Ystrad

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Ystrad Rhondda railway station, Rhondda Cynon Taf. Opened in 1986 by British Rail on the line from Cardiff to Treherbert. View north west towards Ton Pentre (the original Ystrad Rhondda station which changed its name at the same time as this station opened) and Treherbert.
Ystrad Rhondda railway station, Rhondda Cynon Taf. Opened in 1986 by British Rail on the line from Cardiff to Treherbert. View north west towards Ton Pentre (the original Ystrad Rhondda station which changed its name at the same time as this station opened) and Treherbert.
Hillside path The path just cuts the corner of this square, and above here the grass slopes of Mynydd Bwllfa lead to crags, which are in the square but not visible.
The head of Cwm Bodringallt Looking up towards the ridge separating the Rhondda Fach and Rhondda Fawr valleys. The trees show where the appropriately-named Nant-y-lamb stream runs. Photo taken during a sleet shower!
Nant y Gwydden picnic area, Forestry Commission

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The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,030 reviews)
An overall excellent stay, this is why we keep coming back when we stay in Cardiff. The only adverse comment this time was the breakfast on the second day of our stay. We had to wait for some of the food items and the bacon was somewhat hard, very unusual for this quality hotel, especially on the ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is RM457 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM457
RM548 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,781 reviews)
I recently enjoyed a fantastic 3-night stay at The Parkgate Hotel Cardiff, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Having traveled extensively across the country and stayed in many top hotels, this one truly stood out. The room was comfortable and beautifully appointed, ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is RM295 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
RM295
RM354 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,581 reviews)
Quick check in and out. comfy beds

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is RM322 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
RM322
RM387 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Clean and well maintained. Great facilities. But overall a bit dated.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is RM333 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
RM333
RM399 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,227 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton Cardiff Wales
The price is RM355 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
RM355
RM426 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Pool and changing rooms excellent. Staff very helpful. Bedroom was dirty.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Village Hotel Cardiff
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Rhondda Valley which includes tranquil scenes and a ruin

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While Pentre may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rhondda Valley and Dare Valley Country Park.

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