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4- and 5-star hotels in Colwyn Bay
This shortlist covers the 4- and 5-star hotels and self-catering houses in Colwyn Bay, Wales, and the surrounding villages. It is for travellers who want a high-standard place to stay near the North Wales coast, whether for a couple's break, a family seaside holiday or a longer stay.
Staying in Colwyn Bay
Colwyn Bay sits on the North Wales coast, and this site lists 100 places to stay in the town, of which 7 are rated 5-star and 39 rated 4-star. The average guest score across Colwyn Bay is 4.6 out of 5, so the standard is generally high. The hotels here sit in a few distinct spots: some close to the town centre, around Woodland Road East and Woodland Park West, both 0.7 to 0.9 km from the centre; several along the promenade at Rhos on Sea, at Cayley Promenade, Marine Drive and West Promenade, 0.9 to 1.5 km from the centre; and a group in the outlying villages of Llysfaen, Old Colwyn, Glan Conwy, Llanrwst and Betws Gwerfil Goch, between 3.4 and 35.5 km away.
Couples and short-break visitors are well served by the town-centre and promenade houses, which put the seafront and the shops within easy reach. Families have more space in the self-catering properties on the edge of town and in the villages, where kitchens, gardens and cots appear in the facilities. Business travellers and anyone wanting a full-service stay will find reception, restaurant and conference facilities at Ellingham House. The village houses suit guests with a car who want quiet and easy access to the wider North Wales coast.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Ellingham House
1 Woodland Park West Ll29 7Dr Colwyn Bay Woodland Park West Colwyn Bay, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereEllingham House is a 5-star address on Woodland Park West, about 0.7 km from the centre of Colwyn Bay. Guests have a garden to unwind in and a restaurant on site, with free wifi and free car parking making the stay easy to organise. Non-smoking rooms, a lift and luggage storage add convenience, and pets are allowed.
See Ellingham HousePlas Rhos House
53 Cayley Promenade, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereSet on Cayley Promenade, Plas Rhos House is a 5-star property roughly 1.3 km from the centre and a short distance from the seafront. A bar and lounge, plus breakfast and a terrace, give guests places to start and end the day. Free wifi and free car parking keep things simple, and the 24 hour front desk suits guests arriving at any hour.
See Plas Rhos HouseThe Wren
Pentre Du Trawscoed Road Llysfaen, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThe Wren is a 5-star house at Pentre Du in Llysfaen, around 6.3 km from Colwyn Bay centre and within reach of the beach. A jacuzzi and a garden set the tone for a relaxed stay, while the kitchen, fireplace and non-smoking rooms make it a practical base. Parking is included, and a golf course nearby gives guests another way to spend an afternoon.
See The WrenBryn Mawndy
Bryn Mawndy Betws Gwerfil Goch, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBryn Mawndy is a 5-star property at Betws Gwerfil Goch, well away from the town at around 35.5 km from Colwyn Bay centre. The fireplace and garden create a comfortable place to settle in, and the kitchen with washing machine and cot suits longer family stays. Non-smoking rooms and parking round it out, with golf available nearby.
See Bryn MawndyHen Dy
Llanrwst Gwynedd Ll28 Uk, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHen Dy is a 5-star house in Llanrwst, about 9.6 km from Colwyn Bay centre. A fireplace and garden make the living space feel like a proper retreat, and the kitchen, washing machine and cot mean families can settle in properly. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, along with a garage for the car.
See Hen DyWaterside
103 Marine Drive _X000d_Rhos On Sea_X000d__X000d__X000d_, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWaterside sits on Marine Drive in Rhos on Sea, roughly 2.4 km from Colwyn Bay centre, and its name reflects the sea setting. A fireplace and garden give the house its comfort, while the kitchen, washing machine and cot make it work for longer stays. Free wifi, free car parking and a garage add convenience for guests arriving by car.
See WatersideBeachfront Apartment
Newstead_X000d_West Promenade_X000d_Rhos On Sea_X000d_, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBeachfront Apartment on West Promenade in Rhos on Sea is a 5-star base about 0.9 km from Colwyn Bay centre, facing the sea. The kitchen, garden and free wifi cover the essentials, and free car parking with a garage takes the stress out of arriving. Pets are allowed, so guests need not leave a dog behind, and fishing is an option close by.
