Penhelig Arms
US$92
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$92
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Penhelig Arms average US$76 in the cheapest month (February) and US$125 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$77 |
| February | US$76 |
| March | US$83 |
| April | US$94 |
| May | US$116 |
| June | US$123 |
| July | US$125 |
| August | US$122 |
| September | US$122 |
| October | US$92 |
| November | US$81 |
| December | US$85 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$125)
Cheapest: February (~US$76)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.
Dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Penhelig Arms serving guests of Penhelig Arms. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 15 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Penhelig Arms in Aberdovey, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Aberdyfi Beach. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Aberdovey Golf Club and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Aberdovey Bar.
What's nearby
Aberdyfi Beach(0.4 Miles)
Aberdovey Golf Club(1 Miles)
Aberdovey Bar(1.4 Miles)
Tywyn Beach(1.5 Miles)
Magic Lantern Cinema Tywyn(4.5 Miles)
Talyllyn Railway(4.7 Miles)
Castell y Bere(7.4 Miles)
Eryri National Park(9.4 Miles)
MOMA Wales(10 Miles)
Dolgoch Falls(10.2 Miles)
Coastriders Kitesurfing(10.3 Miles)
Owain Glyndŵr Centre(10.3 Miles)
Freedom Leisure Bro Ddyfi(10.9 Miles)
Dyfi Bike Park(11.3 Miles)
Centre for Alternative Technology(11.9 Miles)
The nearest major airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL)(108.1 Miles)
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Location
27-29 Terrace Rd, Aberdovey, Wales, United Kingdom
Aberdyfi Beach (0.4 Miles)
Aberdovey Golf Club (1 Miles)
Aberdovey Bar (1.4 Miles)
Tywyn Beach (1.5 Miles)
Magic Lantern Cinema Tywyn (4.5 Miles)
Talyllyn Railway (4.7 Miles)
Room options
4
Small Double Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Double Room Single Use
Room details
1 Double Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Apartment (Annex, Sea View)
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Single Room (Sea View)
Room details
1 Single Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Suite (Sea View)
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
King Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Penhelig Arms
8.4
Very good
Based on 798 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
67%
Family
15%
Group
13%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Penhelig Arms, guests consistently praise the waterfront setting, sea views, and generally comfortable rooms, while feedback on dining, parking, and operational reliability is mixed, ranging from excellent meals and friendly service to long waits and limited availability.
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What guests think
At Penhelig Arms, guests consistently praise the waterfront setting, sea views, and generally comfortable rooms, while feedback on dining, parking, and operational reliability is mixed, ranging from excellent meals and friendly service to long waits and limited availability.
Rooms are widely liked for space, comfort and sea views, though some report heat, noise, and worn sofa beds, plus occasional maintenance niggles. Cleanliness is often strong, but a few guests cite housekeeping lapses and some tired or unclean areas. Dining ranges from excellent breakfasts and tasty dinners to depleted buffets, menu shortages, long waits and periods with no service. Expect a scenic stay with variable dining and logistics.
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Facilities
Waterside bar and outdoor seating are appreciated. Parking is frequently limited or paid with no on-site spaces for most rooms, and several reviews note steep, narrow stairs and no lift.
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david
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely sea view room very clean. Bar area nice and stocked
Lovely sea view room very clean. Bar area nice and stocked
10
Frederick
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay on the waterfront - parking can be a little tricky to spot the entrance, but once located easy to access. Nice breakfast and great location.
Lovely stay on the waterfront - parking can be a little tricky to spot the entrance, but once located easy to access. Nice breakfast and great location.
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Julie
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
As many people said previously no free parking on site unless you stay in suite i had a great single room overlooking the sea which is unusual for a single quality of food was excellent & all staff were very accommodating & on leaving the person on reception carried my bags to the car a glass of wine was the most money i've paid ever i would come back
As many people said previously no free parking on site unless you stay in suite i had a great single room overlooking the sea which is unusual for a single quality of food was excellent & all staff were very accommodating & on leaving the person on reception carried my bags to the car a glass of wine was the most money i've paid ever i would come back
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Robert
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Remote carpark expensive at £15-40 for 24 hours. No pavement to the town for some distance. Hotel not very clean - dirty floor and table. Paintwork needed attention particularly in the reception area. Food average, drinks expensive. Room service non existent. Staff pleasant and helpful. The whole place needs an internal refurbishment.
Remote carpark expensive at £15-40 for 24 hours. No pavement to the town for some distance. Hotel not very clean - dirty floor and table. Paintwork needed attention particularly in the reception area. Food average, drinks expensive. Room service non existent. Staff pleasant and helpful. The whole place needs an internal refurbishment.
