Reviews of Woodlands Centre
Vicarage Road, Betws-y-coed, LL24 0AD, United Kingdom
#3 of 13 hotels in Betws-y-coed
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 206 hostel reviews
9.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.4
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Comfort
9.0
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Location
9.8
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Facilities
9.0
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Staff
9.7
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Afnan
United Kingdom1 review10“Cozy and great location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The staff are the nicest people, made me feel home and gave nice recommendations for hikes. The place is tidy and I found all what I needed in the kitchen. The location is great with a mesmerizing view from each window Perfect for backpackers 5 mins walk from the station. Def will be coming back
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Isabel
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It would’ve been nice to have the option to rent a towel
It had a great location and the staff were very friendly. We arrived a little late and Michele was amazing and accommodating, she was so friendly and welcoming and a great start to the day.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Samuel
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Warden was helpful and friendly and the facilities are great. Huge kitchen, so even in our large group we could make breakfast for everyone. Great location, a very short walk into town or to a nearby trail, and we got an inexpensive bus to Pen y Pass to start our trek up Yr Wyddfa.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Deborah
Australia1 review10“Woodlands offers a perfect alpine hostel base for exploring Snowdonia!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Hard mattress in the dorm. Two nights in the single room was a little cramped but I slept really well. I decided to stay on and transferred to a female dorm but didn’t sleep. Just a personal preference for a softer mattress.
Michele, was a kind a caring host. I enjoyed the hostel style which matched the village area I chose to stay in of Betwse-y-coed. Plus the bus and train were an easy walk and allowed me to tour all over Snowdonia using public transport. Great base and lots of lovely cafes and restaurants a short stroll away. As I’m a chef the S/S kitchen was a big plus for me. Really well equipped. And, Plenty of bedding and lovely and warm. Good WiFi
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Sophie
United Kingdom6 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location, really welcoming, excellent kitchen facilities, great value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
David
United Kingdom8 reviews9.0“Great value for money, it had everything I needed for a lovely stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location for exploring Snowdonia. Michele the warden was super helpful. The kitchen facilities and drying room were great.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Hobbs
United Kingdom12 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We were fine with everything.
Friendly staff, interesting guests mainly hikers and cavers. Access to a kitchen is useful when one of your party has a food intolerance and this was well equipped.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Juliette
Vietnam52 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
This place is a gem; it's as simple as that!
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 12 March 2024
David
United Kingdom18 reviews2 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Impressive house and gardens with good facilities including a kitchen and drying room and friendly wardens. Short walk to the shops and restaurants of Betws-y-Coed and there are good local walking options along the river and into the woods.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Steve
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
Heating didnt come on on Saturday evening.
Good lcoation, freindly and relaxed welcome and general atmosphere. Good facilites
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Philipp
Germany26 reviews10“My best days in the UK - simple and peaceful”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Heating had to be adjusted by the warden manually, but that didn't bother me because I don't like it too warm anyway so I didn't "complain" about it. If I would they would have fixed it immediately.
Wonderful suroundings and a beautiful building. I liked the vibe of a country hostel with the facilities such as shower- and drying-room. It was very quiet and peaceful during winter and close to hiking trails as well as the train station.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Milda
United Kingdom24 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
I haven't stayed in a hostel for many years, and I was worried that I might regret my choice, but this hostel is excellent! It is clean and has everything you need. I was there in February and there weren't many guests. There are loads of places to eat around, including a bakery and a pizza restaurant. The town itself is stunning. I am planning to return.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Kirsty
United Kingdom4 reviews10“I would definitely stay here again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
No lockable storage space in the dorm.
Despite the building being a little run down, the location is amazing, the shared communal room is very cosy, the staff were super friendly, and the kitchen is almost a commercial-style kitchen with everything you could need.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 20 January 2024
Michael
United Kingdom7 reviews10“Very Nice Place”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The staff were very friendly. Comfy bed. Good value for money.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Tania
United Kingdom14 reviews8.0“Warm, welcoming and wonderful”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
The Woodlands Centre is a warm and welcoming property. We were hosted by the wonderful Michelle. The location is superb, the single room comfortable and warm. I would highly recommend a stay if you are looking to hike, walk or engage in outdoor sports.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Meghan
Australia2 reviews10“A comfortable and cosy stay well placed for all occasions.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Quite a steep hill up to the entrance so something to keep in mind for those with mobility issues. Otherwise everything was amazing!
Very well placed, well set up with all necessities. Very comfortable as well. Staff were so kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend staying here and will absolutely be back again!
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 23 December 2023
Jovan
Netherlands2 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Excellent value if you are looking for a simple place to stay and explore the local area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The showers are shared with other guests. The building is old but we'll maintained.
Great location and car parking. Everything you need and fantastic value for money.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 4 December 2023
Paul
United Kingdom1 review10“I can’t praise the place enough fantastic”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Every single detail was taken care from the beginning. Micheal Greeted us and showed us everything we needed to know . The facilities for mountain biking, hiking,walking are amazing. Enough showers for a big group.Kitchen was fully equipped and clean. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Fully equipped drying room perfect for our needs
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Richard
United Kingdom11 reviews9.0Superb- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent place to stay, friendly, clean good location.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 10 November 2023
Dave
United Kingdom8 reviews8.0“The Accommodation and location meet my expectations and requirements, couldn't have gone any better”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
n/a
location was great
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Daniel
United Kingdom10 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Warden was friendly and helpful. Place was clean and had everything I needed, drying room was handy. Would stay again
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Chern
United Kingdom20 reviews3 helpful votes10“Amazing place for a hostel. I wasn’t sure about booking into a hostel but had the best time. Thank you so much for every”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nil
Facilities were great for a hostel. Clean toilets, handy and functional self-catering kitchen. Staff- Michelle and Helen were lovely
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Jack
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0“Very clean and great value for money”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Impeccably clean, a very warm and friendly welcome from the wardens. Location is great, right in the centre of Betws, Londis round the corner and nice pub 2 minute walk. Kitchen was super well equipped if you wanted to do your own cooking.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Daisy
United Kingdom9 reviews8.0“Very friendly hostel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful. They gave me a great personal welcome and tips for exploring the area. They even gave me a WhatsApp number for any queries which was helpful when I needed to find a usb socket. I ended up with the whole 6 bed dorm to myself.
Stayed in October 2023
