South Glamorgan

Travel Guide

Bute Park featuring a garden, a castle and heritage architecture
South Glamorgan
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and château or palace
Llandaff Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious aspects and heritage elements
Cardiff Castle which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and landscape views

Where to stay in South Glamorgan

Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Cardiff City Centre

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Discover the bustling shopping scene in the sixth most successful UK destination, featuring Queen Street, St. Mary's Street, and the Hayes. Explore Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, and the National Museum, while enjoying dining options at Mill Lane cafe quarter.

Cardiff City Centre
Cardiff which includes a city, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture

Castle Quarter

4/5(5 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Castle Quarter. Make a stop by Principality Stadium or St. David's Hall while you're exploring the area.

Castle Quarter
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Butetown

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

The ample dining options and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

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Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Grangetown
Poncanna Fields, Cardiff.

Pontcanna

5/5(4 area reviews)

Tree-lined streets and large houses define this affluent Cardiff district, boasting cafes and independent retailers on Pontcanna Street and Cathedral Road. Enjoy Sophia Gardens, Pontcanna Fields, and the nearby SWALEC Stadium for cricket enthusiasts.

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Cathays

5/5(1 area review)

Cathays is well-liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

Cathays
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $81 per night from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28
CA $81
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,305 reviews)
One night stay
"One night stay. As advertised 3 star. Arrived early and room was available. Very friendly check in. Large room. Clean but dated. Comfy bed and pillows. Lots of storage even found items in drawer from previous guests. Echo friendly hotel. Bathroom old but clean. Carpets in corridors stained and woodwork ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2025

The Angel Hotel
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is CA $77 per night from Apr. 21 to Apr. 22
CA $77
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
Excellent hotel
"The visit was great as usual everything was excellent, i have never had any complaints with this hotel in12 visits"

Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2025

Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is CA $159 per night from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7
CA $159
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,667 reviews)
"I had a great stay at The Parkgate Hotel! The property itself was really cool (the architecture, general vibe, etc.) and the continental breakfast was delicious. My room was clean and comfortable, with nice amenities. In addition, the surrounding area was really convenient for sightseeing and walking ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay for two nights when visiting Cardiff to watch the rugby with family. We had two apartments; they were brilliantly located, extremely functional and clean - which is exactly what we needed them to be. Luxury apartments they are not - and the price was very high because ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Central Studios
Central Studios
3 out of 5
7 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and Netflix. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"Quite small but has all that's needed for a short stay. Clean, modern and well-kept. Easy check-in. Located a stone throw's away from the city center but very quiet at night."

Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2025

Central Studios
SACO Cardiff – Cathedral Road
SACO Cardiff – Cathedral Road
4 out of 5
The Garden Office, 76 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
"Huge apartment I was very impressed more than enough space. I was extremely tired and jet-lagged. And thankfully, the gentleman working at the property brought my bag up for me and let me in a little bit early so I could sleep! Parking is just behind the building on site, which was so convenient ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2025

SACO Cardiff – Cathedral Road
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium which includes modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4/5(4 reviews)

Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff Bay

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(29 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

Cardiff Castle
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

4/5(1 review)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.

Cardiff University
Wales Millennium Centre featuring street scenes, signage and modern architecture

Wales Millennium Centre

5/5(4 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Cities near South Glamorgan

Cardiff featuring a city, night scenes and street scenes

Cardiff

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Porthcawl

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Penarth

Caerphilly

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