
George III, Penmaenpool
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About George III, Penmaenpool
George III sits on the Mawddach estuary along the A493, with views across the water to the bridge and hills beyond. The hotel combines a restaurant and two bars with rooms for overnight stays, and the menu spans bar food through to a full à la carte selection, alongside a Welsh breakfast for guests. Sunday roasts come with potatoes, veg, and meat, and the bar carries local and well-known IPA and stout options. Seating is split between outdoor spots by the river wall and an indoor snug area, with a terrace also part of the setup. The pub sits along the Mawddach trail footpath, drawing walkers and cyclists off the route. It operates on a walk-in basis, though arriving early or booking ahead is worth doing on busier days given the passing trail traffic.
Good to know
“Casual, family-run hotel on the waterfront with free Welsh breakfast, plus a restaurant and 2 bars.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention estuary views, steak main course, sunday roast and local ipa and stout.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention estuary views, steak main course, sunday roast and local ipa and stout.
Customer Review Summary
The estuary setting by the Mawddach draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly describing views of the bridge, river and hills as the backdrop to their visit. Close behind is the food itself, with diners singling out a steak main cooked to perfection, roast dinners, and a wide-ranging menu from bar snacks to a-la-carte, alongside an IPA and stout selection and local drinks by the water. Staff are described repeatedly as friendly and attentive, including during a two-night stay for a birthday and a five-day visit accommodating elderly parents. One reviewer flags prices as a little high, citing £8 for soft drinks, though calling it understandable given the location. A Sunday evening visit brought a more chaotic experience, with potatoes described as kept warm too long and food arriving out of order compared to later tables. Several suggest booking ahead or arriving early on busy days.
Customer Review Summary
The estuary setting by the Mawddach draws the most consistent praise, with reviewers repeatedly describing views of the bridge, river and hills as the backdrop to their visit. Close behind is the food itself, with diners singling out a steak main cooked to perfection, roast dinners, and a wide-ranging menu from bar snacks to a-la-carte, alongside an IPA and stout selection and local drinks by the water. Staff are described repeatedly as friendly and attentive, including during a two-night stay for a birthday and a five-day visit accommodating elderly parents. One reviewer flags prices as a little high, citing £8 for soft drinks, though calling it understandable given the location. A Sunday evening visit brought a more chaotic experience, with potatoes described as kept warm too long and food arriving out of order compared to later tables. Several suggest booking ahead or arriving early on busy days.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“This is a beautiful location, building and experience. My family has been going for years and I finally had the chance to go again after two years. The location is still absolutely bustling with life and is definitely worth the visit. Even just to grab a drink and sit on the wall to take in the sights, it's worth the trip. Staff were lovely, kind and attentive. Price are a little on the higher side; spent £8 on a lemonade and a J2O, but as long as you're expecting it, I think it's understandable for the location.”
- Google user
“Fantastic pub in an exceptional location. Truly the perfect place to stop for a while and enjoy a pint by the meandering Afon Mawddach. Excellent variety of outdoor and cosy indoor seating areas. Very good food selection, decent drinks options, and reasonably priced. Take a cycle out from Dolgellau or Abermaw along the Mawddach trail and stop for lunch. Watch the cows graze on the water meadows by the old toll bridge. Wonderful.”
- Google user
“We spent five wonderful days at the George. Great location to just watch the world go by. Great walking in the hills. Lovely outing to the seaside. Amazing staff who made my 90year old Mum and Dad and me have the perfect holiday”
- Google user
“This pub has it all, great service, great beer, an amazing menu and a spectacular location. We walked along the estuary to get here and the view of the bridge and the hills over the water is really scenic. Ordered drinks before our food and enjoyed some IPA and stout I hadn't seen before. The food was really really good, well worth the price. And the service was friendly and we enjoyed talking to the staff. Overall this was one of the best pub meal experiences we've had for a while and I would absolutely recommend it. Maybe book a table or arrive early to secure a table on busy days.”
- Google user
“We went late on a Sunday, which I suspect was a mistake, as it felt like it was the end of a long and busy day for the staff. Roasts were average, potatoes that had been cooked and kept warm for hours, OK veg and decent meat to be fair. Service was also a bit chaotic. Three tables that came in after us all got their food before we did even though we'd ordered before them. Shame as it's a fantastic location.”
Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free parking
- Pet-friendly
- Kid-friendly
- Bar
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- Free breakfast
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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- YSGETHIN INN4.51,2726.7 mi away
beer garden by the river, kids play area, pub classics menu
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| George III, PenmaenpoolWheelchair accessible | 4.52,717 | — | estuary views, steak main course, sunday roast |
| YSGETHIN INN | 4.51,272 | 6.7 mi away | beer garden by the river, kids play area, pub classics menu |
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