Monnington Lodge - Originally a 16th century farmhouse, this friendly country inn is set in its own grounds, overlooking the small town of Blackwood, near Newport, with the Brecon Beacons within easy reach. Monnington Lodge was once owned by the family of the infamous Captain Henry Morgan. Today, this quaint building is brimming with country charm and its own wonderful unique character, giving you a warm sense of welcome from the moment you arrive. Just a short distance from some of the region's most beautiful woodland, the lodge is nevertheless within easy reach of the cities of Newport, Cardiff and Bristol. There are 15 modern en suite rooms, each with tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV. Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout. Family run, Monnington Lodge is renowned throughout the local area for its high-quality food, first-class service and relaxed atmosphere.

Premier Inn Pontypool - Expect comfortable rooms with luxury power showers at the Premier Inn Pontypool, which has free parking and is close to Pontypool and New Inn Rail Station Some of the rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children are also served a free full breakfast, when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast includes cooked items, vegetarian options and a wide continental selection. Premier Inn Pontypool is next to a Harvester restaurant, serving a varied menu, in a welcoming environment.

Park Plaza Cardiff - A previous AA Hotel of the Year for Wales, this luxury, contemporary-style hotel is in the heart of Cardiff, within easy reach of the main entertainment and business districts. Situated on Greyfriars Road, the 4-star Park Plaza Cardiff provides the ideal base from which to explore Wales's capital city. Just a short distance away from the hotel you will find Cardiff Castle, the Millennium Stadium, New Theatre Cardiff and several museums. Cardiff's main shopping street, with 2 shopping centres, is just around the corner. After a long day of meetings or sightseeing you can relax with the use of the Park Plaza's extensive leisure facilities. The Laguna Health & Spa features a 20-metre indoor heated pool, comprehensive gym equipment, spa-bath, steam room and 8 massage and treatment rooms. The Park Plaza Cardiff also offers specially themed Dr Who packages.

Express By Holiday Inn Swansea West M4, JCT.43 - Choose Express by Holiday Inn Swansea and enjoy a warm Welsh welcome, with easy access to Swansea, junction 43 of the M4 motorway and the picturesque Gower coast.

Novotel Cardiff Centre - Around 400 metres from the Cardiff International Arena, the modern Novotel Cardiff Centre has an indoor swimming pool, well placed for both the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Bay. The 4-star Novotel Cardiff Centre is a stylish, modern hotel with a heated pool, gym, sauna, steam bath and whirlpool. There is also a solarium available (additional cost). This Novotel hotel has its own Elements restaurant and 24-hour room service is available. The bar is open all night on Fridays and Saturdays. Up to 2 children (under 16 years) can stay free (with breakfast) when sharing a room with adults. This includes access to video games, baby equipment and a healthy children's menu. Families also get late check-out on Sundays (until 17:00). Novotel Cardiff Centre is less than a mile (around 900 metres) from Cardiff Central and Cardiff Bay rail stations.

The Kings Hotel - Just 5 minutes from the M4, in the host city of the 2010 Ryder Cup, this privately owned hotel offers modern services and traditional comforts, next to rail and bus services. Filled with individual character, The Kings Hotel has a light, contemporary Oasis Bar, where you can play pool or even the piano. Alternatively, there are the comfy sofas and TV in the lounge. Enjoy modern British cuisine with a Mediterranean touch in the Butterfields Restaurant. With an excellent nearby rail link, you're just 20 minutes from Cardiff and its world-famous Millennium Stadium.

Premier Inn Cardiff West - Within easy reach of the M4 motorway and only 8 miles (13 km) from Cardiff's city centre, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms, an on-site beefeater restaurant and free parking. The Premier Inn Cardiff West is only 7 miles (11.3 km) from Cardiff Airport and only 8 miles (13 km) from Cardiff Bay and the Red Dragon Centre. There is a bus stop directly outside the hotel, offering regular services to Cardiff, Barry and the airport. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site Beefeater restaurant specialises in char-grilled steaks.

