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Our top choices for Mermaid Quay hotels

A multi-story hotel with a reflective water body in front, featuring a modern architectural design with balconies and uniform windows.

1. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Mermaid Quay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (342 reviews)
"Very clean tidy room and staff were very friendly. Bonus was the kitchen Breakfast was a little sparse no sausages ! Overall very good stay would recommend to travellers"
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is ฿3,342
฿4,011 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
A room with a green brick wall, a wooden bench, a chair, a small table, and a shelf with books and a pineapple.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,492 reviews)
"We have stayed here a number of times and it doesn’t fail to meet expectations"
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is ฿2,516
฿3,019 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
A grand building with a prominent entrance labeled "POST OFFICE," featuring large arched windows and classical architectural details.

3. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2 km from Mermaid Quay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,824 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, staff were so helpful and friendly. The rooms were spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The location was excellent, very central."
United Kingdom
Angela
The price is ฿5,107
฿6,129 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Parkgate Hotel
A modern hotel with a distinctive curved facade and a unique rooftop structure.

4. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown, 0.3 km from Mermaid Quay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful modern hotel with great rooms and location."
United States
Lone
The price is ฿4,018
฿4,822 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

5. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 2.7 km from Mermaid Quay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (334 reviews)
"Very nice where we were"
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is ฿2,577
฿3,093 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

6. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna Inn
3.5 star property
Pontcanna, 3 km from Mermaid Quay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (218 reviews)
"Highly recommend staying here. Lovely rooms, with incredibly welcoming and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is ฿3,050
฿3,660 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Pontcanna Inn
A modern bar area with a wooden reception desk labeled 'FOUR POINTS FLEX' and a variety of liquor bottles on shelves.

7. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.6 km from Mermaid Quay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,122 reviews)
"Ideal location next to the train station . Lovely buffet breakfast Luggage storage Great stay"
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is ฿1,878
฿2,253 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

8. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.6 km from Mermaid Quay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast clean rooms friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is ฿2,644
฿3,173 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

9. Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.3 km from Mermaid Quay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"As shown, a very pleasant stay with a young family"
United Kingdom
Nell
The price is ฿3,282
฿3,939 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Park Plaza Cardiff
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

10. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown, 0.7 km from Mermaid Quay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,674 reviews)
"Ideally placed for visiting Cardiff Bay and nice stay"
United Kingdom
David
The price is ฿2,670
฿3,204 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
A multi-story Holiday Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent green logo.

11. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.4 km from Mermaid Quay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,023 reviews)
"Great location, nice room"
United Kingdom
Jayne
The price is ฿2,516
฿3,019 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

12. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.7 km from Mermaid Quay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,250 reviews)
"Easy check in and perfect location"
United Kingdom
Lauren
The price is ฿3,530
฿4,236 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
A historic building with the 'LEONARDO Hotels' sign, featuring classic architecture with multiple windows and a prominent entrance.

13. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent stay , will visit again"
United Kingdom
John
The price is ฿3,008
฿3,610 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
A remote control on a white towel on a bed with a modern headboard and a cityscape view.

14. easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff
3.0 star property
Adamsdown, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely stay at the easy hotel. Walking distance to central Cardiff and all the shopping and events. Lovely stay and very helpful. Would stay again."
Canada
Helen
The price is ฿1,236
฿1,484 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
easyHotel Cardiff
Front of property

15. The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel
3.5 star property
Butetown, 0.3 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (988 reviews)
"Very nice hotel."
United Kingdom
James
The price is ฿2,235
฿2,681 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Coal Exchange Hotel
A historic building with classical architecture, a street with a bus, and a brightly lit sign.

16. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 1.9 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and atmosphere"
United States
Patricia
The price is ฿2,730
฿3,276 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
A library interior with ornate woodwork, bookshelves, and a fireplace.

17. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"All staff were very polite and helpful , room was clean, breakfast was lovely. Would definitely stay there again."
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is ฿2,404
฿2,884 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with patterned cushions, a green armchair, and pendant lighting.

18. Hilton Cardiff

Hilton Cardiff
4.5 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.4 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ฿3,896
฿4,676 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hilton Cardiff
A library with leather armchairs, a fireplace, bookshelves, and a framed painting.

19. Tanes Hotel

Tanes Hotel
2.0 star property
Adamsdown, 3 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (720 reviews)
"Clean room not bad for the price only thing that you will need to get a taxi to the nearest shop"
United Kingdom
Kenneth
The price is ฿2,224
฿2,669 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tanes Hotel
A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, a small round table, and a window with curtains.

20. WiseStay

WiseStay
3.0 star property
Riverside, 2.1 km from Mermaid Quay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"That’s good nice and quite place…."
United Kingdom
MD Arif
The price is ฿1,954
฿2,344 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
WiseStay
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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Compare top hotels near Mermaid Quay

A multi-story hotel with a reflective water body in front, featuring a modern architectural design with balconies and uniform windows.

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Mermaid Quay
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A room with a green brick wall, a wooden bench, a chair, a small table, and a shelf with books and a pineapple.

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay
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A grand building with a prominent entrance labeled "POST OFFICE," featuring large arched windows and classical architectural details.

The Parkgate Hotel

4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2 km from Mermaid Quay
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A modern hotel with a distinctive curved facade and a unique rooftop structure.

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

5.0 star property
Butetown, 0.3 km from Mermaid Quay
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A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 2.7 km from Mermaid Quay
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9.4
Exceptional
342 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,492 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,824 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
334 reviews
The price is ฿3,342
฿4,011 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The price is ฿2,516
฿3,019 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is ฿5,107
฿6,129 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is ฿4,018
฿4,822 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is ฿2,577
฿3,093 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families near Mermaid Quay

A modern hotel with a distinctive curved facade and a unique rooftop structure.

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004)
The price is ฿4,018
฿4,822 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Top Mermaid Quay Hotel Reviews

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location for the bay. Leave your car in the carpark and get the bus into town. The bay has a good selection of bars and restaurants."
Russell 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Other attractions near Mermaid Quay

A waterfront promenade with a large Ferris wheel, a historic clock tower, and modern buildings.
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Cardiff Bay Waterfront

9.2/10 (29 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Cardiff Bay Waterfront. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mermaid Quay?
Mermaid Quay 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 119 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Mermaid Quay?
Adjacent to Mermaid Quay, 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 voco St David's Cardiff by IHG.
How many hotels will I find near Mermaid Quay?
Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Mermaid Quay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mermaid Quay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Mermaid Quay.
What can I see and do near Mermaid Quay?
Study the collections at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History or Techniquest. Coal Exchange building, Cardiff Castle and New Theatre are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.
How can I get to Mermaid Quay?
If you're hopping a train into the city, Cardiff Bay Station is the closest stop to Butetown. There might not be many public transport stops near to Mermaid Quay so consider a car rental to maximise your time.