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Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa offers a retreat steeped in history and nestled in acres of parkland. Next to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Wales, the castle dates back to 1277. It features exquisite dining, a cooked Welsh breakfast, and a distinctive spa. All rooms are individually styled using contemporary décor and all include a modern private bathroom. Every room has at least 1 flat-screen TV and some feature a large standalone bath and a four-poster bed. Located beside the rustic woodland grounds of the castle's moat, the spa offers a selection of treatments. Guests can also enjoy a calming relaxation area and thermal suite, with a sauna and steam room. The English town of Chester is less than a 40-minute drive away and so is the start of the M53 Motorway. Gwydyr Forest Park is 20 miles west of the hotel and 20 miles south of that lies the Snowdonia National Park. Note: access to the spa facilities must be pre-booked, a charge applies for residents and is restricted to guests aged 16 years and over (if accompanied by an adult). Access to our fully equipped gym is complimentary for residents aged 18+.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
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1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
8.0

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Patricia
    the United States the United States
    Food was delicious at dinner. Staff was friendly. Nice property and easy to roam the castle grounds. Loved seeing the peacocks.
  • Christopher
    the United States the United States
    Nice grounds and very old building, staff were excellent Good value. King Charles stayed there once. We enjoyed waking around the property, there is a "drowning pit".
  • John
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Absolutely EVERYTHING..the staff, the location, the room, the bathroom, the bed was huge and the bedding and pillows absolutely beautiful. Every single member of staff were exceptional.
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    Lisa
    the United States the United States
    Talk about exceeding expectations! Walking around, you just want to imagine yourself in its prime. You can feel the history!
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    A wonderful stay at the Ruthin Hotel! A highlight of our holiday in the UK. The staff were particularly helpful And friendly. The grounds were Wonderful and we enjoyed strolling around after dinner. The ruins of the castle forming part of the...
  • Karen
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Historical surroundings with varied wildlife. Castle had lots of character. Excellent breakfast. Bed very comfortable.
  • Billie
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    We visited Ruthin Castle for my mom's 65th birthday and we had the best time. The staff were lovely and the castle itself was amazing!
  • Lane
    the United States the United States
    Great location, super friendly and helpful staff, and loved this old castle.
  • Sharon
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Fabulous location. Wonderful staff. Ruthin is beautiful ❤️
  • Rachel
    Australia Australia
    Amazing location and history, beautiful building, dinner and breakfast lovely. Room amazing

Host Info

Company review score: 8.7Based on 7,572 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Property info

A wooden fort appears to have existed on the site until 1277 when King Edward I of England reconstructed it in local stone and granted it to Dafydd, brother of Prince Llewelyn ap Graffudd. All that now remains are three towers and the ruined double-towered gatehouse. In 1282 the castle came under the control of The Marcher Lord, Reginald de Grey, reputedly the former Sheriff of Nottingham of the Robin Hood story, and his family owned the castle for the next 226 years. The third Baron de Grey's dispute with Owain Glyndwr triggered the Welsh rebellion against King Henry IV in 1400, when Glyndwr burned Ruthin to the ground, leaving only the castle and a few other buildings standing. During the English Civil War in 1646 the castle survived an eleven-week siege, after which it was demolished by order of Parliament. The castle was rebuilt in the 19th century as a country house and from 1826 until 1921 the castle was the home of the Cornwallis-West family, members of Victorian and Edwardian high society. Please note the hotel holds regular functions on weekends - please check with the hotel in advance if you are concerned this may affect your stay.

Neighborhood info

Nestled in acres of parkland beside the Clwydian Range in North Wales In the town of Ruthin, 22 miles from Chester

Languages Spoken

Welsh,English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Dragon Tafarn
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Spa

  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Head massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • Welsh
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroDebit card Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note group bookings for more than 3 rooms cannot be accepted.

Please inform Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa

  • Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Dragon Tafarn
  • Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Body treatments
    • Live music/Performance
    • Back massage
    • Manicure
    • Steam room
    • Beauty services
    • Fitness
    • Pedicure
    • Body wrap
    • Facial treatments
    • Head massage
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Neck massage
    • Body scrub
    • Full-body massage
    • Spa facilities
  • Yes, Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa on this page.

  • Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa is 1,650 feet from the center of Ruthin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.