Pontypridd Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pontypridd
Our guide on where to stay in Pontypridd
Treforest
Treforest is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Pontypridd area, you might plan a trip to The Royal Mint Experience or Caerphilly Castle.
Llechwen Hall Hotel
"Great stay, dinner was very good as was breakfast. Will return soon."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Bathrooms need improvement. Breakfast ok."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Angel Hotel
"Wonderful stay in upgraded room. Our suite was clean, spacious and excellent value. Location very central to all amenities. Staff always pleasant and helpful. Building a little dated in parts but that did not detract from a wonderful stay. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Quay Apartments Clarence House
"Beautiful place to stay and the apartment was very well equipped but the bed was not very comfortable.basically 2 singles pushed together and was a huge dip between mattresses. I would stay again but please change the mattresses."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Park Lane Aparthotel
"Great stay. Lovely, modern, clean apartment. Only negative was the heat/temperature. There was a bit of a heatwave outside and the Dyson fan provided did nothing to cool the roasting apartment atmosphere. Aircon would have been welcomed but aside from that I would happily stay again (as long as there’s ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
"We had a lovely relaxing stay at a fantastic property in a beautiful part of the world. Staff were very friendly and helpful, room was very spacious and beautifully decorated with a small patio outside to chill. Food was great and we will certainly be returning."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Popular places to visit
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
From Cardiff: Wye Valley and Brecon Beacons Full-Day Trip
- Brecon Beacons National Park
- Principality Stadium
- Barry Island Beach
- Cardiff Castle
- Pen y Fan
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club
- Utilita Arena Cardiff
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Sophia Gardens
- Cardiff City Stadium
- Bute Park
- St. Fagans National Museum of History
- Margam Country Park
- Barry Island Pleasure Park
