Regardless of the weather, our seafront Llandudno hotel is ideally placed to be the base of your summer adventures.
North Wales, home to Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, is jam-packed with sporting activities for the whole family throughout the summer. From water-based fun like swimming, surfing and sailing on the beautifully rugged coast, to biking, zip lines and hiking trails in the mountains.
Summer Swimming
If your family breaks usually centre around playing in the sea and the sand, then you can’t do much better than to head to our North Wales coastline. Our Llandudno hotel is located right on the Victorian seaside Promenade, so you can listen to the waves lapping the shoreline from your bedroom.
For families looking for family breaks in North Wales with a small, child-friendly beach, head over to West Shore Beach, a short 5-minute drive from our hotel, where you will find free parking, a café, toilets and safe swimming, whilst the sandy beach at low tide is great for kite-flying.
On wet-weather days, keen swimmers and paddlers can head to our Health and Fitness centre, Mint Condition, to enjoy our 45ft UV treated swimming pool, where children are welcome to use the pool between 9am and 6pm but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
There is also a 25-metre, 8-lane competition pool, varied swimming sessions and a swimming lesson programme for all ages at Llandudno Swimming Centre.
Discover Zip World
Zip World promises an array of sporting activities to suit all kinds of adventurers, from the Zip Safari and Underground Golf to Adrenaline Indoors sessions.
For indoor rainy-day family fun, you can head to Zip World Conwy for everything from Soft Play for younger ones to extreme stunt jumping and challenging obstacle courses. But for those seeking outdoor adventure sports, head to Zip World’s centre at Penrhyn Quarry, ‘once the world’s largest slate quarry, it’s now home to the fastest zip line in the world, Velocity, where you can fly 500m above the bright blue quarry lake.’
Head Out Mountain Biking
Make Eryri or Snowdonia National Park, your mountain biking mecca. Leave our beautiful seaside hotel and drive into the mountains; you needn’t peddle far for 360-degree views and the tranquillity of the mountains.
Ride North Wales has all routes covered, whether you’re a family setting out for the first time, or a pack of experienced trail-riders. Ride North Wales grade their routes according to skill and fitness level, so you can find the perfect adventure for you. From gently winding tracks for little legs and beginners to mountain climbs with steep, technical sections for those used to more physically demanding riding.
Get Surfing
When on the coast, grab a board and ride the waves. If surfing is your bag or you’re looking to try it for the first time, there are some fantastic spots here in North Wales.
Head to the Llŷn Peninsula, where you will find that the Atlantic swells are generally more forgiving and less busy than the southern beaches. The swell at Porth Neigwl is considered to be fairly consistent and clean, whilst there’s a sandy bottom, which makes for great conditions for new surfers. Or, if you’re seeking something a little more sheltered, head to Traeth Penllech (Porth Colmon).
Try Your Hand At Sailing
Learn to sail in North Wales; here you’ll find a variety of courses designed for all ages. Llandudno Sailing Club offers basic to refresher courses to give you confidence out on the water.
Or discover Plas Menai’s Start Sailing and Basic Skills courses, to advanced Seamanship Skills and Sailing with Spinnakers days. Their courses cover a range of ages, from 8 and above, it’s best to check the minimum age requirements for specific courses at the time of booking.
Ski And Snowboard Throughout Summer
If you thought hitting the slopes was a winter-only sporting activity, you’d be incorrect. At the Llandudno Snowsports Centre, you can ski, snowboard, tube and toboggan throughout the summer. Private lessons are available for families, children and adults, and open practice sessions are available on the main slope for experienced skiers and boarders to practice their skills without tuition.
Whether you’re an experienced adrenaline-seeking adventurer looking for comfort and relaxation in between the fun, or a family looking for child-friendly activities, courses and safe spots to play, learn and make memories, our Victorian sea front hotel in Llandudno invites you in for traditional hospitality and to experience a classic seaside family break away, whilst being able to relax in modern comfort.