8
Kerstin
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Das Zimmer war groß und sehr schön. Die Parkmöglichkeiten sind jedoch sehr eingeschränkt und der öffentliche Carpark um die Ecke ist sehr steil und kostet über 15Pund die Nacht. Das hätte ich gerne vorher gewusst.
Das Zimmer war groß und sehr schön. Die Parkmöglichkeiten sind jedoch sehr eingeschränkt und der öffentliche Carpark um die Ecke ist sehr steil und kostet über 15Pund die Nacht. Das hätte ich gerne vorher gewusst.
10
Diane
25 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely place to stay staff friendly clean beds comfortable .stairs very steep need to take your time with them people with poor mobility would find them hard to cope .there is room for 2 cars to park opposite hotel or need to park in carpark a 2-5 minute walk away .you can purchase a parking pass for £5 per day to stay there and it also cover other cars named on list in different car parks food served is very good in the restaurant not too pricey .
Lovely place to stay staff friendly clean beds comfortable .stairs very steep need to take your time with them people with poor mobility would find them hard to cope .there is room for 2 cars to park opposite hotel or need to park in carpark a 2-5 minute walk away .you can purchase a parking pass for £5 per day to stay there and it also cover other cars named on list in different car parks food served is very good in the restaurant not too pricey .
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Richard
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room 12 is a good size with lovely views alas it’s in the roof and no lift. Staircase very steep. No breakfast as they didn’t have a chef!! Not particularly well run. I’d emailed them twice but they never reply. There is no hotel car park and the hotel is a 15 minute walk to the beach.
Room 12 is a good size with lovely views alas it’s in the roof and no lift. Staircase very steep. No breakfast as they didn’t have a chef!! Not particularly well run. I’d emailed them twice but they never reply. There is no hotel car park and the hotel is a 15 minute walk to the beach.
10
Peter
28 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Parking poor
Parking poor
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Michael
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
10
Dave
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was nice and comfortable and furnishings modern. the bed was extremely comfortable. The outside bar area overlooking the tidal estuary was lovely. We had an evening meal the first night of our stay that was delicious and reasonably priced. The location is great and extremely handy for public transport. The railways station is literally next door and that is how we travelled. Only a couple of things to be aware of, the access stairs to the upstairs rooms are narrow and extremely steep.
The hotel was nice and comfortable and furnishings modern. the bed was extremely comfortable. The outside bar area overlooking the tidal estuary was lovely. We had an evening meal the first night of our stay that was delicious and reasonably priced. The location is great and extremely handy for public transport. The railways station is literally next door and that is how we travelled. Only a couple of things to be aware of, the access stairs to the upstairs rooms are narrow and extremely steep.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms very clean or spotless, but a few reported dirty or tired areas and housekeeping lapses.
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Alison Elizabeth
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was fine. Very clean. Sea view. We couldn't get the shower to work so used the bath instead. We opted to take breakfast which was a great disappointment. The self serve buffet had no cups, saucers, spoons, bowls or yoghurt and just 2 croissants left at 9am. The toast machine was broken. The menu was confusing (egg on toast option included the buffet breakfast, but very small pale print so hard to read). Staff member blithely admitted it wasn't very good and didn't charge us in the end. Also said it was good we opted not to eat there the previous evening as they were busy with one and a half hour wait for food. Shame the food lets it all down.
The room was fine. Very clean. Sea view. We couldn't get the shower to work so used the bath instead. We opted to take breakfast which was a great disappointment. The self serve buffet had no cups, saucers, spoons, bowls or yoghurt and just 2 croissants left at 9am. The toast machine was broken. The menu was confusing (egg on toast option included the buffet breakfast, but very small pale print so hard to read). Staff member blithely admitted it wasn't very good and didn't charge us in the end. Also said it was good we opted not to eat there the previous evening as they were busy with one and a half hour wait for food. Shame the food lets it all down.
10
Richard
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
the room was spotless and the staff were very attentive and courteous
the room was spotless and the staff were very attentive and courteous
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richard
5 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Poor experience. Would not recommend. Very poor value for money . Considering high cost of rooms and not even any housekeeping provided.
Poor experience. Would not recommend. Very poor value for money . Considering high cost of rooms and not even any housekeeping provided.
4
matthew
7 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel room was in need of spruce up. There were stains on the carpet and sofa. There were cobwebs on the ceiling and the drinking glass was dirty. When I offered my feedback to the receptionist she said she would pass the message on but there was no management around at check out.
