Big Wheel, Pier head building and ferris building located in Mermaid Quay of Cardiff Bay - Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom at Night

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Our top choices for Cardiff Bay hotels

Exterior

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown, 0.8 km from Cardiff Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and really enjoyed the experience. Great spa, breakfast and room. Loved the balcony view of the bay also."
United Kingdom
Nathan
The price is ฿4,142
฿4,971 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Exterior

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 2 km from Cardiff Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, helpful friendly staff, good size room, very clean, would definitely book again. "
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is ฿3,908
฿4,689 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Reception hall

The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,817 reviews)
"Easy check in, attentive staff, brilliant stay and close to all central Cardiff amenities!"
United Kingdom
Tara
The price is ฿4,419
฿5,303 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
The Parkgate Hotel
Exterior

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,562 reviews)
"May 2026 Great spot short walk to Pubs, Shops and Restaurants, Castle very close. Private and clean rooms good amenities and staff were very helpful Cheers"
Australia
Mathew
The price is ฿2,447
฿2,936 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Perfect location just outside station and near town great for exploring Cardiff"
United Kingdom
Alison
The price is ฿3,469
฿4,163 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,121 reviews)
"Ideally situated close to railway station, Spotless room and very friendly staff "
United Kingdom
Malcolm
The price is ฿2,155
฿2,586 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Interior entrance

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
4.0 star property
Butetown, 1.7 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,582 reviews)
"Great location, spacious room decent price and free parking a big bonus."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ฿2,703
฿3,243 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Restaurant

The Coal Exchange Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel
3.5 star property
Butetown, 1.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (830 reviews)
"To stay at a place of such Historical Significance was fantastic"
United Kingdom
Gary
The price is ฿2,426
฿2,911 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Coal Exchange Hotel
Property entrance

The Riverhouse

The Riverhouse
2.0 star property
Riverside, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62 reviews)
"We loved our stay here! Staff was very friendly and helpful. The entire check in and check out process was very smooth. Was everything we needed for our short stay in Cardiff. Will definitely be back!"
Canada
Charis
The price is ฿2,520
฿3,024 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
The Riverhouse
Cocktail bar

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.7 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,244 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in Cardiff "
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is ฿3,287
฿3,944 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Exterior

Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments

Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
"recently renewed-----excellent accommodation--very clean--housekeeping staff on hand for any queries."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is ฿3,214
฿5,390 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Beachcliff Hotel and Apartments
Restaurant

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Hotel and lovely staff."
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is ฿2,832
฿3,398 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"In great location lovely staff and really tasty breakfast "
United Kingdom
Sapphire
The price is ฿2,306
฿2,767 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Overall very good hotel"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ฿2,593
฿3,112 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
Bar (on property)

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The food in the restaurant was good; breakfast was nice; staff very pleasant and helpful all round."
United Kingdom
Mary
The price is ฿2,925
฿3,510 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Leonardo Hotel Cardiff
Interior entrance

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,200 reviews)
"We loved staying here."
Canada
Bryan
The price is ฿2,207
฿2,649 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Angel Hotel
Superior King/Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

WiseStay

WiseStay
3.0 star property
Riverside, 2.8 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (215 reviews)
"That’s good nice and quite place…."
United Kingdom
MD Arif
The price is ฿2,071
฿2,485 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
WiseStay
Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Austins Self Service Guest House

Austins Self Service Guest House
3.0 star property
Riverside, 3.1 km from Cardiff Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (349 reviews)
"Highly recommend if you are after something affordable and close to the city centre "
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is ฿2,334
฿2,800 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Austins Self Service Guest House
Exterior

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre
4.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 2.5 km from Cardiff Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Really lovely welcome, hotel stay was great, would recommend "
United Kingdom
Tara
The price is ฿3,141
฿3,769 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Restaurant

Glendale hotel

Glendale hotel
2.5 star property
2.1 km from Cardiff Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (58 reviews)
"Really lovely room, beautifully and tastefully furnished. Much larger than anticipated. Great location. Highly recommended."
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is ฿4,102
฿4,923 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Glendale hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Exterior
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
293 reviews
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Reception hall
The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,817 reviews
View
Exterior
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,562 reviews
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Daily full breakfast for a fee
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,011 reviews
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Top Cardiff Bay Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

8/10 Good
"The computer screen at the car park access barrier needs looking at. It is impossible to read the instructions on it in certain weathers, certainly in sunshine. Staff seemed aware of the problem"
Jeffrey 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Novotel Cardiff Centre

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Cardiff International Sports Village

4.0/5 (1 review)
Enjoy a stop at Cardiff International Sports Village, an entertaining place to visit in Cardiff. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cardiff Bay?
Cardiff Bay 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 87 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Cardiff Bay?
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. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Cardiff Bay. Another good choice is voco St David's Cardiff by IHG, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
How many hotels are there near Cardiff Bay?
Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff Bay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Cardiff Bay.
What can I see and do near Cardiff Bay?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History or Techniquest. Cardiff Castle, New Theatre and Insole Court 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 Cardiff Bay?
If you're hopping a train into the city, Cardiff Bay Station is the closest station to Butetown. There might not be many public transport options to choose from close to Cardiff Bay so consider renting a car to see more of the area.