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Recommended hotels in Cardiff

A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

1. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,823 reviews)
"This is a very good hotel, location, price, service, excellent restaurant and amenities. Close to the train station and to the center of town. Stay there if you travel to Cardiff."
United States
Boris
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Parkgate Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,506 reviews)
"We have stayed here a number of times and it doesn’t fail to meet expectations"
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a corner location.

3. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
3.5 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and atmosphere"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

4. Lincoln House Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel
3.0 star property
Pontcanna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (717 reviews)
"This place had the best breakfast I had in my entire trip. Cooked to order and it was just fantastic. The building seems to be very old and even spooky, but overall the stay was pretty good."
United States
Juan
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lincoln House Hotel
A grand hotel lobby with a marble floor, large potted plants, and a chandelier.

5. The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,426 reviews)
"Lovely stay, very central. Staff were great."
United Kingdom
Gemma
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Angel Hotel
A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

6. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United Kingdom
Luke
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
A modern dining area with blue seating and yellow chairs, large windows offering views of historic architecture.

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,116 reviews)
"Great location near the station & perfect for a quick stay for events."
United Kingdom
Benjamin
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

8. Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed the pool and the restaurant."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Park Plaza Cardiff
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

9. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Great Hotel, great views and food excellent"
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
A bar area with a wooden counter, red bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are blue chairs and tables arranged for seating.

10. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,244 reviews)
"Brilliant stay, only thing was the very hard bed, not comfortable at all."
United Kingdom
Jason
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

11. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,026 reviews)
"Great location, nice room"
United Kingdom
Jayne
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

12. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,678 reviews)
"Ideally placed for visiting Cardiff Bay and nice stay"
United Kingdom
David
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
A bar area with stools, tables, and a checkered floor.

13. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Excellent stay , will visit again"
United Kingdom
John
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

14. easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff
3.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Lovely stay at the easy hotel. Walking distance to central Cardiff and all the shopping and events. Lovely stay and very helpful. Would stay again."
Canada
Helen
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
easyHotel Cardiff
A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

15. Parador44

Parador44
3.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (216 reviews)
"This was a perfect gem in central Cardiff and our room was so lovely. Loved our stay here can’t recommend this modern and beautiful spot enough!"
Canada
Sarah
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Parador44
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with patterned cushions, a green armchair, and pendant lighting.

16. Hilton Cardiff

Hilton Cardiff
4.5 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Cardiff
A hotel entrance with a red awning, a sign for Ladbrokes, and a sign for Cafe Jazz.

17. Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
2.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay. Perfectly located with easy access to everything and anything you need. It’s clean and quiet, and the staff is lovely."
Canada
Fannie
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
A four-poster canopy bed with a white frame and blue bedding, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

18. Waterloo Hotel

Waterloo Hotel
3.0 star property
Pillgwenlly
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Waterloo Hotel
A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

19. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Butetown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (335 reviews)
"Very clean tidy room and staff were very friendly. Bonus was the kitchen Breakfast was a little sparse no sausages ! Overall very good stay would recommend to travellers"
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Restaurant

20. The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel
3.5 star property
Butetown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (970 reviews)
"Great staff, big if dated room but clean and a fantastic breakfast selection available"
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Coal Exchange Hotel
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Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

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Cardiff Motels information

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Lowest Price
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cardiff?
If you can't find a motel in Cardiff, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from more than 1873 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. In the US, motels boomed at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Cardiff?
Here are a few budget-friendly accommodations to book in Cardiff. The Angel Hotel - Hotel Celtic Manor Resort - Hotel The Parkgate Hotel - Hotel Future Inns Cardiff Bay - Hotel
What things can I to do in Cardiff?
While you're exploring this historical, family-friendly area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. Those who've visited Cardiff love its shops, theatre scene and museums. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Bute Park, Sophia Gardens and Roath Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Cardiff International Sports Village, Barry Island Pleasure Park and Techniquest. Some historical places you might want to see include Cardiff Castle, New Theatre and National Museum Cardiff.
What's the seasonal weather like in Cardiff?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Cardiff to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Cardiff is 1041 mm.
What are my options for getting around Cardiff while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Cardiff to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is located 9 mi (14.4 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 21.3 mi (34.2 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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