Title: Ponthir Travel Guide: Best of Ponthir, Cardiff Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ponthir](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponthir-Cardiff-Hotels.0-n553248635118843309-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cardiff](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cardiff](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ponthir Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ponthir.d553248635118843309.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ponthir Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponthir.d553248635118843309.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ponthir Travel Guide ## Cardiff ![Ponthir](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/7d4e749e-55fd-49f4-a946-136b6fc7678a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/7d4e749e-55fd-49f4-a946-136b6fc7678a.jpg) by [John Grayson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ponthir](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/bf011d02-697a-4f32-b051-703a9b16f504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/bf011d02-697a-4f32-b051-703a9b16f504.jpg) by [John Grayson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ponthir](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/dbd3d3d0-325f-4bc6-97e0-5a18badc2a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/dbd3d3d0-325f-4bc6-97e0-5a18badc2a7f.jpg) by [John Grayson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/39302) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ponthir](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/dd3756a0-5919-40b5-bb5e-311fa1ad1d73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635118843309/dd3756a0-5919-40b5-bb5e-311fa1ad1d73.jpg) by [Roger Cornfoot](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/8800) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Ponthir Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cardiff travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff.dx6054272) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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(191 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) ![Principality Stadium](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(201 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) ![Cardiff Castle](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(253 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(77 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(61 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(45 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/734480/4b0892f4-d80b-4618-aaac-258402f7b81c.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 £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-gower-peninsulas-cliffs-scenic-day-tour.a49556120.activity-details) ![The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1015104/09f538c2-9a61-41d9-9312-5624faf6a0f1.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: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610322/fc887d1b-1935-4547-8fbb-fa2e1453cb38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cardiff-south-wales-cliffs.a49610322.activity-details) [See all activities in Cardiff](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cardiff.d6054272.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Ponthir ![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 £58 6 Apr - 7 Apr 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! (3,060 reviews) The breakfast menu was amazing , everything lovely and fresh, and superb choice, something for everyone. The staff in the dinning room were just lovely, thank you Ann, you are such a lovely friendly lady. Our room was really nice everything we needed, needed to turn off the heating for a while as ... Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=34843&PinnedHotelID=34843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118843309) ![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 £94 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! (1,773 reviews) Large room with everything you need for a lovely stay. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=66262736&PinnedHotelID=66262736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118843309) ![Mollie's Bristol](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66890000/66889100/66889078/f394e14c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mollie's Bristol Cribbs Causeway Bristol England £77 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,167 reviews) 😃 Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=66889078&PinnedHotelID=66889078&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118843309) ![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 £63 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! (1,586 reviews) Excellent staff, ideal room, free parking Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=1160305&PinnedHotelID=1160305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118843309) ![Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2256300/2256209/8099488a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff Station Approach Cardiff Wales £47 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,090 reviews) No breakfast included Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=2256209&PinnedHotelID=2256209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118843309) ![Cardiff Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13776/eca2ae56_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cardiff Marriott Hotel Mill Lane Cardiff Wales £89 6 Apr - 7 Apr 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! (1,234 reviews) The Cardiff Marriott Hotel is walking distance from Cardiff Central Station. It's very convenient to stores and restaurants. The staff is absolutely the best. They are friendly, helpful, very nice. They go above and beyond. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=13776&PinnedHotelID=13776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635118843309) [See all 2,018 properties in Ponthir](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635118843309) 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 Ponthir hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118843309&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[29 Mar - 30 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118843309&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118843309&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[30 Mar - 31 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118843309&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118843309&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635118843309&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Ponthir ![Caerleon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000395826/6cf03b73-6641-4e13-9e90-20394570ef9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Caerleon Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Caerleon.dx3000395826) ![Caldicot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000012078/19dbf018-e0b3-4ab6-8076-59ceb7991420.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Caldicot You'll enjoy the churches and gardens in Caldicot. You might want to make time for a stop at Caldicot Castle and Country Park or Caldicot Leisure Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Caldicot.dx3000012078) ![Penylan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274133/ebd3e24a-8be0-4fcc-88e0-364b269f2bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Penylan Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Penylan.dx553248635216274133) ![CARDIFF, WALES - AUG 10 : Lighthouse in Roath Park commemorating Captain Scotts ill-fated voyage to the Antartic in Cardiff on august 2019](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216273969/f82258ab-2356-4d10-a1b6-af7ccde562ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Roath Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Roath.dx553248635216273969) ![Cardiff Castle in Spring. The daffodils, the national emblem of Wales bloom in Sophia Gardens and border the castle walls creating a very Welsh landscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274425/7c250f8f-1b5a-4d10-a19a-4bf9643055d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Adamsdown If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Adamsdown.dx553248635216274425) ![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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cathays Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Cathays.dx553248635216273960) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Ponthir Travel Guide