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23 High Street Bala, Bala, LL23 7LU, United Kingdom
#6 of 35 hotels in Bala
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 518 B&B reviews
9.1Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.4
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Location
9.4
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Facilities
9.2
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
9.0
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Free Wifi
8.6
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Reviewed: September 4, 2025
Jayne
United Kingdom5 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Nothing
The welcome we recieved was very good. Food at breakfast and evening meal was of really good quality, but what made our stay ,were the super friendly staff. Nothing was to much trouble. Very well done.
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Dawn
United Kingdom25 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Pleasant stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Although opaque I didn’t like glass doors to the en-suite. The drinks from the bar were quite expensive.
Comfortable bed, nice hot shower. Staff very friendly. Nice breakfast with plenty of choice.
Stayed in September 2025
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Reviewed: September 1, 2025
Nicola
United Kingdom7 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Pleasantly surprised!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We had a room at the front of the building facing the High Street which felt very warm, so we needed to leave the only opening window open. Consequently, being a Saturday night, it was noisy during the night and early hours. The bed mattress was a little too firm for us.
Great location, right in the centre of town with free parking. Good food. Very friendly and helpful staff. Made to feel valued and welcome. Large, bright, well appointed room.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 29, 2025
Panayiotis
United Kingdom14 Reviews5 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast needs a bit of improvement, compare to amazing dinner
Location spot on, room really comfy, dinner was amazing and probably the best in the area, don’t forget to make a reservation
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 28, 2025
Adrian
United Kingdom14 Reviews10“A super stay, and I’d love to stay again 😊”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The vegan breakfast wasn’t half as hearty as the meat breakfasts on offer.
A great place to stay, eat and drink, and an excellent base for walks - we did a 14k walk up and around the mountain, then along the Fisherman’s Track. Loved it!
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 27, 2025
Sheila
United Kingdom8 Reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Very comfortable
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 21, 2025
Jeanette
United Kingdom9 Reviews10“Perfect place to stay in Bala.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Perfect hotel with amazing staff.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 20, 2025
David
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Noisy restaurant.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We used the restaurant once during our stay for our evening meal. Service wasn't good. There were two large groups that came in after our first course was served. We then seemed to be ignored. Had a considerable wait to order our next course and were attended to after beckoning the staff over to our table. The restaurant was extremely noisy so we opted to have our sweet course outside. Staff insisted that I pay my bill before going outside! Management blamed the poor service on shortage of staff.
Good size superior room. Clean. Comfortable bed. Good facilities. Good food.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 16, 2025
Anna
United Kingdom7 Reviews9.0“Beautiful room, fabulous comfy bed, amazing shower & fantastic breakfast. We will be back!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
My partner hit his head on the low door frame in the bathroom - could do with a sign on door - room 6 - may have knocked some sense into him tho !
From the check-in (we were very late) they were so friendly. Dan made us feel very welcome & nothing too much trouble. The room was gorgeous. Massive bed with beautiful bedding & a modern spacious bathroom with a fantastic shower. We booked this last minute after a long drive & ferry from Ireland & now want to go back here for a holiday sometime as it was so good & right beside Wales largest natural lake - omg so busy there with loads of water sports ❤️
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 12, 2025
Rachel
United Kingdom9 Reviews10“Lovely place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
From an admin point of view the number of emails from the hotel is excessive - 7 for a one night stay.
The room was beautiful and very clean. Food in the evening and for breakfast was excellent quality. Staff were great especially the lady at breakfast.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 10, 2025
David
United Kingdom19 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Excellent but be sure to book dinner as well”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Babying my head on low door frame to bathroom
Delightful stay, great location in centre of town,very friendly staff at check in, good car parking, we had a superior room which was comfortable and reasonably priced but the best thing was dinner which was excellent. Top tip - you must book dinner separately when booking room - we wouldn’t have got a table otherwise as this is a destination restaurant
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 9, 2025
Jonathan
United Kingdom4 Reviews10“Lovely hotel, clean and lovely welcoming staff. The location was excellent for Bala Lake. We loved it”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Family Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We had a lovely family room that was very spacious. The staff were lovely and attentive. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Arwyn
United Kingdom6 Reviews10“Fantastic hotel with very helpful staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Card only payment at the hotel. I would have preferred the flexibility and option of paying with cash.
The room was spotlessly clean, breakfast superb and staff were obliging, polite and helpful at all times.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 2, 2025
Delyth
United Kingdom1 review10“Mwynhau🍻🍻🤦♀️🤣”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Dim byd,bob tro ‘dani dod i Bala,os ond un lle i aros Plas yn Dre wrth gwrs..
Pnawn da..Glan a cyfforddus
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Martin
United Kingdom21 Reviews8.0“Enjoyed the experience, the food and the staff. There is some traffic noise in the mornings.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The shower wasn't working very well. temperature was not very adjustable. Room was very nice.
All the food was very good quality and Home made as far as possible. You could taste the difference.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Mark
United Kingdom19 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Superb from start to finish.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Staff were superb. Room very comfortable. Food and drink was excellent too.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 27, 2025
Will
United Kingdom11 Reviews10“Brilliant stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Great hotel , lovely staff and facilities We would definitely go again
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 18, 2025
Carl
United Kingdom50 Reviews4 helpful votes10“If you need accommodation in Bala, don’t hesitate to book this. You’ll not be disappointed.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No negatives to speak of
The rooms were very large very very clean and comfortable. The bathroom was absolutely immaculate which was so nice to see. There was tea and coffee making facilities in the room along with some complimentary sparkling and still water.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 17, 2025
Lisa
United Kingdom20 Reviews4 helpful votes10“Would recommend, lovely staff members who made me”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely property, great location and clean
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 16, 2025
Anna
United Kingdom26 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Welcoming, comfortable, helpful staff with a restaurant and bar in building with character. Excellent location with parking.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 7, 2025
Ben
United Kingdom2 Reviews9.0“A great place, great food and 100% would recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
nothing negative to report.
Arrived in time for dinner - food was very nice, good quality ingredients and one of the best burgers I've had in a while. Whilst the restaurant was busy, the staff were very attentive, asking all the right questions, taking orders in good time and following up, checking we had everything we needed. The Room was a good size, huge bed and very comfortable - the bathroom was modern and clean with a huge shower. All in all, a very good place and would definitely return.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 4, 2025
Jacqueline
United Kingdom13 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“As above”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely stay, all round. The location was perfect and the hotel a wonderful place to stay. The staff were good and the food really enjoyable, well accommodating.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 15, 2025
Prince
United Kingdom5 Reviews9.0“Great location, good food and lots of charm”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Low door frame to en-suite bathroom.
Friendly staff, lovely ambiance and good food.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: June 10, 2025
Stephen
United Kingdom8 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Just a really nice hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location, facilities, staff
Stayed in June 2025
