The Best Hotels Closest to Cardiff Castle in Cardiff - 2026 Updated Prices

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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

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

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two nightstands with lamps, and a small wooden table in front of the bed.

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

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle

Brianne

฿5,081

฿6,097 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

The entrance of Hotel Indigo with a check-in counter, seating area, and potted plants.

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

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

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.3 km from Cardiff Castle

Joanne

฿2,628

฿3,154 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 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.

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.

3. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 1.6 km from Cardiff Castle

Claire

฿3,553

฿4,264 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

A historic building with large arched windows, a grand entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and a cozy seating area with leather chairs and tables set for dining.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass railings, large windows offering city views, and a contemporary ceiling design.

4. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 0.4 km from Cardiff Castle

Mike

฿4,701

฿5,641 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.

5. Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 1.3 km from Cardiff Castle

Juan

฿3,020

฿3,624 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A modern building with a curved glass facade, multiple flags, and a distinctive roof structure.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear blue tiles, a seating area with chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

6. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 2.5 km from Cardiff Castle

Elizabeth

฿4,146

฿4,975 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a poster advertising the hotel.

A white building with a tiled roof and a sign reading "Maltsters."

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a mirror.

A plate of breakfast with eggs, sausages, beans, tomatoes, and toast, accompanied by a cup of coffee and a glass of orange juice.

7. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 3 km from Cardiff Castle

alan

฿2,286

฿2,743 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a mirror above the sink.

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

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

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.6 km from Cardiff Castle

Sarah

฿2,540

฿3,048 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

A bar area with a coffee machine, shelves of bottles, and a refrigerator.

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 0.7 km from Cardiff Castle

Maddy

฿1,851

฿2,221 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

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

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

10. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 0.9 km from Cardiff Castle

David

฿2,931

฿3,517 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, large windows offering city views, and a central coffee table.

11. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 0.7 km from Cardiff Castle

Luke

฿2,454

฿2,945 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Victorian-style building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a stone facade.

A room with a television on a stand, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

A small room with a bed, a table, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

12. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 1.5 km from Cardiff Castle

Michael

฿1,832

฿2,199 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 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.

13. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 0.4 km from Cardiff Castle

Nicola

฿3,298

฿3,957 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 bar area with a wooden counter, shelves with bottles, and seating with cushions.

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.2 km from Cardiff Castle

David

฿2,632

฿3,158 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a visible kitchen area.

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

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

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle

Jayne

฿2,480

฿2,976 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 gym with multiple cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and a large mural on the wall.

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

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

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Cardiff Castle

OLIVIA

฿3,479

฿4,175 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 lobby with a check-in counter, wooden cabinets, and a patterned floor.

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

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 0.5 km from Cardiff Castle

John

฿2,632

฿3,158 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a window with curtains.

18. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 2 km from Cardiff Castle

James

฿1,982

฿2,378 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A cozy cafe with floral wallpaper, round tables, and comfortable seating.

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

19. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 0.4 km from Cardiff Castle

Patricia

฿2,527

฿3,032 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a 'CARDIFF' sign, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

20. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 0.9 km from Cardiff Castle

Helen

฿1,518

฿1,821 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,508 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,814 reviews	View
Lincoln House Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 722 reviews	View

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Other attractions near Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Market

9.0/10 (10 reviews)

Since replacing a jail in the late 1800s, this majestic indoor marketplace has been at the heart of the city’s mercantile trade.

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A covered pedestrian walkway with ornate architecture and glass ceilings.

Queen Arcade

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

During your visit to Cardiff, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Queen Arcade. Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.

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Welch Regiment Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Welch Regiment Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

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Gorsedd Stones

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Gorsedd Stones. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Animal Wall

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Animal Wall. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.

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St. John the Baptist Church

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting St. John the Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

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Cardiff Arms Park

Catch an event at Cardiff Arms Park during your trip to Cardiff. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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Blackfriars Priory

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Blackfriars Priory. 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 Castle?

Cardiff Castle 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 481 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Cardiff Castle?

Adjacent to Cardiff Castle, The Angel 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 choices close by include The Parkgate Hotel and Park Plaza Cardiff.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Cardiff Castle?

Expedia has 481 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff Castle.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff Castle, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Cardiff Castle.

What can I see and do near Cardiff Castle?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History and Castell Coch. While you're exploring, swing by New Theatre, Coal Exchange building and Insole Court to learn a bit about the area. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

How can I get to Cardiff Castle?

If you're taking a train into town, Cardiff Central Station, Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) and Cardiff Queen Street Station are the stations closest to Cardiff City Centre. There might not be many public transport choices close to Cardiff Castle so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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Our top choices for Cardiff Castle hotels

1. Parador44

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

3. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

4. The Parkgate Hotel

5. Lincoln House Hotel

6. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

7. The Maltsters Arms

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10. Pontcanna Inn

11. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

12. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

13. Park Plaza Cardiff

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

18. The Coal Exchange Hotel

19. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

20. easyHotel Cardiff

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Other attractions near Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Market

Queen Arcade

Welch Regiment Museum

Gorsedd Stones

Animal Wall

St. John the Baptist Church

Cardiff Arms Park

Blackfriars Priory

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