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4-star hotels in Conwy
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in Conwy, North Wales, built for travellers who want a walled-town base with a castle on the doorstep and Snowdonia within reach. It suits couples, families and short-break visitors comparing guest rating, facilities and distance to the centre.
Staying in Conwy
Conwy is a walled town on the North Wales coast, compact enough to explore on foot, with a castle, a quayside and narrow streets at its heart, and the mountains of Snowdonia rising behind. The shortlist covers the town itself and the surrounding valley, so you can choose between stepping out of your door into the old streets or staying a short drive away in quieter countryside.
Most of these hotels sit in Conwy town, with addresses on York Place, Rose Hill Street, High Street, Church Street, Watkin Street, Erskine Terrace, Woodlands, Larkhill and Llanrwst Road, all within 0.3 to 0.7 km of the centre. Further out are Deganwy Quay at 1.8 km, Rowen and Tyn y Groes at around 4 km, Conway Road at 9.4 km, and Betws Y Coed at 28.3 km. Couples and short-break visitors will find the town-centre properties most convenient, families are well served by the ones with family rooms or self-catering kitchens, and drivers get free car parking at many of them.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Gwynfryn
4 York Place, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA 4-star house 0.7 km from the centre of Conwy, Gwynfryn earns a guest rating of 4.9 from 126 reviews. Breakfast can be taken in your room, and there is a terrace plus a restaurant on site. Rooms come with a bath, coffee-making facilities and free wifi, and parking is available. Couples and solo travellers who want a quiet base within walking distance of the town will find it suits them well.
See GwynfrynThe Erskine Arms
Rose Hill Street, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Breakfast · Step-free access
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Erskine Arms sits 0.6 km from the centre of Conwy and holds a 4.5 guest rating from 2168 reviews, so it is a well-tested choice. A restaurant and bar keep meals and drinks on the doorstep, breakfast is served, and free wifi runs throughout. Step-free access makes it workable for guests with reduced mobility. It fits travellers who want a lively, central stay rather than a secluded one.
See The Erskine ArmsQuay Hotel and Spa
Deganwy Quay, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 1.8 km from the centre at Deganwy Quay, the Quay Hotel and Spa is the pick here for facilities: an indoor pool, sauna, fitness centre and massage, with a beach nearby and sea views from some rooms. A 4.4 guest rating comes from 1720 reviews. Families are catered for with family rooms and cots, and parking is free. It suits guests who want leisure facilities and a waterside setting.
See Quay Hotel and SpaCastle Hotel
High Street, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Castle Hotel stands on High Street, 0.7 km from the centre of Conwy, and scores 4.4 from 1312 reviews. It welcomes pets, has a restaurant and bar, and serves breakfast, with room service and a 24-hour front desk for late arrivals. Free car parking takes the stress out of arriving by car. Good for travellers who want a full-service, central hotel and are bringing a dog.
See Castle HotelGwern Borter Manor
Rowen Conwy Conwy Ll32 8Yl Uk, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGwern Borter Manor is a 4-star property 4.1 km from Conwy, with a 4.7 guest rating from 45 reviews. The garden and free car parking suit guests arriving by car, and pets are welcome. Fishing and a golf course are among the options nearby. Non-smoking rooms throughout. Best for those who prefer a quieter, out-of-town base and are travelling with a pet.
See Gwern Borter ManorConwy Valley Cottages
Tan Y Bryn Hen Efail Tyn Y Groes, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereConwy Valley Cottages, 4.0 km from the centre, is self-catering: each unit has a kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher, plus a fireplace and patio. Guests rate it 4.5 from 27 reviews. A garden, games room and table tennis keep everyone occupied, and there is free parking. Family rooms, cots and high chairs make it a practical choice for families or groups wanting their own space.
See Conwy Valley CottagesTy Potiwr
16 Erskine Terrace, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereTy Potiwr on Erskine Terrace is 0.7 km from the centre of Conwy and rates 4.6 from 5 reviews. This is a self-catering property with a kitchen, oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a garden and free car parking. Non-smoking rooms and a beach nearby. It suits guests who want to cook for themselves and stay within easy reach of the town.
See Ty PotiwrIXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia
Conway Road, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereIXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia lies 9.4 km from Conwy and rates 4.3 from 3 reviews. Air conditioning, a fitness centre and sauna are on site, along with a restaurant, bar and breakfast. Family rooms, cots and a 24-hour front desk add convenience, and parking is free. Pets are allowed. It fits travellers heading for the Snowdonia area who want hotel facilities and a spa.
