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Reviews of The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
The Parkgate Hotel
Westgate Street, Cardiff, Wales

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 882 out of 1177 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 1177 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1177 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1177 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1177 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent. Very clean and service was to a very high level. I would stay there again. The area around the property is less inviting but once in the hotel it didnt matter and was not as untypical for Cardiff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was extremely helpful on arrival . He provided a map , sight seeing ideas and navigation hints . The room was colossal and clean . I would have liked to be able to open a window but the air con worked well . My only complaint really is I do prefer freshly made tea and coffee at breakfast rather than machine. I stayed during the week . I wonder if it would be noisier at weekends but it is a capital city !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 20 May 2024
HI Carol Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 20 May 2024
Hi Alexandra Thank you for your 3 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, wonderful staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Gavin Guest Services on 10 May 2024
Hi John, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 Score

2/10 Terrible

Jacques

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Advertises itself as spa hotel, reserved a room for a member of staff to have a well earned break in a spa, then arrives to be told it’s £30 per person per hour, doesn’t advertise there is a supplement to use the spa and iv never stayed at a spa hotel which then charges guests to use the spa. I reserved a premium room and paid extra for breakfast and would not have booked the room at all if I was told it was £30 per person per hour to use the spa. Misleading, mis sold, disgraceful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services. on 8 May 2024
Dear Jacques,Thank you for taking the time to offer your comments following your recent stay. Sorry to hear you were disappointed with your stay. Our room rates are very competitive for a 4* hotel and do not reflect the thermal suite access being included in the room. Our facilities offer a luxury feel including the original post office features across the hotel. When you compare all other 4* hotels in Cardiff that don’t have spa’s you will find our rates are good for a newer hotel. Our thermal suite is a unique facility offering an infinity pool with views across Cardiff Castle, Cardiff arms park and a limited space to unwind, relax, to use our heated beds, you can enjoy a glass of fizz in the thermal suite, relax in our steam room and sauna. For all these reasons we charge for the facility. When you book you receive an email for a link with our website and terms and conditions like below. We list the minimum age requirement in facility online and that it must be bookable in advance at additional charge. I do hope I have been able to cover your points but if I can be of any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.Many thanks,

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went to the arena for a concert and this hotel is only a few minutes walk from the gates. The hotel is lovely with quality bedding and pillows and a great breakfast. Nice bar area too......we'd definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services. on 7 May 2024
Dear Paul.Thank you very much for your 5 star review! It was a pleasure to read and I will be sure to share your kind words with the team, it is always appreciated when our guests take the time to post. We are looking forward to your return!Kind regards,

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic meals. Excellent location close to main shopping areas, castle and train station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services. on 7 May 2024
Dear Helen,Thank you very much for your 5 star review! It was a pleasure to read and I will be sure to share your kind words with the team, it is always appreciated when our guests take the time to post. We hope to welcome you back very soon!Kind regards,

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in the center of Cardiff. Friendly staff and very quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Gavin Guest Services on 6 May 2024
HI Michael, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 score for the Parkgate hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Meng Chon

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
With it being an old building and the location being in the centre of everything. There is no shock that it loud at all hours of the night. But brilliant on the flip side as so close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services. on 4 May 2024
Dear Kym, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay with and felt we operated at our usual 5 star standard. We hope to welcome you back to the hotel again soon!Kind regards,

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 21 May 2024
Hi David, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

Shatha

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 20 May 2024
Hi Shatha, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, ideal location for shops and bars
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services on 1 May 2024
Dear Gareth, Thank you so much for sharing your recent experience at The Parkgate Hotel. Your feedback means a lot to us.We look very much forward to your return.Many thanks,

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 star hotel the best hotel we have stayed in
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services on 1 May 2024
Dear Sharron, Thank you for your 5 star review! It is so lovely to hear that you really enjoyed your stay with us!We look forward to hopefully welcoming you back soon!Kind regards,

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and prices were reasonable! The Queens bar across street had horrible food!!! Brew dog was great! Spa specials and we were amazing were able to schedule 2 Swedish massages at last min!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 24 Apr 2024
Dear Rodney, Thank you for your 5-5 review! We are very pleased to read that you had a comfortable stay and we hope to warmly welcome you again to The Parkgate hotel in the future and if we can be of any assistance in the meantime, please do get in touch.

