The Groes Inn - Conwy

Award-winning 500-year-old coaching inn with Wales' oldest licensed pub

History & Character

The Groes Inn Conwy has operated as a licensed pub for over 400 years, making it the oldest in Wales. The inn earned the 'Inn of the Year' award from The Good Pub Guide in 2012. Low ceilings, log fires, and a grapevine in the conservatory preserve the 16th-century character.

Dining

The award-winning restaurant at The Groes Inn uses locally sourced ingredients in seasonally changing menus. Guests choose from traditional British dishes including a rare rib-eye steak and the house-special cheese and onion pie. Ales from local breweries are served in the pub, and the outdoor beer garden offers dining with views of Snowdonia.

Rooms & Accommodations

Rooms at The Groes Inn include executive doubles and superior doubles, many with mountain views and some with private balconies. Beds are super king-sized, and bathrooms feature Temple Spa toiletries and deep baths with overhead showers. The inn accommodates dogs in designated rooms and provides pet bowls.

Location & Activities

The Groes Inn sits within easy reach of Conwy Castle, Snowdonia National Park, and Bodnant Garden. Free on-site parking allows guests to explore the North Wales coast and the historic town of Conwy. The inn is also close to Tal-y-Cafn Rail Station and offers ample parking for cars and bicycles.

Family & Pet-Friendly Policies

Families are welcome with family rooms and a children's menu that includes kids' meals. The inn treats dogs as guests too, offering dog-friendly dining areas and pet bowls. A spacious outdoor beer garden and sun terrace provide safe space for children and pets to enjoy the countryside views.

• History: Oldest licensed pub in Wales, 500-year-old coaching inn
• Awards: Inn of the Year 2012 from The Good Pub Guide
• Dining: Award-winning restaurant with locally sourced ingredients
• Rooms: Super king beds, mountain views, Temple Spa toiletries
• Location: 5 minutes from Conwy Castle, Snowdonia National Park nearby
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome in rooms and dining areas
• Parking: Free on-site parking, accessible spaces available