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Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre

4.3/5124 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.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Cardiff

Radisson Blu Hotel, Cardiff

3.9/5113 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.
Mercure Cardiff North Hotel

Mercure Cardiff North Hotel

3.9/5106 Reviews
I stayed here for a business trip for one week. The room seemed to be clean but it is so dark that you can’t really tell if it is clean or not. That’s actually an issue - the lightening is bad. I couldn’t really work in the room since it had only a yellow ambient lightening and not a normal main source of light. The bathroom can be slightly cold if you don’t leave the door open so that warm air from the A/C can enter. It is shameful that they don’t have a breakfast included, especially for long stays in the hotel which is not so cheap and out of the center… at least one small sandwich would make things better, but nop 👎🏼. Another thing is that the area is not very nice. Unless you have to do something in that area, i don’t recommend you to stay. I was even told by taxi drivers to not walk around alone after it gets dark. Before I knew that, I did take a walk and it really felt a bit unsafe. The staff was ok, I didn’t have much contact with them. Only had an incident when I arrived - they couldn’t find me in their system (it was booked under other name by mistake but I actually changed it a week before arrival so I don’t know why they didn’t have updated information). There is a small gym, but almost all machines, except one, are for cardio exercises. Almost no restaurants or shops in the area.
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4.4/545 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.
Maltsters

Maltsters

4.2/550 Reviews
Just returned from a 3 night stay, was in Cardiff for a family wedding. Have to say the staff were friendly, informative and very accommodating. Wedding was on Friday and the maltsters arms very kindly allowed us to have dinner with them on Saturday night, there was 18 of us!!! Hats off to the chef and kitchen staff for the most amazing food, from starters to desserts and delicious drinks and cocktails 5 stars. We would highly recommend the hotel to anyone. The manager sorry can’t remember your name, was friendly and helpful. Lastly to Ben for his hospitality and professionalism in helping to book us all in on Saturday night, it was a wonderful ending to all of our trip to beautiful Cardiff. Thank you all so much for making this possible, Kindest regards from Bob & Angela Brown
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

4.3/555 Reviews
Lovely apartment with everything you need for a comfortable stay in Cardiff. Friendly staff and only 5 minutes from the city centre.

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Highest Price£1,366
Lowest Price£54
Number of Reviews1,670
Number of Hotels78
Average Price (Weekdays)£334
Average Price (Weekends)£294

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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.

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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