See Beachfront ApartmentRobeth
Rhos On Sea Ll28 4Pg United Kingdom Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRobeth is a 4-star house in Rhos on Sea, around 2.3 km from Colwyn Bay centre and close to the beach. Guest ratings here sit at a full 5 out of 5 across 15 reviews, which speaks for itself. The games room and garden give guests room to relax, while the kitchen, fireplace and parking make the stay straightforward; pets are welcome and a golf course is nearby.
See RobethBryn Woodlands House
14 Woodland Road East, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBryn Woodlands House occupies a 4-star address on Woodland Road East, about 0.9 km from Colwyn Bay centre. Rooms come with bathrobes and coffee, and guests can count on free wifi and free car parking. Family rooms and non-smoking rooms are available, and the house has fishing, horse riding, water sports and mini golf for guests who want to be active.
See Bryn Woodlands HouseStaveley House B&B
83 Brompton Avenue Rhos On Sea Colwyn Bay Gb, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereStaveley House B&B is a 4-star guesthouse on Brompton Avenue in Rhos on Sea, roughly 1.5 km from Colwyn Bay centre. It keeps things simple: free car parking, free internet access in the lounge, and hairdryers and irons available. A compact, no-fuss base for guests who plan to be out exploring the coast rather than indoors.
See Staveley House B&BBay View House
2 Kings Road Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereBay View House is a 4-star property on Kings Road in Old Colwyn, about 3.4 km from Colwyn Bay centre and near the beach. The kitchen, fireplace and garden make it feel like a home rather than a hotel, and a terrace adds outdoor space. Free car parking is provided, and non-smoking rooms, a cot and a golf course nearby suit families and couples alike.
See Bay View HouseGlendalough
19 Whitehall Road Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGlendalough is a 4-star house on Whitehall Road in Rhos on Sea, around 1.2 km from the centre and close to the beach. The fireplace and garden set a cosy scene, and the kitchen with dishwasher, oven and washing machine handles everyday needs. Free car parking is available, pets are allowed, and a cot is on hand for younger guests.
See GlendaloughBryn Y Mor
Bryn Y Mor West End Glan Conwy, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBryn Y Mor is a 4-star house at West End in Glan Conwy, about 5.1 km from Colwyn Bay centre. A fireplace and garden give it a homely feel, and the kitchen with oven, microwave and washing machine makes self-catering easy. Free car parking comes with the stay, pets are allowed, and a cot and high chairs are available for families; golf and fishing are nearby.
See Bryn Y MorYr Hafan
42 Alltwen Llysfaen, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Beach nearby
- Internet access
Why stay hereYr Hafan is a 4-star property on Alltwen in Llysfaen, around 5.9 km from Colwyn Bay centre and close to the beach. It is a compact choice: non-smoking rooms, a garden area, wifi and parking, with a golf course and fishing within reach. A straightforward base for guests who want the coast and the countryside on the doorstep.
See Yr HafanWhitehall Guest House
51 Cayley Promenade Rhos On Sea Cayley Promenade Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereWhitehall Guest House stands on Cayley Promenade in Rhos on Sea, a 4-star address about 1.3 km from Colwyn Bay centre with the sea close by. A bar and restaurant mean guests need not go far for a meal, and the terrace and garden add outdoor space. Free wifi and free car parking are included, family rooms are available, and special diets can be catered for.
See Whitehall Guest House
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellingham House | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Plas Rhos House | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
| The Wren | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 6.3 km |
| Bryn Mawndy | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 35.5 km |
| Hen Dy | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 9.6 km |
| Waterside | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 2.4 km |
| Beachfront Apartment | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Robeth | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Bryn Woodlands House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Staveley House B&B | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 1.5 km |
| Bay View House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 3.4 km |
| Glendalough | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 1.2 km |
| Bryn Y Mor | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 5.1 km |
| Yr Hafan | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 5.9 km |
| Whitehall Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Bryn Mawndy, Hen Dy, Waterside, Bay View House and Glendalough all list kitchens, and every one of them has a cot, high chairs or both. Bay View House, Glendalough, Waterside and Hen Dy also add gardens, and Hen Dy and Waterside have free car parking. These self-catering houses give a family room to spread out and cook.
Bryn Mawndy · Hen Dy · Waterside · Bay View House · Glendalough
Steps from the sea
Ellingham House and Beachfront Apartment are the closest to the centre, at 0.7 km and 0.9 km. Plas Rhos House, Whitehall Guest House and Waterside sit at Rhos on Sea on or near the promenade. Whitehall Guest House and Waterside list sea views, and Whitehall Guest House adds a bar, a restaurant and family rooms.