Hotel room was in need of spruce up. There were stains on the carpet and sofa. There were cobwebs on the ceiling and the drinking glass was dirty. When I offered my feedback to the receptionist she said she would pass the message on but there was no management around at check out.
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Robert
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Remote carpark expensive at £15-40 for 24 hours. No pavement to the town for some distance. Hotel not very clean - dirty floor and table. Paintwork needed attention particularly in the reception area. Food average, drinks expensive. Room service non existent. Staff pleasant and helpful. The whole place needs an internal refurbishment.
Remote carpark expensive at £15-40 for 24 hours. No pavement to the town for some distance. Hotel not very clean - dirty floor and table. Paintwork needed attention particularly in the reception area. Food average, drinks expensive. Room service non existent. Staff pleasant and helpful. The whole place needs an internal refurbishment.
10
Lesley
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Exceptionally clean and very helpful and friendly staff, coping under considerable pressure
Exceptionally clean and very helpful and friendly staff, coping under considerable pressure
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PAUL
14 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and everything went very well. Staff were terrific.
Very clean and everything went very well. Staff were terrific.
8
Karen
18 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was snug, and lovely and warm. Staff were helpful, and fresh milk provided on request. Food was typical ‘pub grub’ and drinks expensive compared to other bars in the town. However, on returning to our room after housekeeping had been to attend to our room, it had been left open/not locked. On the 2nd day, housekeeping arrived without knocking whilst we were still in bed!!!! Some things that need to be addressed! But overall lovely stay.
Room was snug, and lovely and warm. Staff were helpful, and fresh milk provided on request. Food was typical ‘pub grub’ and drinks expensive compared to other bars in the town. However, on returning to our room after housekeeping had been to attend to our room, it had been left open/not locked. On the 2nd day, housekeeping arrived without knocking whilst we were still in bed!!!! Some things that need to be addressed! But overall lovely stay.
10
Gill
21 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Only stayed one night but would happily stay for a week. The property is old but well maintained, rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff were great, the food delicious and the view lovely.
Only stayed one night but would happily stay for a week. The property is old but well maintained, rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff were great, the food delicious and the view lovely.
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Penelope
22 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff extremely helpful, room clean, comfortable and well appointed. I suspect parking would be an issue in summer as relies on public car park but worked for us in February!
Staff extremely helpful, room clean, comfortable and well appointed. I suspect parking would be an issue in summer as relies on public car park but worked for us in February!
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Rooms
Many rooms and suites are spacious, comfortable, and offer sea or estuary views, with some having terraces. Downsides include heat or ventilation noise, worn sofa beds, occasional shower issues, hard or hot mattresses, and noise from other guests or doors.
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Claire
2 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice check in and help with bags. Room was too hot and by an extractor fan so very noisy all night. Shower ran cold for quite a while so 1st person had a cold shower and only warm for 2nd person.
Very nice check in and help with bags. Room was too hot and by an extractor fan so very noisy all night. Shower ran cold for quite a while so 1st person had a cold shower and only warm for 2nd person.
10
Alison
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location. Very nice room with lovely view of the estuary.
Excellent location. Very nice room with lovely view of the estuary.
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Daria
26 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the two storey suite. Spotlessly clean. Upstairs bedroom and bathroom stunning. The 2 sofa beds in downstairs room were very well worn and very uncomfortable. Definitely need replacing. Stunning views from suite and added bonus of small outdoor terrace.
We stayed in the two storey suite. Spotlessly clean. Upstairs bedroom and bathroom stunning. The 2 sofa beds in downstairs room were very well worn and very uncomfortable. Definitely need replacing. Stunning views from suite and added bonus of small outdoor terrace.
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Robin
18 Feb 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was great , hotel overall was great . Medium annoyance is doors closing loudly early morning and most of the evening.
Room was great , hotel overall was great . Medium annoyance is doors closing loudly early morning and most of the evening.
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Alan
17 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room (suite) was lovely with great views - well would have been without other guests being inconsiderate. Two cars were parked outside our suite despite parking available behind the suites. I phoned reception to speak about this and asked if the guests could be contacted to move them. They said it was hard to determine who the cars belonged to (despite only 4 suites and we were in one). They would try and get bk to us. They didn’t and the cars were still blocking our beautiful view in the morning - such a shame. Dogs barking upstairs throughout the night - so irritating and kept us awake. Room facilities, size and comfort very good. Bathroom was big and very modern. Beautiful area with lovely walks . Would we come back- no probably not. Definitely come and stay in the area though. Lovely fish and chips on the sea front!
