Pontypridd Travel Guide

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Public Library Building, Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan, South Wales, United Kingdom, Europe
Public Library Building, Pontypridd, Mid Glamorgan, South Wales, United Kingdom, Europe
River taff flowing through pontypridd town centre in south wales
Railtour at Pontypridd. UK Railtours brought a pair of class 66 locomotives, Nos. 66011 and 66116, in top-and-tail formation, to South Wales on their Valley Legend railtour. The tour visited the Ebbw Vale and Tower Colliery branches, and is seen here passing through Pontypridd on its return from Tower.
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Pontypridd, UK
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Llechwen Hall Hotel

Llechwen Hall Hotel

3 out of 5
Llanfabon Pontypridd Wales
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (685 reviews)
Clean environment Great customer service

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

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Llechwen Hall Hotel
Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4 out of 5
Trehafod Pontypridd Wales
The price is 2.470.419 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
2.470.419 ₫
2.964.503 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (802 reviews)
Location was great to visit the Niece who is studying nearby and to head into Cardiff for the rugby. Public transport is well placed - a bus stop nearby took us into Pontypridd for parkrun and also the Trehafod train station for getting to Cardiff. We are at the restaurant and the food was delicious ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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! (3,013 reviews)
The staff were very helpful. The room was clean and well kept. Unfortunately there was no parking at the hotel.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews)
Nice space. Easy checkin. Good walking around location.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
Quay Apartments Clarence House
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
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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
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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

Reviews of Pontypridd

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3/5 - Okay

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Went there with my daughters football team to play a couple of games over the weekend. Received a warm welcome from everyone.

1/5 - Terrible

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Absolute shit hole

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Enjoyed my short stay and would definitely stay again