Colwyn Bay

Travel Guide

A historic castle, a river, and a modern bridge in a scenic landscape.
A white car parked by a lake with mountains in the background.
A large, historic house with stone and timber framing, surrounded by lush gardens and trees.
A blue-painted swimming pool with a surrounding walkway and a distant hill.
A large, empty swimming pool with a blue surface, surrounded by a concrete walkway and a metal railing.

There’s nothing like a seasidegetaway, and it doesn’t get much better than the historic resort town of ColwynBay on the north coast of Wales. Book a family holiday, aromantic weekend or just a business break to Colwyn Bayand you’re bound fall in love with the crashing waves and sandy beaches thatmake this one of Wales’ top tourist destinations.

Here you can bury your toes in sandybeaches, explore the town’s array of mainstream and independent shops or headout on the water in a kayak, canoe or surfboard. Combine this with the rollingWelsh countryside and a number of remarkable heritage sites, and you’ll find ColwynBay has something to please the whole family.

Views in Colwyn Bay

For landscape lovers, ColwynBay is a striking place to visit. It has won Gold in the Wales in Bloom on a total of eightseparate occasions and boasts some impressive skylines. You’ll enjoy unobstructedviews of the coast, where you can marvel at astounding sunsets.

Relax on the Beach in Colwyn Bay

Recent investment in seafrontregeneration means Colwyn Bay’s beach has returnedto the former glory of its Victorian days, when tourism here was at its height.Wider and sandier than it has been for many years, you can lie back with abook, take a stroll from one end of the bay to the other or just grab an ice creamwith the kids on the promenade.

Visit Colwyn Bay’s WatersportsCentre

Have a go at surfing, sailing orspeed boating under safe tuition at Porth Eirias Watersports Centre. Welcomingall levels from beginners to experts, you can also try more placid activities here,such as canoe trips around the bay. Give it a shot – maybe you’ll even be luckyenough to spot some of the local wildlife in its natural habitat.

Historic ruins in Colwyn Bay

Why not get out of town andexplore some of the nearby history? The ruins of Llys Euryn, a medieval manorhouse, reside on a limestone hill close to Colwyn Bay. What little still standsof this site nevertheless offers an excellent taste for County Conwy’s rich andambient heritage.

Shopping Colwyn Bay

Retail lovers could pay a visit toBayview Shopping Centre, the region’s largest shopping mall. Why not pick up agift for a friend or treat yourself to a souvenir? The town also has a goodselection of independent family owned shops that ooze with character, so you’resure to find something to interest you.

Culture in Colwyn Bay

Art lovers can head to the contemporaryBay Gallery to explore the local arts scene and admire the paintings andpottery for sale at very reasonable prices. Perhaps you can even pick upsomething new for your collection?

Enjoy Colwyn Bay

As a quintessential seasideresort, a trip to Colwyn Bay makes for a timelessgetaway. Find a great deal with Expedia and book a trip to ColwynBay today.

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
The Promenade Llandudno Wales
The price is RM252 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
RM252
RM303 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Llandudno. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Requested rooms close by and they were,slight delay on arrival for one room but other than that was a lovely stay,lovely sea views would certainly return again."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

The Seafront Hotel by Compass Hospitality
IXORA Hotel and Spa

IXORA Hotel and Spa

3 out of 5
Conway Road Conwy Wales
The price is RM500 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
RM500
RM601 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Conwy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Conwy Castle and Conwy Valley Maze are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (255 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. Great for individual travellers, couples and families. Breakfast was good as was dinner. The spa was decent. Not overcrowded at all with indoor and outdoor options. The rooms were comfortable. Bed was extremely comfortable. Shower area was different from what I've seen before. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

IXORA Hotel and Spa
Iris Hotel

Iris Hotel

2 out of 5
Central Promenade Llandudno Wales
The price is RM289 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
RM289
RM346 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in Llandudno. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (807 reviews)
"Room (en-suite) was clean and nicely presented with good facilities, tea, coffee hairdryer, etc. Continental breakfast was ok but could have been a little better if it included for example croissants, more jams and spreads. Car parking in Llandudno is a challenge but street parking is just about ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Iris Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beachmount Holiday Apartments

Beachmount Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
67 Colwyn Avenue Colwyn Bay WLS
Stay at this apartment in Colwyn Bay. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Venue Cymru and Conwy Castle are located ...
Beachmount Holiday Apartments
Marine Holiday Park

Marine Holiday Park

2 out of 5
Cefndy Road, Rhyl Rhyl Wales
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Rhyl. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Popular attractions Brickfield Pond and Marsh Tracks are ...
7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"Expensive for the price we paid. The caravan was not in great condition. Very old and the space around kitchen was a major issue. It was to accommodate 10 people but the space was far less than needed"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Marine Holiday Park
Herons Lake Retreat

Herons Lake Retreat

3 out of 5
Herons Lake Retreat Caerwys Wales
Stay at this cabin in Mold. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Holywell Golf Club and St. Winefride's Well are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"WARNING! DO NOT BOOK IF YOU ARE ASTHMATIC! We booked Cabin 25 (Lark) to celebrate our anniversary, but the stay was completely ruined by the appalling condition of the accommodation and the complete lack of action when I reported it. On our first evening I discovered extensive visible black mould ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Herons Lake Retreat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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