Merthyr Cynog Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo "Merthyr Cynog" by Jonathan Billinger (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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Photo "Merthyr Cynog" by Jonathan Billinger (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Jonathan Billinger (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Merthyr Cynog" by Jonathan Billinger (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Jonathan Billinger (CC BY-SA)
Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel

3 out of 5
Cwm Taf, Brecon Road, Powys, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
The price is NZ$180 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$180
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
A Delightful Stay at Nant Ddu Lodge
"My stay at Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel & Spa (pronounced ‘Nan-thee’) was truly memorable. The food was absolutely amazing—every meal was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. The hotel itself was comfortable, cozy, and peaceful, making it the perfect retreat. The spa was fully booked during my stay, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
Best Western Ebbw Vale

Best Western Ebbw Vale

3 out of 5
7 Bridge Street, Ebbw Vale, Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$131 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$131
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ebbw Vale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (184 reviews)
"Great value"

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Best Western Ebbw Vale
Castle Hotel

Castle Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
The price is NZ$131 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$131
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Ynysfach Engine House and Joseph Parry's ...
6.4/10 (169 reviews)
"Staff very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The room was extremely comfortable, the only downside being the taps in the bath/ shower. To warn of hot water was an understatement - you had a choice. Be scalded or have at best a luke warm shower. As for food - we ate a late lunch there and the food ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Castle 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
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly vacation home in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Craig-y-Nos Country Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
Super lovely
"A lovely stay for our hike on pen y fan. While 28min from the mountain, it was a perfect place to stay for a safe clean, friendly nights stay. The restaurant was delicious and the staff was so very friendly. Very interesting paintings on the walls, parrots on the property. It was super lovely"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

The Sleeping Giant - Pen Y Cae Inn
James Place @ Dowlais

James Place @ Dowlais

3 out of 5
84 High Street, Caeharris, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Merthyr Tydfil. Enjoy free parking, a computer station, and an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Brecon Mountain Railway ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
"Great stay. Perfect to access the Brecons. Everything we needed in the studio. Very comfortable, clean, quiet with all facilities needed for our stay."

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

James Place @ Dowlais
The Castle Lodge

The Castle Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Castle Street, Tredegar, Wales
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tredegar. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Bedwellty House and Park ...
"Decent apartment, aimed at long stay I’d guess. Comfy bed No toiletries, would have liked tea, coffee, milk, kitchen roll or something kitchen wise…and a dishwasher rather than a washing machine…but as I say fine for longer stay Also lounge sofa smelt bodyish Good communication though"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2024

The Castle Lodge
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Popular places to visit

Pen y Fan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pen y Fan during your travels in Glyn Tarell. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's countryside.

Pen y Fan

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

Explore the great outdoors at Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Glyn Tarell. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center

Brecon Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Brecon with a stop at Brecon Cathedral. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Brecon Cathedral

Llangorse Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llangorse Lake during your travels in Llangorse. Wander the picturesque gardens in this relaxing area.

Llangorse Lake

Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Talgarth. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Pwll-y-wrach Nature Reserve

Brecon Castle

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Brecon Castle during your travels in Llywel. Discover the countryside and cafes in this relaxing area.

Brecon Castle

Activities

Hidden Footpaths Pen y Fan Summit Hiking Tour Brecon Beacons

Day Hike: Hidden Paths On Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons

NZ$159
per adult
Day Hike: Hidden Paths On Pen y Fan In The Brecon Beacons
Hiking Pen y Fan - The Highest Point In Southern Britain

Day Hike: Pen y Fan By Routes Less Travelled

NZ$159
per adult
Day Hike: Pen y Fan By Routes Less Travelled
1 Hour Archery Experience in Hereford

1 Hour Archery Experience in Hereford

NZ$59
per adult
1 Hour Archery Experience in Hereford
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Cities near Merthyr Cynog

Brecon Beacons National Park featuring farmland, land animals and a lake or waterhole

Brecon

Photo "Erwood" by Philip Halling (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Philip Halling (CC BY-SA)

Erwood