Old St Mellons Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old St Mellons
Popular places to visit
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.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
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.
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 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.
Wales Millennium Centre
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
Activities
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Bays Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour
Our pick of the best Old St Mellons Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Superb location, very close to shops and dinning options, right in the door of Cardiff Castle and very close to the Cardiff National museum. The room was clean, nice and the staff did the bed and changed my towels all days. Didn’t have breakfast, so can’t say anything about that. The lift was broken ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Excellent facilities and helpful stagf
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
The hotel is in a perfect location. Staff and service was amazing. Breakfast staff were so happy to assist and the front desk were very happy to answer questions. Rooms were well kept, spacious and clean
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
Arrived later due to finishing work, had dinner in the bar area which was good.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Village Hotel Cardiff
Easy access to motorways
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Lovely communal spaces, great size room with wonderful views (but windows need cleaning) Good breakfast. Air con not working (but heaters provided) and pillows were too hard. Good location. Would definitely come back so more pros than cons.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old St Mellons
Cyncoed
Travellers enjoy Cyncoed for its parks and golf courses. Consider checking out Cardiff Golf Club while you're in the area.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Adamsdown
If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
