Gower Peninsula

Travel Guide

Swansea which includes a bridge and a river or creek
Swansea showing a sunset, a marina and sailing
Swansea featuring street scenes
Swansea showing sailing, a sunset and a marina
Swansea which includes a bridge

Where to stay in Gower Peninsula

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 Swansea Market and Grand Theatre 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 Parc y Scarlets and Three Cliffs Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Llanrhidian Higher
Site of Cockett station. View westward, towards Llanelli, Carmarthen etc.: ex-Great Western South Wales main line. The station, which had been mainly behind me on the east side of the bridge, was closed to passengers on 15/6/64, to goods 13/9/65.
Photo by Ben Brooksbank (CC BY-SA)

Cockett

Cockett might not have many top sights, but Dylan Thomas Birth Place and Grand Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cockett
Swansea as viewed from Kilvey Hill
Photo by Jakejakegarner (page does not exist) (CC BY-SA)

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 AED 282 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
AED 282
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
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! (301 reviews)
"Nice hotel near the quays. Room was a good size and modern. This hotel is about a 15 walk into the city centre. Parking was available at £5 per night right outside"

Reviewed on 9 March 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
The Grand Hotel Swansea
The Grand Hotel Swansea
3 out of 5
Ivey Place High Street, Swansea, Wales
The price is AED 271 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
AED 271
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (757 reviews)
"I like staying in traditional old city centre hotels, this one is superb. Opposite the station, beautiful inside with nice, spotlessly clean bedrooms and bathrooms. Friendly staff make you feel welcome. Great breakfast as well .I definitely would like to return sometime, I arrived by train but there ..."

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

The Grand Hotel Swansea
Village Hotel Swansea
Village Hotel Swansea
4 out of 5
Langdon Road, Swansea, Wales
The price is AED 281 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 281
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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)
One blemish
"Excellent stay with only downside being a terrible smell of drains in the bathroom which we reported on leaving"

Reviewed on 2 March 2025

Village Hotel Swansea
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Cwmbach Cottages
Cwmbach Cottages
3 out of 5
Cwmbach Road, Cadoxton Neath, Neath, Wales
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Neath. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Neath Golf Club and Aberdulais Falls are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Lovely stay. Large comfortable room."

Reviewed on 3 November 2024

Cwmbach Cottages
Post Office House - 3 Bed - Reynoldston
Post Office House - 3 Bed - Reynoldston
4 out of 5
Apartment 3 Post Office House, Swansea, Wales
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Oxwich Bay Beach and Three Cliffs Bay Beach ...
Post Office House - 3 Bed - Reynoldston
Caswell Bay Beach Chalet, Gower. Perfect for families. 3 min. walk to beach.
Caswell Bay Beach Chalet, Gower. Perfect for families. 3 min. walk to beach.
Caswell Bay
Stay at this chalet in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Three Cliffs Bay Beach and Caswell Bay Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
M.wright
"Little dated but ideal for i needed bring £1 coins for the meter"

Reviewed on 14 October 2024

Caswell Bay Beach Chalet, Gower. Perfect for families. 3 min. walk to 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
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
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
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
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