Pontcanna Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Sophia Gardens
After visiting Sophia Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Principality Stadium
Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.
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 Castle
You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its local tours.
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.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Cardiff during your trip to Cardiff. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Top hotels in Pontcanna
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Great location, good value for money, modern and clean. Only issue is the parking, expensive and a bit of a headache but got by
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Lincoln House Hotel
Near to the city and you can walk via the Park, which gives access to different parts of city
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Angel Hotel
Excellent location, lovely and clean with friendly staff. Hotel does need modernisation
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
Ideal central location although no city view, despite booked. Room very clean and plenty of room. Comfortable beds. Dressing gowns handy in bathroom. Great selection of teas and coffee provided 😊. Breakfast service and selection of food excellent.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Exactly stay
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
First time I’ve never really been impressed with the staff. On arrival they didn’t even acknowledge our presence - both tapping away on their computers - until one finally acknowledged us and said the other one would check us in. After another while, she finally just said “surname”!! No smile, no ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pontcanna
Riverside
You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Cardiff Arms Park and Principality Stadium are just a few notable stops.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cathays
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 National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
