Old St Mellons Travel Guide
Cardiff
Visit Old St Mellons
Things to do

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Mountains, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
Top hotels in Old St Mellons

The Angel Hotel
"Great location staff friendly"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Celtic Manor Resort

The Parkgate Hotel
"Had a lovely stay at this hotel! The staff were amazing, the room was clean. The beds were so comfy and the pillows were fab, wish I could have brought them home!! We had complimentary extra stay for an hour, would definitely recommend this hotel. Can’t wait to come back!"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
"Great property within 10 minutes’ walk of Cardiff Bay attractions. Check in not until 3pm and free parking available up until 2pm day of checkout. Around 40 minutes’ walk from city centre, or £10 in an uber."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Park Plaza Cardiff
"Holly at the welcome desk was very friendly and extremely helpful .A credit to the hotel as were all the staff we met."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Old St Mellons

Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Butetown
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

Grangetown
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.























