The St. David's Hotel & Spa, overlooking Cardiff Bay, combines high-end amenities with striking architectural design. While it has an impressive spa complete with hydrotherapy pools and some excellent views, many of the 142 rooms still await makeovers, and rates tend to reflect that the luxury hotel might have lost some of its sheen. Although the property is within walking distance of Mermaid Quay and Wales Millennium Centre, it's a 15-minute drive to central Cardiff. Guests who want to be closer to the city could consider Le Parc Hotel -- it's hard to get more central than that.
The St. David's Hotel & Spa, overlooking Cardiff Bay, combines high-end amenities with striking architectural design. While it has an impressive spa complete with hydrotherapy pools and some excellent views, many of the 142 rooms still await makeovers, and rates tend to reflect that the luxury hotel might have lost some of its sheen. Although the property is within walking distance of Mermaid Quay and Wales Millennium Centre, it's a 15-minute drive to central Cardiff. Guests who want to be closer to the city could consider Le Parc Hotel -- it's hard to get more central than that.
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The two-and-a-half-pearl Premier Inn Cardiff (Roath) Hotel sits on the edge of Cardiff, in an area without much to see or do nearby -- travelers would be advised to have a car. Its 75 rooms are standard chain-hotel fare with simple blond-wood furniture and splashes of purple. All come with flat-screen TVs and kettles, though be aware they're not air-conditioned. Features include a restaurant in a separate building, breakfast service (for a fee), and free Wi-Fi and parking. For a property that's more centrally situated, travelers could consider the Clayton Hotel, BW Premier Collection, which has air-conditioned rooms, a gym, a bar, and a location next to Cardiff Central railway station.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Premier Inn Cardiff (Roath) Hotel sits on the edge of Cardiff, in an area without much to see or do nearby -- travelers would be advised to have a car. Its 75 rooms are standard chain-hotel fare with simple blond-wood furniture and splashes of purple. All come with flat-screen TVs and kettles, though be aware they're not air-conditioned. Features include a restaurant in a separate building, breakfast service (for a fee), and free Wi-Fi and parking. For a property that's more centrally situated, travelers could consider the Clayton Hotel, BW Premier Collection, which has air-conditioned rooms, a gym, a bar, and a location next to Cardiff Central railway station.
The New House Country Hotel is part of the Best Western family and bares the hallmarks of both an elegant period mansion and chain hotel in equal measures. While the property's ivy-clad facade and gardens are particularly picturesque, some of the rooms look a little generic and a few could use a refresh. The dining is outstanding, though the snug restaurant can get cramped when busy. It's the views, however, that sell this place more than anything, and what also makes it hugely popular with weddings -- which can be disruptive to non-wedding guests, so its a good idea to check if one's been arranged before you book.
The New House Country Hotel is part of the Best Western family and bares the hallmarks of both an elegant period mansion and chain hotel in equal measures. While the property's ivy-clad facade and gardens are particularly picturesque, some of the rooms look a little generic and a few could use a refresh. The dining is outstanding, though the snug restaurant can get cramped when busy. It's the views, however, that sell this place more than anything, and what also makes it hugely popular with weddings -- which can be disruptive to non-wedding guests, so its a good idea to check if one's been arranged before you book.
Future Inn Cardiff Bay is a simple, mid-to-budget level chain hotel located in the newly developed Cardiff Bay area of the Welsh capital. Although the immediate area is mostly roads and apartment blocks, there's plenty within walking distance and the city center is a short cab away. Rooms are generally spacious and equipped with flat-screen TVs and desks, although some are prone to traffic noise and decor is bland. Free fast Wi-Fi and on-site parking are bonuses, and overall, if the location isn't a problem, it's generally a solid value. Premier Inn, Travelodge, and Holiday Inn, however, also all provide stiff local competition.
Future Inn Cardiff Bay is a simple, mid-to-budget level chain hotel located in the newly developed Cardiff Bay area of the Welsh capital. Although the immediate area is mostly roads and apartment blocks, there's plenty within walking distance and the city center is a short cab away. Rooms are generally spacious and equipped with flat-screen TVs and desks, although some are prone to traffic noise and decor is bland. Free fast Wi-Fi and on-site parking are bonuses, and overall, if the location isn't a problem, it's generally a solid value. Premier Inn, Travelodge, and Holiday Inn, however, also all provide stiff local competition.
Park Plaza Cardiff is a modern, 129-room hotel with a cool arty vibe located in the center of the Welsh capital. Its location means most of the bustling city center's attractions are within easy walking distance; however, this can also mean street-facing rooms can be prone to noisy revelers. The hotel's dining is tasty, and health and fitness facilities include a modern gym and indoor pool. While the nearby Thistle Cardiff City Centre The Parc is a more attractive building at similar rates, it comes up short on comparable facilities.
