Ruthin Castle Hotel

Castle Street, Ruthin, Wales United Kingdom

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Very Good, 8.4

Wonderful views

Excellent service

Good value

197 reviewsfrom verified guests

Ruthin Castle, Castle Street, Ruthin, Denbighshire LL15 2NU

Ruthin Castle Hotel originally dates from before 1277 and dominates the historic Welsh countryside market town of Ruthin, with the town centre just 200 yards away. Close to Chester, Llangollen and within easy reach of the Welsh Coast and Snowdonia, the castle sits in its ancient walled dry moat within acres of private landscaped gardens, parkland and woods alongside the River Clwyd. This hotel offers a true mediaeval experience. A member of Classic British Hotels.

Hotel facilities Room Service Concierge Parking Reception (24 hours)

Leisure facilities Beauty salon Beauty treatment Fishing Gym Snooker

Room facilities Room Service Climate Control En-Suite Bathroom free parking Coffee/tea facilities Telephone Television Trouser Press Modem Access Hairdryer Iron & ironing board Heating

Restaurant Berties Restaurant: Berties Restaurant is situated in the original part of the castle, overlooking the garden terrace through beautiful, large bay windows. Stunning Austrian chandeliers hang from the high ceiling and warm lighting add to the romantic atmosphere of the room. Fresh, regional produce is used to create delicious cuisine accompanied by an extensive wine list. The restaurant received 2 rosettes.

Cancellation policy Cancel free of charge up to 48 hrs before check-in, else first night rate

Pets policy Pets not permitted

Smoking policy Smoking not permitted in guest rooms

Check-in time: 15:00 Check-out time: 11:00

Local Attractions Ruthin Festival Clwydian Range Chester Cathedral Llanberis Lake Railway Snowdon Mountain Railway Chester Welsh Slate Museum Ruthin Flower Show Rocky Valley Ruthin Craft Centre Ruthin Greysford Collery Museum Ruthin Gaol Conwy Castle Grosvenor Museum Clogwyn Snowdon

Location Nearest airport: Manchester International Apt Nearest train station: Wrexham Station (15 miles) Directions: From the North - From the M6 join the M56 (signposted Chester and North Wales) at junction 20. Follow the M56 to meet the A55 following the signs to North Wales. Exit the A55 following signs for Mold. Ruthin is clearly signposted from Mold on the A545. From the South - From the M6 join the M54 towards Telford. At end of M54 join the A5 and follow signs for North Wales and Llangollen. At Llangollen turn right into the town centre and then left at 'T' junction after crossing the river. Follow signs for Ruthin leading across the Horseshoe Pass, go straight over next roundabout then turn left at 'T' junction. Stay on this road traveling through the Nant y Garth Pass following signs for Ruthin.

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Hotel Features

General

Room Service, Restaurant, Pet Friendly, Air Conditioned, Non-Smoking Rooms, Cable / Satellite TV, Coffee / Tea Maker, Hair Dryer, TV, Towels, En suite, Private Bathroom, Cots, Packed Lunches, Breakfast in the Room

Activities

Fitness Room/Gym, Swimming pool, Massage / Beauty Centre, Golf Course, Medical Assistance Available, Spa bath / Jacuzzi, Garden, Water Activities, Billiards, Fishing, Hiking, Salon, Fitness Facilities, Massage, Spa & Wellness Centre, Beauty Salon, Health Centre, Games Available

Services

Business Center, Concierge, Elevator / Lift, 24 Hour Reception, Dry Cleaning, Housekeeping, Banquet Facilities, Conference Room(s), Currency Exchange, Multilingual Staff, Safe-Deposit Box, Porters, Wake-up Service, Meeting Rooms, Laundry service, Photocopier, Desk, Direct dial phone, Facsimile, Ballroom, Audio/Visual Equipment, Exhibit Space, Luggage Storage, Designated Smoking Area, Shoe Shine

Internet

High-speed Internet is available at this hotel. Internet via modem/data port is available.

Parking

The hotel has free parking.

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From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Prior to 11:00 AM

FAQs

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What are your breakfast options?: Breakfast is included in the price of a stay. If cooked breakfast is required, there will be an extra charge.
What can I do nearby?: Ruthin has a lively and interesting history – which has provided a rich architectural heritage – and is currently a thriving administrative and service centre for a large rural hinterland. Heritage attractions are The Ruthin Gaol which stands on the site that was first used as a prison in 1684 and Nantclwyd House, a 15th century timber-framed town house which reopened to the public in March and won the 2008 Welsh Building Conservation Award from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors. Ruthin has many interesting walks in the area as well as hill walking in the nearby mountains. Ruthin Castle Gardens are seep in history as they are enclosed in the original 13 century gardens. Ruthin has a good range of shops for its size, with interesting 'niche' shops in the town.

Ruthin has a leisure centre which houses a swimming pool in Brynhyfryd School. Vale Country Club is a fitness club and there is Ruthin tennis club. Just a few miles outside Ruthin in a village called Pwllglas is a golf club. The Clubhouse and course offer panoramic views of the Vale of Clwyd and the Clwydian Range beyond. There is a Craft centre that recently opened.

In the surrounding areas, there is white water rafting near Bala, clay pigeon shooting in Llandegla, and go karting in Cerrig-y-Drudion.

Nearby towns and villages with interest is Betws-y-Coed which is on the edge on Snowdonia Range and is about a 3/4 hour drive from here. Llandudno which is a coastal town with character approximately 1hours drive. Chester which is steeped in history is about a 3/4 hour drive. Llangollen is where they hold a musical festival in July. There is a canal running through this town with Trevor a few miles down with the world famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. On route to Llangollen, you could take the scenic way over the Horse Shoe pass.
Do you have internet?: We do have internet in the rooms but you will need to purchase a ticket from reception to be connected (one hour is £2.00 plus VAT, five hours is £5.00 plus VAT, and one day is £10.00 plus VAT).
Do you provide parking?: The hotel has extensive car parking facilities within the ground of the hotel.

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We found 15 reviews that said the view was amazing, only two did not feel this way
Out of 54 reviews of the staff, 53 said they were kind and polite
37 mentioned the cost of their booking in a review, 30 thought it was a fair price
21 guests mentioned the hotel's location in a review, 20 said it was conveniently located
We found 18 reviews that said the hotel's breakfast was delicious
Out of ten reviews of the bar, ten said it had a great selection and atmosphere