The outdoors lovers' haven of Betws-Y-Coed is surrounded by dense woodland and impressive mountains, and is known as the Gateway to Snowdonia. The River Conwy meets its three tributaries flowing from the west at Betws-Y-Coed, and North Wales' most popular inland resort offers cascading waterfalls, river pools and ancient bridges. The most magnificent of the waterfalls is Swallow Falls, found where the waters of the Llugwy River fling themselves into a dramatic chasm. The village is home to The Snowdonia National Park Visitor Centre, and also marks the start of the beautiful Conwy Valley which leads to the coast and the towns of Llandudno and Conwy. Betws-Y-Coed has a good choice of shops, pubs, eateries, a riverside golf course and the enjoyable Woodland High Rope Activity Centre.

Betws-y-Coed is one of those village names that appears on most signposts in Snowdonia as if all roads lead there. Even if you do not have time to visit, it's one of those names that lingers and reminds you to visit next time you holiday in north Wales.

Betws-y-Coed and nearby Beddgelert  are attractive towns in Snowdonia that walkers head for are their hikes. They offer essential self-catering supplies and pubs which are full of walkers in the evenings. Any single ladies looking for a partner might wish to  consider an alternative to dating sites and head for Betws-y-Coed and the Snowdonia Mountains. The majority of walkers and  hikers are male and new friends are easily whilst walking.

Holiday cottages offer more comfort than bunkhouses or B&Bs. Book a  cottage for a special treat in Betws-y-Coed, north Wales.