Penarth

Travel Guide

A calm waterfront with a pier extending into the water, a row of lamp posts, and a building with a dome and tower.
A historic Penarth Pier building with a distinctive dome and columns.
The Custom House with a clock tower, surrounded by greenery and a landscaped area.
A waterfront promenade at night with string lights, benches, and a railing.
Photo by Jeremy Segrott from Cardiff, Wales, UK (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
A pier extending into calm waters with a rocky shoreline.

Where to stay in Penarth

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A row of brightly colored beach huts with doors and windows.

Dinas Powys

Travelers like the golf courses in Dinas Powys, and Cosmeston Lakes Country Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
A wooden pier with benches and string lights, leading to a sunset over the water.

Llandough

Though Llandough might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cardiff International Sports Village and Cardiff Bay.
A lake surrounded by dense green forest, with a clear sky and distant mountains.
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Open Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

Sully

When in Sully, you can plan a visit to Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Barry Island Pleasure Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
A lake with a wooden dock and various birds, including swans and ducks, on the water and on the dock.
Photo by Callum Witts
Open Photo by Callum Witts

Sully and Lavernock

If you're spending some time in Sully and Lavernock, Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Pennarth Beach are top sights worth seeing.
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is CA $87 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
CA $87
CA $104 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,511 reviews)
"The staff were lovely and the location excellent however the upkeep of the hotel is dated. It’s about the only thing holding it back."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is CA $188 per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
CA $188
CA $226 total
Nov 27 - Nov 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,453 reviews)
"What stood out about Celtic Manor was how naturally the staff made my son and his girlfriend feel like they were there to celebrate. We booked the stay for his 25th birthday on 7 November, and the team picked up on the occasion as soon as they arrived. They surprised them with an upgrade to a room ..."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is CA $110 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
CA $110
CA $133 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,680 reviews)
"Well situated to visit venues in city and lovely cardiff bay. There did seem to be a shortage of staff on bar duty."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, meeting facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Utilita Arena Cardiff are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (92 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and well appointed."

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (162 reviews)
"Great customer service response"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

Quay Apartments Clarence House
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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.

Stay near popular Penarth attractions

A lake surrounded by dense green forest, with a clear sky and distant mountains.
Photo by Melanie Hartshorn
Open Photo by Melanie Hartshorn

Cosmeston Lakes Country Park

7.0/10 (2 reviews)
<p>Experience serene lakes, diverse wildlife, and scenic walking trails at Cosmeston Lakes Country Park, perfect for leisurely strolls and nature photography in a tranquil setting.</p>
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Things to do

Caerphilly Castle

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

CA $138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

CA $160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

CA $160
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: National Park, Waterfalls & More Day Tour

CA $151
per adult
Cardiff: National Park, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
Cardiff: Waterfalls, Mountains & Cathedrals Full Day Tour

Cardiff: National Park, Waterfalls & More Day Tour

CA $160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff: National Park, Waterfalls & More Day Tour
Luggage Storage in Cardiff

Luggage Storage in Cardiff

CA $14
per adult
Luggage Storage in Cardiff
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Cities near Penarth

A castle surrounded by lush green trees and a park with people relaxing.

Cardiff

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