13 of the Best Pubs in North Wales | Sykes Holiday Cottages

Discover the Best Pubs in North Wales

From the coastline to the cities, North Wales has some excellent pubs! Use our guide to discover the best pubs in North Wales, ideal for traditional pub grub or a well-deserved pint after a long countryside walk.

The city of Wrexham has a plethora of pubs to try when holidaying in North Wales. The Corn Mill in Llangollen is a great choice, with a superb menu and seating overlooking the River Dee. While The Fat Boar in the city centre offers boozy brunches and quality pub grub!

The Snowdonia National Park also has a number of hidden gems that are ideal for refuelling after a long walk. Pen-y-Gwryd for example is a typical mountaineer’s pub in North Wales and sits at the foot of Snowdon.

You will find several pubs along the coastline too, including the Kings Head pub in Llandudno, Pen-y-Bryn in Colwyn Bay and The Tavern on the Bay in Anglesey.

Find the best pubs in North Wales below…

Croes Howell

Straight Mile
Rossett, Llay
Wrexham
LL12 0NY

01244 570570

The Croes Howell is a country pub, restaurant, and wedding venue located in the heart of the Welsh countryside. It features breathtaking views of the Welsh hills and is owned and operated by a Welsh family.
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Crown

Llay
Wrexham
LL12 0NT

01978 449528

The Crown at Llay is a two-for-one restaurant and pub in Wrexham with hearty meals and beverages.
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Kings Head Pub

Old Road
Llandudno
LL30 2NB

01492 877993

A historic pub in Llandudno, The Kings Head Pub is one of the oldest in the country. Serving homemade pub food and roast dinners on Sunday, as well as real ale and live music events all summer.
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Pant-yr-Ochain

Old Wrexham Road
Gresford
Wrexham
LL12 8TY

01978 853525

A 16th-century bar in North Wales that proudly serves fresh meals and cask ales alongside a large choice of wines, whiskeys, and gins.
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Pen Y Bont Farm

Chester Road
Mold
CH7 1UJ

01352 860101

Located in a beautifully restored and extended Grade II listed farm, this Marston’s Rotisserie pub and restaurant offers a wide range of dishes and beverages.
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Pen-Y-Gwryd

Pen-y-Gwryd Hotel
Nant Gwynant
Gwynedd
LL55 4NT

01286 870211

A characterful ‘climbing inn’ sat at the foot of Snowdon, Pen-Y-Gwryd was the training base for the first conquerors of Mount Everest in 1953. With cooked breakfasts, packed lunches, and five-course meals on offer, this historical hotel provides hearty meals to enjoy before, during, and after your walking expeditions.
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The Alyn

Station Road
Rossett
Wrexham
LL12 0HE

01244 748872

The Alyn is a unique eatery that fuses a classic pub with top-notch cuisine. providing both indoor and outdoor seats as well as views of the Alyn River.
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The Corn Mill

Dee Lane
Llangollen
LL20 8PN

01978 869555

A historic pub and restaurant on the banks of the River Dee with a wonderful view of the River Dee, as well as Llangollen’s surroundings and steam trains.
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The Cottage Loaf

Market Street
Llandudno
Conwy
LL30 2SR

01492 870 762

A traditional country pub nestled in the heart of Llandudno’s seaside town, The Cottage Loaf offers meals and refreshments daily.
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The Fat Boar

11 Yorke Street
Wrexham
LL13 8LW

01978 354201

An independent restaurant and bar in the heart of the Wrexham, serving real ales, boozy brunches and high-quality pub grub.
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Pubs in North Wales

Croes Howell

Crown

Kings Head Pub

Pant-yr-Ochain

Pen Y Bont Farm

Pen-Y-Gwryd

The Alyn

The Corn Mill

The Cottage Loaf

The Fat Boar