Cyncoed Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Roath Park
After visiting Roath Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Cyncoed
The Parkgate Hotel
Lovely reception staff, friendly, helpful, asked questions to then recommend things to me proactively-the people do make the difference & they’re doing it right here! Room was very nice-soft bedding & very comfortable bed, great shower, nice looking bath if I’d been staying longer. A few errant hairs ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
We came away for a long week to Cardiff, and would not hesitate to stop at the same hotel again. Rooms were clean and spacious, beds were comfy, staff were really friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very nice, and the hotel was in a great location, just a 5 minute walk from the castle, and also Queens ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Angel Hotel
Love this hotel, close to everything. Train station is close by, room is clean, the front desk staff very nice and helpful. Had a great time.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Although the early check in was appreciated, for some reason we were given an adapted room. As it was in a quiet area of the hotel we accepted it. I took a shower after checking in but the shower was blocked and flooded the whole bathroom. At 5pm I was told there were no maintenance staff on duty ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
We have had some lovely stays at this hotel, however, not so great on this occasion. The room was comfortable and the staff helpful. We had a problem with the air conditioning not working and the concierge did try to get it fixed but was unsuccessful so provided us with a floor standing fan which ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cyncoed
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre 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 Caerphilly Mountain.
Whitchurch
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.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Cardiff Golf Club while you're in the area.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
