Pontypool

Travel Guide

Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum which includes interior views
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum

Where to stay in Pontypool

Lovely park to visit.

Pontymoile

While visiting Pontymoile, you might make a stop by sights like Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto.

Pontymoile
National Trust House and Gardens

Abersychan

While Abersychan isn't home to many top sights, Pontypool Park and Big Pit National Coal Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Abersychan
Carved into a Welsh Hill side in South Wales. These tracks were all built by hand by the local riders in the area. #aboveitall

Pen Tranch

Though Pen Tranch might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Big Pit National Coal Museum and Pontypool Park.

Pen Tranch
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
3 out of 5
Lower Mill Field, Pontypool, Wales
The price is SAR 213 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 213
SAR 255 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pontypool. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Excellent service
"Excellent stay even if it was just for one night. Room was very nice and beds very comfortable. Will definitely stay there again. Thanks for providing a wonderful service 😊"

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4 out of 5
St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is SAR 278 per night from May 26 to May 27
SAR 278
SAR 334 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Exactly what we needed
"Easy check in , close to where we needed to go"

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is SAR 358 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR 358
SAR 429 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,632 reviews)
"Very nice property, although I thought the thermal spa is very expensive for what you get."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
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Lovely Bk Calypso Bluebird 6 Berth Holiday Caravan
Lovely Bk Calypso Bluebird 6 Berth Holiday Caravan
2 out of 5
Pontypool
Stay at this vacation home in Pontypool. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto are located nearby.
Lovely Bk Calypso Bluebird 6 Berth Holiday Caravan
Lovely Bk Calypso Bluebird 6 berth Holiday Caravan
Lovely Bk Calypso Bluebird 6 berth Holiday Caravan
Pontypool
Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto are located nearby.
Lovely Bk Calypso Bluebird 6 berth Holiday Caravan
18th century stone cottage in the beautiful Usk valley
18th century stone cottage in the beautiful Usk valley
Pontypool
Stay at this cottage in Pontypool. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Caerleon Castle and Grosmont Castle are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Incredible short getaway
"Excellent stay, the hosts do go above and beyond for you, good value for money stay. If you're looking for a getaway for a couple or small family then I would recommend here."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

18th century stone cottage in the beautiful Usk valley
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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4/5(21 reviews)

Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices, or seek out its local tours.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Castle showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(93 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's great live music, or seek out its local tours.

Cardiff Castle
Barry, South Wales. Vale of Glamorgan. UK

Barry Island Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Barry Island Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Barry. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its churches.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

4/5(12 reviews)

Explore the campus of Cardiff University during your stay in Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Cardiff University
Wales Millennium Centre which includes street scenes, modern architecture and signage

Wales Millennium Centre

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Wales Millennium Centre, a storied theater in Cardiff. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Wales Millennium Centre