Nelson Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

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

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Barry Island Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Barry. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its churches.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements

Cardiff Castle

You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

Cardiff Castle
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Enjoy the student vibe at Cardiff University during your stay in Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

Wales Millennium Centre

Enjoy a show at Wales Millennium Centre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

Wales Millennium Centre

Top hotels in Nelson

Llechwen Hall Hotel

Llechwen Hall Hotel

3 out of 5
Llanfabon, Pontypridd, Wales
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
Great Stay-Thank you
"Excellent stay in a very nice hotel in quiet country surrounds. Staff were outstanding from reception into the bar and the dining room. Llechwen Hall is now my 'go to' hotel for my frequent business trips to South Wales"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

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Llechwen Hall Hotel
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,549 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and convenient! It was very central to everything (huge plus!). However, it was SO hot. It is an older building so this is to be expected. Overall, it was a pleasant experience."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is 3.154.207 ₫ per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
3.154.207 ₫
3.785.048 ₫ total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,289 reviews)
"Fabulous stay as always"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

4 out of 5
Dominions Arcade Queen Street, Glamorgan, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 2.209.406 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
2.209.406 ₫
2.651.287 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,443 reviews)
"Easy access to the city, quiet hotel and very safe for female travellers"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

4 out of 5
24-26 Newport Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 1.947.723 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
1.947.723 ₫
2.337.268 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel, friendly accommodating staff"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 2.745.329 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
2.745.329 ₫
3.294.395 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,723 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. I paid extra for a deluxe double room, which was lovely overall. However, one downside—never mentioned during booking or at check-in—was that the room didn’t have an external window. Instead, it faced the bar area, so there was no natural light in the room."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Nelson

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Llantrisant

Visitors to Llantrisant enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, The Royal Mint Experience is worth a stop.

Llantrisant
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Rhiwbina

5/5(9 area reviews)

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Principality Stadium while you're in the area.

Rhiwbina
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Whitchurch

4/5(29 area reviews)

Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Whitchurch
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Gabalfa

Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

Gabalfa
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Penylan

Penylan is well liked for its restaurants. 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.

Penylan
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Pontcanna

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

Pontcanna

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