Mountain Ash

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Fernhill railway station. Viewed from a level crossing. Fernhill is a single-track, single-platform station on the Aberdare Branch of the Merthyr Line, between Mountain Ash station and Cwmbach station.
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Fernhill railway station. Viewed from a level crossing. Fernhill is a single-track, single-platform station on the Aberdare Branch of the Merthyr Line, between Mountain Ash station and Cwmbach station.
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Our Lady of Lourdes, Mountain Ash. Roman Catholic church viewed from Miskin Road.
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Strand Street, Newtown, Mountain Ash This is a photo taken of Strand Street after the coal tip was taking away that was behind the houses on the left hand side, the photo was taken from Perthcelyn.
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River Taff between two bridges, Abercynon. Looking downstream from this bridge towards a newer bridge.
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The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
$55 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$67 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
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! (2,933 reviews)
Staff were all lovely and hotel is the perfect location, right next to Cardiff castle

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

The Angel Hotel
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
$84 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$101 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,164 reviews)
Great location, friendly staff. Breakfast and check out times allow you to relax and unwind. Meal in restaurant was excellent too.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
$78 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
$94 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
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! (1,575 reviews)
Easy parking, comfortable room, reasonable rates. Would stay again

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Welsh Retreat With Stunning Views, Sleeps Upto 4

Welsh Retreat With Stunning Views, Sleeps Upto 4

2 out of 5
Mountain Ash Wales
Stay at this residence in Mountain Ash. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden and BikePark Wales ...
Welsh Retreat With Stunning Views, Sleeps Upto 4
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (310 reviews)
Kitchen fully equipped

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (145 reviews)
Friendly, simple check -in. Easy parking in multistory just behind which can be added to the room. Great TV, good shower and comfy bed. Roomy flat with good equipment level in the kitchen. Some welcome gifts too (tea, coffee, sugar, washing up liquid and tea towels) which were very welcome. Mini ...

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Quay Apartments Clarence House
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4/5(21 reviews)

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
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.

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(93 reviews)

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
Barry, South Wales. Vale of Glamorgan. UK

Barry Island Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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
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Cardiff University

4/5(12 reviews)

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
D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena

Utilita Arena Cardiff

4/5(8 reviews)

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.

Utilita Arena Cardiff

Things to do

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

$112
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

$112
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

$118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
From Cardiff: Guided Hike to 8 Waterfalls in Brecon Beacons

From Cardiff: Guided Hike to 8 Waterfalls in Brecon Beacons

$91
per adult
From Cardiff: Guided Hike to 8 Waterfalls in Brecon Beacons
Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons

Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons

$91
per adult
Day Hike: The Eight Waterfalls Of The Brecon Beacons
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip

$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
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