Porthkerry Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Porthkerry
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
Our pick of the best Porthkerry Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel
"Plug in my sink stuck. Free wi fi didnt work. Room was ok."
Reviewed on 31 July 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
"Excellent, central location. Beds very comfortable with great quality linen. Quiet and a good nights sleep…but… Very disappointed you had to pay extra to use the pool as the hotel is not a cheap option. Breakfast was disappointing- felt mass produced and not much space around the tables. Staff pleasant ..."
Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
"The property is in very bad condition. There are no services. No phone in any room, there is one on every floor which doesn’t work. The safety deposit box in the room did not work, the towels need to be replaced, no taxis want to come to the property. Only redeeming feature is the dining room, good ..."
Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
"The room was really big with great amenities. The check in was really good, the lady checked us in called Zoe who was so friendly and helpful! We stayed for a concert at the castle and it was a 10 min walk max, great!"
Reviewed on 28 July 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Our guide on where to stay in Porthkerry

Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Cardiff Castle – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Butetown
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

Grangetown
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.


























