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The Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

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Rated 9.3 in 307 reviews

The Gwaelod Y Garth Inn, nestled in the picturesque village of Gwaelod-y-Garth near Cardiff, United Kingdom, offers an enchanting retreat for those looking to experience the charm and tranquility of the Welsh countryside. This boutique hotel is well-regarded for its warm and inviting atmosphere, making it a popular choice for both locals and travelers seeking a peaceful escape just a short drive from the bustling city of Cardiff.

The inn is steeped in history, boasting a traditional stone façade and classic architecture that reflect its rich heritage. Inside, guests are greeted with a welcoming ambiance enhanced by a tasteful blend of rustic charm and modern comforts. The rooms are thoughtfully designed to ensure a relaxing stay, each offering cozy furnishings and carefully selected décor that reflects the character of the region.

The Gwaelod Y Garth Inn is renowned for its excellent dining options. Guests can indulge in a delightful culinary experience at the onsite restaurant, which features a menu that celebrates locally sourced ingredients and traditional Welsh flavors. Whether enjoying a hearty meal by the fire in the winter months or savoring a refreshing drink on the patio during warmer seasons, visitors are guaranteed a memorable dining experience.

Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, the inn is perfectly situated for exploring the area's outdoor attractions, including scenic hiking trails and breathtaking views. With its combination of authentic charm and modern amenities, The Gwaelod Y Garth Inn serves as an ideal getaway for those seeking to enjoy the beauty and culture of Wales.

Climate and Weather

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Michelin Restaurants in Cardiff and near The Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

