Aberdare Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sheep in the evening sun near Treorchy, overlooking the Ogmore Valley in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Mid Glamorgan, Wales, UK
A sheep in the evening sun near Treorchy, overlooking the Ogmore Valley in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Mid Glamorgan, Wales, UK
A Scenic View From Aberdare Park, South Wales Valleys
Gorsedd Stone Circle in Aberdare Park

Where to stay in Aberdare

Descent to Cwmdare A reasonably clear moorland track heads east along the flat eastern flank of Mynydd Cefn-y-gyngon, heading for Cwmdare.

Pen-y-Waun

When in Pen-y-Waun, you can plan a visit to Dare Valley Country Park and Aberdare Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pen-y-Waun
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,004 reviews)
Very welcoming staff, ideal location.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Angel Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.100.202 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
2.100.202 ₫
2.520.243 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,215 reviews)
Excellent location. Clean and comfortable room. Heating/air-con system worked great. Breakfast was great and set in a relaxing environment and my Coeliac wife was well catered for.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.333.558 ₫ per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
2.333.558 ₫
2.800.270 ₫ total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Staff as always are brilliant. Room was clean and tidy but was not ‘refreshed’ despite us leaving a tag on the door. The price of the room was astronomic because of the rugby .. seem unfair to hike prices in match days . Also £59 for a bottle of rose and two jamesons made me wince …

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Meillion

Meillion

3 out of 5
11 Rhigos Road Hirwaun Aberdare Wales
Stay at this golf cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Penderyn Distillery and Zip World Tower are located ...
Meillion
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
Quay Apartments Clarence House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Aberdare

3.7
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 55%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 36%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Quiet town.

3/5 - Okay

Wendy

Not a bad little town .

3/5 - Okay

mohammad

Great village with oustanding nature

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