{"id":462206,"date":"2025-09-30T04:49:17","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T04:49:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/462206\/"},"modified":"2025-09-30T04:49:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T04:49:17","slug":"these-are-the-6-best-places-to-stay-in-wales","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/462206\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the 6 best places to stay in Wales"},"content":{"rendered":"

Six holiday sites in Wales have been shortlisted as some of the best places to stay in the Sykes Gems 2025 Awards by Sykes Holiday CottagesThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more<\/a>Holiday pod Creuddyn near Aberystwyth in Ceredigion(Image: Matt Wilby)<\/p>\n

When you’re on holiday, where you stay is just as important as the destination.<\/p>\n

And while hotels or B&Bs can be viable options, sometimes it’s exciting to go for something a little bit different. Six holiday sites in Wales have been shortlisted as some of the best places to stay in the Sykes Gems 2025 Awards<\/a> by Sykes Holiday Cottages.<\/p>\n

The Welsh properties shortlisted include one in Ceredigion, two on Anglesey, two in Powys and one in Denbighshire. While they all offer something different, these properties have been celebrated for their brilliance.<\/p>\n

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The Sykes Gems 2025 Awards recognises property owners for exceptional service, unique properties, and positive guest experiences all over the UK and Ireland. The properties listed here are those that have excelled in the ‘Best in Mid and South Wales’ category and ‘Best in North Wales’ category.<\/p>\n

Here are the top six best places to stay in Wales. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What\u2019s On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Creuddyn<\/a><\/p>\n

Within the peaceful and tranquil Ceredigion<\/a> countryside, you’ll find Creuddyn<\/a> -a cwtchy holiday pod that comes with an enclosed garden, a hot tub, a studio-style layout and a double bedroom.<\/p>\n

Aberystwyth<\/a> is only a short drive away, with plenty of places to shop and dine. You can enjoy a scenic view onboard the Aberystwyth Cliff Railway or a leisurely stroll on the university town’s promenade. You can find out more about Creuddyn here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Llety Cariad<\/a>Llety Cariad near Llandrindod Wells in Powys(Image: Sykes)<\/p>\n

As indicated in the name, a lot of love has been put into creating this unique accommodation. The single-storey stay comes with a studio-style layout, a king-size bed, kitchen, dining area and sitting area.<\/p>\n

It has electric central heating for the colder months and enclosed decking with furniture, hot tub and even an infrared sauna for the warmer, drier months.<\/p>\n

Located near Llandrindod Wells, there’s plenty to discover in this corner of Wales, like the Caban Coch Dam in the Elan Valley, which is 16 miles from Llety Cariad<\/a> and the quaint little town of Rhayader, which is around 11 miles away. Find out more about Llety Cariad here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Dol Blodau<\/a>Dol Blodau near Newbridge on Wye in Powys(Image: Sykes)<\/p>\n

Dol Blodau<\/a> is a delightful lodge in the heart of the Welsh countryside, just a short distance from Newbridge on Wye. Inside, there are two large bedrooms and an open-plan living space with a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area. You can also soak in a private hot tub, spacious enough for all four guests. You can book a stay at Dol Blodau here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Weirglodd<\/a>Weirglodd in Cyffylliog near Ruthin in Denbighshire(Image: Sykes)<\/p>\n

Weirglodd<\/a> in the small, rural village of Cyffylliog near Ruthin in Denbighshire<\/a> could be your very own quirky Hobbiton-like pod in which to stay. For those looking for a walking holiday, whether you are a couple or a family, Weirglodd<\/a> is the perfect setting as it is only a half an hour drive from the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.<\/p>\n

The accommodation is cosy inside and pretty impressive on the outside – the outside communal area comes with a hot tub, kitchen area and even a TV screen. After a long day of walking, perhaps this is the idyllic place to cook a meal, wrap up warm, sit down and admire the stars on a clear night. Book your stay at Weirglodd here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Old Lifeboat House<\/a>The Old Lifeboat House on Ynys Mon(Image: Sykes)<\/p>\n

Located right by the sea on Anglesey<\/a>, the Old Lifeboat House<\/a> offers both a romantic and atmospheric place to stay. It comes with an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area in a lovely, bright and contemporary space. It also has a balcony – the perfect place to admire the sea as you sip on your morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. There’s plenty of space for six guests here with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, which you can find more about here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Balog Farm<\/a>Balog Farm near Amlwch on Anglesey(Image: Sykes)<\/p>\n

If enjoying uninterrupted sea views within the comforts of a cottage sounds like your cup of tea, then Balog Farm<\/a> is the place to stay. This accommodation is a beautifully presented abode that rests in an elevated position in Llaneilian, Ynys Mon. It comes with wooden beams and high ceilings, complemented with contemporary interiors in greys and blues.<\/p>\n

It is a three-bedroom cottage ideal for families or friends who want to explore this corner of north Wales. Amlwch is only a stone’s throw away where you can discover the copper mining tradition of the area on the Heritage Copper Trail or visit the Old Mine Works at Mynydd Parys. If a day at the beach is more your thing, then Traeth Lligwy is a 13-minute drive away, where you can also embark on the coastal path that could take you to Moelfre. If you do stop here, make sure you go for a cake and coffee at Ann’s Pantry. Book your stay at Balog Farm here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Six holiday sites in Wales have been shortlisted as some of the best places to stay in the…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":462207,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5010],"tags":[35435,748,1150,4884,1147,183,16,15,1764],"class_list":{"0":"post-462206","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-wales","8":"tag-anglesey","9":"tag-britain","10":"tag-ceredigion","11":"tag-great-britain","12":"tag-powys","13":"tag-travel","14":"tag-uk","15":"tag-united-kingdom","16":"tag-wales"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/115291447866350129","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/462206","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=462206"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/462206\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/462207"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=462206"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=462206"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=462206"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}