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Holiday Inn Cardiff City By Ihg, Cardiff

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About the Hotel

Castle Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 1XD

Holiday Inn Cardiff City is situated in the heart of Cardiff, opposite the historic Cardiff Castle. This hotel serves as an ideal base for exploring the vibrant city and its attractions, such as the Principality Stadium and waterfront quay. With 157 air-conditioned rooms that offer views of the castle, the hotel combines comfort and convenience. Its proximity to cultural landmarks and shopping venues makes it a significant choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Centrally located, the hotel is just a short walk from Cardiff Central train station and is 12 miles from Cardiff International Airport. Key city attractions, including shopping at St David's Dewi Sant and exploring the waterfront via Waterbus, are easily accessible. Good road links allow visitors to combine their city stay with nearby countryside exploration.

Rooms

The hotel features 157 modern bedrooms, each designed for a comfortable stay. Guests can enjoy views of either Cardiff Castle or the Principality Stadium from their rooms. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and a selection of complimentary coffee and tea supplies. Upgraded executive rooms offer additional luxuries such as bathrobes, slippers, and a Bluetooth sound system.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the hotel includes a buffet breakfast with a range of continental and hot options. The Junction Restaurant serves à la carte modern British cuisine, while the open lobby area provides a relaxed atmosphere for coffee. Families benefit from the hotel's 'Kids Stay and Eat Free' policy, which allows children under 12 to eat without charge from the main menu.

Leisure & Business

For business travelers, the hotel offers the dedicated Academy Conference Centre with versatile meeting spaces for up to 150 delegates. Comprehensive multimedia support and free Wi-Fi are provided to enhance the business experience. Leisure facilities include a spacious bar area, where guests can unwind over drinks or enjoy the outdoor Beer Garden.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room
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2 persons
21 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Landscape view
Shower
Heating
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Standard Room
Max:
2 persons
21 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Landscape view
Shower
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King Room
Max:
4 persons
21 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
River view
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Cardiff1000 ft
Airports
Cardiff (CWL) 13.2 mi
Swansea (SWS) 47.9 mi
Train
Cardiff Central Railway Station2000 ft
Bus
Bus stop2000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Castle Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 1XD
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Castle Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 1XD
Nearby
Cardiff Castle Grounds
Cardiff Castle
1100 ft
Westgate Street
Principality Stadium
1600 ft
Market
Cardiff Market
1700 ft
Church
The City Parish of St John the Baptist
1500 ft
Art object
Animal Wall
600 ft
Shopping Area
Capitol Shopping Center
2000 ft
Shopping Area
Castle Quarter Arcade
900 ft
Mall
Duke Street Arcade
1200 ft
Mall
High Street Arcade
1200 ft
Cardiff Arms Park Westgate Street
BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park
600 ft
Womanby Street
Castle Emporium
1100 ft
Museums
Firing Line Museum of The Queen's Dragoon Guards and The Royal Welsh at Cardiff Castle
1500 ft
CardiffWales
River Taff
1200 ft
Restaurants
Pettigrew Tea Rooms
300 ft
West Lodge Castle Street Bute Park and Arboretum
Mango House
600 ft
Grand Hotel Westgate Street
Elevens Bar & Grill
700 ft
15 Castle Street
The Potted Pig
1100 ft
27 High Street
Bar 44 Cardiff
900 ft
15-23 Westgate Street Castle Quarter Arcades
Madame Fromage
1200 ft
21-25 Castle Arcade
Coffee Barker
1200 ft
Castle Quarter Arcade
Science Cream
1000 ft
28 Castle Arcade
Casanova
1200 ft
13 Quay St
Tiny Rebel Cardiff
1000 ft
25 Westgate Street
Pizza Express
1400 ft
29-32 High Street
Zizzi
1200 ft
27 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Friendly staff
Room quality
Dining noise
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
9.2
Service
8.0
Dining
7.7
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 6 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 3240 reviews
Gary
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. Initially, my room was noisy due to road traffic, but after a move, I got a larger, quieter room with a nice view. The first room was small and basic for the price, lacking hot water, while the second room had some maintenance issues like a peeling bath re-liner.

