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Ibis Cardiff
3.7/527 Reviews

Ibis Cardiff

Castle|0.76km from Cardiff Castle
Hotel location is really super good, go out is the commercial street, eating and shopping are very convenient. Although it is very close to the train, the room is soundproof and there is no noise when you close the window.

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Hilton Cardiff
4.1/560 Reviews

Hilton Cardiff

Castle|0.21km from Cardiff Castle
We stayed at the Hilton Cardiff for four days at the end of March 2023. We really enjoyed our stay! The people at reception made us feel very welcomed, and couldn’t have been nicer! ALL of the people who work here were extremely friendly and helpful. We wanted to give a special thank you to Mark, the night manager. He was always cheerful - at the beginning AND at the end of his shift in the morning, which is not easy! He even kindly got us a bucket of ice very early one morning when my wife hurt her knee as she was stepping out of bed and the bed rolled away from her. We spoke to Mark about the incident, and hopefully, by now, they have fixed the “rolling coasters with no brakes on the box springs” problem. Mark was so kind and concerned about her fall that he checked on her twice - right after the incident and even the next day, which was the last day of our stay. The breakfast buffet had an excellent variety of hot and cold food offerings and was maintained to perfection by the attentive and efficient staff! The buffet was hosted by Bassam, who was very personable and interesting to talk with. The executive lounge was lovely, with beverages and a few snacks available throughout the day. There is an evening manager’s reception and some savory finger foods were offered each night. Our room had a stunning view of Cardiff Castle and the castle grounds! We would happily return to Hilton Cardiff, and we thank them for making our stay really memorable and pleasant. As a side note, we took the Cardiff Castle Ghost Tour and highly recommend it! It’s great to be able to tour the castle at night, and the two hosts were full of fun facts and historical information about the beautiful and “over the top” decor of the castle!
Parador 44
4.8/541 Reviews

Parador 44

Castle|0.25km from Cardiff Castle
With a stay at Parador44, you'll be centrally located in Cardiff, steps from Principality Stadium and 3 minutes by foot from Cardiff Castle. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cardiff International Arena and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Cardiff Bay.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.Enjoy a satisfying meal at Asador 44 serving guests of Parador44. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include luggage storage, refrigerator in a common area, and a water dispenser.Make yourself at home in one of the 9 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Travelodge Cardiff Central Queen Street
3.6/542 Reviews

Travelodge Cardiff Central Queen Street

Castle|0.26km from Cardiff Castle
Best value for money I have had in years. Reception staff were super. Welcoming smiley and so helpful. Room was clean with enough towels and both wall soap dispensers worked. Two phone chargers and the TV worked. Will definitely choose Travelodge again and recommend it to everyone. Travelidge Cardiff will see you again soon.
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre
4.3/5125 Reviews

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre

Castle|0.28km from Cardiff Castle
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.
Park Plaza Cardiff
4.1/5103 Reviews

Park Plaza Cardiff

Castle|0.35km from Cardiff Castle
After having a number of afternoon tea’s in this hotel I’m saddened to say that todays experience was not like it has been in the past. The food was still good but the experience and service was a huge let down compared to before. The Hendricks afternoon tea’s have stopped which is sad as many of us would of had these. I ordered a second cup of coffee and ended up waiting 25 minutes for this. Some of my friends mentioned their coffee’s were cold. One asked for a second pot of tea, she was asked if she wanted a fresh pot or the one she’d been drinking topped up, she requested a fresh pot but received the same pot of tea back having just been topped up with hot water. The tea was weak and stewed. The Welsh cakes were dry and stale plastered in sugar! The atmosphere was lovely however it’s sad that we have all agreed we will not go back again (party of 13)! Plus there was a 10% service charge on top of the price for our afternoon tea. We gave a little more but thinking back on this I wish I had said no. Sorry to have to write this review.
ML Lodge
2.9/550 Reviews

ML Lodge

Castle|0.35km from Cardiff Castle
With a stay at ML Lodge, you'll be centrally located in Cardiff, within a 5-minute walk of Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cardiff International Arena and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Cardiff Bay.This smoke-free hotel has 5 floors in 1 building and offers discounted parking nearby. Recreational activities include bicycle rentals nearby.Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.

