About this property
Situated in Gwynedd, in the market town of Dolgellau, the Royal Ship hotel features a restaurant and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The market town is part of the Snowdonia National Park. The rooms at the Royal Ship offer a TV and tea and coffee making facilities, along with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The majority of rooms boast an en suite bathroom, and others have private allocated bathrooms. In the mornings, the hotel provides a buffet breakfast, with both full English and continental options. The restaurant offers a wide selection of traditional Welsh and British meals, as well as more contemporary dishes. The food is prepared using locally sourced produce where possible. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, along with lakes and beaches, the stunning landscape offers numerous outdoor activities, including fishing and canoeing. Cadair Idris is popular with climbers and is just 2 km south of the town. Free parking is available at the Royal Ship. We have a limited number of spaces and offer on a first come first served basis.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Emma
United Kingdom
“Location is central yet quiet. Free parking available. Cosy bar area. Country pub style restaurant with good menu, not expensive. Great local lager. Spacious, comfortable room. The staff are so polite and helpful, nothing was too much trouble.” - Beth
United Kingdom
“The fan in the bedroom!! Amazing. Tea/coffee facilities. Nice bar downstairs. Friendly staff. Great location” - Richard
United Kingdom
“Really comfy room and dog friendly. Centrally located in a wonderful historical town. Great free breakfast.” - Gail
United Kingdom
“We were getting married and they offered us an early check in so we could get ready” - Timothy
United Kingdom
“Really good little hotel. Good staff and welcome atmosphere 👍” - Marian
United Kingdom
“Ideal room, pet friendly, evening meal in the bar, - staff friendly. breakfast -very filling, ticked all boxes that we were looking for.” - Jane
United Kingdom
“The room could do with a paint but other than that the room was great the staff are great we use to have a perment static caravan on tanyfran caravan park for about 20 years so we no what dollgellau is like we were visiting close friends of ours” - Michelle
United Kingdom
“Excellent , the room was a bit pricey, but it was bank holiday” - Tony
United Kingdom
“Located in town centre, variety of walks nearby. Good food and pleasant staff.” - Ray
New Zealand
“One of the best managers we have experienced . So efficient and prompt in dealing with the food and service. Thank you.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Please note that parking spaces are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternatively there is plenty of parking available close by via pay and display.
Pets are permitted to the property, but please be aware that only a selected number of rooms can accommodate pets.
If guests are bringing their pet, please inform the property in advance to your arrival. Please note, this is subject to the availability of eligible rooms that can accommodate pets and must be agreed by the property beforehand.