Rooms
6.0
The first room was small and basic for the cost, lacked hot water, and felt of low quality. The second room was larger and quieter with a better view, but had a peeling bath re-liner.
Service
8.0
The staff were accommodating, professional, and nice. They even provided a phone charger and organized a takeaway breakfast.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, right next to the Castle, close to shops, Cardiff Stadium, and Glamorgan cricket ground. Perfect for exploring the city and attending events.
Dining
7.0
I didn't dine at the hotel. However, I heard that the dining experience was good with a wide food selection.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were basic but satisfactory for a comfortable stay.
Great location
Room quality
Douglas
United Kingdom, March  2024
7.8/10

The hotel offers a large room with unexpected bathroom and AC for the price paid. Despite the room size being small for two people, it was comfortable and standard. The location is perfect for exploring Cardiff, with convenient parking at the rear and walking distance to major attractions. The dining experience was excellent with a variety of choices. However, the noise disturbance from outside affected the overall stay in the room.

Rooms
7.0
The room was a little on the small side for two people but comfortable overall.
Service
6.0
The service was fresh and had everything we needed, but there were disturbances with frequent knocks on the door disrupting sleep.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Cardiff, with easy access to attractions, shopping areas, and transportation options.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with a wide range of options to choose from, providing great value for money.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a good range of facilities to meet guests' needs.
Great location
Room size
William
United States of America, December  2023
8.2/10

The hotel offers a pleasant stay with comfortable beds and a convenient location near Cardiff Castle. While some rooms provide a nice view, others lack sufficient plug sockets. The surroundings are quiet even though some rooms face the road.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable with nice beds, although some lacked plug sockets.
Service
7.0
The service was satisfactory, and the staff assisted promptly in resolving room noise issues caused by traffic.
Location
9.0
The location is perfect for exploring Cardiff Castle and shopping in the area with friendly staff.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delightful, offering superb meals with a view of the park or castle.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were enjoyable and provided a pleasant stay overall.
Martin
United Kingdom, September  2023
8.4/10

The hotel's location is excellent, within walking distance of Cardiff Castle and the Principality Stadium, making it a convenient spot. The rooms were clean and efficient, though the poor quality windows allowed for a lot of noise from the busy road outside. The service was genuinely helpful and friendly, enhancing the overall experience. The dining experience was great value and the manager Loreta ensured a welcoming and efficient service.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and efficient, but the poor quality of the windows didn't help with the loud traffic noise from the busy road outside.
Service
9.0
The service was genuinely helpful and friendly, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was excellent, between Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium, making it easy to walk into the center of town and close to all the main attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was great value, thanks to manager Loreta's welcoming and efficient service.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel's facilities were satisfactory, offering everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Dick
United Kingdom, August  2023
9.0/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and quiet with a nice view of the river. The service was amazing, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was perfect, right in the city center, making it easy to get around. The dining experience was very good, although some items were not hot enough. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, comfortable, quiet, and with a nice view of the river.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing, with friendly and helpful staff.
Location
10.0
The hotel was in the city center, making it very convenient.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good, but the food was never hot.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great and offered all the necessary amenities.
Clara
United States of America, July  2023
7.4/10

The hotel offers a spacious family room, although the temperature control can be challenging as rooms vary in temperature. The staff was attentive to the issue. However, the excessive mirrors in the room were a bit much for my liking.

Rooms
7.0
The family room was very spacious but had too many mirrors for my taste. Temperature control was problematic with one room being too hot and the other too cold affecting our sleep quality.
Service
9.0
The reception staff were excellent and quickly resolved an issue we had. The restaurant manager stood out for his brilliant service.
Location
8.0
The hotel needs some maintenance but benefits from a prime location across from Cardiff Castle, making it easy to access shops and bars. The proximity to public transportation was convenient, although getting there initially was a bit challenging due to road closures.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was underwhelming with cold food that wasn't promptly replenished. However, the location near Bute Park was convenient for exploring central Cardiff.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were up to a very good standard, and the checkout time at noon was satisfactory.
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