Curated luxury hotels in Mid-Wales

When you stay at Feathers Hotel, Bar and Restaurant in Aberaeron, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre and Llanerchaeron. This luxury hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cardigan Bay and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Cardigan Bay Karting.

Located in Ruthin, 27 km from Bodelwyddan Castle, Griffin Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 37 km from Chester Racecourse.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Each room is equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, while some rooms are equipped with a kitchenette equipped with a fridge.

Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options.

Chester Zoo is 40 km from Griffin Inn, while Delamere Forest is 47 km away. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 71 km from the property.

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.

Set in Aberaeron, 28 km from Aberystwyth Golf Club, Harbourmaster Hotel offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service. Some units at the property feature a patio with a sea view.

All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. All rooms include a private bathroom, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and others also have a city view.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Clarach Bay is 30 km from Harbourmaster Hotel, while Aberystwyth Castle is 26 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 149 km away.

With a stay at Ruthin Castle Hotel in Ruthin, you'll be in a national park, just a 3-minute walk from Llangollen Motor Museum and 7 minutes by foot from Ruthin Castle. This family-friendly hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Clwydian Range And Dee Valley and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

With a stay at The Swan at Hay Hotel in Hereford, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park and Hay Castle. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from River Wye and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Hay Cheese Market.

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 Lion Quays Hotel & Spa in Oswestry, you'll be on the waterfront – a 4-minute walk from Lion Quays Spa and a 2-minute drive from Pontcysyllte Aquaduct. This spa hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Park Hall Stadium and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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.

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.

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.

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.

With a stay at Lion and Pheasant Hotel in Shrewsbury, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Henry Tudor House and St Alkmond's Church. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Shrewsbury Abbey and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Old Market Hall.

With a stay at Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals in Shrewsbury, you'll be in the historical district – a 2-minute walk from The Adventure Rope Course and a 4-minute drive from Hawks on Walks. This spa hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from AMF Bowling and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Battlefield Falconry Centre.

Located in Llangollen, The Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa is within a 15-minute walk of Llangollen Bridge and Llangollen Scenic Railway. This spa hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Plas Newydd and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Pontcysyllte Aquaduct.

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.

With a stay at St Nicholas Boutique Hotel in Shrewsbury, you'll be just steps from Shrewsbury Castle and St. Mary's Church. This upscale hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from St Alkmond's Church and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Henry Tudor House.

With a stay at Wynnstay Hotel, Oswestry, Shropshire in Oswestry, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of The Willow Art Gallery and Rednal Laser Games. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Crazy Knights and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Park Hall Stadium.