Mid Glamorgan

Travel Guide
Rhondda Valley showing a ruin and tranquil scenes
Rhondda Valley which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people
Mid Glamorgan
Mid Glamorgan
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

Where to stay in Mid Glamorgan

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
Lane junction Lane junction in Llantrisant Forest. The road is wet with running water coming of the hills after heavy rain.
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Llanharan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Llanharan and surrounding area, you can visit The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Castle.

Llanharan
Bwlch Mountain, Rhondda. South Wales.

Tonypandy

While Tonypandy might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rhondda Valley and Falconry UK.

Tonypandy
The Taff from the footbridge, Trefforest
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Treforest

Treforest is well-liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Pontypridd area, you might plan a trip to The Royal Mint Experience or Caerphilly Castle.

Treforest
Upstream along the Ely, Pontyclun
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Talbot Green

5/5(1 area review)

Talbot Green is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Castle.

Talbot Green
Nice to see the sun at last in #wales

Tonyrefail

Tonyrefail might not have many top sights, but The Royal Mint Experience and Falconry UK are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Tonyrefail
Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa
Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa
5 out of 5
Lanelay Lane, Talbot Green, Pontyclun, Wales
Stay at this 5-star luxury B&B in Pontyclun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (609 reviews)
"Beautiful place, rooms lovely, staff were amazing definitely return and recommend."

Reviewed on 24 November 2024

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Lanelay Hall Hotel & Spa
Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
Trehafod, Pontypridd, Wales
The price is AED 249 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
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AED 290 total
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1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Pontypridd. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.6/10 Good! (654 reviews)
Polite staff. Good hotel.
"Late arrival due to closure on M4 but night staff was very friendly and ushered us in without any fuss."

Reviewed on 19 October 2024

Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AED 352 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
AED 352
AED 417 total
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16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,560 reviews)
A weekend treat
"Ours was only a one night stay so i didnt have to catch my usual train home. Exceptional stay and are goibg to stay again. Could not fault nothing. The xmas lunch was on tbe pricey side but as a one iff was a treat. I should have mentioned to waitress that lunch although very tasty was lukewarm. ..."

Reviewed on 25 November 2024

The Parkgate Hotel
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Holidays, visiting family, work, golf, surfing
Holidays, visiting family, work, golf, surfing
Porthcawl
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Porthcawl. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Coney Beach and Porthcawl Rest Bay Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
Elvis Festival
"Lovely property. Very comfortable. Great central location."

Reviewed on 12 October 2024

Holidays, visiting family, work, golf, surfing
James Place @ Dowlais
James Place @ Dowlais
3 out of 5
84 High Street, Caeharris, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station, and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"Great location to be based from for hiking in the area. Love the decor."

Reviewed on 11 November 2024

James Place @ Dowlais
The Old Art & Coffee House on the Taff Trail - sleeps 4 (+1)
The Old Art & Coffee House on the Taff Trail - sleeps 4 (+1)
Taff's Well
Stay at this cabin in Cardiff. Enjoy a garden and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Only 20 mins drive from Cardiff city centre - the accommodation was clean, comfortable and well presented"

Reviewed on 1 July 2024

The Old Art & Coffee House on the Taff Trail - sleeps 4 (+1)
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Popular places to visit

Rhondda Valley which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Rhondda Valley

5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Rhondda Valley, a popular spot to commune with nature in Cardiff. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

Rhondda Valley
The Royal Mint.

The Royal Mint Experience

Rich with history, The Royal Mint Experience is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Pontyclun. Visit the spas and shops in this walkable area.

The Royal Mint Experience
Great Steam Train ride into the Brecon Mountains,

Brecon Mountain Railway

Find out about the history of Pant with a stop at Brecon Mountain Railway. Discover the spas in this relaxing area, or seek out its golf courses.

Brecon Mountain Railway
Newcastle Castle

Newcastle Castle

After visiting Newcastle Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Coity Higher. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.

Newcastle Castle

BikePark Wales

You can take time to visit BikePark Wales during your travels to Troed-y-rhiw. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.

BikePark Wales

Penderyn Distillery

You can take time to visit Penderyn Distillery during your travels to Penderyn. Stroll along the rocky beaches or discover the area's countryside.

Penderyn Distillery