Pontsticill
Travel Guide
Visit Pontsticill

The Butchers Arms
I was going to visit the Brecon Mountain Railway and I needed somewhere close by to stay for the night. Luckily, I chose the Butchers Arms. The room was lovely and clean and the bed very comfortable. The food was filling and tasty and I had breakfast looking across to the start of the Brecon Beacons. ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Parkway Hotel & Spa
We had a few teething problems on arrival which were corrected immediately. Staff are amazing.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
Very friendly attentive staff at check in and breakfast service. The room was spotless, large shower cubicle, excellent hot water and good water pressure, with Dove products provided. Well lit car park, conveniently located near major roads. Healthy options for a working breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
Lovely quality room, clean and spacious. Bed super comfy! Nice powerful shower. Easy to park. Pub really cosy, dinner was delicious. Micro Zoo really sweet.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

James Place @ Dowlais
My accommodation at James's Place was perfect for my needs. Modern and stylish design. Fresh and clean throughout. Nice touches such as Welsh cakes and milk on arrival. Great information shared about the local area. Would highly recommend 10/10
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Old Stables
Fantastic self contained apartments in a lovely location. Immaculately kept and a big comfy bed! Staff very friendly and came to see us to make sure we'd settled in OK. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2024
Popular places to visit

Brecon Mountain Railway
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Brecon Mountain Railway during your travels in Pant. Discover the mountain views and countryside in this relaxing area.

Pontsticill Reservoir
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pontsticill Reservoir during your travels in Merthyr Tydfil. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Garwnant Visitor Centre
Garwnant Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Hirwaun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the rocky beaches or discover the area's countryside.
Cyfarthfa Park and Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cyfarthfa Park and Museum in Park. Amble around the area's parks or seek out its golf courses.
Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden
Learn about the local history of Aberfan when you spend time at Aberfan Disaster Memorial Garden.
Joseph Parry's Cottage
Learn about the local history of Park when you take a trip to Joseph Parry's Cottage. Discover the area's spas and seek out its golf courses.
Things to do

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.