See IXORA Hotel & Spa SnowdoniaBryn Derwen Guest House
Woodlands, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBryn Derwen Guest House is the closest of these hotels to the centre at 0.3 km. Rooms include a bath, coffee-making facilities and free wifi, and a garden and free car parking are available. Active guests can make use of tennis courts, canoeing, horse riding and water sports nearby. It suits visitors who want to be on foot in Conwy and spend their days outdoors.
See Bryn Derwen Guest HouseYHA Conwy Hostel
Larkhill Sychnant Pass Road, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereYHA Conwy Hostel sits 0.6 km from the centre on Sychnant Pass Road. Family rooms and a kitchen are available, along with a games room, garden and lounge, and free wifi and free car parking. A restaurant, bar and picnic area cover meals. Step-free access is provided. It suits groups, families and walkers who want shared facilities and a central location.
See YHA Conwy HostelGlan Heulog Guest House
Llanrwst Road, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGlan Heulog Guest House is 0.3 km from the centre of Conwy, with family rooms, a garden and free car parking. Rooms come with a bath, coffee, a TV and wifi, and a fireplace adds warmth in colder months. Canoeing, fishing, tennis and water sports are within reach. A good fit for families and couples who want a guest-house stay a short walk from the town.
See Glan Heulog Guest HouseGlyn Isa Country House luxury self catering accommodation
Glyn Isaf, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGlyn Isa Country House offers luxury self-catering 4.3 km from Conwy. Units include a kitchen or kitchenette with oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a fireplace, patio and terrace, and there is a garden and free parking. Non-smoking throughout with safety features in place. It suits guests who want the privacy of a whole house and the freedom to cook.
See Glyn Isa Country House luxury self catering accommodationGlan Nug
Betws Y Coed, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGlan Nug at Betws Y Coed is 28.3 km from Conwy, a 4-star self-catering option with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, and a fireplace and garden. Pets are allowed, and parking is free. This one is for guests planning to explore the Betws Y Coed area rather than stay in Conwy itself, and who want their own kitchen and space for a dog.
See Glan NugThe Erskine Arms
10 Church Street, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Erskine Arms on Church Street is 0.6 km from the centre of Conwy. A restaurant and bar provide meals and drinks on site, and rooms have a desk, coffee-making facilities, wifi and a hairdryer. Express check-in and parking are available. Non-smoking rooms with safety features. It suits couples and business travellers who want a central base with food and drink downstairs.
See The Erskine ArmsConwy View Cottage
4 Watkin Street, Conwy, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereConwy View Cottage on Watkin Street is 0.6 km from the centre and overlooks the river. It is self-catering, with a kitchen including oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a fireplace, balcony and terrace. Family rooms, cots and high chairs are provided. Bowling, canoeing, horse riding and tennis are nearby. Ideal for families or groups who want space and their own kitchen in town.
See Conwy View Cottage
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwynfryn | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.7 km |
| The Erskine Arms | ★★★★ | – | Yes | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Quay Hotel and Spa | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.8 km |
| Castle Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Gwern Borter Manor | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 4.1 km |
| Conwy Valley Cottages | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 4.0 km |
| Ty Potiwr | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
| IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 9.4 km |
| Bryn Derwen Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.3 km |
| YHA Conwy Hostel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Glan Heulog Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Glyn Isa Country House luxury self catering accommodation | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 4.3 km |
| Glan Nug | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 28.3 km |
| The Erskine Arms | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Conwy View Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Quay Hotel and Spa has family rooms, an indoor pool and a garden, and sits at Deganwy Quay 1.8 km from Conwy. Conwy Valley Cottages and YHA Conwy Hostel also offer family rooms, while IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia adds family rooms plus a fitness centre on Conway Road. All four have free car parking, which makes days out with children easier.
Quay Hotel and Spa · Conwy Valley Cottages · IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia · YHA Conwy Hostel
For couples
Gwynfryn, on York Place 0.7 km from the centre, is the top-rated pick here at 4.9 from 126 reviews. The Erskine Arms on Rose Hill Street pairs a bar and restaurant with a 4.5 rating from 2168 reviews, while Conwy View Cottage and Ty Potiwr, both 0.7 km out, give couples a self-contained base with a fireplace or garden.
Gwynfryn · The Erskine Arms · Conwy View Cottage · Ty Potiwr
For the best reviews
Gwynfryn leads with 4.9 out of 5 from 126 reviews. Gwern Borter Manor at Rowen follows on 4.7 from 45 reviews, Ty Potiwr on 4.6 from 5 reviews, and The Erskine Arms on Rose Hill Street on 4.5 from 2168 reviews. Ratings reflect guest feedback rather than facilities, so weigh them alongside what each hotel offers.
