Whether you’re here for the Brecon Beacons or just ‘doing’ south Wales, you should stay a good while at our hotel in Merthyr Tydfil. Among the most historically fascinating and beautiful parts of Wales, Merthyr Tydfil was once ‘Iron Capital of the World’ and today boasts some breathtaking scenery. Make time for Cyfarthfa Castle and the Brecon Mountain Railway.
Hotels in Merthyr Tydfil
What to do in Merthyr Tydfil
Explore Cyfarthfa Castle
The museum and art gallery of this Regency mansion feature the first steam whistle and voting ballot box, as well as dresses by Laura Ashley.
Ride the Brecon Mountain Railway
This vintage steam locomotive runs from Pant to Pontsticill, with views of the Brecon Beacons and Taf Fechan reservoir along the way.