Cardiff

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Where to stay in Cardiff

Find the best Cardiff areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cardiff
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Cardiff City Centre

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cardiff City Centre. Make a stop by St. David's or Utilita Arena Cardiff while you're exploring the area.

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Cathays

Cathays is well-liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.

Newport City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newport City Centre, Friars Walk Newport and Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre are top sights worth seeing.

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Caerleon

Caerleon is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isca Augusta and Caerleon Arts Centre.

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Pontcanna

Bars, historic sites, and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is AED 495 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
AED 495
per night
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,444 reviews)
"Aircon not working in our bedroom. Reported, technician came out, no fixed."

Reviewed on 11 August 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 188 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
AED 188
per night
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,348 reviews)
"Great location. Value for money"

Reviewed on 12 August 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 420 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
AED 420
per night
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,829 reviews)
"Great ! Extra fee for spa, book in advance"

Reviewed on 12 August 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
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The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3 out of 5
10 Cathedral Rd Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
Park Lane Aparthotel

Park Lane Aparthotel

4 out of 5
23-24 Park Place Cardiff Wales
Stay at this apartment in Cardiff. Enjoy free WiFi, meeting facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cardiff Castle and Utilita Arena Cardiff are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (80 reviews)
"Very disappointing start to our stay We arrived at 6pm with our 19-month-old granddaughter, only to find another couple already in our apartment. They had been given the same entry details as us, despite booking a different apartment. To make matters worse, the cot we had requested was not provided. ..."

Reviewed on 11 August 2026

Park Lane Aparthotel
Quay Apartments Clarence House

Quay Apartments Clarence House

3.5 out of 5
Clarence Place Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
"Booked for 3 people and only had 1 King sized bed and you can open windows and the air on unit was only in the living room which made the bedroom unbearable hot. Wouldn’t stay here again"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Quay Apartments Clarence House
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Cardiff attractions

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Cardiff Bay

9.0/10 (1,226 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this relaxing area.
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