Gwynfryn · Gwern Borter Manor · Ty Potiwr · The Erskine Arms
Closest to the centre
Bryn Derwen Guest House on Woodlands and Glan Heulog Guest House on Llanrwst Road are both 0.3 km from the centre. The Erskine Arms appears at 0.6 km on both Rose Hill Street and Church Street, making the town's streets, castle and quayside easy to reach on foot from any of these.
Bryn Derwen Guest House · Glan Heulog Guest House · The Erskine Arms · The Erskine Arms
Where to stay in Conwy
Deganwy
Deganwy Quay is a waterside spot 1.8 km from Conwy, across the estuary from the town. Quay Hotel and Spa is the listed hotel here, with sea, beach nearby, an indoor pool, a spa with sauna and massage, and free car parking, making it a quieter base with easy access back into Conwy.
Our picks here: Quay Hotel and Spa
Rowen
Rowen is a village in the Conwy valley, 4.1 km from the centre, surrounded by countryside. Gwern Borter Manor is the hotel listed here, with a garden, fishing, free car parking and pets allowed, suiting guests who prefer a rural setting within a short drive of Conwy town.
Our picks here: Gwern Borter Manor
Betws Y Coed
Betws Y Coed is a village in Snowdonia, 28.3 km from Conwy along the valley. Glan Nug is the hotel listed here, a self-catering property with a kitchen, dishwasher, fireplace, garden and free car parking, and pets are allowed, which suits a longer countryside stay away from the coast.
Our picks here: Glan Nug
Questions, answered
Do these Conwy hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at The Erskine Arms on Rose Hill Street, Quay Hotel and Spa, Castle Hotel, Gwern Borter Manor, Conwy Valley Cottages, Ty Potiwr, IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia, Bryn Derwen Guest House, YHA Conwy Hostel, Glan Heulog Guest House, Glyn Isa Country House and Glan Nug. The Erskine Arms on Church Street lists parking without specifying that it is free.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at The Erskine Arms on Rose Hill Street, Quay Hotel and Spa, Castle Hotel and IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia. Gwynfryn lists breakfast in room as well as a restaurant, and Quay Hotel and Spa and IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia also list breakfast in room.
Are any of these hotels pet friendly?
Pets are allowed at Castle Hotel on High Street, Gwern Borter Manor, IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia and Glan Nug. If you are travelling with a dog, check the individual hotel's pet policy before booking, as the listed details do not state any restrictions or charges.
Which Conwy hotels have a pool or spa?
Quay Hotel and Spa at Deganwy Quay lists an indoor pool, sauna and massage, and is 1.8 km from the centre. IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia on Conway Road lists a sauna, fitness centre and massage, but it is 9.4 km from Conwy. No other hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or spa.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are listed at Quay Hotel and Spa, Conwy Valley Cottages, IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia, YHA Conwy Hostel and Glan Heulog Guest House. Self-catering kitchens at Conwy Valley Cottages, Ty Potiwr, Glyn Isa Country House and Glan Nug can also work well for families; Conwy Valley Cottages adds a games room.
Which hotel is closest to Conwy town centre?
Bryn Derwen Guest House on Woodlands and Glan Heulog Guest House on Llanrwst Road are both 0.3 km from the centre. The Erskine Arms at Rose Hill Street and Church Street, YHA Conwy Hostel on Larkhill, Conwy View Cottage on Watkin Street, Gwynfryn, Castle Hotel and Ty Potiwr are all between 0.6 and 0.7 km away.
Which is the top-rated hotel in this shortlist?
Gwynfryn on York Place has the highest guest rating at 4.9 out of 5, based on 126 reviews, and is 0.7 km from the centre. Gwern Borter Manor follows at 4.7 from 45 reviews, then Ty Potiwr at 4.6 from 5 reviews and The Erskine Arms at 4.5 from 2168 reviews.
Are there hotels with a restaurant or bar?
Restaurants are listed at The Erskine Arms on Rose Hill Street, Quay Hotel and Spa, Castle Hotel, IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia and YHA Conwy Hostel, with bars at those and also at Gwynfryn and Conwy Valley Cottages. Gwynfryn and Castle Hotel additionally list special diets, and IXORA Hotel & Spa Snowdonia and YHA Conwy Hostel list lunch.