Royal Sportsman Hotel

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

This independently owned, 2 AA Rosette-winning home-from-home is the only hotel in Porthmadog. It offers modern cuisine, and a bar with locally brewed cask ales, and free WiFi and car parking throughout the hotel. The full-service Royal Sportsman Hotel is at the quieter end of Porthmadog High Street, by the A487 and A497 roads. The Tourist Information Center and the Picture Postcard Walk can be reached on foot. The property's 2 AA Rosette restaurant offers breakfast, lunch (including a traditional Sunday roast), afternoon tea, and dinner. It also has a gastro-bar that serves real local ales and a patio and lounge area. Guests and nonresidents alike are welcome. Within walking distance of The Royal Sportsman is the heritage Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway terminal, which has lines to Blaenau Ffestiniog and Caernarfon. Train rides head across the Glaslyn Estuary and through Snowdonia to Blaenau Ffestiniog. The Royal Sportsman is rated 3 stars by the AA and Visit Wales. It was built with local slate, and the bar and lounge have original stone and slate fireplaces.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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William
United States United States
“The included breakfast was a delight as there was a cold buffet and then a large and tasty selection of hot items to order. These included both small and large Welsh breakfast, kippers, pancakes and eggs several different ways.”
Cindy
United States United States
“The breakfast was excellent, good selection. Within walking distance of the train station, shops, and attractions, which was helpful because I was using public transportation.”
Toby
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely rooms, excellent breakfast! Very good location”
Pete
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Small but comfortable room with kettle , coffee, tea, biscuits. Tv, . Beautifully breakfast room amazing breakfast included. Friendly staff, free parking at rear, opposite TESCOs to get snacks. Easy to find, perfect base to explore.”
Gregory
United States United States
“Great boutique hotel with charm with a short walk to the Ffestiniog. Classy bar and suggested to take advantage of the on-site restaurant and breakfast.”
Thomas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We arrived on Friday afternoon and we were welcomed by a lovely young lady in reception who talked us through all procedures at the hotel. Our room was exceptionally clean and our room had all the facilities that was needed for our stay. Tea,...”
Edwin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very central to the train station and high street. The room and facilities are clean, very good customer service, and very helpful staff.”
Kieran
Ireland Ireland
“The staff were really helpful and let us lock our bikes in a space in the hotel. Also, the restaurant and food in the hotel was lovely.”
Shirley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brilliant friendly staff nothing too much trouble . I had specific dietary requirements & they were able to accommodate me & produce amazing food . Nothing was too much trouble all the staff were lovely .”
Pat
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was clean and tidy. A drink at the bar at the end of our evening was great. Breakfast was excellent”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Royal Sportsman Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Royal Sportsman Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Dogs are allowed in designated courtyard rooms, when available. Extra charge are applicable. Please contact the property prior to arrival to confirm availability.

The property does not accept American Express cards.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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