Ystalyfera

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Glan yr Afon, Ystalyfera Looking along the road to Mynydd Allt-y-grug (338m), which overlooks the Swansea Valley.
Houses on the switchback Graig Road, left, goes uphill to Ystalyfera, Church Road, right, comes up from the main road which follows the Tawe valley floor.
On Swansea Canal aqueduct over the Twrch at Gurnos This portion of the disused canal is now dry but the south side towpath is a public footpath and may even be part of the mercurial cycle route 43.
Raised field boundary in former coalfield There have been several collieries here over the years. The sunken fields choked with wet reeds suggest to me that this is restored open cast land. The fence has been erected on a raised causeway which provides much better access than the fields either side.
River Twrch Looking north from Glan Yr Afon road, Ystalyfera.
Cilbrwyn Countryside Retreat

Cilbrwyn Countryside Retreat

4 out of 5
Graig Rd Swansea Wales
The price is CA $145 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
CA $145
CA $145 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
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Stay at this guesthouse in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Parc-y-Darren and Alltygrug Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Very helpful and friendly. And a lovely breakfast.

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

Cilbrwyn Countryside Retreat
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea

4 out of 5
Maritime Quarter Swansea Wales
The price is CA $114 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
CA $114
CA $137 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (567 reviews)
Great sized room. Friendly staff in Reception and in the bar.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Village Hotel Swansea

Village Hotel Swansea

4 out of 5
Langdon Road Swansea Wales
The price is CA $171 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
CA $171
CA $205 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
From the outset the reception was chaotic with lots of noisey people. I had to queue for self check-in. I queried why there was a £5 car parking charge when this hadn't been pointed out prior to my booking. I asked why this was and he said because I booked with Expedia. So be careful. The hotel was ...

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Village Hotel Swansea
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn

3 out of 5
Pen Y Ace Inn Swansea Wales
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
"266" 4 STAR!  HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World

Aberdare WLS
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Aberdare. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
Really accommodating hosts. They did everything to make sure our stay was trouble-free. The garden is very private and the hot tub was great. Comfortable home in a good location, with supermarkets in walking distance.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

"266" 4 STAR! HOT-TUB, LOG-FIRE, BQ, PLAYGROUND, BIKE LOCKUP, Nr Zip World
James Place @ Dowlais

James Place @ Dowlais

3 out of 5
84 High Street Merthyr Tydfil Wales
Stay at this apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station, and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Pretty reasonable place with easy parking and decent amenities

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

James Place @ Dowlais
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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