Llangollen is a small Welsh market town that offers a wide range of activities for practically everyone. Its bustling commercial center has plenty of shops and restaurants. Historical sites such as Valle Crucis Abbey and Castell Dinas Bran are spread throughout the town. Further, its location makes it a highly accessible tourist destination. Llangollen is also famous for its verdant rolling hills and the charming River Dee that flows through it. While the surrounding landscape is a haven for campers, some take it up a few notches by staying in fancy yurts. If you are planning to try out upscale camping yourself, check out this list of the top yurts near Llangollen, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Cozy yurt in the woods (from USD 181)
This green yurt in the middle of a forest is a self-contained habitat. It comes complete with plenty of bedding, a wood-burning fireplace, and a small pantry. There’s also a grill and a fire pit just outside. Located in the woods of Nannerch 22 miles (35.4 kilometers) north of Llangollen, the yurt lies close to various traditional pubs and a popular Indian restaurant. It is also just a 10-minute drive away from the town of Mold.
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stunning views and beautiful sunsets cooking facilities are pretty basic but great for bbqsthe bathroom in the shipping container is greatthe beds were very comfortable and the local indian is excellentthe location is beautiful with amazing views and the accommodation has appropriate thoughtfully arranged facilitiesCleanliness:
the bathroom was clean with plenty of hooks for towels (provided)the kitchen and bathroom areas are extremely clean and had everything we neededthe yurts are well equipped and cleanthe yurts were very clean & the host sally is very helpful and responds very quicklyHost:
the owner is very helpfulhost was wonderful and quick to respondsally is an excellent host who really made sure we were happy with everythingthe hosts were very welcoming and provided everything we needed and moresally was a great host and was always available for questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location for a relaxing breakbeautiful location feels very isolated and peacefulvery idyllic location fantastic extremely cosy yurtsfantastic location fabulous yurt wonderful experiencegreat location great way to spend the weekend with friends
2. Fordhall Organic Farm Yurts (from USD 105)
These two interconnected yurts sit on a beautiful wooden platform with outdoor dining furniture. Both are insulated with wool and are well-furnished. One yurt serves as the bedroom while the other houses the living facilities. Fresh linen as well as essential toiletries are provided for guests’ convenience. This charming glamping venue is located in Tern Hill, which is about a 60-minute ride away from Llangollen.
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the food at arthur’s kitchen is really good and the farm shop is well stockedwe had a delicious breakfast at arthur’s kitchen everyone was friendly and helpfulHost:
lovely spot amazing staff and foodcharlotte is a wonderful welcoming and very thorough hostthe staff are incredibly helpful and did their best to make the stay as enjoyable as possibleinstructions were super helpful and local guides for the area were greatall in all a fantastic eco friendly and original holiday experienceRead more reviewsLocation:
the yurts are pretty iconic and situated in idyllic locationthe yurt is in such a lovely location you feel so removed from the hustle and bustle of lifeloved the little walk through the field and all the little details that were in the yurtgreat place to stay we really enjoyed our adventureenjoyed our stay brilliant place amazing shop and servicexkids loved it would recommend x
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3. Yurt Rhiannon (from USD 130)
The interiors of Yurt Rhiannon are designed closely after traditional Mongolian yurts but it is weatherproofed with larch cladding and sturdy tin roofing. Perhaps, the only thing that sticks out is the kitchenette with a gas stove. Its outdoor facilities include a picnic table, a fire pit, and a large wood-fired hot tub with amazing views of the mountains of Snowdonia. The yurt is located in Llanddoged about 37 miles (60 kilometers) from Llangollen.
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the amenities were also fab with a well equipped bathroom and a kitchen spacegreat wood heater inside and plenty of tea lights to keep the lightCleanliness:
our private bathroom was lovely and very cleanthe yurts are excellent and very cleanthe yurt was super clean and the bathroom and kitchen were sparklingthe scenery is wonderful and the facilities are great and very clean has pretty much everything you could needHost:
beautiful space with great hostsjo was a lovely host and the yurt was splendid it had everything we needed for the weekendand jo and dylan were fantastic hostsjo was a superb host our whole experience was enjoyable and stress freethey are very affable and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
close to the mountains and other areas of interest to visitgreat location and very quirkythis is an awesome stay action locationwe would highly recommend this locationvery relaxing getaway in a very nice location
4. Crazy Pheasant (from USD 168)
This glamping rental is an authentic Mongolian yurt amidst the rolling hills of North Wales. It features rather modern furniture as well as a telescope that lets you better appreciate the area’s bright night skies. Outside, guests get exclusive use of a wood-fired hot tub, barbecue equipment, and a cabin with a walk-in rain shower. Electricity is unavailable in line with the property’s digital detox theme but you may charge your phone using the solar charger.
Crazy Pheasant is located near Trueddyn and is about a 28-minute drive away from Llangollen. The nearest market town is Mold, which is a 10-minute ride from the yurt.
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the bathroom hut is beautiful and we left feeling calm rested and revitalised after our stayCleanliness:
really clean and welcomingHost:
such a friendly hostwe can not speak highly of our hosts from the providing local information to a warm smilemichael was a great host from start to finishmicheal is a very accommodating host making sure we had everything we neededmichael was an amazing host and the place and surroundings were splendidRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing weekend away at a stunning locationthe location is excellent and lovely surrounding areamichael was very helpful in making recommendations of places to gothe location is so peaceful and beautiful great local hikes dreamy hot tubbeautiful location and gorgeous yurt
5. Gorgeous yurt with amazing views (from USD 82)
This yurt is located about 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Llangollen high up in the Berwyn range amidst woods. Its reinforced interiors are richly decorated with elaborate rugs and the floor and the walls are insulated to keep the place warm even in winter. The tent sits next to a cabin with a full kitchen, dining room, and bath, and the grounds come with a fire pit and barbecue facilities.