Room (suite) was lovely with great views - well would have been without other guests being inconsiderate. Two cars were parked outside our suite despite parking available behind the suites. I phoned reception to speak about this and asked if the guests could be contacted to move them. They said it was hard to determine who the cars belonged to (despite only 4 suites and we were in one). They would try and get bk to us. They didn’t and the cars were still blocking our beautiful view in the morning - such a shame. Dogs barking upstairs throughout the night - so irritating and kept us awake. Room facilities, size and comfort very good. Bathroom was big and very modern. Beautiful area with lovely walks . Would we come back- no probably not. Definitely come and stay in the area though. Lovely fish and chips on the sea front!
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Yvonne
26 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked suite so got parking thank goodness. Room a bit dated. Good to have a fridge. Heating came on at 2.30am very annoying. Room was to hot. Window wouldn’t stay open. Bed very hard. Tv remote did not work. Menu at night awful when asked for advice on special pie just told in was meat. Breakfast was good. Would have liked filter coffee for the price.
Booked suite so got parking thank goodness. Room a bit dated. Good to have a fridge. Heating came on at 2.30am very annoying. Room was to hot. Window wouldn’t stay open. Bed very hard. Tv remote did not work. Menu at night awful when asked for advice on special pie just told in was meat. Breakfast was good. Would have liked filter coffee for the price.
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Maggie
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had apartment. It was very good in lots of areas, beds, bed linen , good showerTV and internet. We reported that toilet upstairs was leaking from the back near floor.could be a hazard. There could have been more availability of cutlery , couple of bowls or plates could have been available. There was a fridge , dining table and 4 chairs. If we wanted to have a take away - no cutlery or plates. We had an eat supper in bar area, food was ok , it was too noisy to relax so just had main course..
We had apartment. It was very good in lots of areas, beds, bed linen , good showerTV and internet. We reported that toilet upstairs was leaking from the back near floor.could be a hazard. There could have been more availability of cutlery , couple of bowls or plates could have been available. There was a fridge , dining table and 4 chairs. If we wanted to have a take away - no cutlery or plates. We had an eat supper in bar area, food was ok , it was too noisy to relax so just had main course..
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Lindsey
25 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room 9 we had very impressed ( big room ) Bathroom lovely nice big wardrobe 👌
Room 9 we had very impressed ( big room ) Bathroom lovely nice big wardrobe 👌
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Michael
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
10
Jake
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly welcome and the room was fantastic with a fab view. Great value too!
Friendly welcome and the room was fantastic with a fab view. Great value too!
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-in and thoughtful gestures. However, service can be inconsistent at busy times, with slow meals, limited communication, and occasional early or unavailable kitchen service.
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LAURA
24 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here after having walked up Snowdon! We were exhausted and asked if we could have our dinner in our room, the Receptionist was really accommodating. As it was, after a lovely warm bath we felt able to use the stairs again and ate in the restaurant. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. We stayed in room 1, a lovely large room with a sea view. The decor was tasteful and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the waitress was friendly and helpful. Aberdovey was a lovely place and we will be returning in the Summer, hoping to do some local walks. I cannot recommend The Penhelig Arms enough, we were genuinely impressed.
We stayed here after having walked up Snowdon! We were exhausted and asked if we could have our dinner in our room, the Receptionist was really accommodating. As it was, after a lovely warm bath we felt able to use the stairs again and ate in the restaurant. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. We stayed in room 1, a lovely large room with a sea view. The decor was tasteful and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and the waitress was friendly and helpful. Aberdovey was a lovely place and we will be returning in the Summer, hoping to do some local walks. I cannot recommend The Penhelig Arms enough, we were genuinely impressed.
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Dariusz
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff busy not really bothered about hotel guests Waiting time for a food in restaurant 1h after one of member staff has explained We changed our mind and go somewhere else Place not adequate to price we paid Breakfast served continental when we paid for cooked full breakfast after first night Window in apartment dangerous falling down unexpected mind crushing fingers Nice view from window Good location
Staff busy not really bothered about hotel guests Waiting time for a food in restaurant 1h after one of member staff has explained We changed our mind and go somewhere else Place not adequate to price we paid Breakfast served continental when we paid for cooked full breakfast after first night Window in apartment dangerous falling down unexpected mind crushing fingers Nice view from window Good location
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Federico
26 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Pennhelig Arms is the perfect place to stay to explore the area. The staff, Adam, Barry, Ollie, and all others were friendly and kind for our entire stay. The bar and restaurant are cozy and convenient and the food tasty and well prepared, great fish and chips. Overall it was a very pleasant stay in Aberdovey. If we could change one thing it would be that one night we returned just before 9 pm and the restaurant was open until 9:30 but the kitchen wouldn't cook anything because they shut down at 8 pm. Disappointed in that but all else was good.
