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 214 hostel reviews
9.1Score 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
9.8
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Value for money
9.6
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Free WiFi
7.5
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Reviewed: 14 February 2023
Stephen
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Excellent location”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Perfect in every way
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Rick
United Kingdom14 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The kitchen could be cramped when a few residents want to cook, but we managed.
The informality. No prowling hostel warden.
Stayed in February 2023
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Reviewed: 2 February 2023
Piotr
United Kingdom21 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The beds in dormitory are small. It was just enough for my. Also it is not many socket in dormitory room.
Hostel has a great localisation, it has drying room for hiking gears. The kitchen is full of equipment.
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 20 January 2023
Garry
United Kingdom17 reviews10“This is a real find for me! I will be back here again and again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Genuinely nothing to put here.
The location is perfect for many walks nearby as well as station, shops and restaurants. Helen and Michele could not have been better hosts. Welcoming, fun and full of local knowledge. The place itself is warm, comfortable, clean, with a well equipped kitchen and places to unwind inside and out. nice hot showers as well for after a long walk we’re very welcome also. Fantastic place! 10/10
Stayed in January 2023
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Reviewed: 28 December 2022
Noam
United States43 reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There us no WiFi at all in the upper levels and also no phone service so that's nit the best
Great location, great host, really big kitchen
Stayed in December 2022
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Reviewed: 28 November 2022
Tomlinson
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
5pm check in is a bit late. Would be good if that was changed to a bit earlier.
Good facilities, everything you need including a decent drying room. The lady who looks after it is lovely, really friendly and helpful.
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 22 November 2022
Yunsi
Malaysia9 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Cons: the shower water is timed, i.e. every time you press the button, the water only comes out for 10 secs or so, so you have to press the button at least a dozen times in order to finish a shower (but I understand that it's for cost-saving reasons); the hostel wasn't cleaned everyday, perhaps the Centre wasn't full-house during my stay, but the cleanliness was acceptable
Pros: good value for money; the Warden, Helen, is super friendly and helpful; there is a fully equipped kitchen in the Centre, which comes in handy; close to the train station (please be aware that you have to walk up two slopes before you get to the Centre, just in case you aren't in a car and have a big suitcase like me); two small supermarkets nearby and loads of restaurants; easy access to most famous Snowdon paths and Llandudno (take the Sherpa buses)
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 16 November 2022
Jason
United Kingdom4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing not to like, as long as you understand it's budget accommodation.
Warm, cosy, friendly staff, and value for money!
Stayed in November 2022
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Reviewed: 31 October 2022
Edge
United Kingdom3 reviews9.0“Great value and location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Flight down for the toilet and shower. But small price to pay for the convenience. Just tough after running a Marathon.
Great location, good value for money. Very friendly check in.
Stayed in October 2022
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Reviewed: 30 October 2022
Davenot
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location, friendly warden. Good facilities
Stayed in October 2022
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Reviewed: 7 October 2022
Judy
United Kingdom14 reviews9.0“Superb stay, convenient location”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The wifi wasn't very great in the room
Absolutely loved my stay here. The location is very convenient - train station, bus stops, restaurants, shops. Everything is close by. Helen the Warden was so lovely and welcoming! Would love to go back. Totally recommend.
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 15 September 2022
Samantha
United Kingdom11 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent location for plenty hiking trails and not far from Snowdonia. Helen was very helpful too lovely lady.
Stayed in September 2022
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Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Joanna
United Kingdom26 reviews10“Perfect location in a beautiful area.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing, it was spot on.
Perfect location, a very comfortable stay. Sharon the relief warden was lovely, very welcoming and friendly. Would definitely stay again and fully recommend. Many thanks. 🙂
Stayed in July 2022
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Reviewed: 27 June 2022
Graham
United Kingdom10 reviews1 helpful vote10“a really lovely stay. best in the area in this price range”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
the lady hosting was really lovely! it was a great location. I had another room booked in another hotel at the same time and this was by far the better place to stay. really good for a family stay, a nice chilled environment with great cooking facilities
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 5 June 2022
Joanna
United Kingdom15 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Everything, literally. Booking -smooth, communication-perfect.Helen and James was Super helpful. I made mistake with the booking they save our staying and all holiday in Snowdonia. I don't know how to thank you enough.
Stayed in June 2022
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Reviewed: 5 June 2022
Manuel
United Kingdom61 reviews7 helpful votes9.0“located just in the centre of ByC, really a peaceful place to be.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
there’s no rubbish bin in the room
comfy bed, complete facilities, the location is superb, the value for money
Stayed in June 2022
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Reviewed: 3 June 2022
Aleksandra
United Kingdom1 review9.0“This placeis managed really good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Noise from corridor woke me up.
Thanks Helen, good job.
Stayed in June 2022
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Reviewed: 23 May 2022
Mike
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Leaving
Great little hostel in a beautiful town.
Stayed in May 2022
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Reviewed: 22 April 2022
Yash
United Kingdom7 reviews10“Excellent Staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Helen (warden) was very helpful and even guided me so well to plan my trip.
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 14 April 2022
Thurston
United Kingdom10 reviews12 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very friendly staff offering suggestions on activities and days out nearby which made sure we had a great stay.
Stayed in March 2022
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Reviewed: 6 April 2022
Michelle
United Kingdom24 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
water staying on longer in showers would have been better
good kitchen facilities bed comfy rooms good
Stayed in April 2022
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Reviewed: 2 April 2022
Alan
United Kingdom25 reviews3 helpful votes10“Fantastic”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
n/a
Wonderful stay and perfect location. Helen the warden was friendly and very helpful. Highly recommended !
Stayed in March 2022
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Reviewed: 2 December 2021
Emmasten
United Kingdom9 reviews1 helpful vote10“Great place to stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
That I couldn't stay longer!
Central location just off the main street but very quiet. I was given a really friendly welcome by Helen. The Centre was really well equipped, my room was warm and comfy and the showers were lovely and hot. A great place to stay especially as a solo traveller.
Stayed in November 2021
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Reviewed: 18 November 2021
Kehoe
United Kingdom5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Little bit hard to find, Google maps dropped me about five doors away which is tricky when the whole town looks a bit abandoned 🤣
Great price, I used as bed for night before climbing Snowdon and location is ideal for early start, kitchen bathroom bed all as listed 👍😎
Stayed in November 2021
