Pentre Bach Bunkhouse
Pentre Bach Bunkhouse, Pentre Bach, Waunfawr, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL54 7AJ
Call Karen Neil on 07798 733939 (9am-9pm)
Self catering bunkhouse in Snowdonia
The Bunkhouse has central heating and has two floors. The ground floor has tables with benches and a cooking area with electric hobs, microwaves, fridge and freezer. Upstairs are alpine sleeping platforms with mattresses for 16. Drying room and toilets with washing facilities and showers, shared with the camp-site, are just across the yard.
The campsite is ideal for individuals, families, and groups of up to 35 people. It is a small, peaceful site with simple facilities. There is a compost toilet block within the camping field, as well as toilets and showers shared with bunkhouse guests.
A communal fire pit provides the perfect place to relax in the evening, listen to owls, and gaze at the stars (please bring your own firewood).
Based between Waunfawr and Betws Garmon, Pentre Bach is surrounded by the superb scenery of Moel Eilio and Mynydd Mawr and has views towards Mount Snowdon. There are great walks from the bunkhouse or take a short car journey to the Nantlle ridge and the main footpaths up Snowdon.
Large or small groups, families and individuals all welcome. Local pub is CAMRA Pub of the year in the area. Great beer and good food.
The Bunkhouse has central heating and has two floors. The ground floor has tables with benches and a cooking area with electric hobs, microwaves, fridge and freezer. Upstairs are alpine sleeping platforms with mattresses for 16. Drying room and toilets with washing facilities and showers, shared with the camp-site, are just across the yard.
The campsite is ideal for individuals, families, and groups of up to 35 people. It is a small, peaceful site with simple facilities. There is a compost toilet block within the camping field, as well as toilets and showers shared with bunkhouse guests.
A communal fire pit provides the perfect place to relax in the evening, listen to owls, and gaze at the stars (please bring your own firewood).
Based between Waunfawr and Betws Garmon, Pentre Bach is surrounded by the superb scenery of Moel Eilio and Mynydd Mawr and has views towards Mount Snowdon. There are great walks from the bunkhouse or take a short car journey to the Nantlle ridge and the main footpaths up Snowdon.
Large or small groups, families and individuals all welcome. Local pub is CAMRA Pub of the year in the area. Great beer and good food.
This accommodation is featured on our map of Snowdonia and North Wales and here is its own website.
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Beds & Rooms:
16: 1x16.Open:
All year. All day. Enquires 9am - 9pm. Arrive from 4pm, leave by 11am.Price per night:
£22pp (inc gas, electric & showers). Sole use bookings negotiable according to group size. Dogs £2 per night, max 2 if sharing. Camping £10pp, DofE groups & Scouts £8pp.Booking:
One night's deposit required with balance payable before arrival. Short notice bookings accepted by phone or email with full payment required by bank transfer. Confirmation will follow.Directions:
Refer to Google maps or check the where we are on our website. Postcode LL54 7AJ.Public Transport :
Train station at Bangor. S3 bus from Caernarfon to Beddgelert stops at the bottom of the drive on request.Walks :
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available October Half Term 2026 Available for Christmas 2026 Available New Year 2026 / 2027 Available February Half Term 2027 Available Easter 2027 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2026Facilities
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News & Offers from Pentre Bach Bunkhouse
Rare Cancellation August
June 15th 2026
We have availability for August 22nd and 23rd at Pentre Bach Bunkhouse
We now have availability for August 22nd and 23rd due to a rare cancellation. Camping also available .You can book via our website, email or call Karen..We are ideally based if you wish to get away for a couple of days to recharge your batteries. The mountains are near and so are numerous lovely beaches. Our beautiful Royal Town of Caernarfon is only 5 miles away. You have the castle to explore with many cafes, pubs and restaurants. Beddgelert is only 9 miles away and has a lovely river walk.
Bunkhouse & Camping Near Snowdon Ranger and Rhyd Ddu
June 11th 2026
At Pentre Bach Bunkhouse, we also offer camping facilities, allowing us to accommodate up to 35 guests in total. We are the perfect base for outdoor groups, clubs, universities, families, and stag or hen parties. The bunkhouse sleeps up to 16 people, with additional camping available for individuals, small groups, or exclusive-use bookings. Located just a 5-minute drive from the Snowdon Ranger and Rhyd Ddu paths and close to the coast, we offer the best of both mountain and seaside adventures – we have it all!
Latest Blog about Pentre Bach Bunkhouse
Camping, Scrambling and Rambling in Snowdonia: My first adventure after lockdown
July 2nd 2021
“Soon we were balancing along Crib Goch Ridge, with drops on each side like nothing you could imagine. No ropes and no hand holes – just fresh air and amazing views…”
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