Located in Caernarfon, Royal Goat Hotel is on the riverwalk, within a 15-minute drive of Pen-y-Pass and Pyg Track. .This hotel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Portmeirion Sands and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Criccieth Castle.
What's nearby
Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Aberglaslyn Pass - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Gelert's Grave - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
Sygun Copper Mine - 10 min drive - 2.5 miles
Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 48 min drive - 27.8 miles
Getting around
Talsarnau Station - 16 min drive
John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 140 min drive
Restaurants
Caffi Gwynant - 5 min drive
Lakeside cafe - 19 min drive
The Australia - 12 min drive
Cwellyn Arms - 6 min drive
Spooner's Grill, Café & Bar - 12 min drive
About this property
Royal Goat Hotel
Royal Goat Hotel offers 27 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Caernarfon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 27 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's bistro, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, an elevator, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Onsite venue - This bistro specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Room service is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
TV in common areas
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
On the riverwalk
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
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Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Room service
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Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property is also known as
Royal Goat Hotel Caernarfon
Royal Goat Caernarfon
Royal Goat Hotel Hotel
Royal Goat Hotel Caernarfon
Royal Goat Hotel Hotel Caernarfon
Royal Goat Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 303 reviews
10 - Excellent
94
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 303 reviews
8 - Good
119
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 303 reviews
6 - Okay
50
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 303 reviews
4 - Poor
23
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 303 reviews
2 - Terrible
17
7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Yana
Apr 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, safe parking, very nice staff, good food!
Yana
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Darren
May 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The food, breakfast and especially the evening meals were excellent (there was 12 of us for 2 nights, every meal was good, particularly the curries).the rooms were basic but very clean.no real ale at the bar just lager and cider
All good. A little pricey at £168 for one night, but to be honest, it was a bank holiday weekend. Good location, really good food, friendly staff and clean. Old building, as to be expected, so you could hear all the creaks, bangs and TVs from the other rooms. Dog friendly which was perfect for us. Would stay again
Hotel is in a good location, ample parking. It's a stately building fairly well maintained, though the elevator access on floor 1 is hindered by the carpeting that restricts the door from opening. Yes you have to manually open the door to access the 50 + year old elevator and make sure it doesnt swallow any body part when the door closes, very cool. The food in the attached restaurant/ pub was good, though the service was hindered by only 1 person doing everything, hotel check in and restaurant duties.
The staff was very friendly and took care of all of our needs. Location is great, the town is conveniently located to explore the mountains, the coast, and the castles. There are many dining and shopping options within walking distance and it's not too busy.
Had a great stay. Staff were really helpful and friendly.
Kevin
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review
8/10 Good
Karen
Aug 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check in , parking at the hotel , in a lovely little village with plenty of pubs
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Sergio
Jun 5, 2025
Well located, the hotel is a little old, specially the room and some upkeep would be great, nevertheless the staff was amazing and more than compensated the hotel itself
Sergio
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
hugh david
Nov 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel, and room was ok, but some leaking in the toilet, and blinds that didn't close, breakfast was ok, eggs bacon, but not that hot. stay was ok but I found the room seemed a bit dated, staff were helpfull in getting me to book in early .
Staff were very friendly and happy to help, great breakfast options and service superb
CHRIS
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
teresa
Jul 3, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
This property is in a good situation for easy access to lots of walks in surrounding area. Plus easy access to bus routes to Snowdon etc. the village is delightful. Will visit it again
The room was spotless, the bed was so comfortable and was a king size instead of a double. The staff were so friendly and amenable, the only downside was if you want a lie in and you’ve ordered breakfast you won’t get one as breakfast is served between 7.30am till 8.30am also towels not big enough for a shower or bath
Clean room with ensuite facilities. Friendly staff at hotel. Good choice for breakfast (full Welsh+options). Excelent meals otherwise - good potions of all meals taken which were piping hot and freshly made - impressed! A bit out of the way but worth the effort.