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With a stylish bar and restaurant, Clayton Hotel Cardiff offers modern rooms with free WiFi. The hotel is adjacent to Cardiff Central Rail Station, and the Principality Stadium is 300 metres away.

The air-conditioned rooms at Clayton Hotel Cardiff have a luxury bathroom and a seating area. All rooms have a work desk, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided.

Everything was perfect. Nice location, very clean, comortable and great value for money.

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8.2
Very good
6,550 reviews
Price from
£71.10
per night

The Future Inn Cardiff Bay is a modern hotel situated 400 metres away from the Wales Millennium Centre. It offers spacious rooms with free internet, free parking and a restaurant, 1.5 miles from Cardiff city centre.

Perfect place for a short start in Cardiff

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8.2
Very good
10,819 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Well situated in the centre of Cardiff, The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 500 metres from St David's Hall, 1.3 km from Cardiff University and 7.1 km from Cardiff Bay. The property is allergy-free and is set 600 metres from Motorpoint Arena Cardiff.

The room was more spacious than expected. Great bathroom and plenty space to hung your clothes. I loved it!

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8.1
Very good
1,703 reviews
Price from
£72.93
per night

Located in the city centre, just 5 minutes’ walk from Cardiff Castle, this luxury 4-star hotel offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a 20-metres indoor pool and a gym.

Rooms have chic design and are each well-equipped with a TV with Freeview channels, tea/coffee facilities and a private bathroom.

everything things was great and lovely staff. The cleaners and reception was perfect

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8.2
Very good
7,114 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

In the heart of Cardiff city centre, this family-run hotel offers free high-speed Wi-Fi. Cardiff Central Rail Station is a 5-minute walk away.

Each room at Cardiff Sandringham Hotel has an LCD flat-screen TV with Freeview channels.

The Breakfast was amazing, plus a friendly place to stay

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8.2
Very good
4,303 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

Conveniently situated in the centre of Cardiff, Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

amazing breakfast, good size room, comfy bed and nice bathrooms, staff were very friendly

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8
Very good
6,714 reviews
Price from
£51
per night

Located in a select area of Cardiff, often referred to as "The Chelsea of Cardiff”, Lincoln House is set directly on Cathedral Road, within easy reach of all of the city’s main attractions. Just a short stroll will bring you to the stunning Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, Universities, Museum, Civic Centre, Glamorgan Cricket Ground and Cardiff Bay.

My experience with Lincoln House, from beginning to end, was the best I've experienced in many different establishments across the city. Very clean, friendly and professional. Highly recommended in my opinion.

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8.5
Very good
1,470 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

With a great location in Cardiff’s centre, Leonardo Hotel Cardiff, formerly Jurys Inn is set in a beautiful Victorian building and boasts a restaurant and bar. Rooms each feature stylish décor and a flat-screen TV.

Charles was very helpful thank you and hope to see you soon :)

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8.3
Very good
2,546 reviews
Price from
£71.10
per night

Set in an iconic building, with stunning views across Cardiff Bay, the 5-star voco St. David's Cardiff features a luxury spa, stylish bedrooms and an innovative restaurant and a bar. Mermaid Quay is a 5-minute walk away.

Everything, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Beautiful hotel. Great breakfast

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8.6
Fabulous
5,248 reviews
Price from
£106.25
per night

This small, family-run guest house is 1.6 km from Cardiff city centre, with easy access by bus. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and a range of good-value rooms.

The Tanes Hotel has been family run for over 40 years. It prides itself on offering a warm welcome and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

Great value for quality. It is relatively close to city centre. Cosy and clean. Host was kind and friendly. Parking is convenient. Happy with our experience, will go back in future!

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8.1
Very good
1,467 reviews
Price from
£42.30
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Clayton Hotel Cardiff
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,549 reviews

    With a stylish bar and restaurant, Clayton Hotel Cardiff offers modern rooms with free WiFi. The hotel is adjacent to Cardiff Central Rail Station, and the Principality Stadium is 300 metres away.

    Breakfast was amazing and very tasty. I love the helping yourself

  • The Royal Hotel Cardiff
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,702 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Cardiff, The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Pillow were terrible , so flat but even else was ok .

  • Park Plaza Cardiff
    Breakfast options
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7,114 reviews

    Located in the city centre, just 5 minutes’ walk from Cardiff Castle, this luxury 4-star hotel offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. There is a 20-metres indoor pool and a gym.

    The room was large and the bed was so comfortable.

  • Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,714 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the centre of Cardiff, Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Great location, comfy and clean room. Lovely breakfast.

  • Leonardo Hotel Cardiff - Formerly Jurys Inn
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,544 reviews

    With a great location in Cardiff’s centre, Leonardo Hotel Cardiff, formerly Jurys Inn is set in a beautiful Victorian building and boasts a restaurant and bar.

