Dolgellau is a great base for walking in the national park. This lovely market town is within striking distance of Cader Idris. The various accommodation options of Graig Wen suit all-comers, and the walks in all directions are beautiful. Blaenau Ffestiniog is also a good base, where you can stay at Llechwedd Glamping, close to the famous slate caverns, or the brilliant boutique adventure hotel of Plas Weunydd. Consider also the village of Betws-y-Coed, sometimes touted as the ‘gateway to Snowdonia’, and home to the very comfortable Shorrocks Apartment, while YHA Pen-y-Pass is situated right at the base of Snowdon itself. Finally Beddgellert is home to an idyllic Forest Holidays location, and also Bryn Dinas Glamping Pods.