Swansea

Travel Guide

Swansea featuring a sunset, general coastal views and sailing
Grand Theatre featuring theater scenes and interior views
Oystermouth Castle featuring heritage elements
National Waterfront Museum featuring interior views
Swansea showing a sunset, a marina and sailing

Where to stay in Swansea

Swansea which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Castle

4/5(11 area reviews)

Castle is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Grand Theatre and Swansea Arena while you're in town.

Castle
HMS Penzance docked in Swansea marina to commemorate the end of the falkland war.

St. Thomas

4/5(1 area review)

St. Thomas is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Maritime Quarter and Swansea Marina while you're in town.

St. Thomas
Ancient burial chamber deep in the Gower Peninsular

Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton

Unique features of Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Rhossili Beach or Whiteford National Nature Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton
Walking along the coastline 6/11

Llanrhidian Higher

When in Llanrhidian Higher, you can plan a visit to WWT Llanelli Wetland Centre and Parc y Scarlets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Llanrhidian Higher
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Townhill

Though Townhill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grand Theatre and Swansea Arena.

Townhill
Swansea as viewed from Kilvey Hill
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Bon-y-maen

Travelers like the historic sites in Bon-y-maen, and Grosnez Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bon-y-maen
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter, Swansea, Wales
The price is SAR 321 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
SAR 321
SAR 385 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (379 reviews)
A comfortable hotel that may need some renovation
"A very standard hotel that is very clean and comfortable. The location is very good. It is adjacant to the beautiful beach and not too far from the city centre. However the room may need some renovation as the style and furiture shows it days. The hotel staff provided good service during our ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Mercure Swansea Hotel
Mercure Swansea Hotel
4 out of 5
Phoenix Way, Swansea, Wales
The price is SAR 300 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
SAR 300
SAR 360 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (984 reviews)
"Good welcome at reception also good service in the bar and restaurant area Clean and will stay again"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Mercure Swansea Hotel
Village Hotel Swansea
Village Hotel Swansea
4 out of 5
Langdon Road, Swansea, Wales
The price is SAR 326 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR 326
SAR 392 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very nice
"Room was really comfortable and loved the sauna and steam room."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Village Hotel Swansea
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The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn, Swansea, Wales
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely revisit. Excellent food in the pub next door."

Reviewed on 21 March 2025

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
Princess Lofts Studios - Swansea City Centre
Princess Lofts Studios - Swansea City Centre
3 out of 5
Princess Way, Swansea, Wales
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Mumbles Pier and St. Mary's are ...
"Extremely tiny room for the price I paid"

Reviewed on 2 February 2024

Princess Lofts Studios - Swansea City Centre
Stylish Rotherslade/Langland beach view apartment - 1 min from the beach
Stylish Rotherslade/Langland beach view apartment - 1 min from the beach
Swansea
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Three Cliffs Bay Beach and Langland Bay Beach ...
Fantastic Apartment
"Lovely two night stay at this immaculate coastal apartment. Instructions / Communication with Margaret was excellent. Beautiful location with sea views, very near to a cafe and coastal walks. Easy to find the property, private parking. The apartment has everything you'd need for a comfortable stay. ..."

Reviewed on 19 March 2025

Stylish Rotherslade/Langland beach view apartment - 1 min from the beach
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Popular places to visit

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

Three Cliffs Bay Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area, or check out its lively bars.

Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views

Mumbles Pier

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Mumbles with a stop at Mumbles Pier. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in this quaint area.

Mumbles Pier
Rhossili Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a bay or harbor

Rhossili Beach

5/5(8 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Rhossili Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Swansea. Amble around this quaint area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Rhossili Beach
Oxwich Bay Beach showing vehicle touring and a beach

Oxwich Bay Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Oxwich Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Penrice.

Oxwich Bay Beach
Singleton Park showing hiking or walking and a park as well as an individual male

Singleton Park

5/5(4 reviews)

After visiting Singleton Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sketty. Amble around this quaint area's marina and enjoy its lively bars.

Singleton Park
Caswell Bay Beach showing hiking or walking as well as an individual male

Caswell Bay Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Caswell Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Swansea. Stroll along the marina in this quaint area, or check out its lively bars.

Caswell Bay Beach

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Please replace the Gideon Bibles. The reception staff said the Bibles could upset other faiths. This is Britain, still a Christian Country. The bibles do not upset other faiths. they only annoy the atheists who are trying to obliterate Christianity