Aberdare

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Aberdare

Descent to Cwmdare A reasonably clear moorland track heads east along the flat eastern flank of Mynydd Cefn-y-gyngon, heading for Cwmdare.
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Pen-y-Waun

Though Pen-y-Waun might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aberdare Park and Dare Valley Country Park.

Pen-y-Waun
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is ₩89,293 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
₩89,293
₩107,152 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,525 reviews)
Sad but hope!!
"Having last visited 25 years ago in its hey day , it was second to none. 5 star all round. Sorry to see it so sad today. But I hear it’s going to be totally refurbished and extended. If such is the case, we shall be back. The staff were still 5 star, friendly helpful and professional. A top team ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is ₩160,298 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
₩160,298
₩192,358 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,731 reviews)
"Lovely check in by the staff late at night and they were very kind and offered me a chair as they could see I was struggling after competing in an event."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is ₩71,434 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩71,434
₩85,721 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,051 reviews)
Great location
"Stayed here a couple of times as location great. Car parking available at the train station with a few minutes walk. Rooms are very small and compact but compared to a lot of hotels in Cardiff if you can put up with that it is good value for money"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
Just the fit
"Very good location, close enough to town, but in a quiet Away close to lovely park."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Inn Cardiff

Inn Cardiff

3.5 out of 5
17 Lower Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (98 reviews)
10/10 BEST STAY EVER
"we were staying here as we were attending cardiff pride on the Saturday. it was last minute booking for us and omg i could not have been happier. the stay was absolutely perfect. comfiest sleep my family have had in a long time. it was clean, communication was spot on and instructions were clear. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Inn Cardiff
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Newport ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (137 reviews)
"I payed for 2 adults 1 child but when we got into the apartment there was only a double bed and a small sofa not suitable for sleeping"

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

Quay Apartments Clarence House
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Popular places to visit

BikePark Wales

You can take time to visit BikePark Wales during your travels to Troed-y-rhiw. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.

BikePark Wales

Zip World Tower

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Zip World Tower during your trip to Rhigos.

Zip World Tower

Penderyn Distillery

You can take time to visit Penderyn Distillery during your travels to Penderyn. Stroll along the rocky beaches or discover the area's countryside.

Penderyn Distillery

Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall during your travels in Ystradfellte.

Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall

Aberdare Park

Explore the great outdoors at Aberdare Park, a lovely green space in Trecynon. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Aberdare Park

Dare Valley Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dare Valley Country Park, a lovely green space in Aberdare West.

Dare Valley Country Park

Cities near Aberdare

Swansea featuring a sunset, general coastal views and sailing

Swansea

Neath which includes heritage elements, building ruins and a garden

Neath

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Treorchy

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Rhigos