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Our top choices for Cardiff Bay Waterfront hotels

Exterior

1. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.3 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,505 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in the heart of Cardiff."
Canada
Greg
The price is HK$611
HK$734 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Reception hall

2. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.1 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,821 reviews)
"Super helpful and friendly staff throughout the hotel which really elevated our stay."
United Kingdom
Gemma
The price is HK$1,116
HK$1,340 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Parkgate Hotel
Exterior

3. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Great value for money and just a 15 minute walk to Mermaid Quay"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is HK$756
HK$907 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

4. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown, 0.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"
United States
Aylin
The price is HK$976
HK$1,171 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

5. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 2.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"So spacious! Very relaxing stay! Plus short walking distance to cafe, Bute Park and Cardiff Castle and downtown! "
Canada
Lydia
The price is HK$566
HK$679 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Front of property

6. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna Inn
3.5 star property
Pontcanna, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Highly recommend staying here. Lovely rooms, with incredibly welcoming and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is HK$689
HK$827 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Pontcanna Inn
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.8 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,116 reviews)
"Clean, well equipped, comfortable bed, great central location."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is HK$519
HK$622 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Daily full breakfast for a fee

8. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.7 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location literally next to the train station"
United States
Joel
The price is HK$675
HK$810 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Indoor pool, pool loungers

9. Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.4 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay in Cardiff"
United Kingdom
marc
The price is HK$835
HK$1,002 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Park Plaza Cardiff
Cocktail bar

10. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.8 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,247 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice, parking was simple. And the location was very good - the city centre was on the door step. There was Browns bar and restaurant in the hotel, and this was very good. Nice place if you wish to soak up the city centre atmosphere."
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is HK$791
HK$949 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Exterior

11. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were great and breakfast was nice."
United Kingdom
michael
The price is HK$658
HK$789 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
Exterior

12. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"good location excellent breakfast"
United Kingdom
philip
The price is HK$611
HK$734 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
Interior entrance

13. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown, 0.6 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,636 reviews)
"Overall a very nice stay for the family."
United States
Eldhose
The price is HK$694
HK$833 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
View from room

14. Hilton Cardiff

Hilton Cardiff
4.5 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"A perfect location for a hotel if you are going to a gig at Cardiff Castle."
United Kingdom
Helen
The price is HK$962
HK$1,155 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hilton Cardiff
Bar (on property)

15. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.3 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and tidy with friendly staff and the breakfast was very good"
United Kingdom
Tina
The price is HK$694
HK$833 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
Restaurant

16. The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel
3.5 star property
Butetown, 0.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (903 reviews)
"Very large room in a convenient location for visiting the bay and millennium centre. The spa bath was brilliant in a large bathroom."
United Kingdom
Hannah
The price is HK$470
HK$564 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Coal Exchange Hotel
Interior entrance

17. The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.4 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,328 reviews)
"Great location, friendly helpful staff, nice breakfast."
United Kingdom
Rene
The price is HK$470
HK$564 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Angel Hotel
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

18. easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff
3.0 star property
Adamsdown, 2.2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"It was in a very convenient location, not too far from the city center. The staff was very polite!"
United States
Maddie
The price is HK$343
HK$411 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
easyHotel Cardiff
Exterior

19. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great room, very clean and well maintained, helpful friendly staff made this an excellent choice for a short stay with great breakfast. Staff helped with taxis and directions back to the city centre."
United Kingdom
ANDY
The price is HK$554
HK$665 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Interior

20. Tanes Hotel

Tanes Hotel
2.0 star property
Adamsdown, 2.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (683 reviews)
"Very clean rooms"
United Kingdom
MOHAMMED
The price is HK$512
HK$614 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Tanes Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,505 reviews
View
Reception hall
The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,821 reviews
View
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
316 reviews
View
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
325 reviews
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Top Cardiff Bay Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were so helpful and friendly.. the breakfast was lovely and the smoke salmon was delish"
abigail 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Parkgate Hotel

Other attractions near Cardiff Bay Waterfront

A modern building with large letters spelling "HORIZONS" and "ALIVE".

Wales Millennium Centre

9.0/10 (631 reviews)
Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cardiff Bay Waterfront?
Cardiff Bay Waterfront is located in a welcoming area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 102 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cardiff Bay Waterfront?
Adjacent to Cardiff Bay Waterfront, The Coal Exchange Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include Future Inns Cardiff Bay and Novotel Cardiff Centre.
How many hotels are there near Cardiff Bay Waterfront?
Expedia has 102 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff Bay Waterfront.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff Bay Waterfront, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Cardiff Bay Waterfront.
What can I see and do near Cardiff Bay Waterfront?
You'll want to browse the collections at Techniquest, National Museum Cardiff and St. Fagan's Castle. Explore landmarks like New Theatre, Cardiff Castle and Insole Court. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.
How can I get to Cardiff Bay Waterfront?
If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Cardiff Bay Station. There may not be many public transport choices close to Cardiff Bay Waterfront so consider a car rental to maximise your time.