Pontypool

Travel Guide

Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum which includes interior views
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum
Big Pit National Coal Museum

Where to stay in Pontypool

National Trust House and Gardens

Abersychan

While Abersychan isn't home to many top sights, Pontypool Park and Big Pit National Coal Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Abersychan
Lovely park to visit.

Pontymoile

While visiting Pontymoile, you might make a stop by sights like Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto.

Pontymoile
Carved into a Welsh Hill side in South Wales. These tracks were all built by hand by the local riders in the area. #aboveitall

Pen Tranch

Though Pen Tranch might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Big Pit National Coal Museum and Pontypool Park.

Pen Tranch
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
3 out of 5
Lower Mill Field, Pontypool, Wales
The price is AED 198 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
AED 198
AED 238 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pontypool. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was clean & tidy, with helpful staff. There is a car park security barrier and cameras which is reassuring when you have a work vehicle parked there."

Reviewed on 21 February 2025

Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel
3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AED 211 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
AED 211
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 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! (2,204 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. Nothing to much bother for them. My daughter loved the chandelier. Room and bathroom very clean. Beds very comfortable. We will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 21 February 2025

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel
4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is AED 394 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 394
AED 473 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! (1,669 reviews)
"Booked the deluxe double room which exceeded my expectations. A visit to the top floor spa is a must ⭐️⭐️ ⭐️⭐️"

Reviewed on 21 February 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
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18th century stone cottage in the beautiful Usk valley
18th century stone cottage in the beautiful Usk valley
Pontypool
Stay at this cottage in Pontypool. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Caerleon Castle and Grosmont Castle are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
Incredible short getaway
"Excellent stay, the hosts do go above and beyond for you, good value for money stay. If you're looking for a getaway for a couple or small family then I would recommend here."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

18th century stone cottage in the beautiful Usk valley
Cozy country cottage in National Park
Cozy country cottage in National Park
Mamhilad
Stay at this cottage in Pontypool. Popular attractions Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Relaxing stay
"We only stayed the weekend at the cottage as"

Reviewed on 1 December 2024

Cozy country cottage in National Park
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! (237 reviews)
"Lovely property, so clean and spacious. And less then 10 mins to city centre. Even had a call before arriving to explain how check in works. Amazing!"

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
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Principality Stadium

4/5(21 reviews)

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Principality Stadium
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Cardiff Castle
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Cardiff University

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Barry Island Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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Barry Island Beach
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Wales Millennium Centre

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Wales Millennium Centre