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Harlech, United Kingdom
9 Oct — 10 Oct2
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Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$159 - $298
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About Harlech

Famed for its landmark castle built by Edward I, Harlech is a charming seaside resort town in northern Wales. Backed by the peaks of Snowdonia National Park, it boasts a spectacular stretch of sand featuring protected dunes and a wrecked World War II fighter aircraft known as the “Maid of Harlech”.

Things to do in Harlech

Dominating Harlech is a medieval fortification that was built atop a rocky spur during Edward I’s 13th-century invasion of Wales. Constructed from grey sandstone, it is now designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Step across the “floating” footbridge to admire the castle’s massive gatehouse, then soak up the coastal views from the ramparts.

Stretching along the length of Harlech is a golden sweep of sand, which has been identified as a Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its grassy dunes. Splash around in the shallow waters or enjoy a walk on the beach to see the Lockheed P-38 Lighting aircraft that came down here in 1942. Nestled just behind the dunes is Royal St. David’s Golf Club, which is considered one of Britain’s finest links courses.

A short drive south of Harlech is the Llanfair Slate Caverns where some of the oldest slates in the world can be found. On self-guided tours, you can descend “Jacob’s Ladder” to wander through the tunnels and chambers while keeping an eye out for old drilling holes. When you emerge from the caverns, you’re greeted by stunning views across Cardigan Bay.

Getting around Harlech

Harlech is around 1.5 hours drive from Aberystwyth and 3.5 hours from Cardiff. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is just over two hours away and has flights to destinations across Europe. Trains connect along the Cambrian Coast Line to the Harlech railway station while the centre of Harlech can easily be explored on foot.

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  • What are the best hotels in Harlech?

    Y Branwen - adult only and dog friendly is a very popular hotel in Harlech, with a score of 7.9 from 233 reviews. Castle Cottage Inn (9.4 from 507 reviews) and Castle View Guest House (9.2 from 132 reviews) are also highly rated Harlech hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel near Harlech Castle?

    Y Branwen - adult only and dog friendly is a hotel near Harlech Castle that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 7.9 across 233 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Harlech cost?

    Hotels in Harlech cost an average of $271/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Harlech?

    Prices for Harlech hotels have been found for as low as $235/night over the last 3 days.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Wales?

    In addition to Harlech, travellers opt to visit Cardiff when visiting Wales. Conwy is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Harlech?

    In total, there are 123 hotels to choose from in Harlech, compared to 26,564 properties in Wales.

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