The Hand Hotel, Llangollen ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Bridge Street, Llangollen, United Kingdom

The Hand Hotel is situated in the heart of Llangollen, a town renowned for its festivals and historical significance. With a history spanning over 400 years, this hotel offers a blend of original character and modern comforts. The hotel boasts a picturesque location alongside the River Dee, providing easy access to various outdoor activities. It serves as a popular destination for both leisure travelers and golfing groups, thanks to its proximity to high-quality courses.

Location

Located approximately 40 km from Chester Hawarden, The Hand Hotel is easily accessible by major roads. Llangollen itself is recognized as the Festival capital of Wales, hosting various cultural events year-round. Nearby attractions include the Llangollen Canal, which offers horse-drawn boat rides, and the Llangollen Railway featuring scenic train rides. The hotel's central location makes it a convenient base for exploring the region's historical and natural sites.

Rooms

The hotel features 58 comfortable bedrooms, many of which provide scenic views of the River Dee. Each room includes an en-suite bathroom, remote control colour television, and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can expect a welcoming atmosphere, ideal for winding down after exploring the local area. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi and direct dial telephones.

Eat & Drink

The Hand Hotel's original Georgian restaurant offers home-cooked meals with views of the gardens and the river. A special bar menu is available and changes regularly, catering to diverse tastes. Weekend entertainment typically includes live rock and roll music on Saturdays, enhancing the dining experience. The Denbigh Suite and Dinas Bran Bistro can accommodate special events and gatherings.

Leisure & Business

The hotel is equipped to handle both leisure and business needs, with facilities appropriate for conferences and meetings. It is well-known as the headquarters for the Annual European Grayling Championships, attracting fishing enthusiasts. Leisure activities on offer nearby include whitewater rafting, kayaking, and scenic walks in the Vale of Llangollen. The golf courses in the vicinity present additional outdoor recreation opportunities.

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28 m²

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30 m²

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28 m²

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City Centre

Llangollen200 m

Airports

Chester Hawarden (CEG) 39.5 km

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) 77.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

The breakfast was amazing, featuring high-quality butcher's sausages and thick, tasty bacon that made for a perfect start to the day.view full review

Spacious Rooms

I loved the high ceilings and spacious layout of the room, which created a comfortable and airy atmosphere during my stay.view full review

Welcoming Environment

The communal areas were designed to be accessible and inviting, allowing everyone to enjoy the hotel experience comfortably.view full review

Charming Bar Area

The bar area had a lovely ambiance with live music, making it a delightful spot for relaxation and socializing in the evenings.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Location

Bridge Street, Llangollen, United Kingdom

Map view

Bridge Street, Llangollen, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Castle

Dinas Bran Crow Castle

2.2 km

Event hall

Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod

810 m

Museum

Llangollen Motor Museums

2.2 km

Bridge

The Chain Bridge

2.2 km

Valle Crucis Abbey

2.5 km

Llantysilio

Pillar of Eliseg

2.9 km

Historic Site

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal World Heritage Site

5.4 km

Chirk Castle

6.5 km

Nearby

Bridge

Llangollen Bridge

290 m

Parade Street

Llangollen Museum

220 m

9 Castle Street

Llangollen War Memorial

190 m

Garden

Plas Newydd Historic House and Gardens

250 m

Harbour

Llangollen Canal

530 m

Store

Llangollen

140 m

Main Car Park

Llangollen and the Horseshoe Falls

250 m

Regent Street

Penycoed Christian Centre

80 m

12 Oak Street

Ty Celf

100 m

39 Castle Street

Quirky Art Studio Gallery

110 m

18 Bridge Street

Gales Of Llangollen

130 m

Restaurants

DEE Pizza & Kebab House

70 m

4 Oak Street

S&G Bistro

210 m

17 Castle Street

Oak St. Coffee

130 m

Oak Street

The Bull Inn

180 m

20 Castle Street

Gerrards

190 m

21 Castle Street

Sweet Daisy

170 m

24 Castle Street

Llangollen Oggie Shop & Fine Foods

230 m

Town Hall Stores Castle Street Town Hall Stores

Courtyard Coffee Shop

240 m

Castle Street The Courtyard Is Accessed Via a Driveway Between Shops

AROMA Coffee & Sandwich Shop

190 m

4 Market Street

The Sun Inn

380 m

49 Regent Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

6.7

Location

7.7

Service

7.3

Dining

6.3

3.5/5 based on 550 reviews

#6 of 10 hotels in Llangollen based on Tripadvisor

Douglas

United Kingdom, February 2024

6.6/10

I had the most beautiful view of the River Dee from my room, but the noise from people coming and going early in the morning was a bit bothersome. The room felt overpriced for its quality due to some fumes. However, the proximity to the Main Street and the River Dee was lovely, and it was great to have a drink in the gardens overlooking the river.

Rooms

7.0

Despite the noise from early-morning activities and the overpriced feel, the room had the most beautiful view of the River Dee.

Service

5.0

The service was a bit disappointing with staff making me feel a bit second class and lacking professionalism, except for the restaurant manager who kept apologizing. Communication barriers were present, which affected the check-in experience.

Location

8.0

Walking to the Main Street and the River Dee was a pleasant experience, and the hotel's central location near the river and Main Street was convenient.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its flaws with some poorly managed aspects and staff behavior issues, but the buffet style breakfast had well-cooked, good quality food.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent overall, but improvements in service quality and communication are necessary.

Gary

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is situated perfectly for all that Llangollen has to offer, providing superb access to the area but could benefit from some updating. While the noise levels were high, causing disruptions, the location offers a great escape from the tourist crowds.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were basic, and although fairly spacious, one of the beds was uncomfortable due to an older mattress and some maintenance issues like loose toilet seat and limited TV channels were noticeable.

Service

8.0

The service worked extremely well, considering the circumstances, and the staff were accommodating and friendly. The advice on noise levels, although necessary, was given politely.

Location

7.0

The location is great for exploring Llangollen, within walking distance to key attractions, but the late-night noise levels were disruptive, impacting the overall experience.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with a variety of options available, though some improvements could make it even better, like starting breakfast earlier on Sundays.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a self-service buffet dining option, and additional facilities like room service, housekeeping, and pet amenities are available.

Martin

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was mixed. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but there was a strong smell of fresh paint in the first room and the housekeeping started stripping sheets early. The service was excellent with polite staff and good outdoor seating options. The location was convenient, close to the town center and river, but the fish and chips from a nearby place were disappointing. The dining experience, although included in the price, could do with some improvements in furniture and cooking. Overall, it was a good stay with friendly staff and a central location.

Rooms

7.0

Despite the smell of fresh paint in one room and early sheet stripping by housekeeping, the rooms were clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with polite staff and good outdoor seating options.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, close to the town center and river, but the nearby fish and chips were disappointing.

Dining

6.0

The included dining experience could do with some improvements in furniture and cooking.