Title: Merthyr Mawr Travel Guide: Best of Merthyr Mawr, Cardiff Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Merthyr Mawr](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Mawr-Hotels.d684134246202929152.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Merthyr Mawr](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Mawr-Holiday-Rentals.d684134246202929152.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Merthyr Mawr Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Merthyr-Mawr.d684134246202929152.Car-Hire-Guide)[Merthyr Mawr Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Mawr.d684134246202929152.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Merthyr Mawr Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Merthyr Mawr, The Parish church of ST.Teilo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/14a801bc-7d8a-45ba-b531-ae72d801d84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Merthyr Mawr, The Parish church of ST.Teilo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/14a801bc-7d8a-45ba-b531-ae72d801d84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The church in the parish of Tythegston, Bridgend, Wales](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/54b10d58-61bc-4475-83ec-2a039f789184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Passage way in Candleston Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/2d6a6f4a-4b28-418a-b86b-059fb3eaedd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/2d6a6f4a-4b28-418a-b86b-059fb3eaedd7.jpg) by [Hchc2009 (page does not exist)](//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Hchc2009&action=edit&redlink=1) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ![concrete bridge near Merthyr Mawr Bridgend Wales](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/2e6be8bb-a263-45d0-9639-e33286f6e8c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Merthyr Mawr Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_684134246202929152) - Top hotels in Merthyr Mawr - Top Holiday Rentals in Merthyr Mawr ![The Angel Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34900/34843/5f26af86_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Angel Hotel Castle Street Cardiff Wales £50 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees 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! (3,029 reviews) Nice comfy bed, lovely breakfast Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684134246202929152) ![The Parkgate Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66270000/66262800/66262736/3394a1df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Parkgate Hotel Westgate Street Cardiff Wales £95 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! (1,780 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=66262736&PinnedHotelID=66262736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684134246202929152) ![Future Inns Cardiff Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1160400/1160305/36628683_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Future Inns Cardiff Bay Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales £59 7 Apr - 8 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! (1,589 reviews) Quick check in and out. comfy beds Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=1160305&PinnedHotelID=1160305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=684134246202929152) [See all 2,236 properties in Merthyr Mawr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026®ionId=684134246202929152) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![ Park Lane Aparthotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54290000/54287800/54287774/f3cdc05a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Lane Aparthotel 23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium are located ... 7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews) Nice space. Easy checkin. Good walking around location. Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Park-Lane-By-Urban-Space.h54287774.Hotel-Information) ![The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58240000/58238100/58238044/fb8df762_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff 10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews) Great spot, lovely space and very clean and comfortable Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-The-Spires-Cardiff.h58238044.Hotel-Information) ![Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122730000/122729200/122729153/45b12a55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Modern 2BR Apartment with Water Views Jim Driscoll Way Cardiff Wales Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Modern-2BR-Apartment-With-Water-Views.h122729153.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Merthyr Mawr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=684134246202929152&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Merthyr Mawr hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11)[10 Mar - 11 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=2026-03-10&endDate=2026-03-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12)[11 Mar - 12 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=684134246202929152&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Principality Stadium 4.5/5(198 reviews) The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Attraction) ![Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490507/5dbf41fb-82e5-44f5-94c4-a1963ca618dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay 4.5/5(190 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Attraction) ![Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Castle 4.5/5(251 reviews) Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Attraction) ![Aerial panorama of Barry Island, Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086531/a86c09df-3b2a-4b70-a87e-f2b8f03961ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Barry Island Beach 4/5(76 reviews) If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Attraction) ![D6WYKM Aerial photograph of the Cardiff Motorpoint Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6168689/0811544b-b030-400b-bd9c-ebc68552d1d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Utilita Arena Cardiff 4.5/5(59 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Attraction) ![Main building of Cardiff University - Wales; Shutterstock ID 289260233; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084247/83a5b0a0-fa6b-4b87-b9b9-31e6655d4a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff University 4/5(44 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4843628/b76a6f0f-85ba-4c4a-b026-15b1903f27f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-barry-island-gavin-and-stacey-tour.a4843628.activity-details) ![Cardiff Bay Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/734480/c26ff1e8-74f6-4a14-a3db-1e448a37f7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff Bay Boat Tour £13 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-bay-boat-tour.a734480.