About Ty Afon - River House
Bryn Eglwys Country House Hotel is located in Gwynedd, Wales. It is surrounded by the incredible beauty of Snowdonia National Park.
Several different room sizes are available at the hotel, including family rooms. Each room is equipped with tea and coffee making services, a television, and free Wi-Fi access.
Guests can park their cars for free on the hotel grounds. There is no smoking allowed inside the hotel, but guests are allowed to bring pets. Laundry services are provided, as are photocopying and faxing services.
Bryn Eglwys Country House Hotel has its own on-site restaurant. The menu changes each day, but always incorporates local produce. The restaurant itself overlooks the River Glaslyn.
Guests can visit historic castles in the area, such as Criccieth Castle. There are also many other fun places to visit in the area, such as Welsh Highland Heritage Railway or scenic Black Rock Sands.
Positive Reviews
positive:
The Hotel Serves Wonderful Food
Most guests loved the food. Several commented that both the free breakfasts and the evening meals were excellent. Guests were especially happy about the fresh local produce used by the chef. Some also commented that it was nice not to have to travel into town for breakfast.
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The Staff is Very friendly
Most guests found the staff to be very friendly. Several mentioned that staff members were always smiling, and that they went out of their way to accommodate guests. Housekeeping staff also does an excellent job of keeping each room properly cleaned.
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Surrounded by Scenery and Tranquillity
Its location in the middle of a national park makes this hotel a perfect place to stay if you want a break from busy city life. Many guests commented about the relaxing environment, natural beauty of the area, and lack of distracting noises.
Negative Reviews
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The Plumbing Could Use Updating
According to several guests, the plumbing at Bryn Eglwys Country House Hotel is reminiscent of an actual old-fashioned country house. Many said that the plumbing is generally loud. Some also commented that water pressure or temperature wasn't always consistent.
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Meal Options Could Use Some Expansion
Guests agree that the hotel should offer more food options for vegans or vegetarians. The lack of simple accommodations like fresh fruit at breakfast was disappointing to many guests.
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The Hotel is Somewhat Regimented
Several guests stated that they didn't like the fact that meals are only served at specific times, and that the hotel itself feels a bit stiff and regimented. For instance, guests mentioned that the fact that the main doors are locked at a certain time of night can be problematic for anyone that spends too much time out exploring the local area.