Welcome to Plas Weunydd

Your base for adventure in the heart of Eryri.
Whether you're here for mountain hikes, Zip World thrills or a quiet break with the dog, our hotel is designed for comfort, connection and good food with a side of Welsh hospitality.

What you need to know

  • Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 10am

  • Reception is open 24/7 — just dial 1100 from your room

  • Breakfast 8am–10:30am | Lunch 12–3pm | Dinner 5–9pm

  • Room service is available during restaurant hours

  • Free parking and WiFi are available throughout the hotel

  • We’re proudly dog-friendly.

History

The founder of Llechwed Quarry, John Whitehead Greaves, completed construction on Plas Weunydd in 1870. The property was built on an earlier agricultural dwelling called ‘Ty Crwn.’ John Whitehead Greaves heard about the slate in Gwynedd as he was travelling to America in 1830 and visited Wales on his return. Greaves started prospecting for slate, and in 1843 he went on to find ‘The Old Vein Slate’ and the booming slate business began. Following his success, the family built another house near the coastal town of Criccieth called ‘Bron Eifion’.

Plas Weunydd was Greaves’ main residence while working at Llechwedd Quarry. It continued as a cherished family home for many decades. Indeed, the father of one of the current directors lived in the house as a child. In the latter part of the 20th century, the house became the official mine office before being left empty for a few years. Refurbishment of the property commenced in 2019 and opened to the public as a hotel in April 2021. Plas Weunydd Hotel now stands at the heart of the North West Wales UNESCO World Heritage Site.

About the artists

Plas Weunydd has been thoughtfully furnished with pieces of art from a number of artists with connections to Llechwedd and Plas Weunydd.

Kate Aldington

Ceramicist and photographer. Her ceramics feature in several bathrooms throughout the hotel. Katie is a shareholder who has supported the development of Llechwedd for many years.

Website: katiealdington.co.uk / Instagram: @katiealdingto

Michael Brooke

The architect is responsible for the development of Plas Weunydd. Shareholder and husband of Susannah who is a descendant of J W Greaves. His woodcuts of Welsh and European scenes feature in several bathrooms throughout the hotel.

Website: smithbrooke.co.uk / Instagram: @smithbrookearchitects

Ann Day

Local Artist. A long-term supporter of Llechwedd, whose work is displayed in several rooms throughout Plas Weunydd Hotel.

Diana Howarth

Multi-media artist. Shareholder who has supported the development of Llechwedd for many years. Her work is displayed in many of the bedrooms.

Website: dianahowarth.co.uk