Pennhelig Arms is the perfect place to stay to explore the area. The staff, Adam, Barry, Ollie, and all others were friendly and kind for our entire stay. The bar and restaurant are cozy and convenient and the food tasty and well prepared, great fish and chips. Overall it was a very pleasant stay in Aberdovey. If we could change one thing it would be that one night we returned just before 9 pm and the restaurant was open until 9:30 but the kitchen wouldn't cook anything because they shut down at 8 pm. Disappointed in that but all else was good.
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Simon
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location in a small seaside town. Clean, tidy and dog friendly rooms. Nice patio on the sea front. Parking is difficult before 6pm. On our first day we were refused food at 6pm by the bar man, due to large amount of bookings. Being a guest we would have expected to be accommodated. Other than that, the rest of the staff were great and made you feel welcome.
Great location in a small seaside town. Clean, tidy and dog friendly rooms. Nice patio on the sea front. Parking is difficult before 6pm. On our first day we were refused food at 6pm by the bar man, due to large amount of bookings. Being a guest we would have expected to be accommodated. Other than that, the rest of the staff were great and made you feel welcome.
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Michael
27 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Was shown to my room and then I discovered that the tank on the WC kept running. Apparently a plumber had been called several days ago, but hadn't turned up. Thinking it would keep me awake, they upgraded me to a suite at no extra charge. Much appreciated.
Was shown to my room and then I discovered that the tank on the WC kept running. Apparently a plumber had been called several days ago, but hadn't turned up. Thinking it would keep me awake, they upgraded me to a suite at no extra charge. Much appreciated.
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Andy
24 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent staff and service. Would definitely stay here again could not find a fault
Excellent staff and service. Would definitely stay here again could not find a fault
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George
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was superb - however the stay was let down firstly initial welcome at hotel - asked about parking and member of staff was not helpful at all - must remember most guests will not know the area so by saying park in the car park up the road is not helpful - Secondly - dinner - not everything available on menu but to make thing worse could hear disgruntlement from the kitchen staff. Positive what we ordered was very nice. Thirdly breakfast - first experience- omelette undercooked and again could hear staff in kitchen talking with exasperation. Second experience no kitchen staff so unable to provide cooked breakfast
The room was superb - however the stay was let down firstly initial welcome at hotel - asked about parking and member of staff was not helpful at all - must remember most guests will not know the area so by saying park in the car park up the road is not helpful - Secondly - dinner - not everything available on menu but to make thing worse could hear disgruntlement from the kitchen staff. Positive what we ordered was very nice. Thirdly breakfast - first experience- omelette undercooked and again could hear staff in kitchen talking with exasperation. Second experience no kitchen staff so unable to provide cooked breakfast
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Michael
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
10
Sharon
21 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly atmosphere, check in and out was really good along with very good service overall. Couldn’t wish for a better stay.
Very friendly atmosphere, check in and out was really good along with very good service overall. Couldn’t wish for a better stay.
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Kathleen
9 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bit of a blip at check in (which wasn’t the hotels fault tbh) but James was quick to rectify the situation and all the staff were excellent (well done James,Sion,Baz and Charlotte for your very attentive treatment We will definitely be returning
Bit of a blip at check in (which wasn’t the hotels fault tbh) but James was quick to rectify the situation and all the staff were excellent (well done James,Sion,Baz and Charlotte for your very attentive treatment We will definitely be returning
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Location
Scenic waterfront setting with lovely sea and estuary views, and the train station is next door or a short walk. Handy for exploring Aberdovey and coastal walks.
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steve
11 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed my stay nice and peaceful and a lovely area
Really enjoyed my stay nice and peaceful and a lovely area
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John
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It's location overlooking the sea was very relaxing.
It's location overlooking the sea was very relaxing.
10
Alison
4 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location. Very nice room with lovely view of the estuary.
Excellent location. Very nice room with lovely view of the estuary.
10
Frederick
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay on the waterfront - parking can be a little tricky to spot the entrance, but once located easy to access. Nice breakfast and great location.
Lovely stay on the waterfront - parking can be a little tricky to spot the entrance, but once located easy to access. Nice breakfast and great location.
