The Royal Sportsman Hotel

The Royal Sportsman offers 28 en-suite bedrooms, recently refurbished to a modern, comfortable standard while keeping the building's Victorian character. It's a solid fit for golf groups because it's straightforward, well run and set up for the realities of a Welsh links trip.

After a wet and windy day, the small details matter. You'll have space to stow clubs and luggage, a decent bathroom to get warmed up and comfortable beds so you're fresh for an early tee time. If you're touring, it's also the kind of hotel where staff are used to golfers coming and going, cleaning up well after the round and heading straight to the bar or restaurant.

Food is a genuine highlight here. The hotel holds two AA Rosettes and has been listed in the Good Food Guide, a strong sign you'll eat well on site. Breakfast is solid and sets you up properly before you head out, while evenings are ideal for a relaxed meal and a run-through of tomorrow's match-ups. You're not hunting around town for somewhere decent, which matters when you've walked 36 holes and just want to sit down.

Location-wise, you're well placed for a multi-course itinerary without spending half the day behind the wheel. You can get to Nefyn, Royal St David's and other Llŷn Peninsula options comfortably, then come back to a base that feels like a hotel, not just somewhere to sleep between rounds. The Victorian architecture provides character without sacrificing modern convenience, and rooms are well laid out with attention paid to the details that matter when you're storing golf gear, drying wet weather clothing or simply unwinding with views across to Snowdonia's peaks.

The combination of refurbished comfort, award-winning dining and proximity to a proper run of North Wales links golf makes the Royal Sportsman a sensible choice for golfers who want quality without the usual compromise between location and facilities.