Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Dolgellau travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dolgellau

With a population of 2.688, Dolgellau is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dolgellau to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Dolgellau

Dolgellau in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dolgellau in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dolgellau

Plane

Although Dolgellau doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 95 km from Dolgellau. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Dolgellau departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dolgellau is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 291 km from Dolgellau. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Dolgellau doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 95 km from Dolgellau. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Dolgellau departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dolgellau is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 291 km from Dolgellau. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Dolgellau

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Dolgellau

Lufthansa
Good (8,109 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,087 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,909 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,605 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,859 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,282 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (417 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,401 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,310 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dolgellau

Average rates range from around £103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £142 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dolgellau

Most booked hotels in Dolgellau

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Borthwnog Hall
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£149+
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Penmaenuchaf Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£289+
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George III Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£171+
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Royal Ship
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Dolgun Uchaf Guesthouse
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Hiring a car in Dolgellau

Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Dolgellau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.29 and £24.38.

Expect to pay £1.53 per litre in Dolgellau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.29 and £24.38.