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, location and breakfast. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 24 Apr 2024
Dear Kai, Thank you for your kind review. So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and felt we exceeded your expectations. We hope to warmly welcome you again to The Parkgate hotel in the future and if we can be of any assistance in the meantime, please do get in touch.

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 24 Apr 2024
Dear Christine, Thank you for your kind review. So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and felt we exceeded your expectations. We hope to warmly welcome you again to The Parkgate hotel in the future and if we can be of any assistance in the meantime, please do get in touch.

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin Guest Services on 17 Apr 2024
Hi Maria, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow!! Incredible and I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services on 15 Apr 2024
Thank you for your 5 out 5 review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Kind regards,

6/10 Okay

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin Guest Services on 6 May 2024
Hi Steve, Thank you for your review on the Parkgate hotel

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel room but terrible view from the room and completely over looked by other buildings/ offices. Expensive purchases can be made at the hotel for food and drinks but the quality is good. Overall a beautiful hotel but the overlooked room was a big issue in my opinion. Just didn’t feel comfortable being so on show to the local businesses.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services on 15 Apr 2024
Hi Adam,Thank you for taking the time to comment and provide feedback on your recent stay with us. We are glad you enjoyed our services and I am sorry that there were elements of the room which did not meet your expectations. Please know that your feedback is extremely valuable to us. We use feedback, such as yours, to continuously make changes to our brand to improve the guest experience. We hope that you will give us the opportunity to serve you again in the future. Kind regards,

10/10 Excellent

Sammie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anna at reception is amazing! Go for a superior suite. So much nicer and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin Guest Services on 8 Apr 2024
Hi Sammie, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am so glad you found Ana at reception amazing.

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin Guest Services on 8 Apr 2024
Hi Richard, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am glad you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Robert wynne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services on 1 May 2024
Dear Robert,Thank you for your 5* review.

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my fav hotels in Cardiff! Lovely lovely place I just wish the spa access was included in the rate
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 5 Apr 2024
Hi Grace, Thank you again for your 5 out of 5 score. We hope to see you back soon

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the property is perfect, right at the centre of Cardiff. The hotel decor is beautiful and staff are friendly. We used the spa facilities and had a wonderful time. Breakfast was tasty with a good choice of food. I would definitely recommend a stay here! Looking forward to come again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 5 Apr 2024
Hi Aimee, Thank you again for your 5 out of 5 score. We look forward to welcoming you back soon

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 2 Apr 2024
Hi Ed, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff, And the 5 out of 5 score.

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the dinner in The Sorting Room, service was slow though. We had drinks in the bar and they were good, but again service was slow. For breakfast they said they were closing soon, they showed us to a table that had food and crumbs all over the booth and floor. Then as we tried to grab breakfast quickly, they were removing things from the buffet before we could grab things. What we did get, was cold and I couldn't eat it. They didn't want us in there and we could feel it. I would stay here again, but not for the breakfast or bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Alex, Guest services on 15 Apr 2024
Hi Colleen, Thank you for taking the time to comment and provide feedback on your recent stay with us. Feedback is especially important to us as a business and we do use it to help provide an improved service to future guests. Regarding your feedback in The Sorting room restaurant I will ensure that this is forwarded to the Food and Beverage Management Team who are constantly reviewing their procedures and looking for areas of improvement to ensure that the staff are adequately trained and service levels remain high.I do hope that you will return to the Parkgate hotel again in the future for an experience to exceed your expectations.Many thanks,

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff , clean hotel breakfast disappointing and overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Gavin, Guest Services on 5 Apr 2024
Hi William, Thankyou for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am so happy that all the staff you had interactions with were pleasant. I am so sorry to see that you were disappointed with the breakfast. I will pas on your comments to our restaurant team to discuss.

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Kind staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Gavin Guest services on 1 Apr 2024
Hi Naomi, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff.

