THE HOTEL
Set within a former slate quarry on the edge of the breathtaking Eryri National Park (Snowdonia), which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Slate Landscape of North West Wales, the hotel reopened in April 2025 following a refurbishment. It has 24 bedrooms, including several dog-friendly rooms. It’s surrounded by outdoor activities, including mountain biking and ziplining, and runs corporate retreats. Guests can also stay in shepherd’s huts and glamping tents.
THE CHECK-IN
We arrived a few hours early and there was nobody around at first, but we eventually found a member of the young cleaning team who found someone to check us in at the reception/bar and directed us to our room up two flights of stairs.
THE ROOM
Our loft-style, dog-friendly room had sloping ceilings and one small low window with views across the car park. The bathroom had a bath with a shower fitting. A clever storage unit had hanging space for clothes and numerous shelves, some of which were used for a safe, kettle, cups, teas, coffees and shortbread biscuits. The decor was minimal except for two large modern prints of sheep.
THE FACILITIES
The hotel is a short walk away from Zip World and is next door to a bike park with 14 downhill mountain bike trails. There’s a large terrace for summer evenings, a bar/lounge and a cosy, rustic restaurant that was busy with hotel guests every night. My chicken gyro (£17) was a bit dry but my husband enjoyed his burger (£17.50). Breakfast is served in the same space and some of the products, such as the yoghurts, are made in Wales. The hot breakfast was good and not greasy. There’s a large car park and EV charging. Dogs are welcome and during our stay we saw many guests with their four-legged friends. The hotel even provides poo bags in a plastic wall dispenser on the terrace.
THE BUSINESS
With a range of accommodation and challenging activities right on your doorstep, Plas Weunydd is ideal for team getaways. But you’ll need your own transport as it’s quite remote.
THE VERDICT
The young, laid back team made it feel like a hostel at times, but it’s a good option if you’re looking for an affordable, adreneline-fuelled retreat.
THE DETAILS
Rooms sleeping up to four from £120 a night.
plasweunydd.co.uk
