🇬🇧 Barry, United Kingdom
Travelodge
📍 Port Road, Rhoose, Barry, CF62 3BA
Your stay — Travelodge
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The Property — Travelodge
The Barry Travelodge is a straightforward, no-fuss budget hotel on the main road into town. The lobby is clean and functional with a self-check-in kiosk, a small seating area, and a Costa Coffee counter. It suits drivers who need a reliable, affordable base for exploring the Vale of Glamorgan or visiting Barry Island, and who aren't after boutique charm. The big plus is free on-site parking; the big minus is that it sits on a roundabout with some road noise, so request a rear-facing room.
Chronicles of Barry
Barry grew rapidly in the late 19th century as the Barry Dock and Railway Company built one of the world's largest coal-exporting docks, opening in 1889. The town boomed as coal from the South Wales valleys was shipped out, and handsome Victorian terraces went up to house dockworkers and their families. The docks declined after the 1960s, but the area reinvented itself around tourism, with Barry Island becoming a classic British seaside day-trip destination. Today, Barry is a mix of working-class suburb, regenerating docklands, and retro seaside charm, famous as the filming location for Gavin & Stacey.
Best Time to Visit
Full Barry guide →Best months
June and September — warm, often sunny, and school crowds are thinner in early June and after the first week of September.
Peak / festival surge
July and August — school summer holidays bring families to Barry Island Pleasure Park and the beach; hotel prices at Travelodge can double from a weekday £40 to £80+ for a Friday or Saturday night. The biggest event is Barry Island Carnival in late July.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September — mild weather, discounted room rates from around £30-45 a night, and far fewer queues at the chip shops and on rides.
Weather & packing
Barry's maritime climate means it can be overcast and breezy even in mid-summer, and drizzle arrives quickly. Pack a waterproof jacket and a light jumper regardless of the forecast, and always bring sturdy shoes for the pebbly bits of beach.
Live City Briefing — Barry
- The Barry Dock regeneration continues: the new 'Waterfront' development has added a Morrisons supermarket and a few chain restaurants within a five-minute walk of the hotel.
- Bus services between Barry and Cardiff are disrupted until September 2026 due to resurfacing on the A4050; check the TrawsCymru timetable before travelling.
- Barry Island Pleasure Park opens extended hours from 21 July for the summer holidays, with discounted wristbands for the 'Gavin & Stacey' heritage trail running the same weeks.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Travelodge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ground-floor rooms near the reception end of the building. Easier access and generally quieter than rooms above the bar area.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms directly above the on-site bar or facing the main Port Road (A4226) – street noise from traffic can be persistent, especially in front-facing rooms.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the property overlook the car park and fields beyond, offering a quieter outlook than the road side.
Quietest floors
Ground and first floors away from the lift shaft and service entrance. The building has no lift, so upper floors are accessed by stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Port Road is a main route to Rhoose and Barry, so traffic hum is constant during daytime. The on-site pub/bar can be lively in evenings. No lift means footfall noise on stairs if you’re in an upper rear room.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at check-in – you’ll trade road noise for car-park views but sleep better. 2. Parking is free and usually ample; park near the far end of the lot away from the bar entrance to avoid late-night car-door slams.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Travelodge
Free WiFi for all guests; speed around 10 Mbps down, sufficient for browsing and email; one device per room limit self-enforced by login password.
Two lifts serve all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV includes Freeview channels only in each room.
Check-in from 15:00 (earliest); luggage drop available from 12:00 free of charge. Late check-out until 12:00 (weekday) / 13:00 (weekend) for £10, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage behind reception desk during your stay, but not left unattended; no long-term hold.
Step-free main entrance; two accessible parking bays near front door; lifts large enough for wheelchairs; accessible rooms available on ground floor with wet-room. No hearing-impaired alert systems in standard rooms.
On-site car park free for guests (160 spaces, unreserved). Nearest public car park: 'Rhoose Station Car Park' at 0.2 miles, £5 per day weekdays only. EV charging: one slow 7kW Type 2 point near reception, free to use but no reservation.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a pre-authorisation of £50 per room held on a credit/debit card at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: All Saints' (Church in Wales) (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Goodsheds — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Porthkerry Park — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
The Small Space — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 511 m · ~6 min walk
Brockway Pharmacy — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Co-op Food — 523 m · ~7 min walk
Barry — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
Use any high-street bank or Post Office for better rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux which give poor rates.
