Pale Hall Shortlist*
Bala, Gwynedd
Good Hotel Guide Review
In a woodland garden that stretches to the River Dee, this historic Victorian manor is today a sumptuous hotel rich in antiques and fine original features. Smaller pleasures abound, too: board games in the library, lawn games outside, a pond whose every fish is named Alan. Individually decorated bedrooms (some dog friendly) have little luxuries, such as organic toiletries and complimentary Madeira. A barn and stables in the grounds were being converted into duplex suites as the Guide went to print. At mealtimes in the Henry Robertson fine dining room or informal Huntsman bistro, sustainably sourced produce is the focus of chef Gareth Stevenson’s cooking. Just beyond, Snowdonia national park appeals.
Hotel details
Address
Llandderfel
Bala
Gwynedd
LL23 7PS
Wales
Telephone
01678 530285
Bedrooms
18. 1 suitable for disabled.
Open
all year.
Facilities
Grand Hall, lounge, library, restaurant, bar/bistro, Venetian dining room, in-room TV (Freeview), room service, meeting/function facilities, civil wedding licence, 50-acre grounds, electric car charging points.
Background music
in Grand Hall, restaurants.
Children
all ages welcomed.
Dogs
‘well-behaved dogs’ allowed in 7 bedrooms, Grand Hall, bistro, on lead at all times in gardens and public areas.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
per room B&B £275–£860, D,B&B £385–£1,010. Tasting menu £70 (5 courses), £90 (8 courses), à la carte £45–£50.