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Our top choices for Cardiff Bay hotels

Terrace/patio

1. Parador44

Parador44
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3 km from Cardiff Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (201 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, lovely amenities and helpful staff. Terrific breakfast!"
United States
Julia
The price is RM528
RM634 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Parador44
Exterior

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,504 reviews)
"Loved it, 2nd stay and everything was perfect ! Comfiest hotel beds ever, great ammenities, staff very helpful and with the nice weather the rooftop bar was a great perk too!"
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is RM319
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Reception hall

3. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,808 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff were so welcoming, the room gorgeous and I don't think we'd stay anywhere else."
United Kingdom
Allyson
The price is RM556
RM667 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
The Parkgate Hotel
Exterior

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 2 km from Cardiff Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Great value apartment suite stay"
United Kingdom
Karl
The price is RM432
RM518 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Exterior

5. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown, 0.8 km from Cardiff Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and really enjoyed the experience. Great spa, breakfast and room. Loved the balcony view of the bay also."
United Kingdom
Nathan
The price is RM505
RM606 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

6. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,114 reviews)
"The room was small but clean and in a perfect location. The staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
Stephanie
The price is RM271
RM325 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Daily full breakfast for a fee

7. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great Hotel in a central location in Cardiff 👍"
United Kingdom
Shaun
The price is RM363
RM435 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Exterior

8. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were great and breakfast was nice."
United Kingdom
michael
The price is RM361
RM433 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
Interior entrance

9. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown, 1.7 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,620 reviews)
"Overall a very nice stay for the family."
United States
Eldhose
The price is RM340
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Exterior

10. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely stay and staff very welcoming"
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is RM298
RM358 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
Cocktail bar

11. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.7 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,249 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in Cardiff "
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is RM432
RM518 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Bar (on property)

12. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and tidy with friendly staff and the breakfast was very good"
United Kingdom
Tina
The price is RM368
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
Exterior

13. Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments

Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (165 reviews)
"recently renewed-----excellent accommodation--very clean--housekeeping staff on hand for any queries."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is RM289
RM540 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments
Interior entrance

14. The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,290 reviews)
"The location is excellent and the staff helpful."
United Kingdom
David
The price is RM246
RM295 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Angel Hotel
Restaurant

15. The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel
3.5 star property
Butetown, 1.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (877 reviews)
"Lovely big room. Fabulous location. Would definitely stay there again."
United Kingdom
Paula
The price is RM281
RM337 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
The Coal Exchange Hotel
Exterior

16. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"In great location lovely staff and really tasty breakfast "
United Kingdom
Sapphire
The price is RM271
RM325 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Front of property

17. Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
2.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.9 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super location, great value, not luxury accomodations but absolutely worth booking a stay if you're on a budget"
United States
Zachary
The price is RM244
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

18. Austins Self Service Guest House

Austins Self Service Guest House
3.0 star property
Riverside, 3.1 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (350 reviews)
"Highly recommend if you are after something affordable and close to the city centre "
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is RM202
RM243 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Austins Self Service Guest House
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

19. WiseStay

WiseStay
3.0 star property
Riverside, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (217 reviews)
"That’s good nice and quite place…."
United Kingdom
MD Arif
The price is RM263
RM316 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
WiseStay
Exterior

20. Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre
4.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel is really amazing, close to the city centre, clean and modern. I would come back again."
United Kingdom
Aleksandra
The price is RM367
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Novotel Cardiff Centre
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Parador44
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
201 reviews
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Exterior
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,504 reviews
View
Reception hall
The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,808 reviews
View
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
309 reviews
View
Exterior
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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Top Cardiff Bay Hotel Reviews

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel that's also in a fabulous location right next to the train station and a couple of minutes to shops, bars and restaurants. Air conditioning broke and they straight away moved us to a bigger better room, staff very friendly."
Amanda 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

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Cardiff International Sports Village

8.0/10 (1 review)
Enjoy a stop at Cardiff International Sports Village, an entertaining place to visit in Cardiff. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cardiff Bay?
Cardiff Bay 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 90 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Cardiff Bay?
Voco St David's Cardiff by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cardiff Bay. Another good choice is The Coal Exchange Hotel, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.
How many hotels are there near Cardiff Bay?
Expedia has 90 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff Bay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Cardiff Bay.
What can I see and do near Cardiff Bay?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History or Techniquest. Coal Exchange building, Cardiff Castle and New Theatre are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.
How can I get to Cardiff Bay?
If you're hopping a train into the city, Cardiff Bay Station is the closest station to Butetown. There might not be many public transport options to choose from close to Cardiff Bay so consider renting a car to see more of the area.