Ellingham House · Plas Rhos House · Beachfront Apartment · Whitehall Guest House · Waterside
Full-service comfort
Ellingham House keeps a 24-hour-style set-up with reception, lifts, a restaurant, a conference hall, currency exchange and luggage storage. Plas Rhos House has a 24-hour front desk, a bar and breakfast. Bryn Woodlands House offers banquet space and family rooms, and Whitehall Guest House has a restaurant, a bar and a lounge.
Ellingham House · Plas Rhos House · Bryn Woodlands House · Whitehall Guest House
Bring the dog
Ellingham House, Beachfront Apartment, Robeth, Glendalough and Bryn Y Mor all state that pets are allowed. Each one also has free or on-site parking. Robeth, Glendalough and Bryn Y Mor add gardens, and Glendalough and Bryn Y Mor have kitchens and cots for younger guests.
Ellingham House · Beachfront Apartment · Robeth · Glendalough · Bryn Y Mor
Where to stay in Colwyn Bay
Rhos on Sea
Rhos on Sea is the coastal district named in the addresses of Plas Rhos House, Waterside, Beachfront Apartment, Robeth, Glendalough and Whitehall Guest House. These properties line Cayley Promenade, Marine Drive, West Promenade and the surrounding streets, 0.9 km to 2.4 km from the centre. Several of them look out to the sea, and most include a garden or parking.
Our picks here: Waterside · Beachfront Apartment · Robeth · Glendalough · Whitehall Guest House
Llysfaen
Llysfaen is a village inland from the coast, named in the addresses of The Wren and Yr Hafan. Both are quiet, non-smoking properties with gardens or garden areas and parking. The Wren adds a jacuzzi, a fireplace and a golf course nearby; Yr Hafan has internet access.
Old Colwyn
Old Colwyn is named in the address of Bay View House, on Kings Road, 3.4 km from the centre. The house has a kitchen, a garden, a terrace, high chairs and a fireplace, and it lists a beach and a golf course nearby. It suits a family or a couple wanting space away from the busiest part of town.
Our picks here: Bay View House
Questions, answered
Which hotels have parking?
Most of the list does. Ellingham House, Plas Rhos House, Hen Dy, Waterside, Beachfront Apartment, Robeth, Bryn Woodlands House, Staveley House B&B, Bay View House, Glendalough, Bryn Y Mor and Whitehall Guest House all state free or on-site parking. The Wren, Bryn Mawndy and Yr Hafan also list parking.
Are pets allowed?
Five properties allow pets: Ellingham House, Beachfront Apartment, Robeth, Glendalough and Bryn Y Mor. All five also provide parking, and Robeth, Glendalough and Bryn Y Mor have gardens as well. None of the others in this shortlist states that pets are allowed.
Which is closest to the centre?
Ellingham House, 0.7 km from the centre, is the nearest. Beachfront Apartment follows at 0.9 km, and Bryn Woodlands House is also 0.9 km away. Waterside and Staveley House B&B, at 2.4 km and 1.5 km, are the next closest.
Which hotels suit families?
Bryn Mawndy, Hen Dy, Waterside, Bay View House and Glendalough all have cots or high chairs, and all five have kitchens. Bryn Woodlands House and Whitehall Guest House each list family rooms, and Glendalough, Bay View House and Hen Dy add gardens.
Which are the best-rated?
Robeth holds a guest rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 15 reviews. The other properties in this shortlist do not carry a guest rating or review count on this page, so Robeth is the one confirmed top-rated pick among them.
Do any have a pool or spa?
No hotel in this shortlist lists a pool or a spa. The Wren does list a jacuzzi, and that is the closest facility to a spa among these properties. For water, guests rely on the sea nearby listed by The Wren, Robeth, Bay View House, Glendalough, Yr Hafan and Whitehall Guest House.
Can I get breakfast at these hotels?
Plas Rhos House lists breakfast among its facilities. Ellingham House, Bryn Woodlands House and Whitehall Guest House have restaurants, and Whitehall Guest House also caters for special diets. The self-catering houses such as The Wren, Hen Dy, Waterside and Beachfront Apartment have kitchens instead.
Which hotels are best for a short break?
Ellingham House, 0.7 km from the centre, and Beachfront Apartment, 0.9 km, put you within a short walk of the town and the seafront. Plas Rhos House, Whitehall Guest House and Waterside are also close in at Rhos on Sea, 1.3 km, 1.3 km and 2.4 km from the centre.