Pillgwenlly Travel Guide
Cardiff
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Popular places to visit
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Principality Stadium
Follow in the footsteps of sporting and musical greats when you tour this vast sporting arena. Walk on the pitch, see dressing rooms and lift a trophy.
Cardiff Castle
A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.
Barry Island Beach
If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.
Cardiff University
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.
Utilita Arena Cardiff
Cardiff Motorpoint Arena is located on Mary Ann Street in the heart of Cardiff. It was opened in 1993 and is the largest purpose-built facility for staging exhibitions and concerts in South Wales.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Top hotels in Pillgwenlly
The Angel Hotel
Warm room, comfy bed
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Bristol City
Very clean and comfortable hotel. Easy check in experience using the kiosk and I was lucky enough to get a room upgrade. Beds were comfortable. They do have quite a narrow air conditioning temperature range - 19c to 23c which did struggle to heat the room on a very cold night that I arrived. Aside ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Faultless stay, from the friendly staff to the lovely room.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
Friendly staff, clean room and breakfast was plentiful and delicious.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Convenient location (a reasonable walking distance to the Principality Stadium - I’d come for the Wales vs New Zealand autumn internationals match), many shopping,” and dining options close by (including high street pedestrianised shopping areas). Staff were friendly and accommodating. Room was fantastic, ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Celtic Manor Resort
Nice room, clean room, amenities where great and the staff were great.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pillgwenlly
Rogerstone
When in Rogerstone, you can plan a visit to St Mellons Golf Club and Twmbarlwm Mountain, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caerleon Amphitheatre and Isca Augusta.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Adamsdown
If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Capitol Shopping Centre or Utilita Arena Cardiff.
Splott
Though Splott may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Utilita Arena Cardiff and Capitol Shopping Centre.
