Rhyl Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bodelwyddan Castle featuring heritage elements and a castle
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes heritage elements and a castle
Bodelwyddan Castle which includes château or palace and heritage elements

Rhyl is a busy, seaside resort on the northeast coast of Wales. In Victorian times it was known for its elegance and its popularity boomed after the Second World War. With improved road and rail links, Rhyl became a destination of choice for city-dwellers from nearby Liverpool and Manchester.

More recently, the area has benefited from multi-million pound regeneration projects, which blend its traditional charms with contemporary attractions in an exciting way.

For a family seaside holiday, with miles of golden sands and safe sea bathing, Rhyl cannot be beaten.

Staying in Rhyl

Rhyl has many hotels to choose from, ranging from cheap and cheerful two star hotels to the more luxury end of the spectrum. Whatever your budget and requirements, you will find something to suit. There are also numerous guesthouses and B&Bs, as well as self-catering properties.

You can shop 'til you drop in Rhyl. The town centre is pedestrianised, with every big brand name store you could wish for as well as an outdoor market every Thursday and Saturday. If the weather lets you down, there is an indoor shopping centre too.

Eating Out in Rhyl

Rhyl caters for everyone's tastes, with small cafes, fine dining in hotel restaurants and pub grub galore. Home-grown Welsh produce features strongly, but there is also international cuisine, with a number of takeaway options if you are self-catering — fish and chips are a must for every seaside holiday.

For the less adventurous, all the usual fast food outlets can be found, but for something a little different, why not enjoy oysters on the seafront?

Rhyl Attractions

If you tyre of building sandcastles or paddling, Rhyl has enough on offer to guarantee that you will never have a dull moment. You could start with a stroll along the prom a ride on a beach donkey or simply gaze in awe at the bascule bridge across Rhyl Harbour.

Rhyl Marine Lake offers sailing, canoeing, waterskiing and wakeboarding. The lake itself is skirted by a miniature railway, which has delighted tourists since 1911.

The Drift Park has fun water features, mini golf, a casino and open-air theatre, or there is the SeaQuarium for a scuba experience without getting wet!

Enjoy a bike ride along National Cycle Route 5, or how about a spot of sea angling, horse-riding, or a round of golf at Rhyl Golf Course?

Natural Beauty Around Rhyl

Venture inland and you can discover the tranquillity of green spaces like Brickfield Pond and Rhuddlan Nature Reserve, both homes to a variety of waterbirds. Glan Morfa is a trail loved by birdwatchers and walkers alike, following the estuary through woodland and alongside mudflats.

Rhyl - Whatever the Season

In the summer months, Rhyl is a popular holiday resort, particularly catering for families. However, out of season, the town still has plenty to offer with all the attractions and the benefit of fewer tourists. Enjoy, above all, a bracing walk along the promenade to clear away the cobwebs.

Maldron Hotel Liverpool City
Maldron Hotel Liverpool City
4 out of 5
2 Park Lane, Liverpool, England
The price is ₹7,641 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹7,641
₹9,448 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Royal Albert ...
9/10 Wonderful! (501 reviews)
Family stay
"Good location for a few days in Liverpool with the family. Very friendly staff, comfy room and good breakfast."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Maldron Hotel Liverpool City
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
4 out of 5
Stanley Dock, Regent Road, Liverpool, England
The price is ₹9,307 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹9,307
₹11,447 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,753 reviews)
Disappointing
"The hotel was excellent and so was the restaurant. However, we were extremely disappointed at the cost of a swim. We had envisaged making use of the pool morning and evening on both days. An additional cost of £80 to do this seeed exorbitant. Especially as other hotels we have stayed in are included. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Britannia Adelphi Hotel
Britannia Adelphi Hotel
3 out of 5
Ranelagh Place, Liverpool, England
The price is ₹5,016 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹5,016
₹6,298 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
6.8/10 (2,103 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Britannia Adelphi Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
2 bed Caravan in Rhyl , dog Friendly, With Wifi
2 bed Caravan in Rhyl , dog Friendly, With Wifi
3 out of 5
Rhyl, Wales
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Rhyl. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Rhyl Golf Club and Prestatyn Beach are located nearby.
2 bed Caravan in Rhyl , dog Friendly, With Wifi
3 Bed Caravan Rob in Rhyl
3 Bed Caravan Rob in Rhyl
3 out of 5
Rhyl, Wales
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Rhyl. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Rhyl Golf Club and Prestatyn Beach are located ...
3 Bed Caravan Rob in Rhyl
3 Bedroom, pet Free, Static Caravan in Prestatyn
3 Bedroom, pet Free, Static Caravan in Prestatyn
3 out of 5
Rhyl, Wales
Stay at this 3-star chalet in Rhyl. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Rhyl Golf Club and Prestatyn Beach are located nearby.
3 Bedroom, pet Free, Static Caravan in Prestatyn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Rhyl

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Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Getting a facelift should be great once completed but we have been coming for years

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Typical uk seaside resort

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Town a little run down

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We love rhyl and every thing about the area the only thing I'd say is when the tide goes out and people follow it out be aware of it coming back in behind you. You will get stuck thank god for life guards/boats

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Will & Wayne are great hosts, always up for a laugh. No hesitation in recommending a stay here.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely little weekend break enough pubs and places to eat all around you with easy walking distance without the hustle bustle and noise .great location for us

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