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4-star hotels in Criccieth
A shortlist of 4-star hotels and guest houses in the north Wales seaside town of Criccieth, gathered from recent rates and the best-reviewed rooms. It covers seafront hotels, country houses and self-catering cottages for couples, families and short breaks.
Staying in Criccieth
Criccieth is a small seaside town in Gwynedd, north Wales, and these 4-star places to stay cluster around its centre: Beach Bank, Caernarfon Road, West Parade, Porthmadog Road, Radcliffe Road, Marine Terrace, Castle Terrace and High Street all sit within a kilometre of the middle of town, while a few sit further out at Ymwlch Bach, the Penaber Estate, Llechwedd and Criccieth itself.
That spread suits different trips. Couples and short-break visitors are best served by the close-in hotels with bars, restaurants and sea views, while families and longer stays do well in the cottages and guest houses with kitchens, family rooms, cots and parking. Business visitors have conference facilities and lifts at one address, and self-catering groups get washing machines, dishwashers and gardens.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Caerwylan Hotel
Beach Bank, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSitting on Beach Bank with the sea and a garden, Caerwylan Hotel pairs its own restaurant and bar with a 4.8 guest rating from 244 reviews. Rooms come with bathrobes, toiletries and free wifi, and families are catered for with dedicated family rooms. Criccieth's centre is 0.3 km away, so the beachfront setting and the town's shops and cafes are both within easy reach. It suits couples and families who want a full-service seaside hotel rather than a guest house.
See Caerwylan HotelBron Rhiw Hotel Guest house
Caernarfon Road, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereBron Rhiw Hotel Guest house keeps things simple and highly rated: 5.0 from 72 reviews, with a 24 hour front desk on Caernarfon Road. Guests get free wifi, free car parking and breakfast, plus a bar and lounge for the evening. At 0.3 km from the centre, it works well for travellers who want to park once and walk into Criccieth, and for anyone arriving late who values a staffed reception at any hour.
See Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest houseThe Abereistedd
West Parade Cricciethgwynedd Ll52 0En, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereThe Abereistedd stands on West Parade, 0.6 km from the centre, with sea-facing atmosphere implied by its parade address, a garden and a terrace. A bar and lounge and an on-site restaurant cover meals without leaving the building, and free car parking is available. Guests can bring children, with cribs offered, though pets are not allowed. Its 5.0 rating comes from just 5 reviews, so treat it as a small, quiet choice for couples or families.
See The AbereisteddThe Towers Ardudwy
24 Marine Terrace, Criccieth, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereThe Towers Ardudwy on Marine Terrace is a self-catering style 4-star option 0.6 km from Criccieth's centre, with the beach nearby and sea views. A kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator plus a washing machine makes longer stays practical, and non-smoking rooms are standard. With only 2 reviews and a 3.5 rating, it is best suited to self-sufficient guests who want apartment-style space by the coast rather than hotel service.
See The Towers ArdudwyGlyn Y Coed
Porthmadog Rd, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGlyn Y Coed on Porthmadog Rd offers a guest-house scale stay, with 1 to 50 rooms, 0.3 km from the centre. A bar and lounge and a garden give guests somewhere to relax, while free wifi, free car parking, hairdryers and toiletries cover the essentials. It suits travellers who want a small, straightforward base within walking distance of Criccieth's centre and seafront.
See Glyn Y CoedBron Eifion Country House Hotel
Criccieth, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBron Eifion Country House Hotel sits 1.1 km from Criccieth and leans into its country-house setting with a garden and terrace, a restaurant and bar, and room service. Golf, fishing and horse riding are available nearby through the hotel's facilities, and family rooms with cot and sofa bed options make it workable for groups. Breakfast in room and special diets are offered, so guests with particular requirements are looked after. It suits those wanting more space and services outside the town centre.
