Title: Visit Gelligaer: 2026 Gelligaer, Cardiff Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Gelligaer](https://expedia.com/Gelligaer-Cardiff-Hotels.0-n553248635216274126-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cardiff](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cardiff](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Gelligaer](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Gelligaer.d553248635216274126.Car-Rental-Guide)[Gelligaer Vacations](https://expedia.com/Gelligaer.d553248635216274126.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Gelligaer ## Cardiff ![Ystrad Mynach, Hengoed. South Wales.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/b6f678f5-d9b9-431c-ac07-5a2414ab2cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ystrad Mynach, Hengoed. South Wales.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/b6f678f5-d9b9-431c-ac07-5a2414ab2cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Star gazing at parc penallta](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/4a3cb8c2-6df2-4acb-b3ba-29880206911d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pengam railway station buildings. Passenger facilities are few here. There is a smallish shelter and a ticket counter on platform 1 and a much smaller shelter on the platform on the camera side.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/f0206ffc-71ba-4228-b450-a8e769435522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/f0206ffc-71ba-4228-b450-a8e769435522.jpg) by [Jaggery](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Edge of the common Looking north, on the far side of the road across the common there are enclosed fields again. The hill beyond is difficult to locate accurately; it is an old mine spoil heap.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/64d230c2-ee38-4cfb-b7ba-5a561f7fe303.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/64d230c2-ee38-4cfb-b7ba-5a561f7fe303.jpg) by [Graham Horn](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/10124) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Gelligaer Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cardiff Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Cardiff.dx6054272) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ystrad Mynach, Hengoed. South Wales.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274126/b6f678f5-d9b9-431c-ac07-5a2414ab2cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parc Penallta Explore the great outdoors at Parc Penallta, a lovely green space in Cardiff. Visit the shops and spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Parc-Penallta-Gelligaer.d553248621532490631.Vacation-Attraction) ![Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Vacation-Attraction) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490507/5dbf41fb-82e5-44f5-94c4-a1963ca618dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cardiff Castle showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086531/a86c09df-3b2a-4b70-a87e-f2b8f03961ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Vacation-Attraction) ![D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168689/0811544b-b030-400b-bd9c-ebc68552d1d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Utilita Arena Cardiff Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales. [](https://expedia.com/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/542d07dc-66f3-4374-90a2-ba3455fcd4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour $119 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610322/fc887d1b-1935-4547-8fbb-fa2e1453cb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour $119 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cardiff-south-wales-cliffs.a49610322.activity-details) ![The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627037/a0dddb0f-0671-4eec-93d3-e6dee1d124bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition $24 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket.a44627037.activity-details) ![From Cardiff: Guided Hike to 8 Waterfalls in Brecon Beacons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48015786/7d100141-82fd-4304-9999-849f37a4b3ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Cardiff: Guided Hike to 8 Waterfalls in Brecon Beacons $91 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-cardiff-guided-hike-to-8-waterfalls-in-brecon-beacons.a48015786.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49566476/9ea15851-a21b-45c3-9c61-e85582d840e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour $119 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cardiff-waterfalls.a49566476.activity-details) ![Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48095417/6587ef72-64e5-4da2-ba81-6ef7ff4b7d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons $91 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-hike-the-eight-waterfalls-of-the-brecon-beacons.a48095417.activity-details) [See all activities in Cardiff](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Gelligaer Hotel Deals ![The Angel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34900/34843/5f26af86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Angel Hotel Castle Street Cardiff Wales $59 nightly $71 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees 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! (3,009 reviews) Room very disappointing for a deluxe suite. Lots of issues including very tired looking, lamp not working, bathroom sink chipped, grouting also not good on floor tiles or wall tiles, poor lighting over shower, poor lighting in seating area paintwork old and tired. One sofa does not make a deluxe ... Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274126) ![Celtic Manor Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/456600/456532/0deab7de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Celtic Manor Resort Chepstow Road Newport Wales $125 nightly $151 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,337 reviews) Good food Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F12%2F2026&endDate=3%2F13%2F2026&selected=456532&PinnedHotelID=456532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274126) ![Park Plaza Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1240600/1240563/341c644e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Plaza Cardiff Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales $91 nightly $109 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews) Clean and relaxing hotel, everything was fine. Staff friendly and helpful. 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(1,218 reviews) It was fantastic from start to finish, the staff were very helpful Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=13776&PinnedHotelID=13776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274126) ![Village Hotel Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200400/200304/2fd814f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Hotel Cardiff 29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales $85 nightly $102 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Room was very basic for what I paid, I also didn’t like the self check in Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=200304&PinnedHotelID=200304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635216274126) ![Future Inns Cardiff Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1160400/1160305/70b33012_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Future Inns Cardiff Bay Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales $73 nightly $88 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and 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! (1,583 reviews) Lovely room, spacious,clean and comfortable. Staff were lovely, very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good as was our evening meal. 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Explore Llantrisant Castle and the scenic Common and Pastures, just a train ride from Pontyclun station. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Llantrisant.dx3000010684) ![Hollybush Estate Road - Coryton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634838840585/7d249d3e-2761-42ca-a97b-a35173d51667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whitchurch 4/5(3 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Whitchurch.dx553248634859592674) ![University Hospital of Wales gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216275021/28d3bc0a-20a0-4bcb-9ad8-c1f8d406fba9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Heath Though Heath might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Heath.dx553248635216275021) ![Cardiff, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/953/e2caaebf-97ac-4b47-9afc-c23f5803456f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gabalfa Gabalfa is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Insole Court or Cardiff City Hall. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Gabalfa.dx553248635216274187) ![Llandaff Cathedral showing heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084255/7c234db8-2a6e-41cf-9e11-5fb11afdf1b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Llandaff 4/5(1 area review) Travelers enjoy Llandaff for its monuments and historic sites. Consider checking out Insole Court while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Cardiff-Llandaff.dx553248635216274482) ![DSC_3799](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274133/ebd3e24a-8be0-4fcc-88e0-364b269f2bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Penylan Travelers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit. 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