Pontnewydd Travel Guide

Cardiff

Cwmbran station. View northward, towards Pontypool Road, Abergavenny, Hereford etc.: ex-GWR Newport - Hereford - Shrewsbury main line. This is a new station, opened 12/5/86, on the main line, replacing earlier Cwmbran station on the Blaenavon branch closed 30/4/62.
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Cwmbran station. View northward, towards Pontypool Road, Abergavenny, Hereford etc.: ex-GWR Newport - Hereford - Shrewsbury main line. This is a new station, opened 12/5/86, on the main line, replacing earlier Cwmbran station on the Blaenavon branch closed 30/4/62.
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Holy Trinity Church, Pontnewydd, Cwmbran. Located in the SW corner of a large churchyard, The Church in Wales church is set back about 150 metres from Mount Pleasant Road. Built in 1860, the church was Grade II listed in 2000.
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Llantarnum Grange - and office block The Grange is currently an Arts Centre.
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Disused Lock on Mon & Brec Canal
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 reviews)

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
Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(190 reviews)

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

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

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(251 reviews)

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.

Cardiff Castle
Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK

Barry Island Beach

4/5(76 reviews)

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
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

Utilita Arena Cardiff

4.5/5(59 reviews)

Catch an event at Utilita Arena Cardiff during your trip to Cardiff. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Utilita Arena Cardiff
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Cardiff University

4/5(44 reviews)

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

Top hotels in Pontnewydd

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! (2,973 reviews)
Good value and good location. Hotel decor however is in need of a update

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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The Angel Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West

3.5 out of 5
Gordano Motorway Service Area M5 J19 Bristol England
The price is 1.118.879 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
1.118.879 ₫
1.342.655 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
It's was very good

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Bristol West
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.120.539 ₫ per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
2.120.539 ₫
2.544.646 ₫ total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,204 reviews)
Clean comfortable room. Staff very friendly. Breakfast in Browns was fab too!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is 3.339.849 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
3.339.849 ₫
4.007.818 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,342 reviews)
A great experience

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.503.414 ₫ per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
2.503.414 ₫
3.004.096 ₫ total
12 Feb - 13 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Spotless

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.070.471 ₫ per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
2.070.471 ₫
2.484.565 ₫ total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,577 reviews)
Great staff

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Other neighbourhoods around Pontnewydd

Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!

Caerleon

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.

Caerleon
University Hospital of Wales gardens

Heath

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heath and surrounding area, you can visit Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

Heath
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Penylan

Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penylan
Nice and quiet place to walk and relax in South Wales. #green

Caldicot

You'll enjoy the churches and gardens in Caldicot. You might want to make time for a stop at Caldicot Castle and Country Park or Dewstow Gardens & Hidden Grottoes.

Caldicot
CARDIFF, WALES - AUG 10 : Lighthouse in Roath Park commemorating Captain Scotts ill-fated voyage to the Antartic in Cardiff on august 2019

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
Hollybush Estate Road - Coryton

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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