10
Andrew
28 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Utterly beautiful location.
Utterly beautiful location.
10
Peter
1 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
amazing location - and if you travel by train the station is only 50 yards away !
amazing location - and if you travel by train the station is only 50 yards away !
10
Jamie
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent location, fabulous room and outdoor sitting area, and very kind staff.
An excellent location, fabulous room and outdoor sitting area, and very kind staff.
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Andrew
11 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The sea view apartment is located in a nice spot , it sleeps 6 people and very spacious ,nice upstairs bedroom and on suite, there is two sofa beds down stairs which could do with replacing as they were very uncomfortable to sit on as there were well worn, the outside was nice to sit on the balcony and chill but could do with a lick of paint . Staff was very nice and friendly and breakfast was nice
The sea view apartment is located in a nice spot , it sleeps 6 people and very spacious ,nice upstairs bedroom and on suite, there is two sofa beds down stairs which could do with replacing as they were very uncomfortable to sit on as there were well worn, the outside was nice to sit on the balcony and chill but could do with a lick of paint . Staff was very nice and friendly and breakfast was nice
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Dave
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was nice and comfortable and furnishings modern. the bed was extremely comfortable. The outside bar area overlooking the tidal estuary was lovely. We had an evening meal the first night of our stay that was delicious and reasonably priced. The location is great and extremely handy for public transport. The railways station is literally next door and that is how we travelled. Only a couple of things to be aware of, the access stairs to the upstairs rooms are narrow and extremely steep.
The hotel was nice and comfortable and furnishings modern. the bed was extremely comfortable. The outside bar area overlooking the tidal estuary was lovely. We had an evening meal the first night of our stay that was delicious and reasonably priced. The location is great and extremely handy for public transport. The railways station is literally next door and that is how we travelled. Only a couple of things to be aware of, the access stairs to the upstairs rooms are narrow and extremely steep.
10
Jake
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly welcome and the room was fantastic with a fab view. Great value too!
Friendly welcome and the room was fantastic with a fab view. Great value too!
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Dining
Food feedback is highly mixed: several guests enjoyed tasty dinners, great fish and chips, and good breakfasts, but others faced depleted or confusing breakfast buffets, long waits, limited menus, early closures or no service, and expensive drinks.
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Alison Elizabeth
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was fine. Very clean. Sea view. We couldn't get the shower to work so used the bath instead. We opted to take breakfast which was a great disappointment. The self serve buffet had no cups, saucers, spoons, bowls or yoghurt and just 2 croissants left at 9am. The toast machine was broken. The menu was confusing (egg on toast option included the buffet breakfast, but very small pale print so hard to read). Staff member blithely admitted it wasn't very good and didn't charge us in the end. Also said it was good we opted not to eat there the previous evening as they were busy with one and a half hour wait for food. Shame the food lets it all down.
The room was fine. Very clean. Sea view. We couldn't get the shower to work so used the bath instead. We opted to take breakfast which was a great disappointment. The self serve buffet had no cups, saucers, spoons, bowls or yoghurt and just 2 croissants left at 9am. The toast machine was broken. The menu was confusing (egg on toast option included the buffet breakfast, but very small pale print so hard to read). Staff member blithely admitted it wasn't very good and didn't charge us in the end. Also said it was good we opted not to eat there the previous evening as they were busy with one and a half hour wait for food. Shame the food lets it all down.
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katherine
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We were disappointed with the lack of hot water in the dinning room. The water in the urn was tepid .......so a decent cup of tea or coffee was impossible. In addition of the three bananas in the fruit bowl only one was edible. The other 2 were excessively over ripe.
We were disappointed with the lack of hot water in the dinning room. The water in the urn was tepid .......so a decent cup of tea or coffee was impossible. In addition of the three bananas in the fruit bowl only one was edible. The other 2 were excessively over ripe.
8
Bryan
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We have been wanting to visit this hotel for years and were amazed that a Saturday night was free, with a sea-view room..and the weather was to be glorious. Granted early check-in; bright room, clean and modern, well decorated. Manager even let us park our m'cycle directly opposite, just off the road. This would have been an excellent stay if we'd eaten elsewhere. Evening meal was poor by any standard (very restricted options-no burgers/steak/flat breads) and what arrived 1hr later was only eaten because we were very hungry. Breakfast was dire for me and my partner kindly donated 1/3 of her omelette to save me complaining. We felt for the staff because they obviously do long hours and the heatwave must have affected things in the kitchen. I have tried to give a true reflection of our experience and I tend to give 5* or write no review at all, however I will be emailing the hotel regarding the degree to which we felt let down.
