Pontcanna Travel Guide

Cardiff

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A park with green grass and trees.
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Stay near popular Pontcanna attractions

Sophia Gardens

9.0/10 (89 reviews)
After visiting Sophia Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

฿713
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff in a Day

฿3,788
per adult
Cardiff in a Day
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

฿3,811
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

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

฿3,788
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour

Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour

฿981
per adult
Cardiff Doctor Who Walking Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Cathedrals Full Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Mountains, Waterfalls & More Day Tour

฿3,799
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: South Wales Mountains, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
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Top hotels in Pontcanna

Lincoln House Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel

3 out of 5
118-120, Cathedral Road Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿3,100 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,100
฿3,720 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Lincoln House Hotel
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,569 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿2,569
฿3,083 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
"Very nice where we were"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is ฿4,706 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,706
฿5,648 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,430 reviews)
"Perfect resort for a family gateway"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,257 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,257
฿2,709 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,400 reviews)
"Breakfast was best thing. Bit run down but still a nice old school hotel."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿4,043 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,043
฿4,852 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,811 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay here and made to feel welcome as a returning guest. Everything is done properly here..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,830 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿2,830
฿3,396 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Where to stay in Pontcanna

Find the best Pontcanna areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Photo by Darryl Ellson
Open Photo by Darryl Ellson

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.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

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.

A river with a boat, a bridge, and modern buildings.
Photo by Gareth James
Open Photo by Gareth James

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.

A modern stadium with a unique roof structure, a river in the foreground, and a grassy bank.
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Open Photo by mord

Riverside

You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle are just a few notable stops.

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