Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details regarding room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Bangor, just steps from Bangor University and a 4-minute drive from Menai Bridge. It is approximately 3.8 miles from Penrhyn Castle.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

The Menai Hotel and Bar in Bangor

Average nightly price at The Menai Hotel and Bar by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$88
February	$91
March	$88
April	$80
May	$81
June	$78
July	$80
August	$77
September	$76
October	$90
November	$88
December	$88

What guests think

Across recent reviews, The Menai Hotel and Bar is praised for friendly staff, good-value stays, and a convenient spot near the university and town, with an on-site pub and included breakfast appreciated by many guests.

Rooms are often spacious and some have mountain views, but the building feels dated. A recurring complaint is very weak or unreliable shower pressure and temperature. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, ranging from clean rooms to reports of mould and, in a couple of reviews, bed bugs. Expect a budget, pub-adjacent stay with value perks but notable trade-offs.

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Facilities

An on-site bar with outdoor seating, pool tables/games, and parking are appreciated, but there is no lift and Wi-Fi can be unreliable. Some note there is no food service beyond breakfast.

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Hazel

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient location for our purposes. Couldn't register until 2pm. No Lift.

8

Rounaq

May 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place, amazing room size and a very friendly staff. The Wi-Fi and showers (extremely low water pressure) aren’t the best, but still worth the money. Great location - near the station, supermarkets and the uni.

10

A. R.

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The amenities for a small property is amazing. The bar downstairs is convenient with a nice outdoor seating area. The rooms are bright and comfortable. I had a great view of the mountains through my large skylight window. The staff are ready to help and have a great knowledge of the local area. It is 5 minutes to the pier and restaurants and other bars. I totally recommend this place. And will definitely stay here again.

8

Tyson

Mar 18, 2024

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I loved the feel and atmosphere of this place, and the location was very good, being very close to numerous restaurants and a grocery store. The staff here is wonderful as well. My biggest complaint is that there were some nights were there was just too much noise. There were numerous nights where I could hear the television of the room below me, and one night where I could loudly hear music from what seemed like a party going on in the pub below, which went on until midnight.

8

Andy

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wasn't expecting 5* at the price I paid, much less that Tr@veI-b0dge for the same weekend. Pleasantly surprised. The room was large, ours had a double and 2 singles, en-suite bathroom, kettle and tea/coffee, hairdryer. Its an old building and is a little tired but that gives it character. No food service other than breakfast which is included, even had an option of cooked breakfast at no extra cost. Located in a mostly student area, 2 other local pubs nearby and a handful of fast food places too. 20 mins walk into Bangor centre. For a nice eve meal, drive over the Menai Bridge, its literally 10 mins, to a pub named after a big city on the river mersey ;-)

4

Tony

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Suppose ok for money, but some upgrade required urgently, shower just tricled and took 10 minutes to get aired water, some plug sockets did not work, no real staff communication one guy seemed to do everything including running the busy pub, public areas need decorating and breakfast was like being on rations.

8

dave

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very welcoming. Parking a bit tight but plenty. Room very spacious. bed comfortable. Shower didnt get higher than luke warm, but then i was on the top floor and probably need to let it run for a lot longer than i had time for. TV, nice to have, but needed the aerial realigning. Pub wasnt busy , Music, tv, pool tables, reasonable prices. Breakfast was good.

10

Daniel

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here as close to university. Was a 2 minute walk. Deserves a higher rating than it currently has. No lifts so people with mobility issues may struggle. Wasn’t a problem for me and my daughter. We had a twin room. Shower was a little disappointing as spray was not very good or powerful. However was over a full size bath with plenty of hot water. Comes with free breakfast too. Limited to 5 items and wasn’t clear if you could pay to add to this. Cooked breakfast was delicious. Plenty of tea and coffee available in the room. I will definitely stay here again next time I come to Bangor. Lots of food outlets and a couple of bars within a couple of minutes walk.

8

shireen

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was nice, games available, pool tables, parking and breakfast included. My only negative was that there was just my son and I and one other lady in the breakfast room, we asked the lady if she would mind us playing pool and she said no. I paid for the pool table and then the man serving breakfast came running over telling me we couldn't play in a morning. We left after that, it was a shame because noone was in the dining room, both my son and I left as did the lady. So it wouldn't have been an issue to have just played one game of pool. Overall it was nice, the staff were friendly and if was local to where we needed to go. It was noisy though until early hours which could have been an issue but I sleep with music in the background so thankfully it was drowned out.

6

Steve

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bed and breakfast in a Welsh pub

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: several guests found rooms clean and adequate, but others reported dirty or poorly maintained areas and bathroom mould. A couple of reviews mention bed bugs, which is concerning.

