Abersoch, Gwynedd Porth Tocyn Hotel

I find it hard believe some of the reviewers have been to the same hotel. we found the owner most helpful and attentive, he leads from the front. The food was good though not exceptional.The hotel is not cheap but as good value as anywhere else, you get what you ppay for. our room was lovely and recently redecorated. The views are to die for. We will definitely stay there again

If you want to be abused and ripped off then this place is just the ticket. I cant believe I went back here as I have had several very negative and stressful experiences here before. I have not got a clue how the owner is still in business - he makes Basil Fawlty seem pleasant and normal - Nick is a nasty piece of work. What's more incredulous is how the hell this place is in any good food guides. The meat was tough, the fish overcooked and swimming in butter. The dishes were clumsily assembled and badly seasoned. It was a total disaster and bitter disappointment. In conclusion, if you are a massochist with more money than taste or common sense, try the Porth Tocyn. The owner represents everything that is bad in North Wales.

Hotel in semi- rural location with good views, has an olde world charm. Cooked breakfast tasty but you will pay extra for the privilege. More of a guest house than Hotel. Rustic charm wears a bit thin after a couple of days and smacks of lack of investment. Continental breakfast is very basic. Rooms are of a decent size but tired. Bathroom wasn't pleasingly clean. Children are tolerated through gritted teeth by owner, who makes no effort with guests who don't conform to his personal idealism. Mealtimes are a definite problem for couples with children here. Guests with families who don't conform to a 6.30/7pm bedtime, will end-up eating elsewhere with their children. We won't be going again.

Location of Gwynedd Porth Tocyn Hotel - out of this world!Food - excellentMicroclimate - unbelievable - or we are always very luckyThe whole operation is geared towards making for a relaxed break, with fine food (and good wine) and a very positive attitude to well behaved children.

If visiting Abersoch this would be our first preference. Family friendly hotel. Staff were friendly.Owner was very attentive and connected with guests. Many large families with children and grandparents in tow as well at breakfast.

Do not consider going to the beautiful Porth Tocyn Hotel unless you only have 2.4 children, as the owner will consider you an unbalnced family (his exact words)