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Olif

Olif Hotel offers 4.8-star rated village dining with local tapas and seasonal plates in Betws-y-Coed. Near Snowdon Massif and Bodnant Garden, with free Wi-Fi and breakfast.

Holyhead Rd, Betws-y-Coed LL24 0AY, United Kingdom View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 669 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Room service Restaurant Golf course
What recent guests emphasize

Highly rated for location, food, and friendly service

Visitors appreciate the charming rooms and excellent dining experience, especially the local tapas and breakfasts. The hotel’s convenient spot makes it ideal for exploring nearby outdoor attractions and village highlights.

Guests often praise

  • Delicious and varied tapas and breakfasts featuring local and seasonal ingredients
  • Friendly, attentive staff who create a welcoming atmosphere
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with tasteful decor and quiet surroundings
  • Convenient location easy for sightseeing and outdoor activities in the village
  • Great value for a memorable dining and lodging experience in Betws-y-Coed

Worth knowing

  • No air conditioning, which may be noticeable during warm weather
  • Restaurant closed on some weekdays, but alternative food options are sometimes offered
  • No parking or airport shuttle services available on site
  • Not pet-friendly and lacks fitness center or accessible facilities
  • Outdoor dining is unavailable, meals are served indoors only

Best for

  • Couples and small groups seeking a relaxed village stay with quality local food
  • Visitors eager to explore nearby natural attractions like Snowdon and Bodnant Garden
  • Travelers who value a friendly, intimate atmosphere over extensive hotel amenities
  • Guests looking for a charming base with easy access to hiking and outdoor recreation
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About this property

Welcome to Olif

Located on Holyhead Road in the heart of Betws-y-Coed, Olif is a small-scale hotel that combines accommodation with a tapas bar and restaurant. The property features a café-style village dining room where small plates are crafted from local and seasonal ingredients, earning consistent praise from visitors who highlight the quality and variety of the tapas menu as well as the complimentary breakfast experience. Guests appreciate the stylish rooms, which offer a comfortable and quiet retreat within the village setting.

The hotel provides practical amenities including free Wi-Fi, room service, and a smoke-free environment. Although the property does not offer parking, air conditioning, or pet-friendly facilities, it includes a bar and access to a nearby golf course. Reviewers frequently mention the friendly and attentive staff, as well as the convenient location that puts guests close to popular attractions and outdoor activities.

Olif is well suited for visitors interested in exploring the scenic surroundings, with highly rated nearby sites such as Snowdon Massif and Bodnant Garden offering opportunities for hiking and outdoor enjoyment. Its proximity to other local accommodations and a manageable drive from Liverpool John Lennon Airport adds to its appeal for travelers seeking easy access to the northern Wales region.

Guests often highlight the combination of quality meals and comfortable lodging, making it a good choice for those looking to relax after a day of sightseeing or trekking. While some mention the absence of amenities like parking or an airport shuttle, overall feedback reflects satisfaction with the location, food offerings, and atmosphere. The hotel’s 4.8 rating, based on 660 reviews, reinforces its reputation as a welcoming option for those visiting Betws-y-Coed.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Room service
Restaurant
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Parking
Accessible
Pool
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

DR
Darren Roberts Apr 19, 2026
10

Unexpected beautiful surroundings, wed booked this as a stop on our way to pickup the youngest from Bangor University. The room we had (5) was really good. I had the large Welsh breakfast which was really good, one of the tastiest breakfasts I've had in a while. My wife had the pancakes and she was really happy with those too. We'll most go back here on other occasions we're doing the uni run, and will explore Betws y coed more.

L
Lisa Apr 14, 2026
10

Incredible tapas. Food was amazing, every single one of our 7 tapas dishes was delicious. We could not fault the food or restaurant at all. The service was friendly, the food arrived quickly and the quality of the food was top tier. We booked at 8:30pm, which is their last sitting. We ordered 7 tapas dishes between 2 of us (we were very hungry having not had lunch) which was more than enough for us. The dessert menu looked great, and we also managed to share a popcorn cheesecake. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area.

CK
Caz K Mar 26, 2026
10

We stayed here for a couple of nights mid week. Highly reccommend the accommodation. The rooms are stylish with high end touches throughout. Perfect location, friendly team and excellent breakfast both mornings. Unfortunately our trip was when the restaurant was closed Mon/ Tues - but they very kindly made us a sharing board with meats, pickles and hummus which was very tasty - will definitely be back to try the restaurant on our next trip to Betws - y - Coed.

MW
Maggie Watson Mar 12, 2026
10

Had to try Welsh tapas while in Betwys-y-Coed! Wonderful food and lovely surroundings. Staff super - definitely recommend as a place to eat.

CB
Cody Bloom Mar 10, 2026
10

Ate here for dinner after hiking all day. Unfortunately they can’t serve food outside, but it’s worth it to go inside for dinner. All the tapas dishes were great, we ate them as soon as they came out, so the only picture I got was the dessert! The spicy bean stew and chorizo were our favorites but everything we had was delicious. Didn’t get a cheeseboard… but saw a few go by and wished we had another chance to come back.

TT
Timothy Taylor Mar 01, 2026
10

We had a delightful few days at Olif on our first visit to Wales! The staff were wonderful, the location was amazing, the breakfast and tapas were delicious, and the room (window view of the street in front) was clean, comfy, and charming. The location is great for access to the city and all of the outdoor activities in the area. Thanks to all the team for making our stay a memorable one. Would definitely return when back in the area.

PK
Pernille Kaastad Feb 11, 2026
10

We had a brilliant stay for our honeymoon! The staff were amazing in every way, the breakfast was delicious and we would absolutely come again!

LT
Leyton Twamms Feb 07, 2026
10

100% cant fault this place staff were lovely Tapas and breakfast smashed it out of park . Loads of little nice touches minibar was good bed was nice everyhwere was clean... so yes would defo be back...

AB
Alex Bellemey Feb 07, 2026
10

We had an absolute fabulous time at Olif this weekend. The room was excellent and had everything we needed. We ate at the restaurant on the first night and the food was delicious! We both agreed it was some of the best food we have eaten!! The breakfast was also superb!! The staff were fantastic, genuinely friendly and just so lovely. We will definitely be coming back again. Thanks for everything x

FB
Frank Byers Feb 06, 2026
10

We stayed several nights in July. Loved the restaurant and bar; we visited other spots but always had breakfast and often dinner at Olif. It is a great location, especially if you are already driving around northern Wales. The service was always helpful. We could have used a little air conditioning the week we were there, but we didn't see much of that anywhere in the area. The room was very quiet, even with the windows open.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Olif

Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Betws-y-Coed 4 min Walk
  • Royal Oak Hotel 1 min Walk
  • Betws-y-Coed Railway Station 5 min Walk
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 39 Car · 3 hr 19 Transit
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