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Joanne

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

BED BUGS. stayed 3 nights and have bites and welts all over my arms and legs face and chest. Dr has confirmed bed bugs. I also saw them in the wooden bedside table next to the bed but thought they were borers. An absolute nightmare as the bites have infected and ive also possibly infected my home!

2

JANET

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Didnt get any sleep there were bed bugs. There was nobody about to report to or exchange room so we just had to keep all lights on and try to rest but quite impossible.

10

Richard

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was exceptionally pleased by stay at the Menai Hotel. The room was clean & comfortable with everything I needed plus a great view of the mountains. Location-wise it was also handy for the city centre. I had a great sleep and breakfast was varied and plentiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. Great value for money! Will certainly be back and recommend!

2

Kyle

May 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is the dirtiest room I have ever been to. The room was not vacuumed before check in, was stained everywhere, mold in the bathroom. We did not stay the night and left immediately to find other accommodations.

4

Anne

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The room had mould The entry door had signs of forced entry The room was dirty The hotel outside light lite up the room

10

Garry

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and adequate but in need of a refurbishment.

4

Andrew

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Spacious room with lovely view, comfortable bed, clean white bedlinen and towels. However.... poor quality furniture (drawers fall out if you open more than a few inches) and the whole place needed a good deep clean. Armchairs badly stained. Coffee table and tray were filthy and mugs were dirty - I asked for clean mugs and they said they didn't have any. I asked for a jug of hot soapy water and a cloth to clean the table and tray and was given a jug of warm water with a light squirt of cheap washing up liquid in it and a worn out scouring pad. Sink plug chain broken. Poor toilet flush. Black mould on bath/shower grouting. Low shower pressure.

8

Neil

Jun 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It's cheap and conveniently located with clean rooms that are furnished basically. Really needs renovation!

10

Timothy W

Apr 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, felt comfortable in dining room and breakfast was very good.

6

Antonella

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a very pleasant short stay, rooms were clean. Staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful Location is beautiful and very close to amenities

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and some have mountain views and comfortable beds, but the decor is dated. A recurring issue is very weak shower pressure (and occasionally temperature), plus some noise and minor maintenance niggles.

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8

Catherine

Apr 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good value for money, good breakfast, comfortable bed, friendly staff. I loved the view of the mountains over the houses from the room. The shower took a long time to run warm, but I was showering early, and the carpet was worn in places, but did the job of being a place to stay near my destinations.

8

Jenna

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really lovely hotel, staff are fab, food lovely, got everything you need here, only little down side would be couldn’t get good pressure on shower, didn’t go sore

8

Rounaq

May 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place, amazing room size and a very friendly staff. The Wi-Fi and showers (extremely low water pressure) aren’t the best, but still worth the money. Great location - near the station, supermarkets and the uni.

10

A. R.

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The amenities for a small property is amazing. The bar downstairs is convenient with a nice outdoor seating area. The rooms are bright and comfortable. I had a great view of the mountains through my large skylight window. The staff are ready to help and have a great knowledge of the local area. It is 5 minutes to the pier and restaurants and other bars. I totally recommend this place. And will definitely stay here again.

4

Andrew

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Spacious room with lovely view, comfortable bed, clean white bedlinen and towels. However.... poor quality furniture (drawers fall out if you open more than a few inches) and the whole place needed a good deep clean. Armchairs badly stained. Coffee table and tray were filthy and mugs were dirty - I asked for clean mugs and they said they didn't have any. I asked for a jug of hot soapy water and a cloth to clean the table and tray and was given a jug of warm water with a light squirt of cheap washing up liquid in it and a worn out scouring pad. Sink plug chain broken. Poor toilet flush. Black mould on bath/shower grouting. Low shower pressure.

8

Tyson

Mar 18, 2024

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I loved the feel and atmosphere of this place, and the location was very good, being very close to numerous restaurants and a grocery store. The staff here is wonderful as well. My biggest complaint is that there were some nights were there was just too much noise. There were numerous nights where I could hear the television of the room below me, and one night where I could loudly hear music from what seemed like a party going on in the pub below, which went on until midnight.

8

Andy

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wasn't expecting 5* at the price I paid, much less that Tr@veI-b0dge for the same weekend. Pleasantly surprised. The room was large, ours had a double and 2 singles, en-suite bathroom, kettle and tea/coffee, hairdryer. Its an old building and is a little tired but that gives it character. No food service other than breakfast which is included, even had an option of cooked breakfast at no extra cost. Located in a mostly student area, 2 other local pubs nearby and a handful of fast food places too. 20 mins walk into Bangor centre. For a nice eve meal, drive over the Menai Bridge, its literally 10 mins, to a pub named after a big city on the river mersey ;-)

4

Tony

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Suppose ok for money, but some upgrade required urgently, shower just tricled and took 10 minutes to get aired water, some plug sockets did not work, no real staff communication one guy seemed to do everything including running the busy pub, public areas need decorating and breakfast was like being on rations.

