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Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

3.5 star property
3.5-star eco-certified hotel near Animal Wall

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Point of interest

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Castle Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 1XD
  • Cardiff Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • St. David's
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Principality Stadium
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Minibar)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Heart of Cardiff.A stay at this Cardiff City Centre hotel places you steps from Animal Wall and within a 5-minute walk of Bute Park. Cardiff Castle and St. David's Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bute Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. David's - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Corner Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fuel Rock Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mad Dog Brewery Co - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

3.5-star eco-certified hotel near Animal Wall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and 11 meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 8633 square feet (802 square meters) and includes conference space. The eco-certified Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG also features multilingual staff, a garden, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

  • 1 building
  • 157 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 8633 sq ft of conference space
  • 802 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG offers 157 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Cardiff hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Welsh

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self 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

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
  • Elevator
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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-authorize 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

How close is Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG is 13.5 mi (39-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG on Aug 10, 2025 start from $66.8, excluding 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.

Does Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 9.4 mi (38-min drive) from Barry Island Beach and 5.2 mi (11-min drive) from Pennarth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 16 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG is home to Junction Restaurant, which features American cuisine and light fare.

Does Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG to downtown Cardiff?

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG is 0.2 mi away from Cardiff.

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1009 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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Very central to the city, good breakfast , stalk very helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view of Cardiff Arms Park and the Principality Stadium!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

EUGENE, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
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

Steven

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

8/10 Good

Baris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location for city center and castle. Staff extremely helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

NEIL

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

North Wales

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Gethin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris, Stoke on Trent

Liked: Staff & service
Tired rooms, expensive parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great staff, everything we needed. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

A 1 service

Absolutely brilliant stay hotel very clean staff so professional with a 1 service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Philippa

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Very tired bedrooms, small double bed, no usb sockets, just a bit dated Dirty windows and metalwork by window at breakfast, probable blinds be better Pastries big dry Hash browns oven cooked not fried so very dry Nice restaurant staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mac

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

Will stay again & very happy!

Great location, fantastic nights sleep & lovely breakfast to complete the stay & get me on my way happy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025