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Our top choices for Gabalfa hotels

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

1. Lincoln House Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 1.7 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (721 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 HK$812
HK$975 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Lincoln House Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a poster advertising the hotel.

2. The Maltsters Arms

The Maltsters Arms
3.5 star property
Llandaff, 1.7 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (254 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 HK$534
HK$641 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Maltsters Arms
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

3. Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.7 km from Gabalfa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Enjoyed the pool and the restaurant."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is HK$771
HK$925 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Park Plaza Cardiff
A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

4. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.7 km from Gabalfa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,507 reviews)
"We have stayed here a number of times and it doesn’t fail to meet expectations"
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is HK$615
HK$737 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with a glass railing, a hot tub, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

5. Village Hotel Cardiff

Village Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Gabalfa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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 HK$691
HK$829 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Village Hotel Cardiff
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

6. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.6 km from Gabalfa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Great location, nice room"
United Kingdom
Jayne
The price is HK$580
HK$696 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

7. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3 km from Gabalfa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,813 reviews)
"Clean room, a bit of a walk from the lift but other than that a good stay."
United Kingdom
Mike
The price is HK$1,134
HK$1,361 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Parkgate Hotel
The exterior of the Mercure Hotel with a clear entrance and a sign above the doors.

8. Mercure Cardiff

Mercure Cardiff
4.0 star property
3.7 km from Gabalfa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay xx"
United Kingdom
Tracey
The price is HK$528
HK$634 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Cardiff
A bar area with stools, tables, and a checkered floor.

9. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Gabalfa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay , will visit again"
United Kingdom
John
The price is HK$615
HK$738 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

10. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown, 4.7 km from Gabalfa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,690 reviews)
"Ideally placed for visiting Cardiff Bay and nice stay"
United Kingdom
David
The price is HK$608
HK$730 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
A bar area with a wooden counter, red bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are blue chairs and tables arranged for seating.

11. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Gabalfa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,248 reviews)
"Amazing staff. Excellent location."
United Kingdom
OLIVIA
The price is HK$814
HK$976 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.3 km from Gabalfa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United Kingdom
Luke
The price is HK$552
HK$662 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
A dining table with a plate of food, two glasses of wine, and cutlery.

13. Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
4.0 star property
Adamsdown, 3.1 km from Gabalfa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely"
United Kingdom
jason
The price is HK$532
HK$638 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
A grand hotel lobby with a marble floor, large potted plants, and a chandelier.

14. The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.6 km from Gabalfa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,446 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay."
United Kingdom
Gary
The price is HK$497
HK$596 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Angel Hotel
A Victorian-style building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a stone facade.

15. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 1.6 km from Gabalfa
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 HK$428
HK$514 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms
A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

16. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 2.3 km from Gabalfa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (333 reviews)
"Very nice where we were"
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is HK$594
HK$713 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

17. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 4.1 km from Gabalfa
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 HK$874
HK$1,049 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

18. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown, 5.1 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Hotel, great views and food excellent"
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is HK$969
HK$1,163 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

19. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna Inn
3.5 star property
Pontcanna, 2 km from Gabalfa
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 HK$676
HK$811 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pontcanna Inn
A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

20. Parador44

Parador44
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Gabalfa
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 HK$1,188
HK$1,426 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Parador44
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Where to stay in Gabalfa

Find the best Gabalfa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Gabalfa Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

8/10 Good
"Trash can in bathroom is minuscule. I could only fit 2 small pieces of trash in it. Need more drawers for unpacking. Giant empty closet but no drawers."
Phil 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Parkgate Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Gabalfa like?
Gabalfa is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its parks.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Gabalfa?
For your stay in Gabalfa, 2 BED APARTMENTS 1-5 NIGHTS STAY is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
How many hotels will I find in Gabalfa?
If you're searching for places to stay in Cardiff, choose from one of Expedia's 15 hotels and other accommodation options in Gabalfa.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gabalfa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Gabalfa.
What can I see and do in this Cardiff neighbourhood?
Cathays Cemetery, Swalec Stadium and Llanover Hall Arts Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Gabalfa. Insole Court and Caerphilly Mountain are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cardiff.