Caerphilly

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Caerphilly
Caerphilly
Photo by Mark Rentz
Photo by Mark Rentz
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Photo by Darryl Ellson
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Photo by Martina Münnich

Where to stay in Caerphilly

The lake looks like a crhristmas card

Rudry

While Rudry isn't home to many top sights, Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rudry
Side Valley above Senghenydd. The valley from the former mining village leads up to the Rhymney Valley ridgeline. In the foreground is the top of a drystone dyke which surrounds pasture land.
Photo by Colin Smith (CC BY-SA)

Aber Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Aber Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Aber Valley
Lovely ice cream some of the best I have had

Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bedwas Trethomas & Machen and surrounding area, you can visit Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Bedwas Trethomas & Machen
Farm on Craig-wen near Abertridwr Taken from the Common Land at Comin Eglwysllan.
Photo by Ian Paterson (CC BY-SA)

Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn

While Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Penyrheol Trecenydd and Energlyn
River Rhymney, Bedwas Looking east.
Photo by Roger Cornfoot (CC BY-SA)

Van

While there might not be top attractions in Van, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Van
Llanbradach railway station footbridge. The footbridge connects the two platforms on the station on the Rhymney Line. Because of the scarcity of flat land hereabouts, the two platforms are not opposite each other.
Photo by Jaggery (CC BY-SA)

Llanbradach

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Llanbradach and surrounding area, you can visit Caerphilly Castle and Castell Coch.

Llanbradach
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is SAR 220 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
SAR 220
SAR 264 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,250 reviews)
"Room was great,staff were brilliant,unfortunately the car park was shut which we were unaware of and a main reason of why we chose the Angel so we had to pay £30 which we hadn’t budgeted for so check before you travel,also the lift at the hotel was out of order but got a slight upgrade because of ..."

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is SAR 368 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
SAR 368
SAR 442 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,672 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel,lots of amenities in the city centre"

Reviewed on 4 March 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort
Celtic Manor Resort
5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 411 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
SAR 411
SAR 494 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,263 reviews)
Extra payment for room ,dirty bathroom
"The room was ok , had to pay extra for another room as partner couldn’t get in lifts as room was on 10th floor .Bathroom had makeup on the tiles ,so it wasn’t cleaned properly before we get there , dust in the wardrobe ,other wise it was ok"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
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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.
Entire 3 bedroom house 5 minute walk to the Caerphilly station
Entire 3 bedroom house 5 minute walk to the Caerphilly station
Caerphilly
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Caerphilly. Enjoy free WiFi and a garden. Popular attractions Caerphilly Castle and Cefn Onn Country Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Lovely house with brand new appliances
"We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was brightly clean with brand new appliances and a shiny bathroom. The beds were all very comfortable, and the lounge had good chairs and sofa. I would suggest a little motion-detector light at the bottom and top of the stairs for those late night trips down ..."

Reviewed on 23 April 2024

Entire 3 bedroom house 5 minute walk to the Caerphilly station
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (252 reviews)
Great value, central location.
"Great location. Clean and comfortable room with very easy access arrangements. Very good communication with owners."

Reviewed on 6 February 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
4 out of 5
Usk Way, Endeavour House, Newport, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Friars Walk Newport and Newport ...
8/10 Very Good! (179 reviews)
"The accommodation is secure and clean and everything local the room was typical student accommodation but more than adequate for our stay mattress was to soft for my liking but overall 👍"

Reviewed on 20 December 2024

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
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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 acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its local tours.

Principality Stadium
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
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 family-friendly area.

Cardiff Bay
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 entertainment choices and shops.

Wales Millennium Centre