8

dave

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very welcoming. Parking a bit tight but plenty. Room very spacious. bed comfortable. Shower didnt get higher than luke warm, but then i was on the top floor and probably need to let it run for a lot longer than i had time for. TV, nice to have, but needed the aerial realigning. Pub wasnt busy , Music, tv, pool tables, reasonable prices. Breakfast was good.

8

shireen

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was nice, games available, pool tables, parking and breakfast included. My only negative was that there was just my son and I and one other lady in the breakfast room, we asked the lady if she would mind us playing pool and she said no. I paid for the pool table and then the man serving breakfast came running over telling me we couldn't play in a morning. We left after that, it was a shame because noone was in the dining room, both my son and I left as did the lady. So it wouldn't have been an issue to have just played one game of pool. Overall it was nice, the staff were friendly and if was local to where we needed to go. It was noisy though until early hours which could have been an issue but I sleep with music in the background so thankfully it was drowned out.

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Service

Staff are commonly described as friendly and welcoming, with helpful local knowledge. However, staffing can feel stretched and responsiveness varies, with a few reports of rudeness or difficulty reaching someone.

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10

Dolores

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly welcome and atmosphere.

10

Richard

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was exceptionally pleased by stay at the Menai Hotel. The room was clean & comfortable with everything I needed plus a great view of the mountains. Location-wise it was also handy for the city centre. I had a great sleep and breakfast was varied and plentiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. Great value for money! Will certainly be back and recommend!

2

Clarey

Aug 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Shower was cold fixed and then went of.. there an emergency phone number to ring no one answered..,

8

Jenna

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really lovely hotel, staff are fab, food lovely, got everything you need here, only little down side would be couldn’t get good pressure on shower, didn’t go sore

10

Priscilla

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location and friendly staff. Tasteful breakfast. If you want to leave luggage before check-in, better email them earlier or after 13:00 when the bar open. I arrived around 12:15, rang the phone and nobody answered. So I need to bring my Luane to Snowdonia Mountain railway and lake railway trip with me. However, on the day of my check out, I can leave my luggage after breakfast and pickup after 13:00 when the bar opens. Good public transport and easy walking distance to ye stone circle, pier,university, library and cathedral. I can have a delicious hot Chinese lunch in a restaurant near the cathedral as well.

10

A. R.

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The amenities for a small property is amazing. The bar downstairs is convenient with a nice outdoor seating area. The rooms are bright and comfortable. I had a great view of the mountains through my large skylight window. The staff are ready to help and have a great knowledge of the local area. It is 5 minutes to the pier and restaurants and other bars. I totally recommend this place. And will definitely stay here again.

4

Tony

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Suppose ok for money, but some upgrade required urgently, shower just tricled and took 10 minutes to get aired water, some plug sockets did not work, no real staff communication one guy seemed to do everything including running the busy pub, public areas need decorating and breakfast was like being on rations.

6

Antonella

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a very pleasant short stay, rooms were clean. Staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful Location is beautiful and very close to amenities

10

Archie

Nov 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great location for a short break in North Wales. Convenient to town centre. Very helpful and pleasant staff

6

Muhammad Tayyab

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tim was a pleasure customer service on check in but during check out time in morning, young beared guy behavior was really none professional and rude. Morning breakfast guy was ok but strange customer service with no smile

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Location

Location is convenient for the university, pier, and town amenities, with eateries and bars nearby. Some note a student-area vibe and easy walking access.

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10

Richard

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was exceptionally pleased by stay at the Menai Hotel. The room was clean & comfortable with everything I needed plus a great view of the mountains. Location-wise it was also handy for the city centre. I had a great sleep and breakfast was varied and plentiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. Great value for money! Will certainly be back and recommend!

10

Priscilla

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location and friendly staff. Tasteful breakfast. If you want to leave luggage before check-in, better email them earlier or after 13:00 when the bar open. I arrived around 12:15, rang the phone and nobody answered. So I need to bring my Luane to Snowdonia Mountain railway and lake railway trip with me. However, on the day of my check out, I can leave my luggage after breakfast and pickup after 13:00 when the bar opens. Good public transport and easy walking distance to ye stone circle, pier,university, library and cathedral. I can have a delicious hot Chinese lunch in a restaurant near the cathedral as well.

