About this property

Nestled in a peaceful riverside location in Betws-y-Coed, in the Snowdonia National Park, The Courthouse provides bed and breakfast accommodation, free WiFi and free parking. Originally a Victorian police station and courthouse, the property has been tastefully converted into a 4-star Guest house. All the rooms are individual with their own character and themed decor All feature king-size or super king-size beds, en-suite bathroom or shower rooms, flat-screen TVs with Freeview channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Some have views across the River Conwy and the hills beyond. Breakfast is served every morning in the garden room, and is prepared with fresh local ingredients. A wide choice is available with fresh fruit salad every morning and vegetarian options. Packed lunches can also be provided. A special feature of The Courthouse is the beautiful garden beside the River Conwy where guests can relax and unwind. Clothes dying and bike storage facilities are also available. The centre of Betws-y-Coed is just 3 minutes' walk from the Courthouse. and the Betws-y-Coed Railway Station is just 50 metres from the property's car park. There are some lovely walks from the village and the mountains of Snowdonia, with Snowdon itself just 15 minute's drive away. The spectacular Swallow Falls is just 2 miles away, whilst Conwy and Caernarfon castles are both within 15 miles. The coast can be reached in 30 minutes by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Betws-y-coed, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Adrian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was great. A lot of choice and well presented.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful location, breakfasts superb, very friendly hosts, bedroom very clean and comfortable
  • Giovanni
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were welcomed warmly and offered an upgrade to room with 'spa' bath. Room layout and decor (and facilities) were rather good. Quiet room and place, good parking facilities and great breakfast.
  • Kels
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We love the The Courthouse. Richard and Tanya provide exceptional service. The Courthouse is immaculate and the rooms are beautiful and comfortable with everything you need. And then there’s the 10/10 breakfast. Everything is fresh and cooked...
  • Torsten
    Germany Germany
    We stayed over 4 nights with our little family (4). Richard is a fantastic host and knows all the places around to visit. For all sorts of requests we had, he gave us the perfect recommendation!! The house and the rooms are just beautiful. Big...
  • Jeff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Enjoyed our stay at the Courthouse, a fabulous location, lovely room with a comfy bed and excellent breakfast.....highly recommended.
  • Melanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was excellent maybe one of the best I’ve ever had! Fresh fruit and cereals also an option if you’ve space after the cooked options
  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was amazing, rooms very comfortable and clean. Location was perfect. We stayed in the interrogation room that had a spa. Hosts very knowledgeable about the local area. It was an excellent break.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous, exceptionally clean, central location easy parking outside door ( had free car park too) lovely garden great breakfast
  • Pamela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Courthouse is Lovely, and Richard the host is Very Friendly and Knowledgeable. Perfect location and a Perfect stay, Thank You

Managed by Richard & Tanya

Company review score: 9.7Based on 355 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We think Snowdonia is a fabulous place to live and work. It has everything - the highest mountains, beautiful lakes and rivers, masses of outdoor activities, historic castles, and a beautiful coastline all within a short drive of Betws y coed. We love the peace & quiet; walking and cycling and the sheer enjoyment of being so close to nature. We are keen walkers and have personally climbed many of Snowdonia's high mountains and explored the wonderfully varied lower level walks through the Gwydyr forest. We have compiled walking routes and directions for many of these which we offer to our guests. We have welcomed guests from all over the world and we are pleased and proud that they have enjoyed their stay so much and given us such wonderful compliments.

Property information

Tanya and Richard Edwards took over The Courthouse in March 2014. Richard was previously the Tourism Manager for a local authority in Sussex; and has worked in travel and tourism management for most of his career. Tanya has also spent her career to date in the hospitality industry. The Courthouse is unique - originally the police station and courthouse for the Betws y coed area it is steeped in history and full of character. Since taking over the present owners have re-decorated all the guest rooms, replaced all the soft furnishings, carpets and beds and introduced lots of special touches to reflect the history and character of the building. A unique feature which is loved by our guests is the River Conwy which flows past the garden and is overlooked by 2 of our 5 guest bedrooms.

Neighbourhood information

Betws y coed truly is the "Gateway to Snowdonia". It lies at the confluence of 3 river valleys and straddles the A5 trunk road from London to Holyhead, yet is a lovely, tranquil and scenic village. The river Lugwy cascades through the village on its way from the mountains to the sea and is a spawning ground for salmon as well as other species. At the famous Pont y Pair bridge you can see the waters of the Lugwy cascading over the rocks and a mile or two up river there are the famous Swallow Falls. The Courthouse has an enviable location close to the centre of the village yet in a tranquil spot adjacent to the River Conwy. There are many scenic and varied walks from the village itself and we provide printed directions for our guests. The mountains of Snowdonia - and Mount Snowdon itself with it's 8 routes to the summit - are a short drive from the village. Also within a short drive are the most amazing adventure activities on ; offer at 3 Zipworld sites and the country's only man-made surf lagoon - Surf Snowdonia. North Wales has some of the best beaches in the country including the 3 mile long sandy beach at Black Rock. The famous Bodnant Gardens and Portmeirion are also close by

Languages spoken

English,French,Russian,Ukrainian

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

16+ years
Extra bed upon request
£100 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Arrivals after 22:00 must be requested in advance.

Please inform The Courthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.