What is Abercarn like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Newport's Abercarn neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake as part of your Abercarn travel plans.

What's the best hotel for a stay in Abercarn?

Based on our traveller data, Old Shop is one of the top choices for your stay in Abercarn. This 3.5-star holiday home offers in-room kitchens and free WiFi.

How many hotels will I find in Abercarn?

When you want to find places to stay in Newport, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Abercarn.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Abercarn, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Abercarn.

What can I see and do in this Newport neighbourhood?

Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Abercarn. You might also plan a visit to Twmbarlwm Mountain when you're sightseeing in Newport.

Top 10 Abercarn Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Abercarn

"Very homely would stay here every time I'm in Barry."

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"Wonderful stay!"

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12 Mar - 13 Mar

"Very friendly staff very good breakfast (additional charge) large clean room although dated."

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13 Mar - 14 Mar

"The bedrooms were in a clean condition & comfortable. The only criticism is even though there was free WiFi it took awhile to gain the internet. The TV reception was awful the screen kept breaking up when watching a programme. "

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30 Mar - 31 Mar

"Really helpful and friendly staff."

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17 Mar - 18 Mar

"Area"

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"In a great position. Simple rooms but all you need "

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"A nice walk from the city centre, quiet convenient place to stay."

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"Lovely old hotel friendly staff great location "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"Very convenient location "

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30 Mar - 31 Mar

"stayed here multiple times in mulitple rooms they are all comfy and cozy the beds are soft with mulitple pillows to choose from, the room also has full sky tv ,the restaurant and bar have plenty of choice of food and drink from wines beers ciders , the staff are top quality assisting you in anyway possible and are just a phone call away using the in room phone "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"When I arrived the staff were polite and friendly, the room was well presented and clean, unfortunately there was a noticeable smell coming from the shower drain. In the evening when I used the stairs there was a fork and some food that had been spilled, this was still there in the morning. I advised the staff at reception and they sorted it."

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17 Mar - 18 Mar

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains

"I am a visitor from Germany and don’t know Cardiff. This place was very clean and nicely fitted out/decorated, with some nice modern touches which lifted the place above the average and made it feel more cheerful :-) Everything I needed was there. I felt comfortable and safe. Great location with bus stop outside the door and very close to city centre and train station. The only thing I would recommend is checking the mattress-which seemed to be uneven. It may be time for a new one! Many...

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"Nice clean room, very comfortable, good breakfast. Very convenient for city centre. Staff friendly and helpful."

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"The location is excellent. So close to the station & shops & restaurants. Would definitely stay again. Breakfast good but not amazing. Room basic but nice. "

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"it was located in an ideal location, beautiful room and house in general"

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18 Mar - 19 Mar

"Great staff assistance!"

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26 Mar - 27 Mar

"Even though from the outside, the building looks a bit rough, it is really nice inside! Would book myself again into The Royal without any hesitation should the need arise. Very good quality breakfast, nice rooms. Recommended!"

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"A lovely stay in a clean and comfortable room with all amenities. Great location and helpful staff. Breakfast was very nice. "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"Beautiful hotel in perfext location for shops and nightlife. All fixtures and fittings of a very high standard. Lovely stay, we will be back! "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

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