Ystradowen Travel Guide
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The Angel Hotel
"Wonderful stay in upgraded room. Our suite was clean, spacious and excellent value. Location very central to all amenities. Staff always pleasant and helpful. Building a little dated in parts but that did not detract from a wonderful stay. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
"upon arrival we was told we would have to pay to use the pool facilities. we ordered room service and was told we would have to wait 45 mins for it to arrive having us go down to reception as the phone in room was not working. The fire alarm went off at 23:50 waking us up which left is with a poor ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
"Fabulous stay."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
"Great stay. Lovely, modern, clean apartment. Only negative was the heat/temperature. There was a bit of a heatwave outside and the Dyson fan provided did nothing to cool the roasting apartment atmosphere. Aircon would have been welcomed but aside from that I would happily stay again (as long as there’s ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Central Studios
"The room was small but clean. You can hear others at night so dependent on how they are. Room needs airing out in arrival, as asthmatic."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
"Room was large, comfortable and had everything you need for an extended stay. Contactless checkin instructions were a bit confusing but in the end I got to my room. The room was modern but could have used a deep clean. Hallways were very noisy due to a family in the neighbouring room (otherwise would ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
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