Wales’ Best Beach Bars and Coastal Hangouts

There is nothing quite like the feeling of sand between your toes and a cold drink in your hand. While Wales is famous for its mountains, its coastline is home to some of the most spectacular beach bars in the world.

North Wales & Anglesey

• Tŷ Coch Inn, Porthdinllaen: Often voted one of the best beach bars in the world. You have to walk across the sand or a golf course to get here, making that first sip of cold ale on the sea wall feel truly earned.
• The Oyster Catcher, Rhosneigr: A stunning, modern building set right in the dunes. Its huge glass terrace is the best place on Anglesey to watch kitesurfers while enjoying wood-fired pizza.
• Aqua Beach Bar, Llanbedrog: Located right on the beach next to the famous colorful beach huts. It has a chic, Mediterranean vibe and offers incredible views across to the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia).

Mid Wales & Cardigan Bay

• The Penhelig Arms, Aberdyfi: This historic inn sits right on the water’s edge in the charming village of Aberdyfi. Its “Fisherman’s Bar” is legendary, and you can enjoy a drink outside while watching the colorful boats bobbing in the estuary.
• The Beach Hut, Llangrannog: A vibrant, friendly spot where you can grab a local craft beer and watch the sunset behind the iconic ‘Carreg Bica’ rock. It’s also a prime spot for dolphin watching!
• The Ship Inn, Tresaith: Famous for its heated terrace that overlooks the beach. It’s unique because it sits right next to a waterfall that cascades directly onto the sand.
• The Bluebell Bistro, New Quay: Perched right above the harbour, this is the place to be for a relaxed drink while looking out over the bay where the local bottlenose dolphins are frequently spotted.

Pembrokeshire (The South)

• Salty’s Beach Bar, Tenby: Located right on Tenby’s South Beach, Salty’s feels like a luxury island retreat. It’s the perfect spot to escape the busy town crowds, listen to live music, and look out over Caldey Island with a cocktail in hand.
• The Sloop Inn, Porthgain: A historic 18th-century pub tucked into a tiny harbour. It’s a Pembrokeshire institution where the seafood is caught just a few yards from the front door.
• The Ferry Inn, St Dogmaels: This pub features incredible multi-level jetties that actually sit over the Teifi Estuary. At high tide, you’ll feel like you’re on a boat.
• The Griffin, Dale: A multi-award-winning seafood pub. Its rooftop terrace offers some of the best sunset views in the county, and the atmosphere is always buzzing with sailors and walkers.
• The Old Point House, Angle: Known as the “Smugglers’ Inn,” this ancient pub is hidden at the end of a long winding road. It’s incredibly atmospheric and features a great outdoor area right on the water.

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