See Bron Eifion Country House HotelTy'n y Gwynt
7 Castle Terrace, Bangor, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTy'n y Gwynt on Castle Terrace is 0.4 km from the centre and built around outdoor activity: bowling, canoeing, fishing, mini golf, surfing and a tennis court are all listed, alongside a garden. Family rooms and free car parking help, and wifi is free. Non-smoking rooms with smoke detectors cover the basics. It fits active families or groups who want sports and the coast on the doorstep rather than a restaurant-led hotel stay.
See Ty'n y GwyntGlanllifon Bed and Breakfast
West Parade Criccieth, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGlanllifon Bed and Breakfast on West Parade is 0.6 km from the centre and looks out to the sea, with a garden for guests. Water sports, canoeing, fishing, mini golf and tennis give it a noticeably outdoorsy character for a bed and breakfast. Rooms come with hairdryers, toiletries, towels and free wifi, and there is parking. It suits guests who want sea air, breakfast and a small-scale stay close to Criccieth's front.
See Glanllifon Bed and BreakfastY Stabal Criccieth
Ymwlch Bach Criccieth Ll52 0Rf United Kingdom, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereY Stabal Criccieth is 3.7 km from the centre, so it trades town convenience for quiet, with a garden and balcony. Self-catering facilities include a kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, plus a washing machine, and cribs are available for young children. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and rooms are non-smoking. It suits families or couples with a car who want space and privacy away from the seafront bustle.
See Y Stabal CricciethDoldeg Criccieth
Doldeg Penaber Estate, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Beach nearby
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereDoldeg Criccieth sits 0.5 km from the centre, close to the beach, and includes a garden, free wifi, internet access and parking. A golf course is among the listed facilities for guests who want a round during their stay, and rooms are non-smoking throughout. It is a compact, low-key option for travellers who want to be near both the sea and the town on foot.
See Doldeg CricciethMin y Gaer Guest House
Porthmadog Road, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereMin y Gaer Guest House on Porthmadog Road, 0.3 km from the centre, provides a bar, restaurant and conference facilities along with lifts and parking. The mix of dining and meeting space makes it unusual among Criccieth's smaller properties and useful for groups or business travellers. Internet access is available. It suits guests who want a central location with on-site food and drink and step-free access to upper floors.
See Min y Gaer Guest HouseMaelgwyn
Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereMaelgwyn is 0.2 km from the centre and close to the beach, with sea views and a garden. It is set up for self-catering, with a kitchen including dishwasher and refrigerator, a washing machine, and cots and high chairs for children. Pets are allowed, which is rare among the listings here. It suits families or pet owners who want a central Criccieth base with the freedom to cook and to walk to the shore.
See MaelgwynSwn y Mor Sound of the Sea
Radcliffe Road, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereSwn y Mor Sound of the Sea on Radcliffe Road is 0.2 km from the centre, right by the beach and looking out to the sea. A kitchen with refrigerator, high chairs, a garden and a DVD player make it comfortable for families, and fishing and golf are listed for days out. Pets are allowed and rooms are non-smoking. It suits guests who want the coast and the town within a short walk and the option to self-cater.
See Swn y Mor Sound of the SeaPen Y Braich Uchaf
Llechwedd, Bangor, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay herePen Y Braich Uchaf at Llechwedd is 6.8 km from Criccieth, so a car is essential, but it offers a garden, sea views and a fireplace. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and toaster, and a washing machine, with cots and high chairs provided. Fishing is among the listed facilities, and pets are welcome. It suits larger groups or families wanting a rural, self-catering escape with space to spread out.
See Pen Y Braich UchafLlawenfan
33 High Street, Criccieth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLlawenfan on High Street is the most central listing here at 0.1 km from the centre, with the beach nearby. It is a self-catering house with a kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, a washing machine, and a fireplace in the living space. High chairs and hairdryers are provided, pets are allowed, and there is free car parking. It suits families or groups who want to step straight out into Criccieth.