The yurt is located near Snowdonia National Park. Dee Valley AONB is also just a walk away and provides guests splendid river views and plenty of opportunities for boating and fishing.
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kitchen amenities had everything you need and the other facilities were excellent tookitchen area has a full gas hob/oven/grill/toaster all you need to cook a good mealinspiring to see how comfortable off the grid living can becosy yurt that warmed up in no time so impressed with the fully equipped kitchen and bathroomthe hammocks were amazing and extra facilities just perfectCleanliness:
everything was spotlessly clean on our arrivaleverything was very clean and easy to findthe whole place was clean and beautiful and look forward to doing it againkitchen and bathroom facilities we’re spot on and very cleanHost:
hosts were friendly and answered any questions we had quicklythe yurt was lovely shayne and nathan are great hostslovely host nathan made us feel most welcomenathan was a great host and provided excellent walking suggestionsshayne and nathan are friendly and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location shayne recommended a fantastic walk which we lovedand a beautiful locationamazing yurts and location everything you need is availablebeautiful yurt in a beautiful locationexcellent location to get isolated and enjoy the nature
6. Yurt Bronwyn (from USD 111)
Yurt Bronwyn is a wooden cottage and Mongolian yurt rolled into one. Its wooden frame houses ample modern furnishings and is accentuated with bright rugs. Here, guests can enjoy modern amenities such as WiFi. A shared camp kitchen and a bathroom are present outside the yurt. Breakfast is available daily, and the farm location allows for opportunities to interact with resident animals, including cats, dogs, and horses.
The yurt is located near Oswestry and can be reached from Llangollen after about a 30-minute drive. Oswestry is one of the oldest market towns in the UK and is famous for its many traditional pubs.
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7. Traditional Mongolian yurt by a river
Situated about a 60-minute drive away from Llangollen, this authentic Mongolian yurt in Abergele features a traditionally painted door and interiors along with nomad-style furniture. A fully equipped camp kitchen is available in a shed just outside the tent and it comes with a breakfast bar and a bath. Guests can also freely use the grilling equipment at the fire pit. The yurt lies close to lush woodland and a river with a shallow waterfall pool.
Abergele, Conwy, United KingdomAccommodates: 5
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everything was so clean and comfortableloved the outside fire/btw; cosy comfy clean and well maintained insideHost:
victoria was a lovely hostvictoria is the perfect hostvictoria was a wonderful host from beginning to endvictoria is a perfect hostvictoria was an excellent host very communicative and the place was well equipped and and very comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
location was beautiful toounique and fab great location idyllic in factyou will be amazed by this fantastic location and facilitiesgreat place for a family to relax
8. Big yurt with a bathtub
This big yurt is located in a secluded field in Flintshire about a 30-minute drive away from Llangollen. With a 7-meter (23-foot) diameter, this traditional Mongolian yurt sports neat and minimalistic interiors. It is situated in the middle of a farm and you will have exclusive access to a private bathroom and utility room nearby.
Electricity is not provided in the yurt and lighting is minimal so you need to bring a torch as well as a power bank to charge your gadgets.
Accommodates: 5
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the bathroom was cleaned regularly and the hot shower most welcome
9. The Secret Yurts - Oak Yurt
Oak Yurt is one of the 3 luxe rentals at The Secret Yurts in Powys, which is about a 50-minute ride away from Llangollen. It is a bespoke tent featuring a king-size bed and a fireplace. The deck is equipped with furniture for alfresco dining as well as a wood-fired hot tub. The platform is connected to a walkway that links Oak Yurt with the two other yurts and a cottage that has a sauna and a kitchen.
Welshpool, Wales, United KingdomAccommodates: 2
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personally i'm not a big camping fan so this felt like the perfect combination of nature and comfortthe kitchen was really big and great for making meals to enjoy outside on the deckHost:
the facilities are excellent and the hosts were respectful of our privacy but available if we needed anythingthey were welcoming accommodating and always on-hand to helpalso tracey was a great host everything was well attendedtracey & terry were great hosts & the oak yurt was stunningtaxi driver was also very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
such a lovely peaceful locationbeautiful yurts in a beautiful location with everything you need at hand for a relaxing and rejuvenating breakit was a great location and we thoroughly enjoyed visiting the waterfall and lake nearbywell worth a long journey to stay at this gem of a place
10. Minimalist yurt in a rustic setting (from USD 133)
This yurt sits on Treflach Farm, which is about a 30-minute drive away from Llangollen. This large yurt has a 5-meter (16.4-feet) diameter and contains only the bed and other necessary furniture. Most of the facilities are outdoors. The dining furniture sits on a wooden platform, while a kitchenette with running water is available on the gravel patio.
You can access the rest of Treflach Farm where you can interact with the lovely animals. Meanwhile, you can easily get to local attractions such as The Leyland Arms and the border area of North Wales.
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all covid clean and tidyRead more reviewsHost:
definately explore the farm and the owners were more than happy to answer our questionsall the staff on the farm were unbelievably welcoming and made us feel right at home straight awayian is a fantastic host well worth a visitwe were allowed to explore the farm and any workers we came across were all friendly and welcomingi’ll start with our incredible hosts - ian and steph were welcoming friendly and couldn’t do enough for us
Explore Wales from a welcoming yurt
Glamping is a fun way to detach yourself from the hustle and bustle of modern life. The areas surrounding Llangollen are perhaps some of the best sites in the UK and these yurts add uniqueness to your glamping trip. Choose one from the list above for a memorable experience.
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