Vale Hotel, Golf and Spa Resort - Nestled within over 650 acres of beautiful Welsh countryside, this modern resort is now firmly established as one of the UK's most desirable spa, golf and leisure destinations. The resort is home to a luxuriously appointed 143-bedroom, 4-star hotel, Wales' largest spa, 2 championship golf courses, unrivalled leisure facilities and 2 restaurants, one of which boasts an AA Rosette. When you are not taking advantage of the resort's superb facilities, you can explore the beautiful city of Cardiff. There is an ever-increasing choice of attractions to visit and the proximity to the coast and mountains means that Cardiff really does have something for everyone.

Rat Trap Hotel - The perfect base for a relaxing break in the South Wales Valleys, this newly-refurbished country inn is set between the Forest of Dean and the Brecon Beacons. The new owners, who have a wealth of experience as hoteliers, have vastly renovated the hotel to a high standard, creating an elegant yet comfortable country-style hotel with excellent accommodation and wonderful ? la carte cuisine. Sympathetically refurbished in 2008, the hotel displays levels of charm and character befitting such an establishment. Easily accessible, the Rat Trap Hotel is just 6 miles from junction 24 of the M4 and only 10 minutes' drive from Newport.

Mercure Holland House Hotel and Spa - Mercure Holland House Hotel & Spa is a 4-star luxury hotel situated in a prime city centre location, within minutes of the shopping district and the Millennium Stadium. Combining urban sophistication and exceptional luxury and service, this premier hotel offers superb accommodation with an award winning restaurant and bar, deluxe leisure club and spa. There are 165 luxurious bedrooms all fully air conditioned with warm cherry wood finish reflecting the warmth of the Holland House welcome. Overlooking the stunning views of the city, the rooms have supreme style and inspired modern design, resulting in comfort and relaxation for all of our guests.

Best Western St Mellons Hotel - This hotel and leisure club is steeped in Edwardian charm, resting within 7 acres of picturesque, landscaped gardens and only a short drive from Cardiff and Newport. The hotel's management and staff uphold the traditional, professional and courteous service expected from a dignified country hotel. Here, experience the gracious living of an earlier age with the contemporary facilities of a modern hotel. St Mellons Hotel offers extensive leisure and function facilities within peaceful, luxurious surroundings.

Ibis Swansea - The Ibis Swansea Bay hotel, featuring 99 modern rooms, a restaurant and a bar, is ideally situated in the heart of the SA1 waterfront development. Perfect for business or leisure, the hotel is just 5 minutes from the cafe and bar district of central Swansea and less than 15 minutes' drive from such tourist attractions as the Dylan Thomas Centre, the Liberty Stadium, the Grand Theatre, the National Maritime Museum as well as the Mumbles and the Gower Peninsula and its award winning beaches. Free car parking is available to hotel guests. The cafe serves an attractive evening menu, 18:00 to 22:00 and a 24-hour snack menu is available. An all you can eat continental buffet breakfast is served daily from 06:30 to 10:00 and until 12:00 at weekends, with an early riser breakfast available from 04:00 until 06:30 and a late riser option from 10:00 to 12:00.

Winston Country House Hotel and Spa - Set in 1.5 acres of secluded gardens, Winston Country House Hotel and Spa is on the Gower peninsular, a 10-minute drive from Swansea. 5 superb golf courses are nearby. Winston Country House Hotel offers superb leisure facilities, including an indoor heated pool. Krystal's Health Spa boasts a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, a hot bed and gym equipment. Relaxing spa treatments are also available. All of the comfortable en suite rooms have solid wood furniture and TVs. The luxurious executive suites boast in-room Jacuzzis. Churchill's Restaurant has received an AA Rosette for its outstanding cuisine. The family-run hotel is within a mile (1.6 km) of some of the region's most spectacular walks and only 2 miles (3.2 km) from the area's beautiful sandy beaches.

Premier Inn Cardiff City South - Close to Cardiff's city centre and less than a mile from the Millennium Stadium, Cardiff International Arena and Cardiff Bay, this modern hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. Close to the city's shops, restaurants and bars, the Premier Inn Cardiff City South is just a short walk from the Red Dragon Centre, home of the Dr Who exhibition, a cinema and bowling alley. All of the large, clean and modern rooms have satellite TV, hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities and telephone/modem points. Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is available each morning and includes scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. Next door, the Ocean Park Brewers Fayre restaurant offers traditional, great-value pub favourites in a family-friendly environment.

