Llandudno

Travel Guide

A coastal town with colorful Victorian-style buildings, a blue kiosk, and a prominent street lamp.
A tram on a street with buildings and a hill in the background.
A row of colorful houses with distinct architectural styles, including a yellow house with a white window frame and a red house with a white window frame.
A rocky shoreline with a stack of stones in the foreground and a pier extending into the water in the background.
A coastal scene with a large hotel, a pier extending into the sea, and calm waters.

Explore this traditional beach town on Wales’ northern coast. It is framed by sandy bays, surrounded by ancient hills and home to Victoria-era architecture.

Visit Llandudno for the true essence of a British seaside resort. The town’s beaches, pier and pristine seafront preserve a captivating 19th-century splendour. Llandudno straddles the Creuddyn Peninsula on Wales’ northernmost coastline and overlooks the Irish Sea.

The town’s century-old charm resonates from Llandudno Promenade, sweeping elegantly around Llandudno Bay. Buy an ice cream, stroll along the waterfront and appreciate the well-preserved architectural landscape. Shop for curios and enjoy the amusement arcades on Llandudno PierOpens in a new window. Be entertained by a Punch and Judy puppet show.

The town’s beaches frame both sides of the peninsula. North Shore Beach sits in front of the promenade and is popular for donkey rides, sailing and windsurfing. West Shore Beach is quieter, offers views of Anglesey and attracts kite-surfers and surfers.

Stroll around the town centre streets to find cafés, teahouses and friendly pubs. Browse exhibits of contemporary art at the Oriel Mostyn Gallery. Explore the town’s long history at the Llandudno Museum and see a recreation of life during World War II at the Home Front Experience.

Another of Llandudno’s major attractions is the Great OrmeOpens in a new window, a huge headland traversed by walking trails and inhabited by varied wildlife. Reach the summit via the historic Great Orme TramwayOpens in a new window and the Llandudno Cable Car. Visit the Bronze Age mining complex, Great Orme Mines. Bike or drive along Marine Drive, a scenic road that encircles the headland.

Rent a car or use public transportation to reach attractions a short drive from the town centre. Wander next to the perfectly groomed lawns of Bodnant Garden and spot exotic creatures at the Welsh Mountain Zoo. Walk in the footsteps of medieval kings at Conwy Castle. Relax and enjoy watersports at Colwyn Bay Beach and Penrhyn Bay Beach.

Regular train services connect Llandudno with English cities such as Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester. Visit during May’s Victorian Extravaganza, when bands, dance groups and street performers celebrate the town’s Victorian heritage.

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
The Promenade Llandudno Wales
The price is €64 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
€64
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Llandudno. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality
Iris Hotel

Iris Hotel

2 out of 5
Central Promenade Llandudno Wales
The price is €73 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
€73
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in Llandudno. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (843 reviews)
"Parking fine staff great better set out breakfast clean rooms Only draw back this time was other guests thinking they could smoke weed out side your room from 10.30pm till 01.30 am every ten minutes laughing loud and talking loud and then throwing up loudly all morning but that’s not the fault of ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Iris Hotel
Esplanade Hotel Llandudno

Esplanade Hotel Llandudno

3 out of 5
Glan Y Mor Parade Llandudno Wales
The price is €80 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
€80
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Llandudno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
"Terrible Smell Entering the Building. Shower disgusting it hadnt been cleaned for months. The fridge was Dirty Disgusting.The Was 0 Points. Theres a Blockage in the Drains and Bad Smell. The Shower Overflowed on the Floor. I was to be moved But the couple bfore me was moved out,of that flat Due to ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Esplanade Hotel Llandudno
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Montague House

Montague House

2 out of 5
15 S Parade Llandudno Wales
Stay at this aparthotel in Llandudno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Conwy Castle and Llandudno Museum are located nearby.
5.8/10 (6 reviews)
"We stayed for 2 nights and it was so good. location is so prime. You get access to almost everything. Loved it. The only little problem was our apartment was on 5th floor so it was little difficult with the baby but manageable. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Montague House
Victorian Llandudno 6bed,3rcpns.2mins to beach. Fb Craig-Y-Don holiday

Victorian Llandudno 6bed,3rcpns.2mins to beach. Fb Craig-Y-Don holiday

Llandudno WLS
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Llandudno. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Conwy Castle and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"I booked this property for a family get together. The particulars stated it had a 'Recent complete renovation' however on approaching the property it looked run down and shabby. Once inside it was the same, chipped and grubby paintwork throughout, doors, door frames and stair banister. Several of ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Victorian Llandudno 6bed,3rcpns.2mins to beach. Fb Craig-Y-Don holiday
3 bed Bungalow Penrhyn Bay nr Beach Llandudno dog friendly with drive for 2 cars

3 bed Bungalow Penrhyn Bay nr Beach Llandudno dog friendly with drive for 2 cars

Penrhyn Bay Conwy
Stay at this golf holiday home in Llandudno. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Conwy Castle and Little Orme are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"This was a beautiful bungalow, well maintained, wheelchair friendly, secure garden for our dog, in a good location, walking distance from shops and beach, and easy access to other places of interest. I just wish I understood the Welsh recycling and waste rules !"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

3 bed Bungalow Penrhyn Bay nr Beach Llandudno dog friendly with drive for 2 cars
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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