Top 10 Cardiff City Centre Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Cardiff City Centre

Stately building with a grand entrance, featuring classical columns, arches, and decorative moldings.

"A lovely hotel with a great restaurant. Would definitely book again and unlikely to go anywhere else whem visiting cardiff. "

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Hotel Indigo features a classic, symmetrical facade with large windows and decorative elements.

"Great hotel friendly staff! "

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

"Friendly staff and excellent location"

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4 Aug - 5 Aug

Enter a grand, symmetrical hall with arched doorways, potted plants, and polished floors.

"Location was great!"

Enjoy a formal dining experience with unobstructed views of the interior, surrounded by elegant tables and comfortable seating.

"Close to everything, great breakfast, comfortable beds. Everyone was welcoming and kind. "

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17 Aug - 18 Aug

Relax by the pool surrounded by columns, featuring a calm atmosphere and multiple lanes.

"Beautiful property, attentive staff, great rooms for area and price."

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14 Aug - 15 Aug

Experience the grandeur of The Royal Hotel Cardiff, featuring a classical entrance with Corinthian columns and a detailed pediment.

"Fantastic place to stay, wonderful trip"

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10 Aug - 11 Aug

Check in at CARDIFF, where friendly staff welcome you to a clean and organized reception area.

"Pricing is perfect for such a clean hotel. "

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10 Aug - 11 Aug

Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a striking abstract art piece.

"lovely hotel and surrounding area"

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Enjoy meals in this cozy dining area with a large round table and comfortable seating.

"Great "

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11 Aug - 12 Aug

Enjoy a drink at the bar with comfortable seating and a variety of liquor options.

"Fantastic hotel. Staff really friendly and the room was clean tidy and was above what i was expecting to be honest. Brilliant value for money and if am in Cardiff again i will be staying here!"

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Enjoy meals in a stylish dining area with large windows offering views of the city and a historic landmark.

"Great location and room had everything we needed"

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10 Aug - 11 Aug

Stroll through the serene courtyard, surrounded by a paved walkway and a seating area with benches and tables.

Relax with a drink at the bar, surrounded by exposed brick walls and wooden beams.

"We were in Cardiff for a concert. It is a fun event city. We likened the downtown atmosphere to the Fremont Street of the U.K. The city center has the train station, shopping, dining and nightlife, all within walking or Uber distance of Novotel. This historic hotel has a great aesthetic, fantastic food, friendly staff and nice, clean rooms. Would definitely stay here again!"

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27 Jul - 28 Jul

Two beds with headboards and bedside tables, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a lamp.

"Great location friendly staff walk to the castle and train station"

Stunning multi-level space with a grand staircase, comfortable seating areas, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

"Check in and out was quick and easy. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The food was excellent."

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Experience the sleek entrance of this hotel, featuring a covered walkway and illuminated signage.

"Excellent staff lovely large room great location for the city excellent value for money"

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a microwave, oven, and washing machine.

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4 Aug - 5 Aug

"A little confusing to find at first but called the number on the door and got sorted just fine. The room was fine, it was a studio apartment. The staff were also friendly and helpful."

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28 Jul - 29 Jul

Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with microwave, oven, coffee maker, and kettle.

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29 Jul - 30 Jul

Where to stay in Cardiff City Centre

Find the best Cardiff City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cardiff City Centre

Cardiff featuring a city and street scenes

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Principality Stadium to St. David's Hall – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Wales Millennium Centre showing modern architecture, a city and a square or plaza

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

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Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

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Pontcanna

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

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Cathays

Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to Principality Stadium or National Museum Cardiff.

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Top Cardiff City Centre Hotel Reviews

The Angel Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room I stayed in was very spacious, the bed was comfortable, and the staff were very kind and attentive, which made my stay very pleasant.""

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous room nice and clean tidy, beautiful bathroom and the bed was so comfy it felt like sleeping on clouds! Towels provided are nice and large and enough provided. The staff are so friendly and welcoming always had a smile on their face, always said hello. Check-in was so easy and checkout also. The atmosphere in the evening at the hotel bar was fabulous and again staff are so friendly and attentive. Definitely will be staying again Thank you. "

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is perfect for a visit to Cardiff. It’s very central and next to the train and bus stations. Check in very easy and the staff were welcoming. Room is adequate for a city break..has everything you need. The rooms were quiet which meant a lovely nights sleep. Would recommend this hotel."

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cardiff City Centre like?

Cardiff City Centre is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its major shopping area and interesting historical sites. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Cardiff City Centre? Consider a visit to Principality Stadium while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Cardiff City Centre?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Parador44 is the highest ranked property in Cardiff City Centre. This hotel is steps from Cardiff Castle, and offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The Parkgate Hotel and Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Cardiff City Centre area?

Expedia has 84 hotels and other accommodation options in Cardiff City Centre to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cardiff area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cardiff City Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Cardiff City Centre.

What can I see and do in this Cardiff neighbourhood?

Cardiff City Centre's sights and attractions like St. David's Hall, New Theatre and Animal Wall offer insight into the local culture. Principality Stadium and Cardiff International Arena are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Cardiff City Centre include Cineworld Cardiff, Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral of St David and St. John the Baptist Church. While you're out sightseeing, Queen Arcade and Cardiff Market are a couple of additional sights to visit in Cardiff.

How can I get around Cardiff City Centre and the greater Cardiff area?

If you're considering venturing out of town, train travel is a great option. Cardiff Central Station is the closest train station, but Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) and Cardiff Queen Street Station are also close by.

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The Parkgate Hotel

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Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

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