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About the Hotel

Queens Square, Dolgellau, United Kingdom, LL40 1AR
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Stylish, Comfy Rooms

The Royal Ship Hotel offers 25 individually styled rooms. Options include double, twin, and triple rooms, with many providing views of the town square and Cader Idris Mountain Range. A family suite accommodates up to 6 people, featuring 2 double beds and a sofa bed. Rooms include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Standard double and twin rooms offer external private bathrooms across the hallway. Dog-friendly rooms are available.

Welsh and British Meals

The restaurant at The Royal Ship features traditional Welsh and British meals, along with contemporary dishes. The family-friendly menus include classic dishes. A breakfast menu is available, including a 'Full Welsh'. The bar offers cask beers, lagers, spirits, and a selection of gins. The hotel offers menus for all seasons, and Sunday lunches.

Activities and Things to Do

The Royal Ship Hotel is located near Snowdonia National Park and Cadair Idris. The team has created a leaflet with walks from the hotel. Dolgellau Cycles offers bike rentals, including children's bikes and trailers. Water sport activities are available. Safe swimming spots are located nearby. The Mawddach Estuary is nearby. Wild swimming adventure is nearby, read all safety tips before setting off.

Location and Access

The Royal Ship Hotel is located in the old market town of Dolgellau. It is near Barmouth, Bala, and Twywn and 90 km from Chester Hawarden. Plenty of parking is available nearby via pay and display. The nearest bus stop is in Dolgellau town center, a short walk from the hotel. The closest train station is in Machynlleth, with connecting bus or taxi services to Dolgellau.

Functions and Services

The Royal Ship caters to celebrations, private hire events, wakes, christenings, and small company functions. Gift vouchers can be used against stays at The Royal Ship. Guests can check in from 3:00 PM and check out by 11:00 AM. An outdoor seating area is available. The hotel accepts Robinsons gift cards. There are two rooms that can be privately hired for celebrations and parties (including wedding receptions), business meetings or functions. The team can tailor menus to specific events.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
16 m² 
2 Single beds
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
16 m² 
3 Single beds
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Dolgellau200 m
Airports
Chester Hawarden (CEG) 85.1 km
RAF Valley - Anglesey (VLY) 109.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Queens Square, Dolgellau, United Kingdom, LL40 1AR
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Queens Square, Dolgellau, United Kingdom, LL40 1AR
Nearby
New Precipice Walk
140 m
Coed y Brenin Dolgefeiliau Snowdonia National Park
Go Ape at Coed y Brenin
140 m
Dolfrwynog Farm
Dolfrwynog Tea Gardens
140 m
Restaurants
Popty'r Dref
130 m
Popty'r Dref Upper Smithfield Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:00
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
18

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