We have been wanting to visit this hotel for years and were amazed that a Saturday night was free, with a sea-view room..and the weather was to be glorious. Granted early check-in; bright room, clean and modern, well decorated. Manager even let us park our m'cycle directly opposite, just off the road. This would have been an excellent stay if we'd eaten elsewhere. Evening meal was poor by any standard (very restricted options-no burgers/steak/flat breads) and what arrived 1hr later was only eaten because we were very hungry. Breakfast was dire for me and my partner kindly donated 1/3 of her omelette to save me complaining. We felt for the staff because they obviously do long hours and the heatwave must have affected things in the kitchen. I have tried to give a true reflection of our experience and I tend to give 5* or write no review at all, however I will be emailing the hotel regarding the degree to which we felt let down.
8
m
9 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice hotel but disappointed there was no food served on Sunday evening.
Really nice hotel but disappointed there was no food served on Sunday evening.
6
Dariusz
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff busy not really bothered about hotel guests Waiting time for a food in restaurant 1h after one of member staff has explained We changed our mind and go somewhere else Place not adequate to price we paid Breakfast served continental when we paid for cooked full breakfast after first night Window in apartment dangerous falling down unexpected mind crushing fingers Nice view from window Good location
Staff busy not really bothered about hotel guests Waiting time for a food in restaurant 1h after one of member staff has explained We changed our mind and go somewhere else Place not adequate to price we paid Breakfast served continental when we paid for cooked full breakfast after first night Window in apartment dangerous falling down unexpected mind crushing fingers Nice view from window Good location
6
Bernard
23 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Previously stayed in one of the better rooms and it was good but the hotel was full on this occasion and we had one of the standard rooms. The bed was uncomfortably hot, probably because of a plastic rich undersheet. Shower was minimal size. Dinner was very poor. We dined early but many of the menu options were unavailable and the fish we ordered appeared to have been kept warm for a long time. I assume we were eating what was left over from lunch or last night's dinner. Breakfast was excellent.
Previously stayed in one of the better rooms and it was good but the hotel was full on this occasion and we had one of the standard rooms. The bed was uncomfortably hot, probably because of a plastic rich undersheet. Shower was minimal size. Dinner was very poor. We dined early but many of the menu options were unavailable and the fish we ordered appeared to have been kept warm for a long time. I assume we were eating what was left over from lunch or last night's dinner. Breakfast was excellent.
6
susanne
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property very nice but service facilities poor. When we arrived at 5 pm there was no food availile not even bar snacks.
Property very nice but service facilities poor. When we arrived at 5 pm there was no food availile not even bar snacks.
4
Robert
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Remote carpark expensive at £15-40 for 24 hours. No pavement to the town for some distance. Hotel not very clean - dirty floor and table. Paintwork needed attention particularly in the reception area. Food average, drinks expensive. Room service non existent. Staff pleasant and helpful. The whole place needs an internal refurbishment.
Remote carpark expensive at £15-40 for 24 hours. No pavement to the town for some distance. Hotel not very clean - dirty floor and table. Paintwork needed attention particularly in the reception area. Food average, drinks expensive. Room service non existent. Staff pleasant and helpful. The whole place needs an internal refurbishment.
10
Michael
10 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
The check in was quick and easy, the room was superb and plenty big enough with a writing desk, coffee table and chairs and a superb bathroom complete with a bath. I dined in the evening, the food was first class, as was the service. Breakfast was also excellent. One minor criticism is that an omelette was the same price as a full English. I had that as I wasn't hungry enough for a full fry up but didn't want continental. Parking outside is also problematic. There is some short term parking very close but the main car park is a few minutes walk away and 'pay and display' so the cost of that needs to be factored in to the overall cost of a night stay. Overall I would recommend it and be happy to stay there again.
10
Dave
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was nice and comfortable and furnishings modern. the bed was extremely comfortable. The outside bar area overlooking the tidal estuary was lovely. We had an evening meal the first night of our stay that was delicious and reasonably priced. The location is great and extremely handy for public transport. The railways station is literally next door and that is how we travelled. Only a couple of things to be aware of, the access stairs to the upstairs rooms are narrow and extremely steep.
The hotel was nice and comfortable and furnishings modern. the bed was extremely comfortable. The outside bar area overlooking the tidal estuary was lovely. We had an evening meal the first night of our stay that was delicious and reasonably priced. The location is great and extremely handy for public transport. The railways station is literally next door and that is how we travelled. Only a couple of things to be aware of, the access stairs to the upstairs rooms are narrow and extremely steep.