Castell Coch
Castell Coch
Castle in Tongwynlais, Cardiff, Wales, UK
2km / 1.2mi
Nantgarw Chinaworks Museum
Nantgarw Chinaworks Museum
Local museum in Wales
1.6km / 0.99mi
Radyr Golf Club
Golf club in Cardiff, Wales
3.5km / 2.2mi
Caerphilly Miners' Centre for the Community
Caerphilly Miners' Centre for the Community
Former hospital
4km / 2.5mi
Tabernacle Independent Chapel
Tabernacle Independent Chapel
Independent chapel in Efail Isaf
2.8km / 1.7mi
St Catwg's Church
St Catwg's Church
Church in Pentyrch, Cardiff, Wales
2.5km / 1.6mi
Caerphilly Golf Club
Caerphilly Golf Club
UK golf club
3.9km / 2.4mi
Groes Wen Independent
Groes Wen Independent
Independent chapel in Penyrheol
3.3km / 2.1mi
Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle
Castle in Caerphilly, Wales
5km / 3.1mi
St Mary's Church
St Mary's Church
Church in Whitchurch, Cardiff, Wales
5.4km / 3.4mi
Morgraig Castle
Morgraig Castle
Castle in Caerphilly, Wales, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Church of Christ Church
Church of Christ Church
Grade II listed building in City and County of Cardiff, near the centre of Radyr, just SW of the central crossroads
4.1km / 2.6mi
Parc Cefn Onn
Country park in Wales
6km / 3.7mi
Whitchurch War Memorial
Whitchurch War Memorial
War memorial in Cardiff, Wales
5km / 3.1mi
Whitchurch Methodist Church
Methodist chapel in WhitChurch in
5.1km / 3.2mi
The Wendy House
The Wendy House
Grade II listed building in City and County of Cardiff. On a small lane/footpath leading from the main thoroughfare Heol-y-deri to the green, Y Groes; close to No.16 Y Groes.
5.2km / 3.3mi
Llanishen Golf Club
Golf club in Cardiff, Wales
5.6km / 3.5mi
Melingriffith Water Pump
Melingriffith Water Pump
Water-driven water pump in Whitchurch, Cardiff, Wales, UK, built around 1793 to return water from the Melingriffith Tin Plate Works to the Glamorganshire Canal
4.8km / 3mi
Caerphilly Cenotaph
Caerphilly Cenotaph
War memorial in Caerphilly, Wales
5.2km / 3.2mi
St John's
St John's
Grade II listed building in City and County of Cardiff, Wales, UK, in the north-western corner of Llandaff Community where it abuts Radyr Community
5.4km / 3.4mi
Hailey Park
Park in Cardiff
4.8km / 3mi
Wesley Methodist Church
Wesley Methodist Church
Grade II listed building in Caerphilly, located at the junction of Crescent Road and St Fagan's Street, just W of the town centre. Set into the slope with elevated entry over basement area
4.7km / 2.9mi
Tabernacle Chapel
Tabernacle Chapel
Chapel in Whitchurch, Cardiff, Wales
5.8km / 3.6mi
Van Road Congregational Church
Van Road Congregational Church
Congregational chapel in Caerphilly
5.1km / 3.2mi
Caerphilly Workmen's Hall and Institute
Caerphilly Workmen's Hall and Institute
Workmen's hall and former cinema in Caerphilly, Wales
5.3km / 3.3mi
Church of St Martin
Church of St Martin
Church in Caerphilly, Wales
4.7km / 2.9mi
Memorial to David Williams
Memorial to David Williams
Grade II listed building in Caerphilly. In the park overlooking the lake immediately S of Caerphilly Castle.
4.9km / 3mi
University of South Wales Art Collection Museum
Museum in Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom
5.7km / 3.5mi
Llandaff Cathedral
Llandaff Cathedral
Anglican cathedral in Cardiff, Wales
7km / 4.4mi
St Fagans National Museum of History
St Fagans National Museum of History
Open-air museum in St Fagans, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
6.4km / 4mi
Victoria Park, Cardiff
Victoria Park, Cardiff
Park in Cardiff
7.8km / 4.9mi
Roath Park
Roath Park
Park in Cardiff, Wales, UK
7.9km / 4.9mi
St Dyfrig's Church
St Dyfrig's Church
Grade II listed building in Pontypridd, Prominently sited at the S end of Broadway, W of the River Taff at Machine Bridge
6.2km / 3.9mi
St Joseph's Church
St Joseph's Church
Church in Gabalfa, Cardiff, Wales
7.9km / 4.9mi
Saint Fagans Castle
Saint Fagans Castle
Elizabethan manor house in St Fagans, Cardiff, Wales
6.8km / 4.2mi
Ynysangharad Park
Ynysangharad Park
Park in United Kingdom
7km / 4.4mi
Royal Mint Museum
Numismatics museum located in Llantrisant, Wales, United Kingdom
7.6km / 4.8mi
Bishop's Palace
Bishop's Palace
Ruined palace in Llandaff, Cardiff, Wales
7.1km / 4.4mi
Church of the Resurrection
Church of the Resurrection
Church in Ely, Cardiff, Wales
7.8km / 4.8mi
St Catherine's Church
St Catherine's Church
Church in Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
7.6km / 4.7mi
Llantrisant Castle
Llantrisant Castle
Castle in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, UK
6.8km / 4.2mi
St Teilo's Church
St Teilo's Church
Church re-erected at St Fagans National Museum of History, Cardiff, Wales
6.6km / 4.1mi
St Mary's Church
St Mary's Church
Church in St Fagans, Cardiff, Wales
6.7km / 4.2mi
St Isan's Church
St Isan's Church
Church in Llanishen, Cardiff, Wales
6.4km / 4mi
St Denys Church
St Denys Church
Church in Lisvane, Cardiff, Wales
7.6km / 4.7mi

What to do in Cardiff and near The Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

