Penmaen
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 relaxing 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.
The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Secrets of Bristol Waterfront: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour
Doctor Who and Cinematic Cardiff: Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Penmaen
The Angel Hotel
All staff on reception were very welcoming/helpful. The room was very nice and clean great shower too.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Parkgate Hotel
This impressive hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Cardiff, and very easy to find. No parking available although there are 2 NCP car parks within a couple of minutes’ walk. Very clean throughout with excellent amenities and very polite and helpful staff. I’d happily book here again.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Celtic Manor Resort
Wonderful stay in a lovely bedroom. Not impressed with the cooked breakfast. Bacon overdone and tasteless. Everything else ok. xx
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
A great all round hotel
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Clean and well maintained. Great facilities. But overall a bit dated.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penmaen
Caerleon
Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Amphitheatre.
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.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Llantrisant
Llantrisant is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Royal Mint Experience and Llantrisant Leisure Centre.
Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.
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 Cardiff City Hall.