The Dolphin Hotel - Right in the heart of Swansea's city centre, just 800 metres from Swansea Railway Station and with easy access to the M4 motorway, the hotel offers comfortable en suite rooms at great-value rates. Originally constructed in 1960, the Dolphin Hotel offers a range of en suite rooms, all with radios, hairdryers and TVs with Sky channels. Each room has a telephone, an alarm clock and tea/coffee. The traditional bar offers a great selection of drinks and bar snacks. Room service is also available. All of Swansea's shops, pubs, bars, clubs and restaurants are just metres away. Free on-street parking is available in front of hotel from 16:30 until 09:30.

Singleton Hotel - Highly commended by the Grand Theatre, which is situated opposite, this friendly hotel and public house is set in the heart of Swansea, just a short drive from the Gower Peninsula. If you are here to visit Swansea city centre, the famous Mumbles, the Marina, or to see one of the Grand Theatre's famous shows and events, the Singleton hotel is the ideal place to stay. It is also within easy reach of the new Aquapark and the LC2. The Singleton is famous for its live music at weekends, popular amongst guests and the locals. Live music stops at 23:30.

Express By Holiday Inn Newport - With 125 air conditioned bedrooms, the Express by Holiday Inn Newport is a contemporary and stylish hotel, offering refreshing simplicity, car parking and excellent value for money. Express by Holiday Inn Newport is located at Cleppa Business Park, near Tredegar Park in the west of the city. The M4 motorway is easily accessible and Cardiff and the Millennium Stadium are within an easy drive of the hotel.

Parkway Hotel - In over 7 acres of gardens, this 4-star luxury hotel offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, recently refurbished accommodation and a leisure club with 15-metre swimming pool. In Cwmbran and within easy reach of Newport and the M4 motorway, the Parkway Hotel has a 4-star rating from the AA. Situated over 2 floors, all of the rooms were fully refurbished in 2006 and 2007. Beautifully furnished, the rooms have oversized beds, plush carpets and marble en suite bathrooms. Each room has a TV, an in-room safe, tea/coffee making facilities, luxury toiletries and soft, fluffy bathrobes. Ravello's Restaurant offers an ? la carte menu of European dishes, made using fresh, local produce. The traditional carvery has also proved popular, as have the hotel's coffee shop and bar. The superb leisure facilities include the deck-level heated indoor pool, a steam room, a sauna, a spa bath and a solarium.

Castle Hotel - Offering superb accommodation and restaurant facilities, this family-owned and run 3-star hotel is set in the heart of Merthyr Tydfil, only 30 minutes' drive from the centre of Cardiff. Only a short walk from the high street, bus and railway stations, the 45-room Castle Hotel is well situated. Merthyr Tydfil is situated just south of the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park.

Towers Hotel and Spa - Just off junction 42 of the M4 motorway and only 10 minutes from Swansea's thriving city centre, this family-run hotel offers luxurious air-conditioned accommodation and superb spa and leisure facilities. The Towers Hotel & Spa has 70 air-conditioned, en suite rooms, all with Sky satellite TV, including the sports channels. The award-winning Victorian tower houses 3 bespoke suites, ideal for a romantic getaway or a special occasion. Free wired and wireless internet access is available throughout. The purpose-built annexe houses the superb relaxation and leisure facilities, which include an indoor swimming pool, a fitness room, a sauna, a steam room, a jacuzzi and a chill-out area. The luxurious spa offers a range of relaxing and therapeutic treatments. The excellent restaurant and bars serve a wide range of food and drink, including a full ? la carte menu in the evenings. The beautiful beaches and stunning cliffs of the Gower Peninsula are only 30 minutes' drive away and the historic city of Swansea is on the doorstep. You could explore the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons or visit the Afan Forest Park, regularly voted one of the world's top 10 mountain-biking destinations. Free on-site parking is available for guests.

Llechwen Hall - Step back in time to an age of elegance and charm complete with every modern convenience and picture-perfect views across the Welsh countryside. Set in 6 acres of grounds overlooking the valleys, this country house hotel has 20 beautiful, romantic, individually designed bedrooms, all of which are en suite. Enjoy tasty cuisine in the restaurant which has been rated with an AA Rosette.