8

Rounaq

May 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place, amazing room size and a very friendly staff. The Wi-Fi and showers (extremely low water pressure) aren’t the best, but still worth the money. Great location - near the station, supermarkets and the uni.

6

Jon

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good friendly service. Good breakfast. Ideal location.

10

A. R.

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The amenities for a small property is amazing. The bar downstairs is convenient with a nice outdoor seating area. The rooms are bright and comfortable. I had a great view of the mountains through my large skylight window. The staff are ready to help and have a great knowledge of the local area. It is 5 minutes to the pier and restaurants and other bars. I totally recommend this place. And will definitely stay here again.

8

Andy

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wasn't expecting 5* at the price I paid, much less that Tr@veI-b0dge for the same weekend. Pleasantly surprised. The room was large, ours had a double and 2 singles, en-suite bathroom, kettle and tea/coffee, hairdryer. Its an old building and is a little tired but that gives it character. No food service other than breakfast which is included, even had an option of cooked breakfast at no extra cost. Located in a mostly student area, 2 other local pubs nearby and a handful of fast food places too. 20 mins walk into Bangor centre. For a nice eve meal, drive over the Menai Bridge, its literally 10 mins, to a pub named after a big city on the river mersey ;-)

10

Clarey

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good on price good location

10

Daniel

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here as close to university. Was a 2 minute walk. Deserves a higher rating than it currently has. No lifts so people with mobility issues may struggle. Wasn’t a problem for me and my daughter. We had a twin room. Shower was a little disappointing as spray was not very good or powerful. However was over a full size bath with plenty of hot water. Comes with free breakfast too. Limited to 5 items and wasn’t clear if you could pay to add to this. Cooked breakfast was delicious. Plenty of tea and coffee available in the room. I will definitely stay here again next time I come to Bangor. Lots of food outlets and a couple of bars within a couple of minutes walk.

10

Archie

Nov 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a great location for a short break in North Wales. Convenient to town centre. Very helpful and pleasant staff

6

Rod

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

People were nice and helpful but the accommodation itself left a lot to be desired. Located on the hill with plenty of student food and bars nearby as well.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised for being included, tasty, and with decent options, though one guest found portions limited. There is no on-site dining beyond breakfast.

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10

Tushar

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Value of money. Nice staff. Good breakfast options

8

Catherine

Apr 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good value for money, good breakfast, comfortable bed, friendly staff. I loved the view of the mountains over the houses from the room. The shower took a long time to run warm, but I was showering early, and the carpet was worn in places, but did the job of being a place to stay near my destinations.

10

Dr James H

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great value for money. Friendly service, good breakfast range.

6

Jon

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good friendly service. Good breakfast. Ideal location.

10

Timothy W

Apr 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean, felt comfortable in dining room and breakfast was very good.

8

Andy

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wasn't expecting 5* at the price I paid, much less that Tr@veI-b0dge for the same weekend. Pleasantly surprised. The room was large, ours had a double and 2 singles, en-suite bathroom, kettle and tea/coffee, hairdryer. Its an old building and is a little tired but that gives it character. No food service other than breakfast which is included, even had an option of cooked breakfast at no extra cost. Located in a mostly student area, 2 other local pubs nearby and a handful of fast food places too. 20 mins walk into Bangor centre. For a nice eve meal, drive over the Menai Bridge, its literally 10 mins, to a pub named after a big city on the river mersey ;-)

4

Tony

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Suppose ok for money, but some upgrade required urgently, shower just tricled and took 10 minutes to get aired water, some plug sockets did not work, no real staff communication one guy seemed to do everything including running the busy pub, public areas need decorating and breakfast was like being on rations.

8

dave

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very welcoming. Parking a bit tight but plenty. Room very spacious. bed comfortable. Shower didnt get higher than luke warm, but then i was on the top floor and probably need to let it run for a lot longer than i had time for. TV, nice to have, but needed the aerial realigning. Pub wasnt busy , Music, tv, pool tables, reasonable prices. Breakfast was good.

10

Daniel

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here as close to university. Was a 2 minute walk. Deserves a higher rating than it currently has. No lifts so people with mobility issues may struggle. Wasn’t a problem for me and my daughter. We had a twin room. Shower was a little disappointing as spray was not very good or powerful. However was over a full size bath with plenty of hot water. Comes with free breakfast too. Limited to 5 items and wasn’t clear if you could pay to add to this. Cooked breakfast was delicious. Plenty of tea and coffee available in the room. I will definitely stay here again next time I come to Bangor. Lots of food outlets and a couple of bars within a couple of minutes walk.

10

heather

Feb 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a lovely stay, room was warm and cosy, nice welcome on arrival. Superb breakfast. Good price for stay. Would definitely book again

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