Ely

Cardiff

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Popular places to visit

Millennium Stadium showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Principality Stadium

4.5/5(198 reviews)

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.

Principality Stadium
Wales Millennium Centre featuring a square or plaza, modern architecture and a city

Cardiff Bay

4.5/5(190 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Cardiff Bay
Barry Island Beach

Barry Island Beach

4/5(76 reviews)

If you’re looking for a quintessential Welsh seaside experience, look no further than Barry Beach in the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan.

Barry Island Beach
Cardiff Castle featuring heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture

Cardiff Castle

4.5/5(251 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

Cardiff Castle
Cardiff University

Cardiff University

4/5(44 reviews)

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.

Cardiff University
Wales Millennium Centre showing signage, modern architecture and street scenes

Wales Millennium Centre

4.5/5(210 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

Wales Millennium Centre

Things to do

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour

€20
per adult
Cardiff: City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

€15
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Castell Coch, Tongwynlais

From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour

€114
per adult
From Cardiff: Three Castles, Welsh Mountains & More Day Tour
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff

€29
per adult
Guided Cycle Tours of Cardiff
Explore Cardiff in 90 minutes with a Local

Explore Cardiff in 90 minutes with a Local

€183
per adult
Explore Cardiff in 90 minutes with a Local
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys

€104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cardiff: Guided Tour of Welsh Valleys
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Top hotels in Ely

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,523 reviews)
Sad but hope!!
"Having last visited 25 years ago in its hey day , it was second to none. 5 star all round. Sorry to see it so sad today. But I hear it’s going to be totally refurbished and extended. If such is the case, we shall be back. The staff were still 5 star, friendly helpful and professional. A top team ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

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The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road, Coldra Wood, Newport, Wales
The price is €138 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
€138
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,313 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, however very dated rooms that need some TLC"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Celtic Manor Resort
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €119 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
€119
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,725 reviews)
"We really liked this property. The bed was super comfortable. Location great although you cannot pull up outside. Breakfast was very good with attentive staff. In fact all staff we encountered were super friendly. The only negative for me was, like so many other hotels, the lighting was not great ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

The Parkgate Hotel
Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
29 Pendwyallt Road, Coryton, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €82 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€82
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice rooms but no air con"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Village Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €87 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€87
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Great stay away as always with lovely staff
"Excellent staff on booking in, allowed early book in which was great as it meant we could watch the rugby after putting our things in our room. Downside was the air conditioning was not working in our room, extremely hot as it was 32 degrees in Cardiff. However they rectified the problem immediately ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach, Saunders Road, Cardiff, Wales
The price is €53 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€53
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,051 reviews)
Great location
"Stayed here a couple of times as location great. Car parking available at the train station with a few minutes walk. Rooms are very small and compact but compared to a lot of hotels in Cardiff if you can put up with that it is good value for money"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
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Other neighbourhoods around Ely

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Pontcanna

4.5/5(70 area reviews)

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

Pontcanna
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Riverside

4/5(59 area reviews)

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.

Riverside
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Whitchurch

4/5(29 area reviews)

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.

Whitchurch
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Gabalfa

Gabalfa is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or Llandaff Cathedral.

Gabalfa
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Grangetown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Grangetown
Cardiff showing a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and modern architecture

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter

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