Darran Valley

Cardiff

Parc Cwm Darran lake The lake has been dredged and slightly remodelled in the last year and is now nearly rectangular (compare the OS map).
Parc Cwm Darran lake The lake has been dredged and slightly remodelled in the last year and is now nearly rectangular (compare the OS map).
Parc Cwm Darran Nearly deserted on the afternoon of Christmas Eve. The structures on the right are a children's playground.
Cefn Gelligaer Gelligaer and Merthyr Common extends for a few miles. This is roughly halfway. Small ponds such as these are frequent; most are not marked on the map. The area is probably usually used for grazing horses but nothing was out on this cold rainy day. The transmitter in the background is on Twyn y Fidffawydd, two squares away.
Pasture at Cefn Bach A footpath runs along the western side of the ridge, across the pastures of Cefn Bach farm. This area is full of rough pastures divided by substantial stone walls.

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The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,031 reviews)
Room was clean and tidy. Staff very helpful when requested additional coffee and milk for the room. Used west gate street NCP with code and it was a bargain price for parking

Reviewed on 2026/3/10

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NT$3,656 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
NT$3,656
NT$4,387 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,782 reviews)
This impressive hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Cardiff, and very easy to find. No parking available although there are 2 NCP car parks within a couple of minutes’ walk. Very clean throughout with excellent amenities and very polite and helpful staff. I’d happily book here again.

Reviewed on 2026/3/10

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is NT$4,025 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$4,025
NT$4,830 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,343 reviews)
Wonderful stay in a lovely bedroom. Not impressed with the cooked breakfast. Bacon overdone and tasteless. Everything else ok. xx

Reviewed on 2026/3/7

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is NT$2,364 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
NT$2,364
NT$2,837 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,582 reviews)
A great all round hotel

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Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is NT$2,594 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$2,594
NT$3,113 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
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8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Clean and well maintained. Great facilities. But overall a bit dated.

Reviewed on 2026/3/9

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is NT$2,485 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
NT$2,485
NT$2,982 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,222 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 2026/3/8

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Darran Valley

The Royal Mint.

Llantrisant

Home to the Royal Mint and its museum, Llantrisant offers a charming Old Town with independent retailers, the Model House Craft & Design Centre, and local pubs. Explore Llantrisant Castle and the scenic Common and Pastures, just a train ride from Pontyclun station.

Llantrisant
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Whitchurch

4/5(3 area reviews)

Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Whitchurch
University Hospital of Wales gardens

Heath

Though Heath might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff Golf Club and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

Heath
Well-preserved oval mound that once hosted gladiatorial combat and military processions. This amphitheater was built for the Roman forces at Isca around AD 90 and would have seated around 6000 spectators!

Caerleon

4/5(5 area reviews)

Explore Caerleon's rich history at the National Roman Legion Museum and Roman Baths Museum, or unwind at the Millennium Wildlife Garden. Dine at The Priory or Olde Bull Inn, and easily access Newport and Cwmbran via bus or train.

Caerleon
Llandaff Cathedral showing heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Llandaff

4/5(1 area review)

Travelers enjoy Llandaff for its monuments and historic sites. Consider checking out Insole Court while you're in the area.

Llandaff
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Penylan

Travelers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penylan


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