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4-star hotels in Cardiff

Cardiff gives visitors a compact city centre, a historic castle, Victorian arcades and a revitalised waterfront at Cardiff Bay, all within easy reach of each other. These 4-star hotels suit couples on city breaks, business travellers and families who want reliable comfort and facilities such as breakfast, bars and air conditioning. Spring and summer bring the liveliest atmosphere for sightseeing, while autumn and winter are quieter and drier for indoor attractions.

15 hotels4 rated 4.5+26,227 guest reviews

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

    ★★★★4.61,355 reviews

    Dominions Arcade Queen Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Breakfast
    • Lounge
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereCentrally placed on Queen Street, this hotel suits shoppers and city-break couples who want to step out into the arcades and main shopping streets. Air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable, breakfast is available, and a bar adds an easy end to the day. Its guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 1355 reviews shows strong approval.

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  2. Tunnel Cottages at Blaen nant y Groes Farm

    ★★★★4.7100 reviews

    Cwmbach, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Spa
    • Free car parking
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereFor travellers who prefer a rural setting, this farm-based property at Cwmbach offers cottages with a fireplace, family rooms and a fitness centre. It suits families and groups wanting space and quiet rather than a city-centre base. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 from 100 reviews, the highest rating in this shortlist.

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  3. The Parkgate Hotel

    ★★★★4.51,384 reviews

    Westgate Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Sauna
    • Breakfast
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereOn Westgate Street, this hotel puts guests close to the city-centre action and suits visitors who want comfort after a day out. Air conditioning, breakfast and a bar are all available, with breakfast in room for slower mornings. It holds a 4.5 out of 5 guest rating from 1384 reviews.

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  4. New House Country Hotel

    ★★★★4.5975 reviews

    Thornhill Road, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Breakfast in room
    • Lounge

    Why stay hereSet on Thornhill Road, this country hotel suits guests who want a quieter stay within reach of Cardiff. Rooms come with bathrobes, coffee and a desk, and breakfast in room is offered alongside a bar. A 4.5 out of 5 rating from 975 reviews reflects consistently positive guest feedback.

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  5. Vale Resort

    ★★★★4.43,038 reviews

    Hensol Park Hensol, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Indoor pool
    • Sauna
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereAt Hensol Park, the Vale Resort suits active guests and families, with badminton among its sports facilities, plus a bar and breakfast. Air conditioning and balconies in some rooms add comfort, and breakfast in room is available. It has 3038 reviews and a 4.4 out of 5 rating.

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  6. Mercure Cardiff North Hotel

    ★★★★4.41,505 reviews

    Circle Way East Llanedeyrn, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Breakfast
    • Lounge

    Why stay hereOn Circle Way East in Llanedeyrn, this hotel suits travellers arriving by car who want a straightforward, well-equipped base. Air conditioning, breakfast and a bar are listed, with breakfast in room for early starts. Its guest rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 1505 reviews.

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  7. The Beverley by Innkeeper's Collection

    ★★★★4.4676 reviews

    75-77 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Family rooms
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereOn Cathedral Road, The Beverley by Innkeeper's Collection suits visitors who want free car parking and free wifi alongside a garden and family rooms. A bar is on site, and rooms include a hairdryer and iron and board. It is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 676 reviews.

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  8. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

    ★★★★4.32,043 reviews

    Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Lounge
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereIn Cardiff Bay, this hotel suits guests who want the waterfront rather than the city centre, with air conditioning and a bar among its facilities. A buffet is listed, and cots are available for families. It has 2043 reviews and a 4.3 out of 5 guest rating.

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  9. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

    ★★★★4.31,915 reviews

    Park Place, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Breakfast in room
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereOn Park Place, this hotel suits city explorers who want a central location and practical comforts. Air conditioning, a bar and breakfast in room are listed, and dry cleaning service helps longer stays. Guests rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 1915 reviews.

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  10. Park Plaza Cardiff

    ★★★★4.31,896 reviews

    Grey Friars Road, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Indoor pool
    • Spa
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereOn Grey Friars Road, this hotel suits guests who want to be in the middle of Cardiff's shopping and dining. Air conditioning, a bar and cots for families are listed, with a beach nearby noted among its facilities. It scores 4.3 out of 5 from 1896 reviews.

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  11. Crofts Hotel

    ★★★★4.3428 reviews

    14 15 Croft Street Roath, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Pool bar
    • Free car parking
    • Breakfast

    Why stay hereIn Roath, Crofts Hotel suits budget-conscious families and travellers with cars, offering free car parking and free wifi plus family rooms and a garden. A games room and bar add leisure options, and breakfast is available. It holds a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 428 reviews.

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  12. Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

    ★★★★4.23,476 reviews

    24 - 26 Newport Road, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Indoor pool
    • Spa
    • Parking

    Why stay hereOn Newport Road, this hotel suits visitors who want a central base with services to match, including a concierge and air conditioning. Breakfast is offered, with breakfast in room available, and a bar is on site. It is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 3476 reviews.

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  13. Novotel Cardiff Centre

    ★★★★4.22,745 reviews

    Schooner Way/Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Indoor pool
    • Sauna
    • Parking

    Why stay hereAt Schooner Way on Atlantic Wharf, this hotel suits guests who want the bay area with city access. Air conditioning, breakfast and a bar are listed, and breakfast in room is available. It has 2745 reviews and a 4.2 out of 5 guest rating.

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  14. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

    ★★★★4.22,632 reviews

    St Mary Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Breakfast
    • Fitness Center
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereOn St Mary Street, this hotel suits nightlife-seekers and shoppers who want to be in the heart of the city. Air conditioning, breakfast and a bar are provided, with breakfast in room and cots for families. It is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2632 reviews.

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  15. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

    ★★★★4.22,059 reviews

    Mill Lane, Cardiff, United Kingdom

    • Swimming pool
    • Parking
    • Breakfast in room

    Why stay hereOn Mill Lane, this hotel suits business and leisure travellers who value a business centre alongside a central setting. Air conditioning and a bar are listed, with breakfast in room for convenience. Its guest rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 2059 reviews.

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Questions, answered

Which Cardiff 4-star hotels have free car parking?

The Beverley by Innkeeper's Collection and Crofts Hotel both list free car parking among their facilities.

Which 4-star hotels in Cardiff offer breakfast?

Many do, including Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG, The Parkgate Hotel, Vale Resort, Mercure Cardiff North Hotel, Novotel Cardiff Centre and Clayton Hotel Cardiff, with breakfast in room also listed at several.

Which Cardiff 4-star hotels have the best guest ratings?

Tunnel Cottages at Blaen nant y Groes Farm scores 4.7 out of 5, followed by Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG at 4.6, then The Parkgate Hotel and New House Country Hotel at 4.5.

Which 4-star hotels in Cardiff have a fitness centre?

Tunnel Cottages at Blaen nant y Groes Farm lists a fitness centre, and Vale Resort lists sports facilities including badminton among its amenities.

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