Mount Pleasant Travel Guide
Swansea
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Popular places to visit
Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.
Rhossili Beach
Enjoy long walks, spot birds and marine life, and watch surfers ride big waves at this award-winning beach on the Gower Peninsula.
Oxwich Bay Beach
Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.
Mumbles Pier
Amble along this Victorian Pier for its arcade games and café and enjoy the views of the sea and the lighthouse.
Oystermouth Castle
Walk along the high glass bridge that runs through the ruins of this Norman chateau to encounter its hidden halls.
Caswell Bay Beach
Surf on the choppy waters of this scenic bay and trek along the nature paths for gorgeous views of cliffs and headlands.
Things to do
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
Bannau Brycheiniog Brecon Beacons Hay on Wye Tour
From Cardiff: The Gower - Mumbles, Three Cliffs And Worms Head
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Swansea
Top hotels in Mount Pleasant
Amelia Airheart
Pleasant, airy room with good heating and light. Lovely reception and service from Amelia. Quiet area, with local shops and eateries, and ample parking. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Phoenix
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
I stayed on 2 May Parking is available at a reduced rate of 5£ day hotel has a great location on beach and walking distance of shops and restaurants etc etc Hotel check in was easy and pleasant with information needed Room had a slight musk smell as windows cannot be opened and only air is a air ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Village Hotel Swansea
2 night stay. Did not have room cleaned for second night. Gym was good.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Blanco's Hotel Port Talbot
Staff were excellent clean room.good food
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Swansea
Still in the middle of a major refurbishment but a nice nights stay - bed whilst softer than I am used to was surprisingly comfortable. Bathroom is basic - would suggest changing whatever is used to clean this area as it’s’scent’ just reminded me of public loos. Will probably come back once remake ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant
Castle
Castle is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Grand Theatre and LC Swansea while you're in town.
Townhill
When in Townhill, you can plan a visit to Grand Theatre and LC Swansea, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Uplands
Unique features of Uplands include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Swansea Beach or Swansea Bay while you're exploring the area.
Cwmbrwla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cwmbrwla and surrounding area, you can visit Swansea.com Stadium and Grand Theatre.
Landore
When in Landore, you can plan a visit to Swansea.com Stadium and LC Swansea, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
St. Thomas
St. Thomas is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Swansea Marina and National Waterfront Museum if you have time to explore the area.
