Butetown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A modern stadium with a unique curved roof, a large Ferris wheel, and a calm water body reflecting the structures.
A waterfront with a large Ferris wheel, a modern building with a curved roof, and a reflection in the water.
A directional signpost with multiple route indications, including 'City Centre' and 'Cardiff Bay.'
A wooden pier with a metal railing, a bench, and a view of a river with industrial structures in the background.

Stay near popular Butetown attractions

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Cardiff Bay

9.0/10 (1,226 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
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Activities

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

AU$85
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

AU$150
per adult
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

AU$38
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

AU$13
per adult
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket
Luggage Storage in Cardiff

Luggage Storage in Cardiff

AU$14
per adult
Luggage Storage in Cardiff
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

AU$43
per adult
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour
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Our pick of the best Butetown Hotel Deals

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$117 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$117
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,686 reviews)
"Room was nice, free parking was handy and the breakfast buffet was lovely. Good spot to locate yourself as just a short stroll over to Cardiff Bay with all the bars and restaurants."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel

3.5 out of 5
The Exchange Bld, Mount Stuart Square Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$106 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$106
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
The Coal Exchange Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$136 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$136
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Novotel Cardiff Centre
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

5 out of 5
Havannah Street Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$215 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$215
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$109 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$109
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$178 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$178
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (337 reviews)
"It was just ok. Pretty far from the main sites."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Butetown

Find the best Butetown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aerial view of a city with a river, stadium, and surrounding residential areas.

Cardiff City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A historic castle with a moat, surrounded by modern buildings with illuminated signs.

Castle Quarter

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

A modern bridge with a unique design, a river, and a stadium with distinctive architecture.
Photo by Mick Lobb
Open Photo by Mick Lobb

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.

A suspension bridge over a river with leafless trees in the background.

Pontcanna

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

A historic building with classical architecture, including a prominent dome and detailed facade.

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 National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.

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