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Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre

4.3/5125 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

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.
Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

4.1/5112 Reviews
I stayed here Friday night as I was attending a wedding. There was limited accommodation available in Cardiff city centre due to a few events being on and all the hotels I usually stay at were either fully booked or had tripled in price so I stayed here. I arrived at just gone 4 to drop my case off and freshen up as it was 35°! I was greeted by a lovely lady and directed to my room on the second floor. Yes the hotel isn't suitable for those with mobility issues, but this is clearly stated on sites as there is no lift. My room, linen and towels were spotlessly clean. Plenty of tea and coffee supplied and 2 bottles of water which was welcome because of the heat. There was also a fan in the room which you don't get in many hotels and again very welcome. I went to the reception returning at 1am and greeted by the night Watchman, another lovely member of staff who asked if I'd enjoyed the wedding and let me in a few time after while I popped out for cigarettes and chatted. I usually book a double room but none were available but the beds were 3/4 so plenty of room. The bed and pillows were very comfortable and I had a good night's sleep until 7am. I was woken by the property next door making an awful lot of noise for half an hour. Not the hotels fault and I believe they supply ear plugs if you ask, as I was at the back I didn't ask. After a lovely shower I packed up and went to check out. Check out, like check in was speedy with the same lovely lady who asked how the wedding had been. Left my bags there while I went shopping and picked them up a couple of hours later. I had a phone call after that as I'd left my spare phone in the room. Unfortunately I was on the way home but she arranged for my cousin to pick it up. I will definitely stay again. Cheaper than my usual hotels and just as close to the shops and pubs.
Inn Cardiff

Inn Cardiff

4.5/525 Reviews
We stayed here one night and it was perfect for what we needed! We are a family of 5 with 3 young adult children and it’s hard to find a hotel room to accommodate 5 people. Steve was very nice, present, let us check in early and leave our bags the next morning while we toured the castle before catching our next train. His communication was excellent before and during our stay. The room was clean. The shower was hot and with good water pressure. The garden out back was a lovely place to sit and read. Location was very good - very close to the castle, stadium and main shopping area. I would recommend.
WiseStay

WiseStay

4/531 Reviews
The room was pleasant enough, with a comfortable bed and TV with Netflix etc. The shower however had a broken shower head, which was easily fixed so wasn't too much of a bother. We however did have a quarter filled bottle of shower gel in our shower. There is also not much storage, if staying for more than a few nights. Our room was also not cleaned daily, as advertised. No one ever cleaned our room while we were out. We were fortunate enough to not encounter any staff until the morning we were meant to be leaving. No staff greet you as you come in, but that didn't bother us much in terms of self check in. But might not be suitable to guests with special needs. The worst of it had to be the 'Guest Relations Coordinator' Luke H. We emailed after being horribly awoke by a blaring alarm at 7am - when check out wasn't until 10am. We see this is a staff error and/or a misguided attempt at awaking guests 3 hours before check out. My disabled girlfriend was visibly distressed by this event, so wrote an email saying we would have to check out later has she would have to calm down from this experience, as she was very overwhelmed. Then instead of simply emailing a response, to us being upset at our rude awakening. Luke H, decided the most intelligent course of action would be to pound on our door half an hour later - only waking us further. He was beyond aggressive, agitated and confrontational in this interaction and I can honestly say I was in fear for our safety with his erratic and unpredictable behaviour during our conversation. I simply agreed with was he said, to try and stop his emotions spiral further out of control, in between his unhinged ramblings, stomping and pounding. After that situation was defused, we made sure our door was looked, in fear of his return. I would suggest to the hotel that Luke H, be place on some kind of company funded anger management course/support group to help him control these outbursts and for the general safety of guests and those who work with him. All the best. I would say that we would comeback to the hotel, as otherwise it was a positive experience, but the fear of seeing this man again will forever stop that from being possible. Luke H. is a truly terrifying individual and I would advise everyone who stays here to be wary of him.
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4.4/548 Reviews
Everything about this booking experience and stay has been amazing. From the initial queries to checking in, the staff were so incredibly helpful. When we checked in, we were upgraded for free to a much larger room which looked amazing. We paid for breakfast for 2 of the mornings we stayed and were treated to a buffet of all of the usual delicious breakfast options you would expect. Quickly served tea with a smile, all of the staff were friendly, polite and helpful. Each time we interacted with any of the staff, they were nothing but kind and informative, absolutely no complaints about them whatsoever! They really made us feel welcome and special every day. We have already decided we will be coming back soon! The room itself was spacious and comfortable. The room was an Executive Room, with complimentary tea and coffee. Plenty of towels and amenities. The king size bed was so soft we almost didn't get out of bed. The hotel itself is so close to the train station that we were happy to walk. It was also close to so many restaurants and shops so we were never too far from anything. The only downsides I would say is that there was a strange red stain on the curtain rail, which I imagine is hard to clean! Out of everything, that was the only issue we ever came across, quite minor and did not impact our stay.

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Cardiff Travel Guide

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.

Cardiff Tourist Information 

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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