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Gillian
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Good check in. Staff really friendly and helpful. Rokm was ok. Bit tired in parts. Floor very uneven and sloped in parts but it's an old building so to be expected I guess. Dinner was lovely but the tables were very sticky.either need a good scrub or a change in cleaning fluid. Breakfast was lovely and reasonably priced. Views are beautiful. Would stay again
Good check in. Staff really friendly and helpful. Rokm was ok. Bit tired in parts. Floor very uneven and sloped in parts but it's an old building so to be expected I guess. Dinner was lovely but the tables were very sticky.either need a good scrub or a change in cleaning fluid. Breakfast was lovely and reasonably priced. Views are beautiful. Would stay again
10
Dewi
15 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
lovely hotel. excellent base for an aberdovey stay
lovely hotel. excellent base for an aberdovey stay
8
Glyn
12 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast great Staff very helpful Room was good
Breakfast great Staff very helpful Room was good
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Andrei ioan
17 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The best place An unforgettable pleasant experience.
The best place An unforgettable pleasant experience.
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Colm
12 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room and very helpful staff but bar was closed (despite notice saying open till 11pm) on our return. We didn't breakfast there but went to Coast in the village. Recommended. No Car park that we were made aware of either.
Clean room and very helpful staff but bar was closed (despite notice saying open till 11pm) on our return. We didn't breakfast there but went to Coast in the village. Recommended. No Car park that we were made aware of either.
FAQs about Penhelig Arms
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 10.75 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed at the property with a fee of GBP 10.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request but cannot be guaranteed.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located by the sea in Aberdovey, within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Aberdyfi Beach. It is 1 mi from Aberdovey Golf Club and 1.3 mi from Aberdovey Bar.
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.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-22: 100.32238484369658USD
- 2026-10-23: 135.16905733123778USD
- 2026-10-24: 137.67144510433195USD
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- 2026-10-28: 99.71509529050445USD
- 2026-10-29: 107.81713651807402USD
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- 2026-10-31: 203.1090500324707USD
- 2026-11-01: 78.90801190061187USD
- 2026-11-02: 100.36582987779235USD
- 2026-11-03: 142.5576984232254USD
- 2026-11-04: 144.80826067874145USD
- 2026-11-05: 142.09567045085905USD
- 2026-11-06: 159.79256328311155USD
- 2026-11-07: 116.72144389012908USD
- 2026-11-08: 100.89633146660613USD
- 2026-11-09: 98.93446184757995USD
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- 2026-11-13: 116.02077189212035USD
- 2026-11-14: 118.35140679267883USD
- 2026-11-15: 100.48595167613982USD
- 2026-11-16: 103.18353844078064USD
- 2026-11-17: 100.89633146660613USD
- 2026-11-18: 100.89633146660613USD
- 2026-11-19: 98.93446184757995USD
- 2026-11-20: 116.02077189212035USD
- 2026-11-21: 117.21191343334961USD
- 2026-11-22: 100.36582987779235USD
- 2026-11-23: 102.01700634296417USD
- 2026-11-24: 115.21000321487426USD
- 2026-11-25: 104.47095363011931USD
- 2026-11-26: 102.10348582607268USD
- 2026-11-27: 116.18092573606108USD
- 2026-11-28: 116.02077189212035USD
- 2026-11-29: 100.89633146660613USD
- 2026-11-30: 95.66664938734435USD
- 2026-12-01: 102.34771551961516USD
- 2026-12-02: 100.89633146660613USD
- 2026-12-03: 102.01700634296417USD
- 2026-12-04: 120.10267192568969USD
- 2026-12-05: 119.82160932865905USD
- 2026-12-06: 105.24929463966369USD
- 2026-12-07: 103.09804265110016USD
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- 2026-12-10: 104.47095363011931USD
- 2026-12-11: 114.89209916049957USD
- 2026-12-12: 119.84322492250823USD
- 2026-12-13: 102.44942086621856USD
- 2026-12-14: 102.44942086621856USD
- 2026-12-15: 104.47095363011931USD
- 2026-12-16: 113.69882770915221USD
- 2026-12-17: 98.47401633855438USD
- 2026-12-18: 119.72431777169798USD
- 2026-12-19: 109.68152639530945USD
- 2026-12-20: 119.72431777169798USD
- 2026-12-21: 110.69321659369659USD
- 2026-12-22: 110.69321659369659USD
There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.75 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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