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Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Animal Wall

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In Cardiff's bustling center, this welcoming hotel features an on-site restaurant, dry cleaning, a garden sanctuary, and a bar. Multilingual staff assist with luggage storage. The prime location near Bute Park earns consistent praise from travelers.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is €75
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Minibar)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 1XD

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bute Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. David's - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mad Dog Brewery Co - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Welsh House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Hotel near Bute Park
Located close to Animal Wall and Cardiff Castle, Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Junction Restaurant, serves light fare. Free in-room WiFi and a business centre are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a banquet hall
  • A computer station, luggage storage and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 157 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 16 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Callaghans Sports Bar
  • Junction Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 8,633 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.00 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 16 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG on 16 Nov 2025 start from €75.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG?

Self-parking is available for GBP 16 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG located?

Located in Cardiff City Centre, this hotel is steps away from Animal Wall and Bute Park. Cardiff Castle and St. David's are also within 10 minutes. Cardiff Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) is 10 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location with handy parking

Very friendly staff. Good large room with comfy bed. Great location. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel were great! Unfortunately I expect a better quality of hotel, room etc for £400 per night!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Convenient location with car park, however the property was a bit tired
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel close to the centre

Nice hotel close to the centre just opposite the castle. Parking is available but can be a bit tight. We could walk to all the areas we wanted to see. Lots of dining options in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a really good stay, friendly staff, comfortable beds and a lovely breakfast. Have stayed previously and will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the centre of Cardiff Staff were friendly The breakfast was ok but the bacon could be cooked a bit more
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy stay

The syay was as expected, as always. Staff were helpful and friendly. Location was ideal because of mobility and close to amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location and large family room clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Professional, courteous Staff. Excellent breakfast. Clean room, comfortable bed. Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great position close to Principality, castle, shops etc. We were going to Utilita which was short 10 min walk
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was as described and well provisioned. The breakfast was the best I have had in a hotel in a very long time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lizzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room a little dated and noisy from the road outside
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay at the hotel will definitely be visiting again. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

good

Good location, friendly staff, great dinner. Breakfast was ok, pain au chocolate not really freshly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Amenities
Handy central hotel. Beware of parking though as per day not 24 hours from when you arrive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything on the doorstep
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right by the centre of Cardiff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay always come here and will continue to do so
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Cardiff Stay.

Good stay, comfortable room, lovely breakfast, really pleasant staff and close to all amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were efficient, friendly, room was clean, spacious and comfortable with a view over the river.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koorosh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent

Building is a bit dated but has all IHG hotels standard. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient hotel for a Cardiff City break

A good hotel which is close to the castle, the city centre and only a short walk through Bute Park to Glamorgan Cricket. Lots of pubs, bars and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024