This outdoor activities centre in an attractive rural area was originally built as an Inn around 1800 by Lord Penrhyn on his new turnpike road and added to in stages. From 1808 the Shrewsbury to Holyhead mail-coach ran via Capel Curig, thereby increasing the inn's popularity and it was re-named the Royal Hotel about 1870. The raised bar over looks two lakes Llynnau Mymbyr with spectacular views of Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon in the distance. The furnishing is basic but modern with wooden floors and wooden tables and chairs. There is a good selection of hearty and reasonably priced meals and the outdoor drinking is the best way to enjoy the views. The three handpumps dispense local beers.