Margam

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Margam Castle is a large mansion house built in Margam, Port Talbot, Wales, for the Talbot family. Today it is a country park run by Neath Port Talbot Council and has many family attractions (petting farm, miniature railway and many trails to walk. There are even the remains of an 11th century abbey on the site to explore. The "castle" is actually a comfortable Victorian era country house, one of many "mock" castles built in the 19th century during the Gothic Revival. It was commissioned by Christopher Rice Mansel Talbot (1803–1890) and was constructed over a ten-year period from 1830 to 1840.
Margam Castle is a large mansion house built in Margam, Port Talbot, Wales, for the Talbot family. Today it is a country park run by Neath Port Talbot Council and has many family attractions (petting farm, miniature railway and many trails to walk. There are even the remains of an 11th century abbey on the site to explore. The "castle" is actually a comfortable Victorian era country house, one of many "mock" castles built in the 19th century during the Gothic Revival. It was commissioned by Christopher Rice Mansel Talbot (1803–1890) and was constructed over a ten-year period from 1830 to 1840.
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Twelve Knights

Twelve Knights

3.5 out of 5
Margam Road Port Talbot Wales
$57 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$68 total
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Stay at this hotel in Port Talbot. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (172 reviews)
Friendly hospitality. Clean room. Food good

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Twelve Knights
The Barn B&B

The Barn B&B

4 out of 5
Ty'n Cellar Farm Port Talbot Wales
$107 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$128 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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Stay at this B&B in Port Talbot. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lakeside Golf Club and Kenfig National Nature ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews)
Friendly owner, comfy bed, copious hot water with good pressure all based in a delightful area

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

The Barn B&B
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
$85 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$103 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Comfortable and clean room.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
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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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
The room was ckean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
Luxury Shepherds Hut Near Glamorgan Coast

Luxury Shepherds Hut Near Glamorgan Coast

2 out of 5
Cowbridge Wales
Stay at this cabin in Cowbridge. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Taskforce Paint Ball Games and Beaupre Castle are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
A beautiful little hut 😊

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Luxury Shepherds Hut Near Glamorgan Coast
"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

Aberdare WLS
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and Aberdare ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Great area for exploring south wales. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. So lovely, cosy and clean . The hot tub and play park for the kids was an additional bonus. Beds were comfy and It had everything you need. The owners and House keeping lady were really helpful when we had any ...

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World
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