YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel

Mountain hostel in Caernarfon with restaurant and bar/lounge

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March 2026
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April 2026
Nestled in the mountains, YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel offers a cozy retreat with a charming coffee shop and welcoming bar. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or challenge friends to a game of pool at the billiards table. Helpful staff and daily housekeeping ensure your stay is both relaxing and rejuvenating.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Offsite parking available
  • Snack bar/deli
$33 nightly
$40 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

2 Bed Private Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

2 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
3 Bed Private Room Ensuite | Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

3 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

4 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

4 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

5 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

5 Bed Private Room Ensuite including Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

6 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

7 Bed Private Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

3 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Pen-y-Pass, Nantgwynant, Caernarfon, Wales, LL55 4NY

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pen-y-Pass - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pyg Track - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Miner's Track - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 23 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 122 min drive
  • Llanberis Station - 12 min drive
  • Betws-Y-Coed Station - 19 min drive
  • Llanrwst Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Becws Melyn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Y Gwynedd Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Llygad Yr Haul - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Glandwr - ‬12 min drive

About this property

YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel

At YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Eryri National Park. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
    • The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Offsite parking within 98 ft (GBP 40 per day); reservations required

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.75 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 40 per day (98 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Also known as

YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass Hostel Caernarfon
YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass Hostel
YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass Caernarfon
YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel Caernarfon
YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel like?

YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel is located a short 2-minute walk from Pen-y-Pass.

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YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was nice and great, with both morning and evening meals being enjoyable. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staffLocationParkingViewRoomBreakfastAmenitiesBedAccomodation Type

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly
Kirsty, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay!
Yasir, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

An amazing YHA at the foot of the Miners Track to Snowdon! Loved this location nestled at the pass of the Welsh Mountains! Everyone was super friendly and accommodating, the food was delish and so easy to get over to Snowdon! Remember to buy your parking ticket in advance. Loved my stay and I look forward to coming back…
Trudie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have stayed here several times. It’s always welcoming and everyone is friendly. I turned up very late this time and they phoned to make sure I was on the way and to make sure I knew the check in times and also made sure I knew it was icy in the car park. Rooms as clean, warm and functional. Was very happy once again, with my stay.
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely stay here again

Perfect location, great venue, great staff
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location across the road from Snowdon Mountain. We parked a few miles away for £15. For the entire weekend and then took the Sherpa bus to the front of the hostel. Great food. Loved it. Clean and warm.
Denise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay
Mason, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

For those wanting to explore North Wales, YHA Pen y Pass is a really good location to stay.
Olajumoke, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great views, great breakfast, friendly and helpful staff. Perfect location
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best experience, staff is amazing!
Proloeng, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really neat location and friendly staff. Not much parking though.
Loretta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool little hostel, staff were so helpful when I had questions about the snowdon paths. Would deffo stay again :)
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for climbing Snowdon, staff were really helpful and so welcoming, Highly recommend this hostel.
AP, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Snowdons hostel review

Room was clean and nicely presented. Staff were helpful Evening meal was very limited in choice but breakfast was good
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In a mountain resort
GRANT, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A pleasant stay

Helpful staff, immpecable conditions with a central location. Great for discovering Snowden and relaxing after a mighty trek

8/10 Very good

Great location for Snowdon climb. Friendly staff.

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Warm and welcoming

10/10 Exceptional

Wow!

Amazing stay, might aswell be a hotel! Service was great, it was clean and the beds were very comfy! Very welcoming and great amenities. Will definitely stay again!
Jamie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent. They made us feel very welcomed and we’re more than happy to help with any questions we had.
Tina, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Advantage: The location. The room was ok. Mattresses, beddings were comfortable. However the bunkbed is can be quite challanging/uncomfortable if someone tall just like my husband. He hit his head many times during our stay. We could hear noises such cracking floor as walking above floor or people coming or going and slammed the door. But again this is a hostel and for the price and the location may need to sacrifice from your comfort. The breakfast was a good portion. Other options e.g. vegan, gluten free.... available. Staff are helpful and kind. Disadvantage: no free or discounted parking with the booking. A bit overpriced as almost the same price what I paid for the room. BUT it is convenient, next to the hostel and all night has a parking officer there.
Szilvia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend

Perfectly located to climb Mount Snowdon Very clean YH with friendly staff
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

If you arent into nature dont stay here. Its pretty secluded but if you want a cute little place set in the hills at the base of your climb to snowdon then I highly recommend
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay again

Booked the private ensuit, did the job? All staff,were amazing had breakfast and eveing meal. Both were nice. Especially after the hike up snowden.
susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic