Photo of Dolau beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Dolau beach with turquoise pure water surface

7.2

Good

Dolau beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Dolau beach?

There are 49 places to stay in the Dolau beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Dolau beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3303929&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Harbourmaster Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2264970&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Llanina Arms</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=36042&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Castle Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7226939&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Llys Bach 2 bedroom apartment at Llys Aeron</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1830806&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Deri'r Cwm</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8675201&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Rusty Boathouse</a></li></ul>

New Quay, United Kingdom

#41 out of 119 in Wales

7.2

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Motor boat rent Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

New Quay • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Bar The Red Lion Inn

9 - Excellent 5.9km

Restaurant The Hive

8.8 - Excellent 7.2km

Restaurant The Summer Grill

9 - Excellent 7.3km

Bar Cadwgan Inn

9.4 - Excellent 7.3km

Restaurant Y Seller

10 - Exceptional 7.3km

Restaurant The New Celtic Restaurant

9 - Excellent 7.3km

Bar Prince of Wales

8.8 - Excellent 7.3km

Restaurant Castle Restaurant And Hotel

7.2 - Good 7.3km

Meal Takeaway Pizza&cafe Milano

7.8 - Very good 7.4km

Park River Aeron

7.3km

Hiking Area Allt y Graig Woodland Trail

7.4km

Park Sgwar Alban

7.4km

Hiking Area Craig-y-Don

10km

Playground Parc y Fro Play Area

7.3km

Playground Glan y Môr Play Area

7.3km

Playground Square Field Play Area

7.4km

Playground Aberarth Play Area

9.5km

Store Afon Mel Honey Farm & Meadery

3.9km

Convenience Store Costcutter

7.3km

Ice Cream Shop Angelato

9.6 - Exceptional 7.4km

Ice Cream Shop Caffi Patio

9.2 - Excellent 9.7km

Tourist Attraction New Quay Harbour

170m

Tourist Attraction Epic Fishing Trips

9.8 - Exceptional 240m

Tourist Attraction Neuadd Caravan Park

8.6 - Excellent 650m

Tourist Attraction Cei Bach Beach

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Cwm Silio Beach

3.2km

Tourist Attraction The Moody Calf Play Barn

5km

Tourist Attraction Aberaeron harbour

7.3km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Llanerchaeron

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Llangrannog beach

9.8km

Historical Landmark Traeth-gwyn

930m

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About

Dolau beach is located on the Irish Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 15 beaches in the Ceredigion region The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Dolau beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. Daily boat rental service is located nearby.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is New Quay beach, which has a rating of 7.1.

Dolau beach is located in Ceredigion within New Quay, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+18 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

8.6 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

New Quay • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Bar The Red Lion Inn

9 - Excellent 5.9km

Restaurant The Hive

8.8 - Excellent 7.2km

Restaurant The Summer Grill

9 - Excellent 7.3km

Bar Cadwgan Inn

9.4 - Excellent 7.3km

Restaurant Y Seller

10 - Exceptional 7.3km

Restaurant The New Celtic Restaurant

9 - Excellent 7.3km

Bar Prince of Wales

8.8 - Excellent 7.3km

Restaurant Castle Restaurant And Hotel

7.2 - Good 7.3km

Meal Takeaway Pizza&cafe Milano

7.8 - Very good 7.4km

Park River Aeron

7.3km

Hiking Area Allt y Graig Woodland Trail

7.4km

Park Sgwar Alban

7.4km

Hiking Area Craig-y-Don

10km

Playground Parc y Fro Play Area

7.3km

Playground Glan y Môr Play Area

7.3km

Playground Square Field Play Area

7.4km

Playground Aberarth Play Area

9.5km

Store Afon Mel Honey Farm & Meadery

3.9km

Convenience Store Costcutter

7.3km

Ice Cream Shop Angelato

9.6 - Exceptional 7.4km

Ice Cream Shop Caffi Patio

9.2 - Excellent 9.7km

Tourist Attraction New Quay Harbour

170m

Tourist Attraction Epic Fishing Trips

9.8 - Exceptional 240m

Tourist Attraction Neuadd Caravan Park

8.6 - Excellent 650m

Tourist Attraction Cei Bach Beach

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Cwm Silio Beach

3.2km

Tourist Attraction The Moody Calf Play Barn

5km

Tourist Attraction Aberaeron harbour

7.3km

Tourist Attraction National Trust - Llanerchaeron

8.9km

Tourist Attraction Llangrannog beach

9.8km

Historical Landmark Traeth-gwyn

930m

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.4km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Summat Else B & B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 1.3km from center

