Summer Holidays in North Wales

Craving a holiday with beautiful beaches, breath-taking scenery, and rich history and culture without the long flight? Then where better to spend your holidays in summer than North Wales!

Why a Summer Break in North Wales?

Make the most of the sunshine with our excellent choice of summer accommodation in North Wales. Whether you fancy securing a prime location in the Snowdonia National Park, where you can enjoy scenic hikes and bike rides, exceptional views from the top of Yr Wyddfa, and superb watersports on vast lakes.

Our fantastic range of summer cottages can also be found along the Llyn Peninsula, where you will find a wealth of stunning beaches which wouldn’t look out of place abroad. There you can while away the day bathing on the sands, exploring rock pools with the little ones, taking a dip in the sea, or tucking into fresh fish and chips from beachside cafes.

A summer break to North Wales wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Isle of Anglesey, where you can embark on walk along the renowned Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path, attend the annual Gottwood Festival in June, or enjoy the wildlife rich surroundings of the RSPB South Stack.

Places to Visit from your Summer Accommodation in North Wales

From your summer cottage you will have the best of North Wales right on your doorstep. Head to Abergele, where you can visit the impress Gwrych Castle which hosted the hit series I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here for two years running. Continue onto Colwyn Bay, where you can spend a fun-filled day at Welsh Mountain Zoo, or Llandudno, where you can spot the resident grey seals at Angel Bay, enjoy an ice cream along the Victorian Llandudno Pier, or soak up the views from the Great Orme. Be sure to pay a visit to the renowned 80-acre Bodnant Garden which rests on the outskirts of Colwyn Bay!

Next stop is the Snowdonia National Park, where you can take on the magnificent Yr Wyddfa, try your hand at a wealth of watersports on Llyn Tegid in Bala, and visit the picturesque Aber Falls in Llnfairfechan. For those seeking more adventures, head to Betws-y-Coed to wander through the treetops at Zip World Fforest or explore underground mines at Zip World Llechwedd in Blaenau Ffestiniog. For those wanting to kick back and see the sights, you can hop aboard the Ffestiniog Railway to see the National Park at a more leisurely pace.

If you fancy venturing over to Anglesey, you can visit the historic town of Beaumaris, home to a stunning castle and Sea Safaris where you can visit Puffin Island, Benllech, Bull Bay, Treaddur Bay, and Rhosneigr. All of which are home to fabulous beaches.

Some of our other favourite destinations to check out during your summer break are Beddgelert, Abersoch, Criccieth, Pwllheli, Harlech, and Barmouth.

Types of Holidays in Summer in North Wales

If your holiday just wouldn’t be the same without your four-legged friend, then you’re sure to love our fantastic selection of dog-friendly cottages in North Wales. Prefer your accommodation away from it all? Check out our superb choice of shepherd’s huts, rural holiday cottages, and lodges and log cabins in North Wales. If you’d like to make your getaway that bit more special, be sure to book a stay at one of our luxury cottages or at a cottage with a hot tub.

Embark on your summer break today with Menai Holiday Cottages, book online or contact one of our travel experts to secure your stay!