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Ibis Budget Cardiff Centre
3.7/5116 Reviews

Ibis Budget Cardiff Centre

Cardiff|0.93km from city centre
On arrival very small car park luckily one parking space left, Outside looks very run down, I was initially pleasantly surprised when walking in, the lobby looked very clean and tidy around the reception desk, until we saw the beer all over the floor and dirty cups on tables from the free coffee (we’ll get to the bit) There was a large group of “stag” goers ahead of us, who clearly hadn’t booked rooms as they were trying to work out what rooms were available, there was one lady trying her best to sort the group out with 3 other staff watching her, we waited for around 10mins Until an exasperated look from a party member towards who looked like the manager prompted him to use the hand held device to book us in, A key card was given …. No directions to my room, no info on breakfast times, no other info at all …. Just crack on …. I walked through the mini Lake District of beer to the lift, swiped my card and waited 2-3 mins …. The screen wasn’t working and the lift didn’t come so I used the stairs to the 4th floor, Found my “room” when I walked in it’s tiny, budget is the word, this was beyond budget, not even a mini kettle, the sink is in the room as is the shower, with a separate toilet cubicle, the frosted glass on the shower is made more so by the build up of lime Scale and watermarks no handle just a hole to use, this is ok as I’m alone but the other party had a 14yr old lad in a “family” room so not really acceptable in my eyes, the cubical was VERY small, my friend could barley get in, at 110kg but a power lifter he’s broad but not “huge” I’m 6ft 1 wear a large t-shirt and found it hard to shower In it. The room are run down, probably nice a few years ago (has wood chip wallpaper) . The skirting is coming away scuff marks every where, dust on the very small archaic tv, the air con unit didn’t work and the toilet rolls Sat on the floor behind the cistern (despite there being a hook to put them on) There was a “stool” that looked like an upturned washing bin, to a small desk I could only find 2 plugs I know the whole Room, couldn’t charge my watch/phone and iPad over night, (yes small Inconvenience but still annoying) The tv wouldn’t get a picture, I went to the front desk but no one was there, I bumped into the night porter earlier who seemed very friendly though so I’m guessing he was busy elsewhere. So I thought “ooh I’ll grab a coffee while I’m here”, small sachets of Nescafé original and plastic milk, I’ll pass thanks, Bed basic and comfy enough, not like Home but I suppose it is a budget hotel, The breakfast looked dire, continental for £6.50, I’ll hit the coop over the road or McDonald’s on the way home, All for an extortionate £140, there was an event on close by and this may have bumped the price a little but by 90£ on the base rate of £52 is crazy greed Needless to say I shall not be staying in one again, I Hope the normal ibis I have booked next month is better

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Premier Inn Cardiff West
3.3/541 Reviews

Premier Inn Cardiff West

Cardiff|6.76km from city centre
Stayed 2 nights. When we arrived there was no remote in the room, went down to reception and got a remote 10 minutes later. First morning breakfast was short staff, he did explain this. Cooked breakfast you have to order not help yourself which is disappointing. Second day lady said we couldn't have 7.30 breakfast as there was a big group booking and said is 7.15 ok. We said yes as it needed to be early as l was running the Cardiff half. Arrived at 7.15 to the restaurant to be told we didn't have a booking. Was told in not a very good manner to go to reception as she couldn't do anything.Went to reception where the lady who booked our breakfast for 7.:15 was and another member of staff was. She said she booked it in for 7.15 and then total ignored us and at no point said sorry. They left us standing there for 5 minutes after we explained the situation doing other paperwork. I had to then say what's happening then. At no point did anyone say sorry the only option they gave was a refund on the breakfast. I said l needed to have a breakfast as l was running the Cardiff half he took us back to the restaurant. The lady said we could take some food back to our room and l told her we was having a cooked breakfast back our room and she agreed but you could tell she didn't want to. At no point was this offered which would of made the situation better. Walking back to the room we saw 2 other couple's who had the same problem. After breakfast l did speak to the manager who came in at 7.30. Again no sorry just l will refund your breakfast and here is a card to complain. We e-mailed it took more the 15 days to reply which is the time frame they say. It took over 3 weeks. E-mail was a waste of time as the staff lied and said they told us to come down at 7.00 because of the big booking and we arrived at 7.15 when it was fully booked.Awful customer services at this hotel will not be returning again.

