Fairwater Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
Principality Stadium
Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 lively bars.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Cardiff during your trip to Cardiff. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Fairwater
The Parkgate Hotel
Hotel was great . Got caught out with the extra charge to use the spa as we thought it was included
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
Excellent check in and stay
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Angel Hotel
Great location. Hotel needs updating
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Front desk staff were horrible at check in, The asked them where the ice machine was, they told me on the first floor, went there could not find it, they insisted it was there. Asked a different staff member the next morning and was told the ice machine was broken and removed a few days before
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Coal Exchange Hotel
No towels in the room. Shower had one temp.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairwater
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Canton
Travellers like the parks in Canton, and Cardiff City Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
Riverside
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.
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.
