Top 10 Hotels Near Cardiff Bay Waterfront in Cardiff for 2026

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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A walk-in shower with a glass door, tiled walls, and a patterned floor.

A kitchen with blue cabinets, a coffee machine, and various bottles and jars on shelves.

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden tables, and a wine rack.

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 2.2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Brianne

RM587

RM705 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dark countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of a balcony with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a large sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a lake and trees, a white wall with shelves holding decorative items, and a door leading to another room.

2. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Claire

RM440

RM528 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

A conference room with a round table, six chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A bathroom with a mirror, a table with a lamp, a bottle, and a glass of water.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and wall art.

3. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 2.3 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Joanne

RM304

RM364 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A woman walking on a treadmill in a gym with large windows overlooking a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and a decorative plant.

4. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 0.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Elizabeth

RM508

RM609 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench by the window, and a patterned wall.

A restaurant interior with a patterned wallpaper, a tufted leather booth, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a green artificial turf path, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

David

RM354

RM425 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

A brick building with arched windows and a prominent entrance labeled "HOTEL 10".

A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a patterned floor.

6. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 2.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Sarah

RM311

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with blue seating and yellow chairs, large windows offering views of historic architecture.

A modern building with a flat facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

A modern lounge area with a round table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A bar area with a wooden counter labeled "FOUR POINTS FLEX" by Sheraton, a selection of liquor bottles, and a view of buildings through large windows.

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.8 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Elizabeth

RM227

RM272 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

A modern bar area with a glass railing, bar counter, and various bottles and glasses.

A restaurant with a high ceiling, green and white striped windows, and a view of a building with a pointed roof.

A modern hotel with a prominent "Clayton Hotel" sign, surrounded by urban infrastructure and street lighting.

8. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.7 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Luke

RM305

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

A lobby with a Christmas tree, seating areas, and decorative lights.

A bar area with a polished reflective surface, a bartender preparing a drink, and a variety of bottles in the background.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

9. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 2.4 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Nicola

RM396

RM475 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, a potted plant, and a clear view of the sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, multiple cushions, a small wooden table, and potted plants.

10. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 0.6 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

David

RM322

RM387 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bar area with a wooden counter, red bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are blue chairs and tables arranged for seating.

A bar area with a central bar, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

A conference room with tables, chairs, a large screen, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

11. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.8 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Lauren

RM426

RM511 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A beach with a sandy shore, a stone wall, and a few people walking.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a bar in the background.

12. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Jayne

RM304

RM364 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with stools, tables, and a checkered floor.

A living room with a fireplace, a red armchair, a brown leather armchair, a white sofa, and a wooden chest.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A conference room with rows of white chairs, a red carpet, and a chandelier.

13. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 2.3 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

John

RM322

RM387 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bathtub with two glasses of champagne and a bottle of champagne.

14. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 0.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

James

RM250

RM300 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A waiting area with four chairs and two tables, a door, and a poster on the wall.

A modern building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign for 'easyHotel'.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white toilet, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

15. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 2.2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Helen

RM186

RM223 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a corner location.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, purple sofas, a wooden floor, and a patterned wall.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a modern building, and a bridge reflecting in calm waters.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 2 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Patricia

RM309

RM371 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a yellow umbrella, and a brick building in the background.

A breakfast buffet area with coffee options, a sign for 'Express Start Breakfast', and a 'Wake Cup' sign offering fairtrade coffee.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A bar area with a bartender serving a drink, a cash register, and shelves stocked with various liquor bottles.

17. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Susan

RM272

RM326 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with patterned cushions, a green armchair, and pendant lighting.

A long indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and columns, and a tiled floor.

A modern bar area with seating and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone patterned floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa.

18. Hilton Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Andrew

RM446

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A library with leather armchairs, a fireplace, bookshelves, and a framed painting.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chandelier, and a wardrobe.

A hotel room with a striped armchair, a leather armchair, a small table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A well-maintained garden with various colorful flowers and plants, a stone wall, and a blue door.

19. Tanes Hotel

Adamsdown, 2.9 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Kenneth

RM268

RM322 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A grand hotel lobby with a marble floor, large potted plants, and a chandelier.

A room with two white upholstered chairs, a wooden table with tea cups and plates, a patterned armchair, a yellow vase, and a fireplace.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a double bed, a desk with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

20. The Angel Hotel

Castle Quarter, 2.4 km from Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Kirsty

RM260

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 219 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 339 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,507 reviews	View
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Pontcanna Inn	9.0 Wonderful 217 reviews	View

Top Cardiff Bay Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"really enjoyed my stay there, overall just a friendly hotel with a lovely vibe in it"

The Angel Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel.my room was great.nice staff.great area.lady on desk very helpful regarding parking."

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our 2nd stay here this year. Great location for exploring Cardiff Comfortable beds and spacious room"

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel location is ideally located near Cardiff city centre and directly next-door to Cardiff Central train station. Staff were also very polite and approachable."

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located. Large clean room. Large television. Bath and shower available. Friendly staff. Recommended"

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was smooth from checking in to getting to the room which was clean and spacious. All staff were really helpful and friendly. Comfortable bed and lovely breakfast with the area being clean and comfortable. We recommended.for.a st ay whethwer it it to visit the Cardiff Bay area or city centre."

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Comfy and spacious room. The bath was a real bonus. Easy walk to the Bay. Ideal location"

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent centrally located hotel that delivers outstanding customer service for their customers. Excellent quality sound proof rooms, clean and tidy, Breakfast was good and the options for Gluten free customers was tremendous. An outstanding stay and would definitely book this hotel in Cardiff if an overnight stay was needed."

Park Plaza Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely bar and cocktails …"

Other attractions near Cardiff Bay Waterfront

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

Wales Millennium Centre

9.0/10 (631 reviews)

An architectural masterpiece, the Wales Millennium Centre is at the heart of Cardiff Bay, a wonderfully regenerated area full of striking buildings, wide open spaces and intriguing pieces of public art.

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A waterfront promenade with steps leading to a seating area, a tall concrete structure, and a row of commercial buildings with various storefronts.

Mermaid Quay

Looking for the very latest in high-street fashions? Want to pamper yourself with a luxury spa session? Or do you feel like treating someone special with a memorable evening out? You’ll find everything at Mermaid Quay, which is one of the premier leisure spots in Cardiff, just a short walk from the city centre and easily accessible whether you’re arriving by road, rail or water.

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Pierhead

You can browse the exhibits at Pierhead, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cardiff. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

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Roald Dahl Plass

You can find out about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Roald Dahl Plass. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.

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Norwegian Church

Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Norwegian Church. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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Cardiff Bay Water Feature

Find out about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Cardiff Bay Water Feature. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

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La Mostra Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at La Mostra Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Coal Exchange building

Find out about the history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Coal Exchange building. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

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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 97 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 97 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 National Museum Cardiff, Techniquest 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.

Hotels near Cardiff Bay Waterfront

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Our top choices for Cardiff Bay Waterfront hotels

1. Parador44

2. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

4. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

5. Pontcanna Inn

6. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

8. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

9. Park Plaza Cardiff

10. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

11. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

12. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

13. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

14. The Coal Exchange Hotel

15. easyHotel Cardiff

16. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

17. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

18. Hilton Cardiff

19. Tanes Hotel

20. The Angel Hotel

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Top Cardiff Bay Waterfront Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

The Angel Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

Other attractions near Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Wales Millennium Centre

Mermaid Quay

Pierhead

Roald Dahl Plass

Norwegian Church

Cardiff Bay Water Feature

La Mostra Gallery

Coal Exchange building

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