YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 4NY
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass exterior

Overview

If it's dramatic, breathtaking views of mountainous landscapes you're after then YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass is the location for you. Situated at the foot of the magnificent Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and over 1,000ft above sea level, this hostel is the perfect choice for climbing holidays and budding mountaineers.

This much-loved and famed location is now a state-of-the-art accommodation base in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia). The hostel also pays tribute to its famous past and information about the surrounding mountains can be seen throughout the building.

Why guests love YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

  • Newly refurbished base at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
  • Unique location with spectacular views
  • Fantastic bar and restaurant facilities

Accommodation at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass bedroom

Bed in a shared room

If you're happy to share, dorm rooms have multiple beds - ideal for budget breaks.

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass bedroom

Private rooms

Like your own space? Private rooms offer the hostelling experience with more privacy.

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass bedroom

Private en-suite rooms

Enjoy your own space with a private en-suite room, including bathroom facilities.

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass lounge

Group bookings for 16+ guests

Let YHA take care of your stay with our group booking service.

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Food and drink at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

Things to do around YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

Hostel facilities

  • 24-hour access after check-in
  • Ambulant accessible
  • Baby changing
  • Café
  • Contactless payments
  • Corridor zoning
  • Dining room
  • Evening meals
  • Group meals
  • Highchair
  • Licensed bar
  • Luggage store
  • Minibus parking nearby
  • Mountain view
  • Near bus stop
  • No mobile coverage
  • Outdoor seating
  • Paid on-street parking
  • Self-catering kitchen
  • Shared drying room
  • Shared laundry room
  • Shared lounge
  • Skywatching kit
  • Unlimited breakfast
  • Vending machines
  • Water refill station
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • WiFi

Hostel need to know

Reception hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.

Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 15:00 – 20:30.

Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol.

Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.

Café opening hours: YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass' Café & Bar is open to the public from 11:00 - 20:30, Monday to Sunday, serving cold snacks, cakes and a range of hot and cold drinks. Meals are available from 17:00 for residents only.

Parking: This hostel has no customer parking. Parking is available in a private car park across the road. Spaces must be pre-booked online in summer, at least an hour in advance and can cost up to £40 per day (or £20 for 8 hours). In winter, this car park operates pay and display parking, with no pre-booking required and a charge of £10 per day. A single space is available for Blue Badge holders – this space is free but cannot be pre-booked. Alternative pay and display parking is available 3 miles away at Nant Peris Park & Ride. The charge is £5 per day, plus the bus fare (£3 single). Pre-booking is not required. You can travel to the hostel via the Park & Ride bus until approximately 6.30pm (bus times vary seasonally) or by local taxis.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass - Access Statement

(PDF download - 140.14 KB)

Location of YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass

Map references

OS Map:
OL17
OS Grid Ref:
SH647556
Lat/Lng:
53.080876, -4.020846
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Contact information

Volunteering

Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.

The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.

Find out more and apply to volunteer.

History

Welsh for 'resting place', the Gorphwysfa Hotel was a famed mountaineers inn built in the 1870s. The building was sold to YHA in 1968 to become YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass.

Meet the team

Manager recommends: An ascent of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) can be a life affirming moment, and it’s within your grasp and on the doorstep at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass. The starts of the Miners, PYG and infamous Crib Goch routes are only feet away. Or escape the crowds in the Glyderau with a visit to Glyder Fach and Glyder Fawr hiking North West from the hostel. Be sure to grab a photo on the famous ‘Cantilever Stone’ rock formation.

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