Pontcanna 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 lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable 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 Pontcanna

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 Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (266 reviews)
Spires 2 Bed Apartment in Cardiff.
"Easy hassle-free access to building in a great area ( just past Cardiff Castle near Sophie Gardens nearby). The 2 bed apartment ( with en-suites) was very clean with good decor. Very comfortable beds. Good sized rooms. We had a very quiet and chilled stay. Kitchen/community room was very well equipped. ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Lincoln House Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel

3 out of 5
118-120, Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 3.222.427 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
3.222.427 ₫
3.866.912 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
"Beautiful late victorian property well decorated private secure parking locked overnight 3/4 minutes walk to 2/3 pub/ restaurants great value very helpful staff Everything a hotel should be but rarely are will be staying again"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Lincoln House Hotel
Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna Inn

3.5 out of 5
36 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 2.067.524 ₫ per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
2.067.524 ₫
2.481.029 ₫ total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star inn in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"The whole package! Great vibe and lovely room , was quiet when I wanted quiet and fun otherwise. Solid food and drink with patio options and fantastic location. I wish them all the best!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Pontcanna Inn
Elgano Hotel

Elgano Hotel

3.5 out of 5
58 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is 2.320.453 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
2.320.453 ₫
2.784.544 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (165 reviews)
"The Inn is quaint, clean and the restaurant downstairs is a nice bonus. Parking was a challenge. It's a busy area and nearby street parking was not available. Pay parking is a 7 minute walk away and costs 25£ for overnight. Something to keep in mind if you are driving."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Elgano Hotel
3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

3 out of 5
189 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
"Great stuff. Clean and very good considering the price."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

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3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
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! (2,539 reviews)
Could be amazing - few niggles
"Lovely hotel, a little faded and no longer as luxurious as it clearly once was. Sadly the bed was far too soft for me, so i lay on the divet on the floor. Had to prop a window open to getvsome air in. Very good breakfast. Slightly overenthusiadtic staff cleared my plate before i finished my laet ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Pontcanna

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Riverside

4/5(59 area reviews)

You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

Riverside
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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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Cathays

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a city and modern architecture

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(888 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Cardiff City Centre
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Roath

4/5(10 area reviews)

Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath

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