Premier Inn Caerphilly (Corbetts Lane) - With easy access to the M4, Caerphilly town centre and rail station, this Premier Inn hotel has free parking, a pub-restaurant and family-friendly en suite rooms. Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

ML Lodge - The ML Lodge's location is only 2 minutes' from the Millennium Stadium and is ideal for shopping and nightlife. All rooms are en suite and have a range of excellent facilities. Check-in is across the road at the Sandringham Hotel, which is located opposite the ML Lodge. You can also have free Wi-Fi access at the Sandringham. All rooms feature an LCD flat-screen TV with Freeview. Please note that there are 5 floors at ML Lodge, but unfortunately no lift.

The Waterloo Hotel and Bistro - Ideally located for exploring South Wales, with easy access to the M4 and only 20 minutes from Cardiff, this newly-refurbished Victorian residence is set in the heart of Newport's regeneration area. The Waterloo offers a comfortable stay in tastefully decorated en suite bedrooms, with all the original features of a traditional Victorian hotel, yet all the modern facilities for today's traveller. This is complimented by a superb bistro, which won Metro Magazine's 'Restaurant of the Year 2007'. South East Wales is fast becoming a comprehensive business centre, and, as such, The Waterloo provides a fully equipped conference room for up to 40 people, and wireless internet facilities.

Barcelo Cardiff Angel Hotel - Located next to Cardiff Castle and the Millennium Stadium, this hotel is perfect for exploring this great city. Cardiff's most historical hotel demonstrates Victorian splendour throughout, as well as modern extras like air conditioning in all bedrooms. Steeped in history, the hotel dates back to 1883 and is simply the most famous 4-star hotel in Cardiff. It stands in the heart of the city centre and offers a warm and friendly service. Recent investment has restored the building to its former Victorian elegance, including the beautiful Waterford Crystal chandelier in the foyer which is rumoured to be insured for a 6 figure sum.

Ye Olde Red Lion Hotel - This family-run free house in the heart of Tredegar has a friendly bar with Sky television, showing the best sporting action on 2 big screens. Ye Olde Red Lion Hotel has a 10 en suite bedrooms and a function room. Wi-Fi internet access is available in all the rooms (additional cost). The hotel caters for every occasion in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Bessemer Hotel - Perfectly situated within the Valley and on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, the hotel's position allows easy access to many of the sites of interest in the area. A new and vibrant hotel, the Bessemer is a family-run property offers great food, comfort and a very friendly atmosphere. It also has conference facilities and a function room for special occasions. In the evenings you can relax in the common areas of the hotel, choosing from one of the 3 well-stocked bars. Unwind in the comfortable surroundings of the lounge bar before heading to the Carvery or Grill for dinner.

The Big Sleep Hotel - A designer budget hotel voted '1 of 25 coolest hotels in the world' by Conde Nast Traveller. The hotel is superbly located in the heart of Cardiff opposite Cardiff International Arena and only minutes away from other major venues. All 81 en suite bedrooms have great views, are modern and retro in design not to mention light and comfortable. A variety of rooms are available from suites to budget. The hotel offers a bar and function room. A small number of car parking spaces are available on site. The hotel was described as 'super cheap but sexy-chic' by Elle magazine.

Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel - This hotel offers a seafront location with panoramic views across Swansea Bay to Gower Peninsula. The Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel is a modern hotel situated in a residential area close to the M4, convenient for the Neath and Port Talbot commercial and industrial areas, as well as just 7 miles from the centre of Swansea. The elegant restaurant serves fine food, while conference facilities are also available. There is an all-weather leisure centre, as well as friendly and welcoming staff. Resting just opposite the wide sandy beach, the hotel is particularly suitable for families, offering exceptional value and comfortable bedrooms. Comfortable rooms, fine food, relaxing leisure facilities and a warm Welsh welcome await you.

Premier Inn Swansea North - Providing comfortable, good value accommodation, Premier Inn Swansea North is 8 miles (12.9 km) from Swansea Airport and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Swansea Football Club. Some of the comfortable rooms at Premier Inn can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children are also served a free full breakfast, when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast includes cooked items, vegetarian options and a wide continental selection. Premier Inn Swansea North is next to a Taybarns restaurant, offering a varied menu in a welcoming environment. There is a 24-hour reception and free parking at this Premier Inn.