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49556120/542d07dc-66f3-4374-90a2-ba3455fcd4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour £88 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![A tour arrives at Caerleon.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1015104/ec21001a-734f-4e90-a6c3-b7ad50b39792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour. £90 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-wandering-bards-valley-tour-or-the-swansea-bay-tour.a1015104.activity-details) ![The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627037/a0dddb0f-0671-4eec-93d3-e6dee1d124bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition £18 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-royal-mint-experience-ticket.a44627037.activity-details) ![Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48840858/c02f0733-40e7-4890-bfc4-ac4e198a7b8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-alcotraz-immersive-prison-cocktail-experience.a48840858.activity-details) [See all activities in Merthyr Mawr](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Merthyr-Mawr.d684134246202929152.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Merthyr Mawr ![Aerial view of Porthcawl beach harbour and fun fair in South Wales UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5615/1b88068f-c52f-486b-9f69-dd759c79b5f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bridgend ![Beautiful panoramic Sunset on Welsh landscape , Porthcawl](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975750372/c2371968-20f3-4370-bd34-f9f938749e1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Porthcawl ![Cardiff which includes street scenes, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054272/52aa637b-e13a-4bd5-87f2-9e0e39b7acdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff ![Cornelly, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6194199/19b80f51-b53d-48a0-89f0-3c13fc64a3de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pyle - Cities near Merthyr Mawr - Places of interest [Bridgend](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridgend.dx5615)[Porthcawl](https://expedia.co.uk/Porthcawl.dx177962)[Cardiff](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272)[Pyle](https://expedia.co.uk/Pyle.dx6194199)[North Cornelly](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Cornelly.dx3000010362)[Ewenny](https://expedia.co.uk/Ewenny.dx3000383099)[Ogmore-by-Sea](https://expedia.co.uk/Ogmore-By-Sea.dx3000430234)[Newton](https://expedia.co.uk/Newton.dx553248635975852028) - [Newton Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Newton-Beach-Cardiff.d553248635976401151.Attraction) - [Brecon Beacons National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brecon-Beacons-National-Park-Wales.d6054302.Attraction) - [Principality Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Principality-Stadium-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084257.Attraction) - [Cardiff Bay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Butetown.d553248621532490507.Attraction) - [Exmoor National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Exmoor-National-Park-Devon.d6050529.Attraction) - [Cardiff Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Castle-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084239.Attraction) - [Barry Island Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Beach-Cardiff.d6086531.Attraction) - [Utilita Arena Cardiff ](https://expedia.co.uk/Utilita-Arena-Cardiff-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6168689.Attraction) - [Swansea Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Marina-Castle.d553248621532490418.Attraction) - [Cardiff University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-University-Cathays.d6084247.Attraction) - [Wales Millennium Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wales-Millennium-Centre-Butetown.d6084283.Attraction) - [Cardiff City Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-City-Stadium-Canton.d6249576.Attraction) - [Swansea Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Beach-Swansea.d6086369.Attraction) - [Mumbles Pier ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mumbles-Pier-Swansea.d6086373.Attraction) - [Caswell Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Caswell-Bay-Beach-Swansea.d6086535.Attraction) - [Swansea University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swansea-University-Swansea.d6086347.Attraction) - [Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lynton-And-Lymouth-Cliff-Railway-Lynmouth.d6160810.Attraction) - [Cardiff Bay Waterfront ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Bay-Waterfront-Butetown.d553248621533024341.Attraction) - [Singleton Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Singleton-Park-Swansea.d6086349.Attraction) - [Swansea.com Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swanseacom-Stadium-Landore.d6086351.Attraction) - [The Royal Mint Experience ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Royal-Mint-Experience-Llantrisant.d553248635934491391.Attraction) - [BikePark Wales ](https://expedia.co.uk/BikePark-Wales-Aberdare.d553248621561939670.Attraction) - [Grand Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Theatre-Castle.d6086361.Attraction) - [Bute Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bute-Park-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084233.Attraction) - [Rhondda Valley ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rhondda-Valley-Wales.d6222428.Attraction) - [Aberavon Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aberavon-Beach-Port-Talbot.d553248621561939585.Attraction) - [St. David's ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Davids-Cardiff-City-Centre.d6084271.Attraction) - [Barry Island Pleasure Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barry-Island-Pleasure-Park-Cardiff.d6086529.Attraction) - 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