Car Hire Wales

Parking in Wales

• St David’s Dewi Sant (CF10 UEF) has around 2,000 parking spaces right above St David’s shopping centre and close to Cardiff Castle. If you’ve hired an EV rental, you’ll also find four Type 2 electric vehicle chargers available 24/7.
• Tenby Multi Storey (SA70 7LT) this 712-space car park is minutes away from Tenby North Beach. Open 24/7, the car park also has seven EV chargers.
• Pen y Pass Car Park (LL55 4NU) is your gateway to Snowdonia’s Miner’s and Pyg Track trails. You’ll need to pre-book a spot in spring and summer, when the park is at its most popular.

Electric car hire in Wales

Looking for an eco-friendly way to explore the Welsh scenery? Hire an electric car in Wales to soak up the scenic sites of the Brecon Beacons and beyond with no noise pollution.

With a choice of EVs, from the Tesla Model 3 to Polestar 2, it’s easy to go green on a trip to the Pembrokeshire Coast or Llandudno.

Charging point locations in Wales

Congestion charges in Wales

You can hire a car in Wales without having to worry about congestion charges. Just bear in mind that charges may be introduced in Cardiff in the next five years.

Key roads in Wales

• The A470 is a 186-mile snakelike dual carriageway that transports you past the famous Welsh Valleys to the Brecon Beacons National Park.
• The M4 motorway is the main route between Cardiff and England. It also reaches west to Swansea and along to the surrounding coastal towns, such as Porthcawl and Llanelli.
• The A55 (North Wales Expressway) connects Holy Island and mainland Wales, perfect if you’re arriving by sea from Ireland.

Road Types in Wales

• Motorways – three lane, high-speed roads that connect the major cities in and outside of Wales.
• A roads – also known as trunk roads, these major routes provide fast links to the major towns and cities in Wales. Wide and direct, A roads often have two lanes on each side.
• B roads – connecting towns and villages, B roads also link A-Roads together.
• Unclassified roads – these short, minor roads are mainly found in rural Wales. Best for short, local journeys.
• Singletrack roads – extremely narrow, singletrack roads are usually only found in rural areas. Passing places allow cars to travel in both directions.

Toll Roads In Wales

Tolls to use the Severn Crossings (the two bridges across the River Severn that connect England and Wales) were abolished in 2018. You can now make as many crossings as you like, without having to pay, or add time to your journey.

Best hotels in Wales

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Mill Lane, Cardiff, CF10 1EZ

The Cardiff Marriott is a four-star hotel within walking distance of the city’s top attractions, including the Principality Stadium and Museum of Cardiff. Stylish rooms and family suites offer flexible accommodation and with onsite parking, you can easily explore beyond your doorstep.

Hare’s View

Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5NS

Add even more adventure to your Wales getaway with a stay in the magical hobbit houses at Hare’s View. Built right into the hillside, the glamping ‘burrows’ include hot tubs, plush bathrooms and cosy bedrooms for up to six. The remote location in mid-Wales is the ultimate break for anyone looking to ‘get away from it all’.

Palé Hall

Palé Estate, Llandderfel, Bala, LL23 7PS

Treat yourself to a palatial room at Palé Hall, where Edwardian glamour comes as standard. Just five miles from Lake Bala, it’s ideally placed for adventure, offering 4x4 off road experiences. However, the real highlight has to be the afternoon teas. If you’re hiring an electric car for exploring further afield, there’s also free EV charging onsite for guests.

Best restaurants in Wales

Hills

Bishops Meadow, Hay Road, Brecon, LD3 9SW

Foodies drive for miles just to try a Hills burger, so it’s worth dropping in to see what all the fuss is about. Ingredients are locally sourced from some of Wales’ top producers, which has seen the restaurant scoop a prize at the National Burger Awards. Menus change regularly so expect far more than a standard cheeseburger at this venue.

Kindle

Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9SZ

Kindle grills, smokes and fires every dish on their menu. Passionate about sustainability, Welsh produce and seasonal flavours, this Cardiff restaurant adds the finishing touch to an eco-friendly weekend in the city. You could even take it one step further with an electric car hire.

Paternoster Farm

B4320, Pembroke, SA71 5RX

Finding the farm is almost as much of an adventure as tasting your way through their incredible menu. Take a seat at a table in their converted cowshed and watch as the owner Michelle whips up magical dishes using local ingredients, including Welsh cheeses and Pembrokeshire seafood.

Best things to do in Wales

Brecon Beacons National Park

Brecon, LD3 8NL

Scale tall peaks, drive through winding valleys and hike through ancient woodlands at the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park. Just don’t forget to head back at night, where the dark skies provide some of the best star gazing in Wales.

Conwy Castle

Rose Hill Street, Conwy, LL32 8AY

Head north to explore the historic walls of Conwy Castle. This UNESCO listed, 13th-century castle has eight impressive towers and is one of the best examples of medieval fortresses in the UK. The well-preserved royal apartments give a hint at just how glamorous this impressive castle once was.

Snowdonia National Park

Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd, LL48 6LF

If you need any more inspiration to hire a car in Wales, the spectacular 823 square miles of Snowdonia National Park should seal the deal. History, geology, botany and culture combine to deliver an epic experience surrounded by wilderness, waterfalls and wonderful views.

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