Cardiff

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Cardiff showing a city, street scenes and night scenes
Cardiff showing a city, street scenes and night scenes
Cardiff featuring a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza
Bute Park showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a garden
Cardiff Castle featuring heritage elements, art and interior views

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Where to stay in Cardiff

Cardiff aerial view panorama in Wales capital cityscape 360 panoramic skyline feat. River Taff, Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, famous landmarks and city center downtown streets from above in UK

Cardiff City Centre

4/5(99 area reviews)

Discover the bustling shopping scene in the sixth most successful UK destination, featuring Queen Street, St. Mary's Street, and the Hayes. Explore Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, and the National Museum, while enjoying dining options at Mill Lane cafe quarter.

Cardiff City Centre
Castle Arcade, Cardiff. #red

Castle Quarter

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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

Castle Quarter
Pier Building, Cardiff Bay. UK

Butetown

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

The ample dining options and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay might round out your trip.

Butetown
Beautiful flowers by the banks of the River Taff in Cardiff

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.

Grangetown
A bridge over the River Taff in Cardiff against a blue sky

Pontcanna

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Tree-lined streets and large houses define this affluent Cardiff district, boasting cafes and independent retailers on Pontcanna Street and Cathedral Road. Enjoy Sophia Gardens, Pontcanna Fields, and the nearby SWALEC Stadium for cricket enthusiasts.

Pontcanna
CARDIFF, WALES - AUG 10 : Lighthouse in Roath Park commemorating Captain Scotts ill-fated voyage to the Antartic in Cardiff on august 2019

Roath

5/5(1 area review)

Travelers like the theaters in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Roath
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
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! (3,013 reviews)
The staff were very helpful. The room was clean and well kept. Unfortunately there was no parking at the hotel.

Reviewed on 3 March 2026

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is SAR 450 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
SAR 450
SAR 540 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,338 reviews)
Good food

Reviewed on 1 March 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is SAR 301 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
SAR 301
SAR 361 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,219 reviews)
It was fantastic from start to finish, the staff were very helpful

Reviewed on 1 March 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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 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 Principality Stadium are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews)
Nice space. Easy checkin. Good walking around location.

Reviewed on 23 February 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 Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport ...
Quay Apartments Clarence House
Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation

4 out of 5
Usk Way Newport Wales
Stay at this apartment in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rodney Parade and Friars Walk Newport are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (218 reviews)
I had a wonderful stay at Newport Student Village! It was only a short 10 minute walk to central Newport and if you walk 5 more minutes you will be at the bus station which will take you everywhere you need to go. The room lacked decoration but that was something I expected as the facility is used ...

Reviewed on 1 March 2026

Newport Student Village - Campus Accommodation
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.

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Reviews of Cardiff

4.3
Top Destination
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4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 11%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Cardiff is all built on angles and very hard to see the street signs. We got SO lost it was unbelievable!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people here are so friendly, and just 15 minutes from the lodge is Caerphilly, and it is a beautiful valley with an amazing castle! Public transportation here is fantastic.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Cardiff overall is up and coming these days. Still tough to find anywhere decent serving dinner at 11pm on a Wednesday but lots of option inside more a normal timeframe.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The people were very friendly and the town kept nice!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Everyone was super friendly and helpful!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Downtown was great walking & church near the castle a historical gem (read some of the gravestones)

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