| 7 miles from the university town of bangor. a cosy restaurant and pub with a wood-beamed ceiling and a fireplace serves local fare. the 11 relaxed rooms, some with wood-beamed ceilings, feature en suite bathrooms, tea and coffeemaking equipment, tvs and free wi-fi. freebies include full breakfast served in a bright dining room, and parking. family rooms add bunk beds. 5 miles from penrhyn castle (part of the national trust) and 2. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. this casual hotel and pub, in a converted 1700s farmhouse and coaching inn, is 1. there's a fireside guest lounge, plus an outdoor patio area
Liverpool John Lennon Airport 1 hr 31
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