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Swansea, the second largest city and a county in Wales, benefits from a striking setting on Swansea Bay which is on the sandy South West Wales coast. The town centre is not the most beautiful due to a rather uninspired rebuilding operation after WW2 bombing, but Swansea's primitive character and charm, and also the magnificent Gower Peninsula, more than make up its lack of visual loveliness. The nickname 'Copperopolis' was coined during the city's industrial heyday during the 19th century when Swansea was one of the chief centres of the world's copper industry.

One of the most thrilling museum developments in Britain, located in the National Waterfront Museum, and a splendid Dylan Thomas Centre contribute towards toward the appeal of this tranquil vacation destination. Enjoy a stroll along the long seafront which stretches down to the quaint suburb of the Mumbles and take pleasure in Welsh hospitality during your stay in one of the many accommodation options for luxury resorts to family B&B's. Population for the city of Swansea is around 170,885
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  • Ramada Swansea
    Hotel Class: 3 stars
    A 5-minute drive from the centre of Swansea, but with great access to the Gower Coast and Gower Peninsula, the Ramada Swansea has stylish rooms, an indoor pool and a lakeside location. The Ramada Swansea is in West Glamorgan, only 3 miles (4.
  • The Grand Hotel
    Hotel Class: 4 stars
    Following extensive refurbishment, this landmark hotel offers guests 4-star service and facilities with an excellent location and a fine restaurant.
  • Dragon Hotel
    Hotel Class: 4 stars
    This 4-star hotel is in Swansea city centre. It is fully air conditioned and offers free parking, a leisure club and good-quality dining The Dragon Hotel has a lounge area and 24-hour room service. The brasserie has an AA Rosette award.
  • Village Hotel & Leisure Club Swansea
    Hotel Class: 4 stars
    Village Prem Swansea is more than a hotel - it has stylish bedrooms, a modern health and fitness club, free Wi-Fi and plenty of free parking. It is located on the main route into Swansea, on the SA1 Waterfront.
  • Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel
    Hotel Class: 3 stars
    This hotel offers a seafront location with panoramic views across Swansea Bay to Gower Peninsula.
  • Miramar
    Hotel Class: 2 stars
    Next to Llanelli Railway Station, Hotel Miramar is 5 minutes from the new Llanelli Scarlets’ Stadium, and is next to Machynys Peninsula Golf and Country Club. The hotel has en suite rooms, free secure guest parking and the Cabana Grill restaurant.

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