Base Camp Snowdonia, Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0BN

Call Reception on 07562 954604

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Modern, chic hostel at the gateway to Snowdonia

This fantastic boutique hostel makes the perfect starting point for your adventure. It's situated just a 5 minute walk from the centre of the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coed, where you'll find the start of walking and cycling trails, independent shops, pubs and pizzerias. There are hourly direct bus routes to Snowdon, which is just a short ride away.

Base Camp Snowdonia sleeps up to 38 people in 4 or 6 bed dorms. You can book a bed in a dorm, a private room (some are en suite) or book the whole hostel for your group.

It goes without saying that everything about the hostel is modern and new. There's a kitchenette with microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster etc as well as the hostel's own cafe and bar. Here you can relax and chat with fellow adventurers, buy breakfasts and light meals and round of your day with a well deserved pint.

Owned and run by Base Camp Hostels, who also have Hathersage Hostel in the Peak District, the whole ethos is one of community and sustainability. Local, sustainable businesses supply the cafe, there's a 10% discount on your booking if you join the Base Camp community and you'll get a free drink if you arrive by public transport.
This modern hostel makes your perfect base for exploring Snowdonia. Situated in Betws-y-Coed, you’ll have a choice of walking and cycling routes from the doorstep. While the mountains and many attractions of Snowdonia are just a short drive away. If you worry about parking there are hourly buses that will take you direct to Snowdon.

The hostel sleeps up to 38. Book a bed in a dorm, a private room (some are en suite) or the whole hostel for your group.
This fantastic boutique hostel makes the perfect starting point for your adventure. It's situated just a 5 minute walk from the centre of the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coed, where you'll find the start of walking and cycling trails, independent shops, pubs and pizzerias. There are hourly direct bus routes to Snowdon, which is just a short ride away.

Base Camp Snowdonia sleeps up to 38 people in 4 or 6 bed dorms. You can book a bed in a dorm, a private room (some are en suite) or book the whole hostel for your group.

It goes without saying that everything about the hostel is modern and new. There's a kitchenette with microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster etc as well as the hostel's own cafe and bar. Here you can relax and chat with fellow adventurers, buy breakfasts and light meals and round of your day with a well deserved pint.

Owned and run by Base Camp Hostels, who also have Hathersage Hostel in the Peak District, the whole ethos is one of community and sustainability. Local, sustainable businesses supply the cafe, there's a 10% discount on your booking if you join the Base Camp community and you'll get a free drink if you arrive by public transport.

This accommodation is featured on our map of Snowdonia and North Wales and here is its own website.

Availability

Available    Unavailable

Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    38: 3x4, 2x4 en suite, 2x6, 1x6 en suite
  • Open:

    All year.
  • Price per night:

    £35-£55 per bed.
  • Booking:

    Please book online or phone. Groups please enquire for special rates, extra help etc.
  • Directions:

    Base Camp Snowdonia is directly on the A5, opposite Alpkit on the south side of the road.
  • Public Transport :

    The nearest railway station is in Betws-y-coed, just a 10 minute walk from the hostel. Direct trains, from London, Liverpool and Manchester
  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Traws Eyri Snowdonia Slate Trail Trans Euro Trail
This accommodation is featured on the following pages
Wild Swimming Mountains Eco Hostels Close to a Pub Individuals welcome Accommodation for Cyclists Breakfast Evening Meals Discount for Sustainable Travel

This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available August Bank Holiday 2026 Available October Half Term 2026 Available for Christmas 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027 Available Easter 2027 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2027 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
dBedding provided
gFully heated
mMeals available (with notice)
nBreakfast available (with notice)
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
iDrying room
jShowers
[WiFi

Map

Map showing the location of Base Camp Snowdonia

News & Offers from Base Camp Snowdonia

Discounts for Scouts and DoE in Eryri

September 21st 2026

15% OFF Exclusive Hire for Scouts and DoE! Base Camp Snowdonia situated in the gateway to the Eryri National Park provides comfortable boutique accommodation for up to 38 guests spread across 8 dorms comprising of 6-bed and 4-bed dorms, with each bed fitted with privacy curtains, USB sockets, UK plug socket, reading light and storage net to provide you a great night rest! Featuring hot high-pressure rain showers, drying room and a cosy communal space, Base Camp Snowdonia provides the ultimate cosy boutique get away stay in the Eryri National Park! With plenty of local walking routes, hikes and busses direct into the mountains.

Each bed is equipped with a privacy curtain, USB sockets, a UK plug socket, reading light, storage net and hypoallergenic bedding to boot! Our showers are fitted with hot high-pressure over-head rain showers and shower wands with natural shampoo and body wash to get that warm squeaky clean feeling after a long day of getting mucky in the mountains. A cosy communal space designed to encourage conversation, you won’t find a TV here, but you will find community. Still need to connect? We also provide free Wi-Fi for all our guests available all throughout the building, whether it be watching a show in bed, or downloading a map in the car park, you’re covered.

Our set up: 38 beds: 5 dorms of 4 beds and 3 dorms of 6 beds.

If the above sounds right for you, we are offering 15% OFF all exclusive hire stays for Scouts and DoE groups looking to stay over the winter period!

Aerial View of Base Camp Snowdonia in Betws-y-Coed
Special Offer

Swim in the River Llugwy just behind Base Camp Snowdonia

June 25th 2025

What could be better a morning dip in the crystal clear waters of the river Llugwy which runs through Betws-y-Coed, before you retrun to the comfort of Base Camp Snowdonia where you can rustle up a cooked breakfast in the self catering kitchen? Not a morning dipper? How about a refeshing evening splash around after a busy day exploring the local walks and mountains? Whenever you like to take the plunge into the waters of Snowdonia, Base Camp Snowdonia and the river in Betws-y-Coed are waiting for you.

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Aerial View of Base Camp Snowdonia in Betws-y-Coed

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