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Our top choices for Fairwater hotels

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1. The Maltsters Arms

The Maltsters Arms
3.5 star property
Llandaff, 1.4 km from Fairwater
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Staff amazing and the rooms fantastic. Food also nice if u eat in with added bonus of free parking"
United Kingdom
alan
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Maltsters Arms
A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

2. Lincoln House Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 3 km from Fairwater
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (720 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$197
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Lincoln House Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a glass railing, a hot tub, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

3. Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Fairwater
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Welcome to the Village Hotel Cardiff It’s a lovely place with convenient modern resort in-house tgi fridays american diner. Good pool and spa."
United Kingdom
Moira
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Village Hotel Cardiff
A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a fireplace.

4. Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd

Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Fairwater
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Highly recommended good place to stay!"
United States
Dennis
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd
A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

5. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna Inn
3.5 star property
Pontcanna, 3.4 km from Fairwater
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Highly recommend staying here. Lovely rooms, with incredibly welcoming and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Pontcanna Inn
A grand hotel lobby with a marble floor, large potted plants, and a chandelier.

6. The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.2 km from Fairwater
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,447 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay."
United Kingdom
Gary
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Angel Hotel
A stone building with a red awning labeled "Gwaelod y Garth Inn".

7. Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn
3.5 star property
6.5 km from Fairwater
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay in the Welsh Countryside. The room was large, quiet and comfortable. The staff were amazingly friendly (well, let's face it, aren't most Welsh people?). The breakfast was classy and of excellent quality. I highly recommend this inn for a stay. You won't regret it for a moment. 5 stars all around!"
United Kingdom
Alistair
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Gwaelod Y Garth Inn
A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a corner location.

8. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.6 km from Fairwater
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and atmosphere"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
A modern dining area with blue seating and yellow chairs, large windows offering views of historic architecture.

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.8 km from Fairwater
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,110 reviews)
"Great location near the station & perfect for a quick stay for events."
United Kingdom
Benjamin
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

10. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.5 km from Fairwater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,819 reviews)
"Clean room, a bit of a walk from the lift but other than that a good stay."
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Parkgate Hotel
A Victorian-style building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a stone facade.

11. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 2.9 km from Fairwater
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (112 reviews)
"Staff was really nice, great room, would definitely stay again, recommend 💯"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

12. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.1 km from Fairwater
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,023 reviews)
"Great location, nice room"
United Kingdom
Jayne
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

13. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.5 km from Fairwater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,504 reviews)
"We have stayed here a number of times and it doesn’t fail to meet expectations"
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

14. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 3.7 km from Fairwater
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (331 reviews)
"Very nice where we were"
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

15. Parador44

Parador44
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 4.4 km from Fairwater
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"It is a wonderful place to stay within walking distance of the main tourist area and castle. And it has a great restaurant downstairs. We would definitely stay there again!"
Canada
Brianne
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Parador44
A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

16. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 5.7 km from Fairwater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 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$192
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

17. Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 4.6 km from Fairwater
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed the pool and the restaurant."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Park Plaza Cardiff
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a yellow umbrella, and a brick building in the background.

18. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 5.7 km from Fairwater
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good parking A nice walk to the restaurants"
Australia
Tabra
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

19. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown, 6.3 km from Fairwater
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,686 reviews)
"Ideally placed for visiting Cardiff Bay and nice stay"
United Kingdom
David
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
The exterior of the Mercure Hotel with a clear entrance and a sign above the doors.

20. Mercure Cardiff

Mercure Cardiff
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Fairwater
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay xx"
United Kingdom
Tracey
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mercure Cardiff
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Our guide on where to stay in Fairwater

Find the best Fairwater areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Fairwater
Learn more about Fairwater
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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 waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Butetown

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

A modern bridge with a unique design, a river, and a stadium with distinctive architecture.
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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.

Top Fairwater Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Fairwater

Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We had a really nice stay hotel is great, but the car parking charges are extortionate"
ian 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Celtic Manor Resort

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Fairwater that travellers recommend?
For a highly recommended hotel in Fairwater, travellers consistently praise The Maltsters Arms.

This 3.5-star accommodation has an exceptional rating of 9.2, with guests frequently highlighting its comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and attentive staff. The food is often described as excellent and exceptional. It offers free self-parking and is conveniently located, with St. Fagan's Castle just 0.3 km away, Insole Court 0.5 km away, Victoria Park 0.9 km away, and Thompson's Park 1.0 km away.
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