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4.2km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Llanina Arms

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 4.1km from center

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5.1km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Rusty Boathouse

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 5.1km from center

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7.2km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Parc Farm B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 7.2km from center

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7.2km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Harbourmaster Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 7.4km from center

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Llys Bach 2 bedroom apartment at Llys Aeron

7.2km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Llys Bach 2 bedroom apartment at Llys Aeron

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 7.4km from center

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7.4km from the beach

7.3 Good

Castle Hotel

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 7.6km from center

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7.5km from the beach

7.4 Good

Feathers Royal Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 7.7km from center

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7.8km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Celaeron Glamping

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 7.9km from center

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9.5km from the beach

Deri'r Cwm

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 9.4km from center

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13.8km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

The Green Door Vegan B&B

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 14km from center

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14km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Ship Inn

Inn

Located at nearest locality

New Quay • 13.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

250m 3 min walk

New Quay beach New Quay beach

7.1 Good

2.5km

Cei Bach beach Cei Bach beach

7.1 Good

4.2km

Nanternis beach Nanternis beach

6 Pleasant

Popular beach 7.4km

Aberaeron Beach Aberaeron Beach

6.7 Good

Popular beach 11.1km

Llangrannog Beach Llangrannog Beach

7.4 Good

Popular beach 12.4km

Penbryn beach Penbryn beach

8.1 Very good

Popular beach 14km

Tresaith beach Tresaith beach

7.6 Very good

15.6km

Aberporth beach Aberporth beach

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

New Quay • 290m

Transport

Airport

HAW • 59.3km

Bus Station

Quay West Holiday Park • 1.4km

Train Station

Aberystwyth • 28.9km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Renzo KX

10 Exceptional

This beach is quite lovely, with cliffs on one side and a large pier on the other. It's not the best place to spread out a beach towel and relax, though, since the sand is a bit rocky. Dogs are welcome here. There's a rumor going around that on rare occasions, when the tide is high and the weather is cold enough to create frost on the rocks, a massive dolphin that's as big as a car might be spotted. Only a lucky few have witnessed it, however.

March 2023

Ethan Lewis

10 Exceptional

This beach is definitely one of my go-to spots for a day trip. It's conveniently located near shops, so grabbing some fish and chips is a breeze. While there isn't a ton of activities to do, it's the perfect place to unwind and take a leisurely stroll. I'd give it a solid 10/10.

March 2023

K Raye

10 Exceptional

This beach may be small, but it is undeniably beautiful with its golden sand and rocky surroundings. If you visit at the right time of year, you might even catch a glimpse of some dolphins.

March 2023

Zayd Abidi

10 Exceptional

The beach is great and well-maintained. There's a food shop conveniently located nearby, and you can rent boats as well. Most caravan parks are also situated close to the beach, making it a perfect spot for families. I had a lot of fun and even purchased a reasonably priced inflatable dinghy. Compared to other beaches, this one was much more affordable, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time here.

March 2023

Darianne S

10 Exceptional

The beach is small but lovely, and it's kept clean. There's also a good chance of spotting dolphins. Additionally, the beach boasts golden sand that adds to its charm.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Dolau beach?

The coastline of Dolau beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Dolau beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Dolau beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Dolau beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Dolau beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Dolau beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Dolau beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Dolau beach?

Dolau beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Dolau beach?

The bar is located right on the Dolau beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Dolau beach?

There are 49 places to stay in the Dolau beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Dolau beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Dolau beach from parking?

The Dolau beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Dolau beach?

There are 4 attractions near Dolau beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are New Quay Harbour located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Dolau beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Dolau beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Dolau beach (Ceredigion) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Dolau beach (Ceredigion) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.