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception area staff were nice and helpful. The room was comfortable and tidy. Breakfast was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Gavin Guest services on 1 Apr 2024
Hi Dante, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Warm Regards, Alex, Guest Services on 29 Mar 2024
Hi Chris, Thank you for your high review. I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and that our staff were perfect. They are an asset to the hotel and we greatly appreciate you recognizing them for their high levels of customer service during your visit. We hope to welcome you back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Close to the train station and right in the heart of the city. Staff a team members provide est in class service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 28 Mar 2024
Hi Gerard, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

8/10 Good

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Central Train Station and the city centre. Room lovely (tv in a weird spot but this may just be our room), bed was really comfy. Very quiet considering we were over the street, but there was nothing on at the stadium. Breakfast ok, plentiful but nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 28 Mar 2024
Hi Fiona, Thank you for your recent review n the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay at the hotel, and you found our rooms to you satisfaction. A majority of our rooms at the hotel are are different in their layout. I will pass your comments over to the restaurant team regarding breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 27 Mar 2024
Hi Susan, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review

10/10 Excellent

Breck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 25 Mar 2024
Hi Breck, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. And you high score that you have given us.

10/10 Excellent

Kian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 25 Mar 2024
Hi Kian, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. And you high score that you have given us.

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 25 Mar 2024
Hi Laura, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. And you high score that you have given us.

8/10 Good

Amber

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay and will be back however I just wanted to note a few things. This is a city centre hotel so expect street noise. We had a wonderful breakfast and a warm welcome on arrival. We stayed in a suite and for the extra cost I think the following should be added: bottle opener, soft open toilet seat (was noisy!), extra pillows in wardrobe, a fridge (?! Very odd this isn’t included!) , hooks for hanging wet coats outside of wardrobe. All minor things and yet more basics than luxuries. It was a lovely stay none the less- thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 18 Mar 2024
Hi Amber, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am so glad se read that you enjoyed your stay with us. I will pass you comments on to the management team as we always strive to improve our services to our customers.

10/10 Excellent

Hedd

Travelled with family
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Gavin Guest services on 18 Mar 2024
Hi Hedd, Thank you for your amazing review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. Please come back and see us soon.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great character so felt special rather than just a box like many other hotels. Great breakfast and service. Would have really liked a coffee pod machine (but coffee bags were provided which were pretty good). Traveled by train and easy walk from station and to the city centre so great location. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 8 Mar 2024
HI Sarah, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you back soon

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Guest Services on 25 Mar 2024
Hi Rebecca, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff. And you high score that you have given us.

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Guest Services on 8 Mar 2024
Hi Christopher, Thank you for your 5 out of 5 review on the Parkgate hotel

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Guest Services on 25 Feb 2024
Hi Gwen, Thank you for your 10 out of 10 review on the Parkgate hotel Cardiff

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
Sleepless in Cardiff
My room overlooked the main road, the bus stop and a pub. I didnt get any sleep. I asked to move but was told they were full. Managed to get a refund on my second night so checked out and booked another hotel. Bearing in mind most rooms overlook the road i would avoid at all costs if you are a light sleeper.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 27 Feb 2024
Dear Ryan, Thank you for your review. Our rooms are sound proofed to block out internal and external noise. Sorry to hear our hotel didn't fit your needs in our well located spot. All our suites are facing Westgate Street and unfortunately, we didn't have any other options to move you at the back of the property. I do hope that you will return in the future, and that we will be able to offer a better experience for you.

8/10 Good

SC

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Guest Services on 23 Feb 2024
Hi SC, Thank you for your recent review on the Parkgate hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. We look forward to coming back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 19 Feb 2024
Dear Ian, This is so wonderful to hear! We really take pride in our hotel and making sure everyone is as comfortable, welcomed and looked after as possible. We hope to warmly welcome you again to The Parkgate hotel in the future and if we can be of any assistance in the meantime, please do get in touch.

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 19 Feb 2024
Dear Kara, Thank you for your kind review. So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and felt we exceeded your expectations. We hope to warmly welcome you again to The Parkgate hotel in the future and if we can be of any assistance in the meantime, please do get in touch.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very noisy until early hour's
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Kindest regards, Ryan Guest services on 19 Feb 2024
Dear Suzanne, Thank you for your 5 star review. We are sorry to hear the disturbance during the night which occurred and will ensure your feedback is carefully investigated with the relevant department. Any relevant actions will be taken to ensure this remains an isolated incident. I know it was a busy weekend in Cardiff with Valentines, school holidays and events. I do hope that you will return to the Parkgate hotel again in the future for an experience to exceed your expectations.