Pontyclun

Travel Guide

Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
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Photo by Gareth Bickerton
Photo "Pontyclun" by Alan Burke (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Alan Burke (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Pontyclun" by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Pontyclun" by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA)

Where to stay in Pontyclun

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Home to the Royal Mint and its museum, Llantrisant offers a charming Old Town with independent retailers, the Model House Craft & Design Centre, and local pubs. Explore Llantrisant Castle and the scenic Common and Pastures, just a train ride from Pontyclun station.

Llantrisant
Lane junction Lane junction in Llantrisant Forest. The road is wet with running water coming of the hills after heavy rain.
Photo by Alan Burke (CC BY-SA)

Llanharan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Llanharan and surrounding area, you can visit The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Castle.

Llanharan
Upstream along the Ely, Pontyclun
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Talbot Green

5/5(1 area review)

Talbot Green is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Castle.

Talbot Green
Main line east, Miskin
Photo by Mick Lobb (CC BY-SA)

Miskin

The restaurants and museums are just a few features travelers like about Miskin. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Llantrisant Castle and Dyffryn Gardens and Arboretum are a few top places to visit.

Miskin
Main Road, Gwaelod y Garth Looking South from near the Ynys Gau track junction. Gwaelod y Garth just visible.
Photo by Melindwr Williams (CC BY-SA)

Llantwit Fardre

While Llantwit Fardre isn't home to many top sights, Dyffryn Gardens and Arboretum and The Royal Mint Experience are some notable places to visit nearby.

Llantwit Fardre
Llwyncrwn School Primary School
Photo by Graham Masters (CC BY-SA)

Beddau

When in Beddau, you can plan a visit to The Royal Mint Experience and Dyffryn Gardens and Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Beddau
Vale Resort

Vale Resort

4 out of 5
Hensol Park, Hensol, Pontyclun, Wales
The price is ₩129,052 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
₩129,052
₩154,863 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Pontyclun. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (941 reviews)
"Lovely setting, friendly staff. Dissapointed the swimming pool was out of use as children were looking forward to a swim."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Vale Resort
Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Lanelay Lane, Talbot Green, Pontyclun, Wales
The price is ₩209,183 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
₩209,183
₩251,020 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury B&B in Pontyclun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (701 reviews)
Great hotel and spa
"Great hotel and spa. Very relaxing. Loved the outdoor heated pool! Friendly and attentive staff. Will certainly return."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa
Llanerch Vineyard Hotel

Llanerch Vineyard Hotel

4 out of 5
Llanerch Vineyard, Pontyclun, Wales
The price is ₩306,802 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
₩306,802
₩368,163 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Pontyclun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (501 reviews)
Gorgeous all round.
"Beautiful hotel, lovely staff and gorgeous restaurant overlooking the vineyard. Our room had a balcony overlooking the rolling hills which was very relaxing. Very comfy beds with lovely bedding. I wish we were staying longer."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Llanerch Vineyard Hotel
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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
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation

4 out of 5
Usk Way, Endeavour House, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Belle Vue ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (210 reviews)
"friendly staff, nice clean rooms, easy access to trains/buses/town/shopping"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
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! (99 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
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry, South Wales. Vale of Glamorgan. UK

Barry Island Beach

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Cardiff Castle

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

Cardiff Castle
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.

Cardiff University
Wales Millennium Centre which includes street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre