Gower Peninsula
Travel Guide
Visit Gower Peninsula
Where to stay in Gower Peninsula
Castle
Castle is known for its lively bars, and you can plan a trip to Grand Theatre and LC Swansea while you're in town.
St. Thomas
St. Thomas is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Dylan Thomas Centre and Maritime Quarter while you're in town.
Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton
Unique features of Llangennith, Llanmadoc and Cheriton include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Rhossili Beach or Whiteford National Nature Reserve while you're exploring the area.
Llanrhidian Higher
When in Llanrhidian Higher, you can plan a visit to Parc y Scarlets and Three Cliffs Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bon-y-maen
Travelers like the historic sites in Bon-y-maen, and Grosnez Castle is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Llansamlet
Visitors to Llansamlet enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Celtic Trail is worth a stop.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea
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Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Village Hotel Swansea
Comfortable bed, I slept really well. The room was spotless and refreshed every couple of days. Staff very helpful
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
The Grand Hotel Swansea
Room clean and spacious
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Cwmbach Cottages
Lovely peaceful location and lodge has everything you need for a relaxing stay. We’d definitely look to stay here again when we’re next in the area. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Meridian Tower Apartment
A distinctly average property that lacked a few touches
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2024
Marina View Apartment
Popular places to visit
Three Cliffs Bay Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Three Cliffs Bay Beach during your travels in Swansea? Stroll along the marina in this quaint area, or check out its lively bars.
Rhossili Beach
Often named as one of the best beaches in the UK and even the world, Rhossili Beach in the Gower Peninsula is unsurprisingly a popular attraction. It has also been called the “supermodel of British beaches” by The Independent because of its good looks, as well as the UK’s most dog-friendly beach by The Times.
Oxwich Bay Beach
Stroll along one of Britain’s most picturesque beaches and follow the trails into the nature reserve for its diverse landscape.
Grand Theatre
Swansea Grand Theatre is located on Singleton Street in the heart of the city of Swansea, Wales. This performing arts venue stages a host of plays, pantomimes, operas, stand-up performances and offerings from touring companies.
Mumbles Pier
One of Swansea’s most recognisable landmarks, the imposing Victorian pier on the southwestern corner of Swansea Bay holds both historic value and offers an entertaining way to pass the afternoon. Once a favoured haunt of Dylan Thomas, this iconic attraction in the village of Mumbles now plays host to tourists and locals out to enjoy themselves.
Singleton Park
Once a private estate, today this urban park is a place to enjoy botanical gardens, miniature golf and live music performances.