Castell Coch
Castell Coch
Castle in Tongwynlais, Cardiff, Wales, UK
2km / 1.2mi
Nantgarw Chinaworks Museum
Nantgarw Chinaworks Museum
Local museum in Wales
1.6km / 0.99mi
Radyr Golf Club
Golf club in Cardiff, Wales
3.5km / 2.2mi
Caerphilly Miners' Centre for the Community
Caerphilly Miners' Centre for the Community
Former hospital
4km / 2.5mi
Tabernacle Independent Chapel
Tabernacle Independent Chapel
Independent chapel in Efail Isaf
2.8km / 1.7mi
St Catwg's Church
St Catwg's Church
Church in Pentyrch, Cardiff, Wales
2.5km / 1.6mi
Caerphilly Golf Club
Caerphilly Golf Club
UK golf club
3.9km / 2.4mi
Groes Wen Independent
Groes Wen Independent
Independent chapel in Penyrheol
3.3km / 2.1mi
Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle
Castle in Caerphilly, Wales
5km / 3.1mi
St Mary's Church
St Mary's Church
Church in Whitchurch, Cardiff, Wales
5.4km / 3.4mi
Morgraig Castle
Morgraig Castle
Castle in Caerphilly, Wales, UK
4.5km / 2.8mi
Church of Christ Church
Church of Christ Church
Grade II listed building in City and County of Cardiff, near the centre of Radyr, just SW of the central crossroads
4.1km / 2.6mi
Parc Cefn Onn
Country park in Wales
6km / 3.7mi
Whitchurch War Memorial
Whitchurch War Memorial
War memorial in Cardiff, Wales
5km / 3.1mi
Whitchurch Methodist Church
Methodist chapel in WhitChurch in
5.1km / 3.2mi
The Wendy House
The Wendy House
Grade II listed building in City and County of Cardiff. On a small lane/footpath leading from the main thoroughfare Heol-y-deri to the green, Y Groes; close to No.16 Y Groes.
5.2km / 3.3mi
Llanishen Golf Club
Golf club in Cardiff, Wales
5.6km / 3.5mi
Melingriffith Water Pump
Melingriffith Water Pump
Water-driven water pump in Whitchurch, Cardiff, Wales, UK, built around 1793 to return water from the Melingriffith Tin Plate Works to the Glamorganshire Canal
4.8km / 3mi
Caerphilly Cenotaph
Caerphilly Cenotaph
War memorial in Caerphilly, Wales
5.2km / 3.2mi
St John's
St John's
Grade II listed building in City and County of Cardiff, Wales, UK, in the north-western corner of Llandaff Community where it abuts Radyr Community
5.4km / 3.4mi
Hailey Park
Park in Cardiff
4.8km / 3mi
Wesley Methodist Church
Wesley Methodist Church
Grade II listed building in Caerphilly, located at the junction of Crescent Road and St Fagan's Street, just W of the town centre. Set into the slope with elevated entry over basement area
4.7km / 2.9mi
Tabernacle Chapel
Tabernacle Chapel
Chapel in Whitchurch, Cardiff, Wales
5.8km / 3.6mi
Van Road Congregational Church
Van Road Congregational Church
Congregational chapel in Caerphilly
5.1km / 3.2mi
Caerphilly Workmen's Hall and Institute
Caerphilly Workmen's Hall and Institute
Workmen's hall and former cinema in Caerphilly, Wales
5.3km / 3.3mi
Church of St Martin
Church of St Martin
Church in Caerphilly, Wales
4.7km / 2.9mi
Memorial to David Williams
Memorial to David Williams
Grade II listed building in Caerphilly. In the park overlooking the lake immediately S of Caerphilly Castle.
4.9km / 3mi
University of South Wales Art Collection Museum
Museum in Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom
5.7km / 3.5mi
Llandaff Cathedral
Llandaff Cathedral
Anglican cathedral in Cardiff, Wales
7km / 4.4mi
St Fagans National Museum of History
St Fagans National Museum of History
Open-air museum in St Fagans, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
6.4km / 4mi

About Cardiff

Cardiff, the capital of Wales, offers a range of activities and attractions that reflect its rich history and vibrant culture. Cardiff Castle stands out as a historical landmark, blending Roman and Norman influences with stunning architecture and gardens. Visitors can explore the castle's interior and enjoy panoramic views from the tower.

Another significant site is the National Museum Cardiff, where you can find impressive collections of art, archaeology, and natural history. The museum is a great place to learn about Welsh heritage and view works by notable artists.

For those interested in culture, the Wales Millennium Centre is a major arts venue showcasing opera, theater, and dance performances. The building itself is an architectural marvel and serves as a hub for creative events.

Strolling through Cardiff Bay provides a pleasant experience, with its waterfront dining options and the iconic Senedd, the home of the Welsh Parliament. This area is also ideal for enjoying outdoor activities, such as boating or simply taking in the scenery.

If you’re looking for a more relaxed atmosphere, Bute Park offers expansive green space with walking paths, gardens, and the River Taff running through it. It’s a perfect spot for a leisurely afternoon.

Finally, the Cardiff Market is a vibrant place to explore local produce and artisanal goods. It reflects the city's community spirit and provides an authentic taste of Cardiff's culinary scene.

These diverse options provide a comprehensive experience of Cardiff, catering to history enthusiasts, art lovers, and those simply looking to enjoy the outdoors.




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