Barry hotels, hotels in Barry Vale of Glamorgan, and hotels in WALES DIRECTORY

Barry is located on the south coast of Wales some 7 miles south west of Cardiff in the Vale of Glamorgan. Barry with it's little brother on the seafront, Barry Island, is a popular seaside resort, with attractions including the famous Barry Island Pleasure Park and several beaches. Set between sea and country the town enjoys panoramic views of the Bristol Channel, and is close to the rural Vale of Glamorgan.

It is close enough to Cardiff to enjoy the many attractions in the city, but without the disadvantages of having to live in the city, indeed it is a favourite place of residence for people whose work is in Cardiff. | In the mid 20th century the Butlins Barry Island holiday camp would attract holiday makers in droves and you would be hard pressed to find a place for your deckchair on the golden sands of Whitmore Bay. But fashions change and now it was the turn of the holiday camps to close and with their demise came a decline in the once booming tourist trade. | Today the visitor numbers may not be as great but there is more room on the golden sands, and indeed a wider variety of beach activities with surfing, and beach volley ball to name just a few. more information about Barry