Darran Valley Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Stay near popular Darran Valley attractions

Parc Cwm Darran

Explore the great outdoors at Parc Cwm Darran, a lovely green space in Bargoed.
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Top hotels in Darran Valley

Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is 3.719.976 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.719.976 ₫
4.463.971 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,433 reviews)
"Really nice and friendly"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is 1.580.989 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
1.580.989 ₫
1.897.186 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,378 reviews)
"Rooms needs air-conditioning in hot weather, the hotel did put electric fans in the bedrooms, but that made no difference to the bedrooms as the windows were old with it being a listed building they were in bad condition the outside of the hotel also needs a facelift from the outside it looks a really ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is 3.188.551 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
3.188.551 ₫
3.826.261 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
The Parkgate Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is 1.935.273 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
1.935.273 ₫
2.322.328 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,672 reviews)
"Apart from the que at cheque in Athens experience was good. I would stay again"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
St Mary Street Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.007.606 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
2.007.606 ₫
2.409.127 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"But tired and dirty compared to other Clayton properties"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is 2.096.177 ₫ per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
2.096.177 ₫
2.515.412 ₫ total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"Good Overall The staff were all very r helpful. The play area for kids was a great surprise. Dinner at the hotel restaurant was much better then I thought so good surprise again. The only downside is that the changing rooms for the fitness centre definitely needs some TLC. (Broken shower (as in the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
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Where to stay in Darran Valley

Find the best Darran Valley areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

An ornate ceiling with intricate patterns and two stained glass windows.
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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.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

A river with a boat, a bridge, and modern buildings.
Photo by Gareth James
Open Photo by Gareth James

Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

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Pontcanna

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

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