Contactless cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are widely accepted, even in small shops and cafes.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 10-12% in restaurants if service is good, a few pounds for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or a flat white from a café on Barry Island promenade costs around £2.50–£3.50.
A sandwich or jacket potato from a high-street bakery or market stall, about £5–£7.
Fish and chips from a takeaway on Holton Road or Barry Island, around £8–£10 for a main.
Barry Island seafront has seasonal stalls selling chips, burgers, and Welsh cakes; Holton Road has bakeries and kebab shops.
Tesco, Asda, and Aldi have large supermarkets in Barry, with smaller Co-op and Sainsbury's Local around the area.
Holton Road has Primark, charity shops, and independent budget stores for affordable clothing.
Bus day pass on the Cardiff Bus network costs about £4.50; from Cardiff Airport, take the 304/305 bus into Barry for around £2.50 single.
Pack a picnic for Barry Island beach rather than buying from seafront cafes; use supermarket meal deals for lunch instead of sit-down restaurants; walk or cycle along the coastal path to save on buses.
Good to know — Barry
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Emergency Contacts
Barry999 for all life-threatening emergencies. For non-urgent medical help, call NHS 111. Barry's local police station: 111 Barry Road, phone 101.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Barry, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Travelodge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 511 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Brockway Pharmacy — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Cardiff Airport (CWL) → Premier Inn Barry Island
💡 Pre-book with Barry Cabs or Dragon Taxis for a fixed fare. Uber is patchy here; the airport taxi rank is reliable.
Cardiff Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → Barry Island Station (5-min walk to hotel)
💡 Get a tap-on/tap-off card from the driver. The bus loops through Barry town centre before reaching the island – stay on until the station stop.
Cardiff Central Station (via bus/train from airport) → Barry Island Station
💡 Only use this if you're already in Cardiff city centre. The train from Cardiff Central to Barry Island is a scenic coastal ride – sit on the right side for sea views.
Cardiff Airport (via Rhoose Cardiff Airport Station – free shuttle bus) → Barry Island Station
💡 The free airport shuttle to Rhoose station runs every 20 mins. Buy a day return to Barry Island – it covers the train leg. Platform 2 goes direct.
About Barry
Wikipedia ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Travelodge?
Ground-floor rooms near the reception end of the building. Easier access and generally quieter than rooms above the bar area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Travelodge?
Rooms directly above the on-site bar or facing the main Port Road (A4226) – street noise from traffic can be persistent, especially in front-facing rooms.
Is Travelodge noisy?
Port Road is a main route to Rhoose and Barry, so traffic hum is constant during daytime. The on-site pub/bar can be lively in evenings. No lift means footfall noise on stairs if you’re in an upper rear room.
Which rooms have the best views at Travelodge?
Rooms at the rear of the property overlook the car park and fields beyond, offering a quieter outlook than the road side.
What are insider tips for staying at Travelodge?
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at check-in – you’ll trade road noise for car-park views but sleep better. 2. Parking is free and usually ample; park near the far end of the lot away from the bar entrance to avoid late-night car-door slams.
What time is check-in at Travelodge?
Check-in at Travelodge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Travelodge have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; speed around 10 Mbps down, sufficient for browsing and email; one device per room limit self-enforced by login password.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Travelodge?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Travelodge?
A sandwich or jacket potato from a high-street bakery or market stall, about £5–£7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Travelodge?
Bus day pass on the Cardiff Bus network costs about £4.50; from Cardiff Airport, take the 304/305 bus into Barry for around £2.50 single.
When is the best time to visit Barry?
June and September — warm, often sunny, and school crowds are thinner in early June and after the first week of September.
Top Attractions in Barry
💡 Visit on a Sunday morning for the 10am service—open to all. The churchyard is a shortcut to the town centre up the steep lane behind.
💡 Ring ahead to check opening times—volunteer-run so hours can be erratic. They hold a free open day on Remembrance weekend.
💡 The slipway at the north end is busy with anglers; head south near the breakwater for quieter spots. Parking on the street is cheaper than the main car park.
💡 Bring your own food for a picnic on the beach just south of the park; the on-site chippies are pricey.
💡 Visit at low tide to explore rock pools on the beach. The café at the car park is overpriced; bring a flask.