieth Castle, Caerwylan Hotel is situated 10 minutes’ drive from the edge of Snowdonia National Park.

An en suite shower is provided in each room at Caerwylan Hotel, as well as a flat-screen TV, double glazing and tea/coffee making facilities. Most rooms also have a bath.

During the warmer months, snacks are served in the garden. A full Welsh breakfast is also included, and the property has a well-stocked bar with a wide range of spirits, wines and locally brewed beers on offer. Dinner is available in the Tonnau Restaurant, which features a regularly changing menu.

Hiking, cycling and watersports are just some of the outdoor activities which can be enjoyed within the Snowdonia National Park. Portmeirion Village & Gardens can be reached in just under a 20-minute drive.

With a stay at The Plough Rhosmaen in Llandeilo, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park and Carreg Cennen. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Dinefwr Park & Castle and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Dinefwr Castle.

When you stay at Mellington Hall Country House Hotel in Montgomery, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Harry Tuffins Country Park and St Nicholas' Church. This country house is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Old Bell Museum and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Montgomery Castle.