Title: The Lion Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Lion Hotel in Pontypool with full-service spa and free breakfast ![Steam room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/8a1d8d40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/a972b5b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/24d379cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Studio | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/95a34ba6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/f2b8b1aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Lion offers an upscale experience with genuine hospitality at its core. Travelers can unwind on the sunny terrace, book a rejuvenating massage at the onsite spa, or connect with WiFi from their rooms. Previous guests consistently praise the attentive, helpful staff. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Spa - Bar - Housekeeping - Parking included £86 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 16 - Nov 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 17 - Nov 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=33444639&PinnedHotelID=33444639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/c53f94b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Blackout curtains Fan Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/5e60a4c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking 8.4 Very good 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Blackout curtains Fan Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/f2b8b1aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Blackout curtains Fan Hairdryer - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/c8e7e7f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Blackout curtains Fan Deep-soaking bath - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed ![Family Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33450000/33444700/33444639/891d7069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Studio ### Highlights Soundproofed Flat-screen TV Pillow-top bed Egyptian cotton bed sheets Premium bedding Blackout curtains Fan Bathrobes - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCardiff-Hotels-The-Lion.h33444639.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCardiff-Hotels-The-Lion.h33444639.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.77435%2C-3.08386&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OQ-LJdpXnDck5BHLHMUKncy47t4=) 41 Broad St, Pontypool, Wales, NP4 9NH #### What's nearby - Blaenavon Community Heritage and Cordell Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Blaenavon World Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Blaenavon Ironworks - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Big Pit National Coal Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Principality Stadium - 46 min drive - 31.8 miles #### Getting around - Rhymney Station - 17 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 69 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Beaufort Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Lion Hotel - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Rising Sun - ‬8 min drive - ‪Queen Victoria Inn - ‬4 min walk - ‪Whistle Inn - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### The Lion Upscale hotel near Brecon Beacons National Park You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a fireplace in reception at The Lion. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. In addition to a bar and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at The Lion boast perks, such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. 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DVD player - Soundproofed rooms ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Massage - Sauna - Spa open daily - Steam room ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Egyptian cotton sheets - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Fan - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: GBP 50.0 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Lion Hotel Blaenavon Lion Hotel Pontypool Lion Pontypool Hotel The Lion Pontypool Pontypool The Lion Hotel The Lion Pontypool Lion Hotel Lion Hotel The Lion The Lion Hotel The Lion Pontypool The Lion Hotel Pontypool ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Lion pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Lion? > As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion on 29 Nov 2025 start from £85.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Lion.h33444639.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Lion? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Lion? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Lion? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Lion located? > Situated in Pontypool, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Blaenavon Community Heritage and Cordell Museum and Blaenavon World Heritage Centre. Blaenavon Ironworks and Big Pit National Coal Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Lion Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.2 Eco-friendliness ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 60 8 - Good 54 6 - Okay 13 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 5 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iestyn 1 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location and staff ##### Iestyn Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Convenient. Great place to stay ##### Stuart Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jonathan 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The Lion Food excellent.Off street parking,which is great.Old style bath,with basic shower tap,so water went everywhere. ##### Jonathan Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry 18 Sept 2024 Nice hotel. Decent size room, good shower and very good breakfast. There is a restaurant and we enjoyed a nice meal. The staff were very helpful and were nice people. The town of Blaenavon is interesting and definitely worth a visit. ##### Kerry Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Always a warm welcome from everybody ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barrie 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Close to national park. Beautiful scenery and little roads. Comfortable, quiet room!! Top grade toiletries ##### Barrie Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Always get a warm welcome ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort Always a welcome made ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Alison 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities We had such a lovely welcome but there it ends apart from breakfast which was ok. Staircase carpet to room awful odour and dirty, that unfortunately increased when we entered room 301. Room and bathroom smell and cleanliness awful. No mattress or pillow protectors and just not clean. If you’re the owner sort out housekeeping, spend a bit of money on some deep cleaning, revamp breakfast menu and educate staff on basic cleaning (check the espresso machine) and you’ll be good to go. ##### Alison Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven 4 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A little gem on the outskirts of the beacons. We came up to get a puppy from Pontypool and thought easier to stay local overnight, what a good selection we made in choosing here. Lovely welcoming staff, nice sized, clean room and comfy bed. The food in thr evening was nothing short of exceptional. Great value for money and loving the shop local theme for all the food. Just behind us, the vast beacons, we will return I am sure to explore further. ##### Steven Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Claire 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Have stayed here before and would happily return. Staff are really helpful and friendly, and the food- we had breakfast and dinner - is tasty and plentiful. The whole place is clean and well-looked after and almost feels out of place in a town as run down as Blaenavon. We love the sauna, a bit of a treat after a long day out. Our only fault with the (twin) room is the shower as it's an over bath one rather than stand up cubicle; tricky for those with long hair. That said, theres a shower by the sauna so we washed our hair fine there instead so wasnt a huge issue. ##### Claire Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike 15 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A Real Gem The place may not look much when you turn up but it provided one of my more pleasant stays on the road. The room was finished to a good spec and the bed was so very comfortable affording one of the best night's sleeps I have had away from home. I had shops within walking distance and parking was convenient. The real star of the stay was the breakfast which is included. The ingredients were of a very high quality and you can tell they were sourced locally with the bacon being the standout. Service provided was great and I was found a fan on request. Would highly recommend staying here if you are in the area. ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marcel 3 May 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Nope. Didn’t like it ##### Marcel Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline 29 Jan 2024 Liked: Staff & service Room was clean but some attention to detail needed. Curtain pole fell down on opening curtains. Shower tray overflowed. Limited space around overlarge sink. Nowhere to put wash bag when in use. Bed comfy. Room quiet. ##### Caroline Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christina 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is definitely a unique property right in the center of town. It is quaint and nicely renovated. The light comes in the windows early; no curtains in our dormer windows. The shower is tiny as is the sink. But the staff is wonderful. ##### Christina Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anthony 30 Apr 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness Dated property that requires upgrading. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff were excellent and the rooms were very good, well laid out and spacious. We really enjoyed our stay and would go back again if we were in the area. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Martin 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stopover in Blaenavon What a lovely surprise, overnight stop on returning to the Midlands from watching rugby in Cardiff. Impressive refurbishment of old historic building to create cosy pub/restaurent with rooms. Atmosphere in evening was super, busy, satff very friendly and cask ale excellent. Food was 5 star both in the evening and at breakfast. (I had a very large flat iron sliced sirloin steak with garlic mushroom sauce grilled to perfection and wife a very agreeable cleanly fried fish + chips in evening whilst). All at reasonable price. Room and facilities very clean and comfortable. Visit to "Big Pit" not to be missed and will be back for a longer break to visit the rest of Blaenavon's heritage sites and Brecon Beacons. ##### Martin Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kuljinder 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Lovely find Quite the find. Wonderful staff. ##### Kuljinder Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### REBECCA 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Work Trip Lovely place great breakfast We stayed in the family suite it was really lovely apart from the low ceiling we did bang our heads a few times but overall a great stay Very friendly staff ##### REBECCA Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really nice accommodation recently refurbished great staff and the food was fantastic. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ,the location for visiting the world heritage centre of Blaenavon was good. The inn offered excellent meals. We were traveling without a car which made it a bit complicated to visit other sites. We did manage to visit Raglan Castle in Abervageny. ##### Joan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### INGRID 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities THE BREAKFAST CHOICE IS AMAZING AND THE FOOD CHOICES FOR VAROIUS EVENTS LOOKED GOOD ##### INGRID Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane 26 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly, clean , nice selections of drinks at the bar and lovely welsh breakfast in an airy dining room ##### Diane Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KEN 20 Sept 2024 Great host.Menu for supper excellent ##### KEN Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Great House Hotel & Restaurant](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Great-House-Hotel-Restaurant.h2243266.Hotel-Information) > > [Brambles 66 static caravan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Brambles-66-Static-Caravan.h40215457.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel St David's, Nr Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Deeside-Hotels-Village-Hotel-St-Davids.h903462.Hotel-Information) > > [Caravan to rent trecco bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Caravan-To-Rent-Trecco-Bay.h40005587.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Newport Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Mercure-Newport-Hotel.h46182979.Hotel-Information) > > [Trearddur Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holyhead-Hotels-Trearddur-Bay-Hotel.h15717627.Hotel-Information) > > [Court Colman Manor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Court-Colman-Manor.h3551641.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wild Hare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Wild-Hare.h32514454.Hotel-Information) > > [Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Heritage-Park-Hotel-Leisure-Club.h1668045.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Plas Talgarth Holiday Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Machynlleth-Hotels-Macdonald-Plas-Talgarth-Holiday-Resort.h13232286.Hotel-Information) > > [Raglan Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Usk-Hotels-Raglan-Lodge.h20064801.Hotel-Information) > > [Château Rhianfa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Menai-Bridge-Hotels-Chateau-Rhianfa.h5103718.Hotel-Information) > > [Quay Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Conwy-Hotels-Quay-Hotel-And-Spa.h1517268.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott St. Pierre Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-St-Pierre-Marriott-Hotel-Country-Club.h65879.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Bridgend Cardiff M4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Bridgend-Cardiff-M4.h1223160.Hotel-Information) > > [Herons Lake Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mold-Hotels-Herons-Lake-Retreat.h33266089.Hotel-Information) > > [Tre-Ysgawen Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llangefni-Hotels-Tre-Ysgawen-Hall.h3499549.Hotel-Information) > > [The Huntsman Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Huntsman-Hotel.h42672465.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Magor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Magor.h63748.Hotel-Information) > > [Llanerch Vineyard Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Llanerch-Vineyard-Hotel.h5705762.Hotel-Information) > > [Wye Valley Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Wye-Valley-Hotel.h18445057.Hotel-Information) > > [Vale Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Vale-Resort.h1057564.Hotel-Information) > > [Ibis Budget Newport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Newport.h6172748.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Portmeirion & Castell Deudraeth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penrhyndeudraeth-Hotels-Hotel-Portmeirion-Castell-Deudraeth.h10075714.Hotel-Information) > > [Beaufort Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mold-Hotels-Beaufort-Park-Hotel.h912336.Hotel-Information) > > [Lion Quays Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oswestry-Hotels-Lion-Quays-Hotel-Spa.h1379396.Hotel-Information) > > [Belvilla Newport City Centre Hotel - Lifestyle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Silurian-Hotel.h69221774.Hotel-Information) > > [The Greyhound Inn & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Greyhound-Inn-Hotel.h21560730.Hotel-Information) > > [The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Coed-Y-Mwstwr-Hotel.h3717304.Hotel-Information) > > [Tŷ Magor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Ty-Hotel.h3928584.Hotel-Information)