Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An aerial view of a city with a river, stadium, and surrounding residential areas.
A castle surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a clear blue sky.
A modern urban square with a glass building labeled 'John Lewis' and a large metallic sculpture.
A statue of a historical figure on a pedestal with inscriptions.
A historic church with a large rose window, pointed arches, and a tall spire.

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Our pick of the best Cardiff City Centre Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$110 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$110
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,241 reviews)
"No air con, which in the week of a heatwave was terrible - especially when the bedroom window opens a tiny amount and the breakfast room windows can’t open at all! The headboard of the bed was flaking also. The whole hotel is a beautiful building and in a fantastic location but is in desperate need ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$256 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$256
19 July - 20 July
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 restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,797 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Great location. To nit pick: the late night in room service menu was very limited. You have to pay extra to use the hydro spa amenities which is far from ideal."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$177 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$177
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Nice Big king size bed and very big room and right in town ."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$181 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$181
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,248 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and friendly. Nothing too much trouble. Breakfast was lovely but a bit cold. Air conditioning in our room was lousy, not cold enough and air flow was ineffective, room was way too hot to sleep in. Location was great for city centre"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

3 out of 5
1-3 Fitzalan Place Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$88 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$88
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

easyHotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is AU$160 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$160
23 July - 24 July
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. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"I really like novotel in Cardiff. Clean, spacious and friendly staff. Just disappointed in the aftercare. It turned out I'd paid twice for parking and no response to my email enquiries."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on 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
Learn more about Cardiff City Centre

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.

Risca East

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Risca East and surrounding area, you can visit Twmbarlwm Mountain and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

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.

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.

Pontcanna

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



Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

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