Bodelwyddan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bodelwyddan Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements
Bodelwyddan Castle featuring heritage elements and a castle
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle

This picturesque town nestles within the beautiful countryside of North Wales and is home to a large number of historic buildings.

Come to Bodelwyddan and see over 60 buildings dating from the Middle Ages through to both world wars. Head out into the countryside for scenic walks, play a round of golf and enjoy a drink at the local pub.

Visit Faenol Fawr, an Elizabethan mansion now used as a hotel. See Tudor fireplaces and the original wooden staircases or tour the beautiful gardens and neighboring dovecote. The hotel has facilities for non-guests too. Book a table at the restaurant to appreciate the floor-to-ceiling wooden panels and roaring fireplace, while enjoying a range of locally sourced food and wide selection of wines.

Head south of Faenol Fawr to Marble Church. You can see it from miles away, but view it close up to really admire the elaborate construction. The church was built from a limestone that resembles porcelain and incorporates more than a dozen different kinds of marble. You’ll also see the intricate wooden carvings, gothic gargoyles and Victorian stained-glass windows. Visit the war memorial chapel and walk through the churchyard to see over 100 graves from World War I.

Find Bodelwyddan Castle farther south. Made from white stone and clad in ivy, the castle was built as a manor house in 1460 before being reconstructed in the 1830s. Explore the nine rooms and see the original features and large collection of Victorian portraits. Borrow a free audio-visual guide from the reception area to learn as much as possible. The grounds include formal gardens, a maze and an orchard. Look for practice trenches from World War I, when the castle served as a hospital and training ground. The castle has been on television shows such as Most Haunted and offers a range of paranormal tours.

Local accommodations are limited to Faenol Fawr and Bodelwyddan Castle themselves, but nearby towns such as Rhyl and Abergele offer other accommodations. Reach Bodelwyddan by train, car or local bus services.

Faenol Fawr Hotel

Faenol Fawr Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Bodelwyddan, St. Asaph, Denbighshire, Rhyl, Wales
The price is Rp2.057.598 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
Rp2.057.598
Rp2.469.118 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rhyl. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (164 reviews)
"Stayed 1 night as a stop off. Staff friendly and professional. The pool had been in use when we arrived and we were told we would only be able to use after 7:30pm and pool closed at 8:00pm, which was disappointing as it was one of the reasons for booking this hotel. The staff however told us we could ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Faenol Fawr Hotel
The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
The Promenade, Llandudno, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.054.349 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.054.349
Rp1.265.219 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Llandudno. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.8/10 (717 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality
The Marine Hotel

The Marine Hotel

3.5 out of 5
The Promenade, Llandudno, Wales
The price is Rp1.355.402 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.355.402
Rp1.626.482 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Llandudno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,246 reviews)
Good location, dated rooms
"The hotel was good all round and we had no issues during our stay. The rooms are very dated and the room (109) we had was a bit odd. It have a large bedroom on entry but didn't have any TV in that room. It should have had a sea view but I would class it as partial sea view, a little disappointed ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

The Marine Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beachmount Holiday Apartments

Beachmount Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
67 Colwyn Avenue, Rhos-On-Sea, Colwyn Bay, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Colwyn Bay. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Venue Cymru and Conwy Castle are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"The property is looked after very well. Nicely decorated and well equipped. The location is great to be a base for exploring around beautiful north Wales. Shops, restaurants and beaches are all less than 3 mins walk."

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Beachmount Holiday Apartments
Plas Bellin Cottages

Plas Bellin Cottages

2 out of 5
Oakenholt Ln, Mold, Wales
Stay at this cottage in Mold. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Northop Country Park Golf Club and Wepre Park are located ...
Plas Bellin Cottages
The Flintshire - Flint

The Flintshire - Flint

2 out of 5
68 Chester Rd Flint CH6 5DT UK, Flint, Wales
Stay at this apartment in Flint. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Northop Country Park Golf Club and Parkgate Seafront are located nearby.
The Flintshire - Flint
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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