    Everything about the hotel, the staff were fantastic

  • voco St. David's Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,247 reviews

    Set in an iconic building, with stunning views across Cardiff Bay, the 5-star voco St. David's Cardiff features a luxury spa, stylish bedrooms and an innovative restaurant and a bar.

    Amazing hotel, great staff, great food, great views

  • Novotel Cardiff Centre
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,004 reviews

    0.5 miles from the Cardiff International Arena, this Novotel has an indoor swimming pool, a gym and restaurant. Shops, nightlife and Cardiff Central Rail Station are all 10 minutes’ walk away.

    lovely staff, very nice interior bedrooms and large tv

  • Village Hotel Cardiff
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,089 reviews

    Village Hotel Cardiff is 4 miles from Cardiff’s lively city centre and the Cardiff Bay area. It has free Wi-Fi, and a restaurant.

    well situated and drop off/ parking facilities

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  • Maltsters
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 835 reviews

    This refurbished inn has a modern style, a range of Real Ales and classic pub food. It is in Llandaff village, on the north-western edge of Cardiff.

    The staff are absolutely lovely. Wonderful people.

  • Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Centre
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,314 reviews

    Well-placed with its city centre location directly opposite the Motorpoint Arena (formerly the Cardiff International Arena), this Park Inn is adjacent to the St.

    Good location, clean rooms, helpful friendly staff

  • Number One Hundred Bed And Breakfast
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 459 reviews

    Number One Hundred Bed And Breakfast is a small boutique B&B a 15-minute walk from the centre of Cardiff. It has free Wi-Fi, a lovely unique decor and some free parking.

    Very clean and tidy. It was quiet too. A great stay!

  • Century Wharf by Urban Space
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 198 reviews

    A short walk from Cardiff city centre, these modern apartments are close to the Mermaid Quay Restaurant Quarter and offer free use of the on-site gym and conference suite.

    Excellent location and has all the amenities I needed for my holiday

  • Ty Rosa Rooms
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 251 reviews

    The Ty Rosa is a boutique gay-run guest house just 15 minutes from Cardiff city centre. It offers stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi and a lounge to relax in, read a book etc.

    Free Parking clean toilet and comfortable clean room

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Cardiff

  • Avg. price/night: £256
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 273 reviews
    Location, interior design, Cleanliness and very cozy. The pictures advertised didn’t do justice for the actual beauty and luxury of the apartment. I love everything about this place. Exceptional quality!!!
    Hadiza
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 505 reviews
    Beautfully designed, super-clean, stylish yet confortable. Everything you may need available. Lovely staff. Absolutely stunning breakfast.
    Louise
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 505 reviews
    Had a real boutique feel, with beautiful Spanish inspired interior design. Room was pristine and extremely comfortable. Location was perfect for me, right in the centre of everything. Breakfast was fantastic and I’m hoping to be able to have dinner in the restaurant next time I come. Felt like I was having a little spa break and it was quite disappointing to have to go to work afterwards!
    Jemima
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 430 reviews
    location, cleanliness, lovely colours/interior design- all amenities!
    Gloria
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £102
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,197 reviews
    lovely hotel- modern, clean, great design and really friendly staff! if it would be a bit closer to town would definitely come back
    Monika
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,126 reviews
    Lovely decor in the 2 rooms we booked , quirky and can only summarise as wow ! Position of hotel is on Queens street right in the middle of all the shops , but you would not know as its very quiet in rooms. Marco Pierre White Restaurant part of Hotel building on top floor , where we had breakfast. stunning views from rooftop restaurant having breakfast . Breakfast was buffet but you had a menu too and my smashed avocado on sourdough with bacon and eggs was amazing. Highly recommend this boutique hotel cant wait to go back .
    Nicky
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,126 reviews
    There was a nice big bouncy bed. The interior design was lovely. the shower is amazing. And nice fluffy towels and robes. That was the highlights, the only downside was no Netflix on the tv! The breakfast was great especially the fresh stuff, the cooked stuffed was typical hotel buffet, not the nicest but also not completely terrible.
    Sophia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £174.38
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 515 reviews
    beautiful stylish hotel, boutique luxury, gorgeous views and exceptional service
    Elvi
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £93.60
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,611 reviews
    The hotel building has stunning architecture with lovely furniture and collectable pieces. Rooms were nicely designed. The jacuzzi bath was so lovely.
    J
    Jeffreys
    Family with young children
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 29 reviews
    The place is completely exceptional, the host is completely brilliant at customer service. A true rare hidden gem in Cardiff. Its worth far more than its charged at, spa is amazing, and the interior designer deserves an award it is truly stunning, already looking to our next visit there
    A
    Anonymous
    People with friends

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