Park Plaza Cardiff is a modern, 129-room hotel with a cool arty vibe located in the center of the Welsh capital. Its location means most of the bustling city center's attractions are within easy walking distance; however, this can also mean street-facing rooms can be prone to noisy revelers. The hotel's dining is tasty, and health and fitness facilities include a modern gym and indoor pool. While the nearby Thistle Cardiff City Centre The Parc is a more attractive building at similar rates, it comes up short on comparable facilities.
The Maldron Hotel is a mid-range, Best Western chain property located overlooking a busy junction in the center of Cardiff. The location is particularly convenient for accessing most of the city's attractions on foot, and the train station is also nearby. This, however, can result in some issues with noise in lower-level rooms and the area generally experiences high volumes of traffic. Rooms, though, are bright and comfortable with free Wi-Fi and clean modern bathrooms. Rates are average for the area, though you might actually find a better deal at the more upscale Marriott just around the corner.
The Maldron Hotel is a mid-range, Best Western chain property located overlooking a busy junction in the center of Cardiff. The location is particularly convenient for accessing most of the city's attractions on foot, and the train station is also nearby. This, however, can result in some issues with noise in lower-level rooms and the area generally experiences high volumes of traffic. Rooms, though, are bright and comfortable with free Wi-Fi and clean modern bathrooms. Rates are average for the area, though you might actually find a better deal at the more upscale Marriott just around the corner.
The stellar location of the lower-middle-range Jolyon’s at No. 10 is walkable to several major Cardiff attractions and the hotel's back door opens onto Cardiff’s lovely Bute Park. Inside, the rooms and hotel are decorated in a quirky mix of Victorian, shabby chic, and contemporary furniture. Guests can order a full Welsh breakfast (for a fee) and have drinks and dinner in the bar or in their rooms. Twenty-one rooms are divided into Suites, Deluxe, and Compact options -- some have kitchenettes hidden inside wardrobes. Those looking for extras like a pool, fitness center, or full restaurant may prefer the nearby Park Plaza Cardiff for slightly higher rates.
The stellar location of the lower-middle-range Jolyon’s at No. 10 is walkable to several major Cardiff attractions and the hotel's back door opens onto Cardiff’s lovely Bute Park. Inside, the rooms and hotel are decorated in a quirky mix of Victorian, shabby chic, and contemporary furniture. Guests can order a full Welsh breakfast (for a fee) and have drinks and dinner in the bar or in their rooms. Twenty-one rooms are divided into Suites, Deluxe, and Compact options -- some have kitchenettes hidden inside wardrobes. Those looking for extras like a pool, fitness center, or full restaurant may prefer the nearby Park Plaza Cardiff for slightly higher rates.
This Marriott Hotel is a mid-range, chain property located in the center of Cardiff city. There's not a great deal to get excited about inside or out; uninspiring architecture and generic corporate-style decor can be found through most of the property. Rooms are adequate and mostly spacious, though lacking minibars, and some suffer from street noise. The restaurant is pleasantly decorated, the indoor swimming pool is a decent size, and multi-level parking is certainly useful for drivers. Overall, however, the hotel doesn't quite live up to the brand's typical upscale standards, and despite relatively low rates, expensive Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking can add up and make this not a particularly high-value stay.
This Marriott Hotel is a mid-range, chain property located in the center of Cardiff city. There's not a great deal to get excited about inside or out; uninspiring architecture and generic corporate-style decor can be found through most of the property. Rooms are adequate and mostly spacious, though lacking minibars, and some suffer from street noise. The restaurant is pleasantly decorated, the indoor swimming pool is a decent size, and multi-level parking is certainly useful for drivers. Overall, however, the hotel doesn't quite live up to the brand's typical upscale standards, and despite relatively low rates, expensive Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking can add up and make this not a particularly high-value stay.
The Lincoln House Private Hotel is a quaint, if a bit dated, B&B-style property housed in two conjoined Victorian townhouses. Its upmarket address is leafy and residential, though still within walking distance of Cardiff city center. Rooms are heavily furnished with antique-inspired decor, but all have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Its the excellent free breakfast here that really stands out. Guests should note, however, that this property lacks an elevator.
The Lincoln House Private Hotel is a quaint, if a bit dated, B&B-style property housed in two conjoined Victorian townhouses. Its upmarket address is leafy and residential, though still within walking distance of Cardiff city center. Rooms are heavily furnished with antique-inspired decor, but all have flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Its the excellent free breakfast here that really stands out. Guests should note, however, that this property lacks an elevator.
