Ystalyfera

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Glan yr Afon, Ystalyfera Looking along the road to Mynydd Allt-y-grug (338m), which overlooks the Swansea Valley.
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Glan yr Afon, Ystalyfera Looking along the road to Mynydd Allt-y-grug (338m), which overlooks the Swansea Valley.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cilbrwyn Countryside Retreat

Cilbrwyn Countryside Retreat

4 out of 5
Graig Rd Swansea Wales
The price is AED 384 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
AED 384
AED 384 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Parc-y-Darren and Alltygrug Park are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Very helpful and friendly. And a lovely breakfast.

Reviewed on 31 October 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 AED 275 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
AED 275
AED 330 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
Excellent alround

Reviewed on 4 January 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Cwm Taf Merthyr Tydfil Wales
The price is AED 328 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 328
AED 394 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (547 reviews)
Very helpful staff, peaceful relaxing atmosphere & enjoyed swimming pool

Reviewed on 10 January 2026

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
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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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
The room was ckean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 30 December 2025

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 water park. Popular attractions Aberdare Swimming Pool and Aberdare ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Great area for exploring south wales. The house was beautifully decorated for Christmas. So lovely, cosy and clean . The hot tub and play park for the kids was an additional bonus. Beds were comfy and It had everything you need. The owners and House keeping lady were really helpful when we had any ...

Reviewed on 30 December 2025

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

Nik The Greek

4 out of 5
9-13 Stepney Road Burry Port Wales
Stay at this aparthotel in Burry Port. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Burry Port Lighthouse and Pembrey Country Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
Nice small cosy room that was toasty warm. Only marked it down as the milk in the little pots was just a solid mass of gloop so could not make a drink. A note on the wall advised that milk was available downstairs in the bar, which is no good if you make a first brew after the place is closed.

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

Nik The Greek
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4.5/5(4 reviews)

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Rhossili Beach showing a sandy beach, landscape views and a bay or harbor

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Grand Theatre

4/5(1 review)

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Caswell Bay Beach showing hiking or walking as well as an individual male

Caswell Bay Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views

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4.5/5(5 reviews)

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