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Our top choices for Cardiff Metropolitan University hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two nightstands with lamps, and a small wooden table in front of the bed.

1. Parador44

Parador44
3.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.8 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"This was our third visit to Parador 44. As always, the room was lovely, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was superb. It is always a real treat to stay here."
United Kingdom
Kate
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Parador44
A cozy restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.

2. The Maltsters Arms

The Maltsters Arms
3.5 star property
Llandaff, 0.5 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"Staff amazing and the rooms fantastic. Food also nice if u eat in with added bonus of free parking"
United Kingdom
alan
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Maltsters Arms
A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

3. The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,815 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, staff were so helpful and friendly. The rooms were spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The location was excellent, very central."
United Kingdom
Angela
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Parkgate Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

4. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.9 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,491 reviews)
"We have stayed here a number of times and it doesn’t fail to meet expectations"
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
A historic building with a stone facade, green doors, and a central column with a topiary.

5. Lincoln House Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 1.4 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (729 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good breakfast and clean rooms."
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lincoln House Hotel
A bar area with a polished reflective surface, a bartender preparing a drink, and a variety of bottles in the background.

6. Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff
4.0 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.9 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"As shown, a very pleasant stay with a young family"
United Kingdom
Nell
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Park Plaza Cardiff
A multi-story Holiday Inn hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent green logo.

7. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Castle Quarter, 2.6 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Great location, nice room"
United Kingdom
Jayne
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, grey and white bedding, a grey headboard, two bedside lamps, and a framed bee artwork on the wall.

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
3.0 star property
Pontcanna, 2.2 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"Very nice where we were"
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, large windows with a city view, and pendant lighting.

9. Hilton Cardiff

Hilton Cardiff
4.5 star property
Cardiff City Centre, 2.7 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Cardiff
A hotel entrance with a red awning, a sign for Ladbrokes, and a sign for Cafe Jazz.

10. Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
2.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"GREAT PLACE TO STAY"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Austins Self Service Guest House

Austins Self Service Guest House
3.0 star property
Riverside, 2.5 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (354 reviews)
"Highly recommend if you are after something affordable and close to the city centre "
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Austins Self Service Guest House
A view of a Ferris wheel, a body of water, and a tree through a window.

12. WiseStay

WiseStay
3.0 star property
Riverside, 2.8 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (222 reviews)
"That’s good nice and quite place…."
United Kingdom
MD Arif
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
WiseStay
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a nightstand, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted artwork.

13. Cardiff Riverside Hotel by Belvilla

Cardiff Riverside Hotel by Belvilla
2.0 star property
Riverside, 2.6 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
6.8 out of 10, (219 reviews)
"Basic but clean and comfortable"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cardiff Riverside Hotel by Belvilla
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a red chair, and a bed in the background.

14. Apartment 3

Apartment 3
2.0 star property
Roath, 3 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Apartment 3
A stone wall with climbing plants and a blue container.

15. Cardiff 5-bed House, Sleeps 13 w/ Parking & Garden

Cardiff 5-bed House, Sleeps 13 w/ Parking & Garden
2.5 star property
Grangetown, 2.9 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
The price is €1,299
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Cardiff 5-bed House, Sleeps 13 w/ Parking & Garden
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, a laptop on a table, and a coffee cup.

16. Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, good food."
Australia
Susan
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG
A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned seating areas.

17. Llanerch Vineyard Hotel

Llanerch Vineyard Hotel
4.0 star property
11 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (585 reviews)
"Very large and well appointed room. Nice breakfast (although kitchen add-ons can take a while), and really nice restaurant. The grounds are very scenic too."
United Kingdom
Anushirvan
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Llanerch Vineyard Hotel
A stone building with multiple windows, some with hanging plants. There are potted plants on the ledge and a metal railing on the right.

18. Three Horseshoes

Three Horseshoes
4.0 star property
11.6 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
"Very welcoming stay. We felt so at home and very looked after. Staff were extremely helpful and food was excellent. Beef brisket Sunday lunch was delish and vame out like a work of art! Excellent quality produce. My bacon roll in the morning was real thick cut and tasty. Comfy beds. Beautiful bathroom. Will 100% be back."
United Kingdom
Kelly-Marie
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Three Horseshoes
An outdoor patio with metal chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and stone walls.

19. Fox & Hounds

Fox & Hounds
4.0 star property
13.2 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Fox & Hounds
A multi-story hotel with a reflective water body in front, featuring a modern architectural design with balconies and uniform windows.

20. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 4.2 km from Cardiff Metropolitan University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"Bathroom was excellent in terms of lighting and shower. Great to have toiletries provided too. Kitchen in the suite was well appointed. Rooms were very quiet and clean"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff Metropolitan University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two nightstands with lamps, and a small wooden table in front of the bed.
Parador44
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
229 reviews
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A cozy restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, a fireplace, and framed pictures on the wall.
The Maltsters Arms
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
255 reviews
View
A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.
The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,815 reviews
View
A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,491 reviews
View
A historic building with a stone facade, green doors, and a central column with a topiary.
Lincoln House Hotel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
729 reviews
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Other attractions near Cardiff Metropolitan University

Llandaff Cathedral

9.0/10 (59 reviews)
Stand in awe of this medieval cathedral, which is located in the grounds of an ancient city and hosts a selection of impressive religious artworks.
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Top Cardiff Metropolitan University Hotel Reviews

A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG
Cardiff City Centre

10/10 Excellent

As with previous stays, clean quiet room. Comfortable beds and an excellent shower. This time it was a twin room but spacious compared to lots of other hotels. Staff at reception always very pleasant. Very good breakfast with good service. Always happy to stay here!
Ireland
Susan
Reviewed December 21, 2025
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Cardiff Metropolitan University?

Cardiff Metropolitan University is located in a welcoming area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 63 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cardiff Metropolitan University?

The Maltsters Arms is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this inn offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cardiff Metropolitan University. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Angel Hotel and The Parkgate Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Cardiff Metropolitan University?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cardiff Metropolitan University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cardiff Metropolitan University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cardiff Metropolitan University.

What can I see and do near Cardiff Metropolitan University?

You'll want to browse the collections at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History and Castell Coch. Insole Court, Cardiff Castle and New Theatre are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

How can I get to Cardiff Metropolitan University?

If you're taking a train into town, Danescourt Station is the closest stop to Llandaff. There may not be many public transport options near to Cardiff Metropolitan University so consider a car rental to maximise your time.