Abercynon

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River Taff between two bridges, Abercynon. Looking downstream from this bridge towards a newer bridge.
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Dismantled railway climbs Craig Evan-Leyshon The path of a dismantled railway leaves the Taff Trail and ascends to avoid the road below.
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Mountain Road
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River Taff downstream from a bridge near Abercynon railway station. The Taff flows away from this bridge.
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Disused cantilevered mine railway/conveyor. This structure hangs over the river Taff and may have been a railway or conveyor belt
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The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,051 reviews)
Internet was great clean room comfy bed and sofa

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

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The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ₩172,193 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
₩172,193
₩206,632 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,771 reviews)
Great stay, easily accessed from Cardiff Central station. Friendly welcome on arrival, comfortable room and excellent breakfast the following morning.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is ₩117,526 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩117,526
₩141,031 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,593 reviews)
Don’t be put off by the building work going on around the bay. This hotel is a fab base for city and bay exploring . Free parking . Staff couldn’t have been any more helpful . Spacious and clean rooms

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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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 WiFi, meeting facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (62 reviews)
Great location, quick response from helpline, easy entry and exit.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
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 WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
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