Caernarfon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Caernarfon

With a population of 9,836, Caernarfon is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

Where to Eat in Caernarfon

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Gunroom at Plas Dinas (Bontnewydd) and The Old Courthouse Caernarfon (Castle ditch) are great picks.

When to visit Caernarfon

Caernarfon in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 280
1 night at 3-star hotel
Caernarfon in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 280
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Caernarfon

Plane

When flying to Caernarfon, you’ll arrive at Holyhead Anglesey (VLY), which is located 13 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Caernarfon is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 87 miles from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of Alamo and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

When flying to Caernarfon, you’ll arrive at Holyhead Anglesey (VLY), which is located 13 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Caernarfon is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 87 miles from Caernarfon. You’ll find branches of Alamo and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Caernarfon

Airlines serving Caernarfon

Lufthansa
Good (4,596 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,279 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,923 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (836 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Caernarfon

From 5-star hotels such as the Plas Dinas Country House to great affordable options like the Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 544 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 637 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Caernarfon

Most booked hotels in Caernarfon

Black Boy Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
AED 459+
Yha Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 70+
Celtic Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
AED 493+
Tegfan Guesthouse
1 star
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
AED 206+
Anglesey Arms
1 star
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
AED 261+

Hiring a car in Caernarfon

Expect to pay AED 6.80 per litre in Caernarfon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 81.53 and AED 108.70. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.80 per litre in Caernarfon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 81.53 and AED 108.70. The most frequently booked car type in Caernarfon is Compact (Class Compact Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.