Risca West Travel Guide

Cardiff

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Stay near popular Risca West attractions

Twmbarlwm Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Twmbarlwm Mountain during your travels in Newport. Make time for the spas and golf courses in this relaxing 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
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

฿2,007
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

฿310
per adult
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket
Luggage Storage in Cardiff

Luggage Storage in Cardiff

฿297
per adult
Luggage Storage in Cardiff
Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff in a Day

฿3,790
per adult
Cardiff in a Day
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Pembroke Castle, Tenby and Laugharne in a day.

฿3,567
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pembroke Castle, Tenby and Laugharne in a day.
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Top hotels in Risca West

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,228 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,228
฿2,674 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (3,410 reviews)
"Hotel of faded glory the downstairs rooms are OK"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is ฿5,382 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿5,382
฿6,459 total
27 Sept - 28 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,431 reviews)
"Class hotel, parking is quite expensive at £25 per night. Staff were amazing, facilities top class including the gym and pool/spa area. Room was well appointed and comfortable. Bed was great. Bathroom was a little tired. Breakfast was ok."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿3,981 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,981
฿4,778 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (1,812 reviews)
"First class accomodation. Excellent restaurant. Wonderful spa. The parking is too far from the hotel and the is no porter, so plan accordingly."

Reviewed on 24 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 ฿2,455 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,455
฿2,946 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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
Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
St Mary Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,350 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,350
฿2,820 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
The Manor House At Celtic Manor

The Manor House At Celtic Manor

4 out of 5
Coldra Woods, Newport Newport Wales
The price is ฿2,953 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,953
฿3,544 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
The Manor House At Celtic Manor
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Where to stay in Risca West

Find the best Risca West 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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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.

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Butetown

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

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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.

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Pontcanna

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

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