Old St Mellons
Cardiff
![St Mellons Parish Church [2] Dating from the 14th century but on the site of an earlier Norman building. This is the view from the south.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635216274885/38e8ad4f-e083-4fb0-ab25-1f7b572622c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
Cardiff Bay
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Cardiff Castle
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
Barry Island Beach
If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
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.
Cardiff University
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.
Old St Mellons Hotel Deals
The Angel Hotel
Needs complete renovation, rooms dirty and tired, staff are good that is the only positive
Reviewed on 2026/2/19
Celtic Manor Resort
Great stay
Reviewed on 2026/2/19
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
Arrived 6.30ish, got told the pool was closed to kids until 10.15 am, website says 10pm no mention of no kids! Ruined our plan, I picked the hotel because of the pool, half term too! Family friendly advertising etc, kids very disappointed. We ordered room service, menus are basic with poor description, ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/18
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
It don’t get off to a good start when reception couldn’t find my reservation. We were allocated room 301 and when we settled noticed that the tea/coffee/sugar was not restocked so I went down to reception to notify. Someone knocked on the door a little later with 2 tea bags and that was it. I went ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/18
Village Hotel Cardiff
Staff as always are brilliant. Room was clean and tidy but was not ‘refreshed’ despite us leaving a tag on the door. The price of the room was astronomic because of the rugby .. seem unfair to hike prices in match days . Also £59 for a bottle of rose and two jamesons made me wince …
Reviewed on 2026/2/15
The Parkgate Hotel
Staff was friendly and professional. Dinner was delicious and the beds are very comfortable. Plan to stay on my next trip to Cardiff
Reviewed on 2026/2/17
Other neighborhoods around Old St Mellons
Penylan
Travelers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Heath
Though Heath might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff Golf Club and National Museum Cardiff.
Roath
Travelers like the theaters in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Adamsdown
Spas and bars are some things travelers note about Adamsdown. Check out Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.
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 New Theatre.
Splott
While there might not be top attractions in Splott, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Utilita Arena Cardiff and St. David's.
