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Royal Sportsman Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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A bar area with a variety of bottles, a fireplace, and a dining area with red sofas and yellow chairs.
A bar area with a counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and three patterned chairs.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a tree.
A room with a fireplace, a clock, and leather furniture.
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a geometric pattern, two patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and a round mirror.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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131 High St, Porthmadog, Wales, LL49 9HB
  • Place, Glaslyn Leisure Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Welsh Highland Heritage Railway
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Family Room

  • 189 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a patterned wall.

Family Room, Accessible

  • 189 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two pillows, a bedside table, a lamp, a chair, and a blue patterned wall.

Large Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a brown throw blanket and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a picture on the wall.

Large Twin Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a patterned wall, a single bed with pillows, a bedside table, and a chair.

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bed with a yellow headboard, two pillows, and a blue textured wall behind.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Porthmadog

Porthmadog retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Glaslyn Leisure Centre and Y Ganolfan Arts Centre. Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and Welsh Highland Heritage Railway are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Glaslyn Leisure Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Y Ganolfan Arts Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Welsh Highland Heritage Railway - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Eryri National Park - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Porthmadog Station - 5 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Australia - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Allports Fish And Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mash and Barrel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Spooner's Grill, Café & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Port - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Royal Sportsman Hotel

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Royal Sportsman Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Porthmadog hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Sportsman Hotel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free covered, secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Royal Sportsman Hotel Hotel
Royal Sportsman Hotel Porthmadog
Royal Sportsman Hotel Hotel Porthmadog

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Sportsman Hotel to the airport?

Royal Sportsman Hotel is 108.3 mi (139-min drive) away from the John Lennon Airport (LPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Sportsman Hotel?

As of Oct 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Sportsman Hotel on Nov 2, 2026 start from $128, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Royal Sportsman Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Sportsman Hotel.

How close is Royal Sportsman Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.1 mi (10-min drive) from Black Rock Sands and 3.1 mi (15-min drive) from Portmeirion Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Sportsman Hotel offer free breakfast?

Royal Sportsman Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Royal Sportsman Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Sportsman Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royal Sportsman Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Royal Sportsman Hotel have a pool?

Royal Sportsman Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Royal Sportsman Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Sportsman Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Sportsman Hotel to downtown Porthmadog?

Royal Sportsman Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Porthmadog.

Royal Sportsman Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people good food and wine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with the quality and decor in my room, plus besides being well positioned in the town, the food in the restaurant and at breakfast was superb. Lovely helpful staff too :D
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good selection of options for breakfast, cooked fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Room standard below average,£100 room only is way above this hotels grade.Although food in restaurant was well priced and a good standard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Hotel, would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and lovely staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was just there for one night in one of the smaller rooms, everything was fine, in particular the staff were very frendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Many options. Conveniently located in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bethan, Ben and Dylan were so nice and helpful. They responded almost immediately when we had a small problem — our fault — and resolved the issue. The house and decor are are sweet and pretty, and location beautiful and calming. I wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel, very conveniently situated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was escorted to my table at breakfast. Excellent location between the two railway stations. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff very good and breakfast excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was perfect for my short stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff, breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay central

The staff and cleanliness outstanding ,the food was good great would recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

The staff were extremely helpful and friendly we ate in the restaurant and the service and food was were both evening meal and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean although a little dated, bed was very comfortable had a good sleep. Breakfast was very tasty and fresh, all staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a short break

Lovely place to stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Great little hotel, service was excellent and the breakfast was brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice, staff were friendly, breakfast was really good. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comments
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great. And a really lovely team on reception and in the bar. Excellent in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025