North Wales Holiday Lets
Discover holiday lets across the whole of North Wales, from Wrexham, Llangollen and the Dee Valley in the north east to Eryri, Anglesey, the Llŷn Peninsula and the western coast.
North Wales is more than Snowdonia and Anglesey. Choose a base around the places you actually want to explore, whether that means heritage and countryside in North East Wales, mountain landscapes, beaches, harbour towns or family attractions.
Holiday Accommodation in North Wales
North Wales covers a broad and varied part of the country. The western coast and Eryri are only part of the picture: North East Wales has its own city, market towns, historic landscapes, countryside and attractions around Wrexham, Llangollen and the Dee Valley.
Stay around Wrexham for North East Wales, choose Anglesey for an island break, head towards Eryri for mountain scenery, or base yourself on the Llŷn Peninsula for beaches and coastal towns. The best choice depends on what you want within practical reach of your accommodation.
Holiday accommodation includes cottages, apartments, rural holiday homes, larger family and group properties, glamping stays, coastal accommodation and dog friendly holiday lets.
Browse North Wales Holiday Lets
Want to see accommodation first? Start with real North Wales properties below. You do not have to decide whether a stay is "coastal" or "rural" before you can browse it.
Best Areas to Stay in North Wales
North Wales is not one single holiday zone. North East Wales, the mountain heart of Eryri, Anglesey and the western coast each offer different reasons to stay.
Wrexham, Llangollen & North East Wales
Explore a different side of North Wales around Wrexham, Llangollen and the Dee Valley, with Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Erddig, Coed Llandegla and countryside attractions all part of the wider North East Wales visitor area.
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Llŷn Peninsula
Sandy beaches, coastal villages and popular destinations including Abersoch, Pwllheli and Criccieth.
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Eryri / Snowdonia
Mountain landscapes, valleys and outdoor activities make Eryri one of the strongest inland holiday areas in Wales.
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Anglesey
An island base with beaches, villages, dramatic coast and easy access back into mainland North Wales.
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Barmouth & the Cambrian Coast
Traditional seaside holidays where wide beaches meet mountain and estuary scenery.
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North East Wales deserves to be considered alongside the better-known western parts of the region. Wrexham provides a practical base for exploring local heritage, countryside and the Dee Valley, while nearby Llangollen adds historic streets, canal scenery and outdoor activities.
Wrexham
A city base for North East Wales with local attractions, shops, food, events and straightforward access to surrounding countryside.
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
The UNESCO-listed aqueduct and canal cross the Dee Valley near Wrexham and Llangollen and are among the area's best-known landmarks.
Llangollen & the Dee Valley
Historic streets, riverside scenery, canal trips, heritage railway experiences and walking make this a strong North East Wales day out.
Erddig
The National Trust estate near Wrexham combines a historic house, gardens, parkland and family-friendly outdoor space.
Coed Llandegla
Forest trails and mountain biking give active visitors another reason to choose the North East rather than travelling west.
Choose the Right Base
If these are the places you want to visit, staying in North East Wales can make far more sense than booking near Eryri or Anglesey.
Popular North Wales Holiday Destinations
Choose a lively coastal village, traditional seaside town or mountain base depending on the type of holiday you want.
Abersoch
Beaches, watersports and one of North Wales' most popular coastal holiday settings.
Criccieth
Traditional seaside town with beaches, castle views and access to the wider peninsula.
Betws-y-Coed
Popular inland base for mountain scenery, walking and exploring Eryri.
North Wales Is More Than Coast and Mountains
Eryri, Anglesey and the western coast are major parts of the North Wales visitor story, but they are not the whole region. Wrexham, Llangollen and the Dee Valley offer a different mix of heritage, countryside, culture and outdoor activities.
Choose accommodation around the part of North Wales you most want to explore rather than assuming every major attraction is close to every base. This can reduce driving and make shorter breaks much easier to plan.
Types of Holiday Lets in North Wales
The region offers accommodation for everything from seaside weekends to longer family and walking holidays.
Coastal Cottages
Traditional cottages around seaside villages provide character accommodation near beaches and coastal walks.
Apartments & Town Stays
Wrexham, Llangollen and larger coastal towns can suit visitors who want restaurants, attractions and services close to their base.
Rural & Mountain Retreats
Countryside cottages, cabins and rural stays suit visitors who want scenery and outdoor activities on the doorstep.
Family Holiday Homes
Larger houses can provide more bedrooms, gardens and practical space for longer family and group holidays.
What Kind of North Wales Holiday Are You Planning?
Choosing Where to Stay in North Wales
North Wales covers a wide area and journey times can be longer than the mileage suggests. Choose your base around the places you most want to visit rather than treating the whole region as one interchangeable location.
For Beaches
Look towards Anglesey, Abersoch, Pwllheli, Criccieth and other coastal areas of the Llŷn Peninsula.
For Mountains
Llanberis, Betws-y-Coed and other bases around Eryri work well for walking and mountain-focused trips.
For Coast & Mountains
Criccieth, Porthmadog and Barmouth can provide useful compromises between seaside and inland exploration.
For an Island Break
Anglesey offers its own beaches and villages while remaining connected to mainland North Wales.
For North East Wales
Look towards Wrexham and Llangollen for Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Erddig, Coed Llandegla, the Dee Valley and surrounding countryside.
Check Real Travel Times
North East Wales, Anglesey, Llŷn and Eryri can involve very different drive times. Check the attractions you want before choosing accommodation simply because it says "North Wales".
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North Wales Holiday FAQs
Where is the best place to stay in North Wales?
It depends on what you want to do. Wrexham and Llangollen can work well for North East Wales, the Llŷn Peninsula and Anglesey suit many coastal breaks, while Llanberis and Betws-y-Coed are stronger bases for mountain and walking holidays around Eryri.
Where should I stay for North East Wales?
Wrexham is a practical base for attractions including Erddig, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Coed Llandegla, while Llangollen works well for the Dee Valley, canal, heritage railway and surrounding countryside.
Where should I stay for beaches in North Wales?
Popular beach areas include Anglesey, Abersoch, Pwllheli, Criccieth, Barmouth and other destinations around the Llŷn Peninsula and North Wales coast.
Where should I stay for Snowdonia?
Llanberis and Betws-y-Coed are popular bases, while other towns around Eryri can work better depending on the walks and attractions you want to visit.
Is North Wales good for family holidays?
Yes. The combination of beaches, mountain scenery, seaside towns and attractions provides a wide range of options for families.
Is North Wales good for dog friendly holidays?
Yes. Coastal paths, countryside and mountain areas provide plenty of outdoor opportunities, although individual property policies and local dog restrictions should always be checked.
Can I combine the coast and Snowdonia in one holiday?
Yes, from some bases. Places around Porthmadog, Criccieth and parts of the western coast can work well for combining coast and Eryri, but North Wales is a broad region so check real journey times from the specific accommodation before booking.
Find Your North Wales Holiday
Choose a North East Wales base, beach cottage, island stay, mountain retreat or traditional seaside town and explore the part of North Wales that best matches your trip.