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Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre
4.3/5123 Reviews
Stopped at Holiday Inn Cardiff from Friday to Sunday to see the speedway at principality stadium. Hotel was perfect location for us. Easy to park at the hotel which was an added bonus as at other hotels we’ve had to park at NCPs. Rooms were good and spotlessly clean. The air conditioning worked extremely well and was a nice change from the heatwave outside! Hotel was very quiet which was surprising given how busy it was. Had breakfast both mornings, which had a good choice with the buffet being topped up regularly. Despite being an extremely busy weekend we were seated instantly and didn’t have to wait for the buffet top ups. The only thing letting the hotel down and giving a reduction in rating was reception. The receptionists came across very cold and did not display the “true hospitality” which we usually see at IHG hotels. Did not feel welcomed at all. The coldness and abruptness was felt at both check in and check out by different staff.
Austins Guest House
3.9/547 Reviews
It’s a budget guest house and does not pretend to be anything else. The room was basic but had the essentials, and was clean. The self service log in worked without problems, and the room was quiet. Perfectly acceptable for a short stay. But parking is a big issue, the nearest parking is a 10 min walk away and that car park is very expensive, which negates staying in a budget hotel! But a good choice if not reliant on car parking, as the location is very central and not far from the main train station.
Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Centre
4/591 Reviews
Great value for money. Location was good. A lot of stuff around. ****** next door.
EasyHotel Cardiff
4.3/5174 Reviews
Lauren was amazing - found us a room that we could check into around 7am when our flight was cancelled a couple of hours earlier. Lauren even printed our new boarding passes for us. Lovely staff member. Room was small but fine, no extra pillows were available though. Bathroom shower was lovely - very powerful :) Air con said 18 degrees but I’m not sure it was quite that cool. Location is excellent and great value for money. Again, kudos to Lauren! Remember - no restaurant on site but PLENTY of options on the doorstep!
Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
4/5122 Reviews
Perfect Hotel to explore Cardiff! Really central. Lovely friendly staff. In fact every single person we met in Cardiff was so so friendly! Couldn't believe how quiet it was in the rooms considering we were there on a Six Nations weekend. Superb security on a Six Nations weekend that ensured only residents could access the Hotel. The rooms are compact, but perfectly formed, you have everything you need!! Bed was super comfy too! We didn't opt for breakfast so can't comment on that, but I would highly recommend this great Hotel. We would absolutely return!
Radisson Blu Hotel, Cardiff
3.9/5111 Reviews
Stayed as a couple for night away. Room was nice with great views of city. Perfect location close to shopping area and restaurants. Bathroom was clean and extra fancy. Bed was very comfy and we got a good night's sleep. Parked just down the road as parking in hotel was £25. Ordered pizza late at night but it was overpriced and just oven pizza in a takeaway box. Would book again but in an upgraded room.

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Hotels in Cardiff

Weather and Best time to travel to Cardiff

The capital of Wales, Cardiff is a beautiful city emerging as a popular tourism place in the United Kingdom. The comparatively young capital balances its history with modernisation very well. It is interesting to see the green city having a modern waterfront at one end and an ancient fort on the other. Cardiff is known as “City of Castles” as the compact city and its surroundings has five castles.

Once a small county town located in south-west Wales, Cardiff emerged as major port in 19th century and later was made a city and then capital city in 1955 as the city’s industries grew. The current day Cardiff, is no longer just an industrial city or port but has a reputation of a cultural and sporting centre. Many tourists visit Cardiff during its sporting events or other cultural festivals. 

Cardiff experiences a maritime climate as it lies within the North Temperate Zone. The city has mild weather throughout the year with sunny summers and cold, wet winters. Spring and autumn are pleasant with moderate temperatures. Visitors coming from cold countries love Cardiff for its mild temperatures and warm weather during spring and autumn months. The warm outdoor weather is perfect to see all the sites in and around the city. 

Tip: Visit the nearby port town of Barry known for its heritage railway, beautiful beach, theme park and casino. 

Airport in Cardiff/Nearby airport in Cardiff 

Cardiff International Airport or Cardiff Airport (CWL) is the international airport serving as the air link for international and domestic flights to Cardiff and areas in South and West Wales. Being Wales’s only international airport, it is also the busiest airport in the country. The Cardiff Airport is located in Rhoose, a village in Vale of Glamorgan 16 km away from Cardiff. From the airport to the city centre, the passengers can commute by bus, rail or taxi. Most buses from the airport travel to the Cardiff Central bus station, from where the passengers can take other local transport. There is a “Cardiff Airport Express’ bus service which connects the airport to the city centre. The bus service is hourly and is available in the night too, making it the best way for getting to Cardiff from Cardiff Airport. There are hourly trains too for Cardiff Central from the Rhoose Cardiff International Airport railway station located 2 miles away. 

