Crosskeys Travel Guide
Cardiff
Popular places to visit
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 Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: Golden Gower Coast, Swansea & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Top hotels in Crosskeys
The Parkgate Hotel
Excellent breakfast. Clean rooms. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Angel Hotel
Room and hotel clean if a little dated. Shower a little difficult to operate. Staff polite and helpful. Breakfast ok but had the world’s slowest toaster. Small choice of different breads and pastries. Only eggs on offer were fried.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Cardiff
The room was clean and the staff was very helpful. The location is very central.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Excellent location for our theatre trip to Cardiff Bay. Staff very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Room clean but looking tired and dated for cost of room - staff polite - breakfast good - bar good
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Crosskeys
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Arts Centre.
Rhiwbina
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Rhiwbina and you might want to plan a stop by Castell Coch and Cardiff Golf Club while you're in the area.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Caerphilly Mountain.