See Llawenfan
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caerwylan Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest house | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| The Abereistedd | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.6 km |
| The Towers Ardudwy | ★★★★ | – | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Glyn Y Coed | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Bron Eifion Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 1.1 km |
| Ty'n y Gwynt | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Glanllifon Bed and Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.6 km |
| Y Stabal Criccieth | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.7 km |
| Doldeg Criccieth | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Min y Gaer Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Maelgwyn | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Pen Y Braich Uchaf | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 6.8 km |
| Llawenfan | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 0.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For sea views
Caerwylan Hotel, The Abereistedd, The Towers Ardudwy, Glanllifon Bed and Breakfast, Maelgwyn and Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea all list sea views, and most are on or near West Parade and Beach Bank, a short step from the water.
Caerwylan Hotel · The Abereistedd · The Towers Ardudwy · Glanllifon Bed and Breakfast · Maelgwyn · Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea
For families
Caerwylan Hotel and Bron Eifion Country House Hotel offer family rooms and cots; Ty'n y Gwynt adds family rooms with mini golf, tennis and bowling nearby, and Maelgwyn, Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea and Pen Y Braich Uchaf provide kitchens, high chairs and cots.
Caerwylan Hotel · Bron Eifion Country House Hotel · Ty'n y Gwynt · Maelgwyn · Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea · Pen Y Braich Uchaf
For self-catering
The Towers Ardudwy, Y Stabal Criccieth, Maelgwyn, Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea, Pen Y Braich Uchaf and Llawenfan all have kitchens, with dishwashers, washing machines and refrigerators at several, and gardens or terraces at most.
The Towers Ardudwy · Y Stabal Criccieth · Maelgwyn · Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea · Pen Y Braich Uchaf · Llawenfan
For pets
Maelgwyn, Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea, Pen Y Braich Uchaf and Llawenfan all welcome pets, and each has a garden; note that The Abereistedd does not allow pets.
Maelgwyn · Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea · Pen Y Braich Uchaf · Llawenfan
Where to stay in Criccieth
West Parade
West Parade runs along the seafront, giving The Abereistedd and Glanllifon Bed and Breakfast sea views, gardens or terraces, and a position 0.6 km from the centre in a quiet, waterfront part of town.
Our picks here: The Abereistedd · Glanllifon Bed and Breakfast
Marine Terrace
Marine Terrace is a seafront address 0.6 km from the centre; The Towers Ardudwy here is a 4-star self-catering option with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, and the beach nearby.
Our picks here: The Towers Ardudwy
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Criccieth?
Llawenfan on High Street is 0.1 km from the centre, and Maelgwyn and Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea are 0.2 km away. Caerwylan Hotel, Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest house, Glyn Y Coed and Min y Gaer Guest House are all 0.3 km out.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Yes. Caerwylan Hotel, Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest house, The Abereistedd, Glyn Y Coed, Bron Eifion Country House Hotel, Ty'n y Gwynt, Glanllifon Bed and Breakfast, Y Stabal Criccieth, Doldeg Criccieth and others list parking, many of them free.
Which hotels allow pets?
Maelgwyn, Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea, Pen Y Braich Uchaf and Llawenfan all allow pets and have gardens. The Abereistedd does not allow pets.
Do any hotels have a pool or spa?
None of the listed hotels has a pool or spa. Facilities instead include bars, restaurants, gardens, terraces and beach access, plus kitchens in the self-catering properties.
Which hotels are best for families?
Caerwylan Hotel and Bron Eifion Country House Hotel have family rooms and cots. Maelgwyn, Swn y Mor Sound of the Sea and Pen Y Braich Uchaf add kitchens, high chairs and cots, and Ty'n y Gwynt has family rooms.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest house and The Abereistedd both score 5.0 out of 5, from 72 and 5 reviews. Caerwylan Hotel follows at 4.8 out of 5 from 244 reviews.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Caerwylan Hotel, Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest house and Bron Eifion Country House Hotel list breakfast, and Bron Eifion also offers breakfast in room. The self-catering cottages instead provide kitchens.
Which hotels have restaurants or bars?
Caerwylan Hotel, Bron Eifion Country House Hotel and Min y Gaer Guest House have restaurants; bars or lounges appear at Caerwylan Hotel, Bron Rhiw Hotel Guest house, The Abereistedd, Glyn Y Coed and Bron Eifion Country House Hotel.