Tip: There is a Rail Linc bus service from Cardiff Airport to go to the railway station. 

Transportation in Cardiff 

The city of Cardiff has a good network of local transport with many options. The bus network of the city is very comprehensive connecting all parts of the city and nearby areas too. The bus fares are very reasonable with fares starting at £1.80. There are several day passes and ticket options available, which lets the passenger travel across the network or has unlimited access. Travelling by train is a fast way to travel at a reasonable price. The train network is wide and covers the most prominent areas. 

Both licensed taxis and private taxis are plenty in the city. The prices are reasonable, so tourist mostly prefer to use taxis to explore the nearby areas of the city. Tourists also like to travel by waterbus. The waterbus is operational during the summer months and runs between Cardiff Bay, Millennium Stadium and Penarth with tickets costing about £5. 

Tip: Enjoy travelling in the open-top tourist buses operational during the summer months. 

How to get to Cardiff

Cardiff International Airport is the only airport servicing international flights in Wales. The airport receives daily flights from several prominent cities of the world. There are several flights from London and Edinburgh by KLM airlines and Air France. There are no direct flights from the cities and the flight from London takes roughly one hour and thirty five minutes whereas the flight from Edinburg takes four to 10 hours. London flights start at £165 and Edinburg is around £130. Flights from Bristol are also not direct and take four to eight hours to travel to Cardiff. The flights are by KLM and Aer Lingus and cost £175. Amsterdam has direct flights to Cardiff which take around one hour twenty minutes to travel and cost approximately £150. There are direct flight provided by Qatar Airways from Doha and connecting flights from several Asian, Middle Eastern and African cities. 

Tip: Due to a limited range of flights to the city, some people also take a flight to London and travel from there by road or direct coach service. 

How much are Hotels in Cardiff 

Madrid has a wide range of accommodation choices for its tourists. One can choose high-quality hotels in Madrid to cheap hotels in Madrid at a very reasonable price. The prices for different types of Madrid hotels are:

  • 5 star – Kingsway with prices starting at £108. 
  • 4 Star- Riverside and Bay Area with prices starting of £85
  • 3 Star- Pontcanna and price start of £45.
  • 2 Star- Pontcanna with starting price of £25. 

Tip: Cardiff also has the option of caravan parks and camping.

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Top tourist attractions in Cardiff 

The port city is full of Cardiff attractions such as castles, beaches, stadiums, museums, parks, churches and gardens. Some of the must things to do in Cardiff are:

  • Cardiff Castle- This medieval castle is known for its extensive history. The castle was first built in 11th Century and then rebuilt in 12th century. It was attacked several times and built again in different material and styles. 
  • Cardiff Bay- Cardiff Bay is one of the most popular attractions in the city. The bay area is created by a Barrage in south Cardiff and is a popular place for families with attractions such as boat rides and children playground. 
  • Principality Stadium- Principality Stadium also earlier known as Millennium Stadium is must-visit for sports lovers. It is Wales’s national stadium and home of Wales’s national rugby team. It is the venue for most of the major sporting events of Wales. 

Tip: To explore the beauty of the city and see the wonderful castles, countryside and coast take a city walk. 

Top food places in Cardiff

Cardiff food scene has developed with its tourist industry. The cosmopolitan city has a wide range of multi-cultural options in eating. Its food scene includes many cuisines and has fine dining restaurants to little eateries serving a variety of dishes. The most popular areas for dining are:

  • Mermaid Quay- It is one of the popular eating areas with several restaurants and eateries serving different cuisines and dishes of varied taste. The area also has several vegan and vegetarian restaurants. 
  • Pontcanna- The area has many good restaurants and small eateries popular for Welsh cuisine at reasonable prices. There are many street-side eateries famous for their sandwiches, welsh breakfast and fish& chips. 
  • Cardiff Bay- The popular tourist attraction has many fine dining restaurants, trendy cafes, bars and pubs. The area also has many good shopping options. 

Tip: It is difficult to get a table during the weekend in good restaurants, so book in advance.   

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