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Novotel Cardiff Centre

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Principality Stadium

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Bar (on property)
Interior entrance
Interior
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4RT
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cardiff City Centre hotel, you'll find University of South Wales, Cardiff Campus and Utilita Arena Cardiff. Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral of St David and Capitol Shopping Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. David's - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso Bar - John Lewis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wahaca Cardiff - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Customs Shed - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Golden Cross - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4-star spa hotel near Principality Stadium
Novotel Cardiff Centre offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 2259 square feet (210 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly Novotel Cardiff Centre also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Cardiff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 138 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2259 sq ft of conference space
  • 210 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Novotel Cardiff Centre offers 138 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 24 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 24.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 16 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.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Novotel Hotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Novotel
Hotel Accor Cardiff Centre
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Wales
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Cardiff Centre to the airport?

Novotel Cardiff Centre is 14.5 mi (31-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 Novotel Cardiff Centre?

As of Jan 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Cardiff Centre on Feb 20, 2026 start from $213.06, 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 Novotel Cardiff Centre have an airport shuttle?

Novotel Cardiff Centre offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of GBP 30 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Novotel Cardiff Centre to the beach?

This hotel is 4.4 mi (9-min drive) from Pennarth Beach and 9.7 mi (31-min drive) from Whitmore Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Cardiff Centre, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Les Croupiers Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 24.00 per night.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a pool?

Novotel Cardiff Centre features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Novotel Cardiff Centre to downtown Cardiff?

Novotel Cardiff Centre is 0.6 mi away from Cardiff.

Novotel Cardiff Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 426 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1003 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money w the health spa and gym.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Graeme

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Niel

Liked: Staff & service
Fine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but really needed a general tidy up and refurb
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

dubravka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing pool, great food, walking distance from the central railway station and the city center, 2 deli markets across the street. Super friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel w nice pool, gym and sauna!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was left unmade bathroom unclean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huw

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, nice staff, good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

rachel

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

Cardiff

Lovely hotel, great features, just not the best location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

yves

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aman

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerry

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

Great sized rooms for value

Birthday weekend trip, had a lovely birthday treat in the room waiting The room was nice and big Separate bath and shower is nice and mini fridge The shower leaked a bit so soaks bathroom floor which was only annoyance of the room We used the gym and pool A family allowed their young children in/out the steam room which I felt was not appropriate as letting all the steam out but no staff around to report. Reception staff were lovely and welcoming We had G&T at the bar and the bar staff were friendly and enthusiastic Overall a really nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, pool and sauna were clean and enjoyable, shower did not drain and upon arrival that the room we booked was not available so were given a different room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be useful for all reception staff to be familiar with the buses etc for people without a car. Also the map of Cardiff is really incomprehensible added to which reception needs to be able to read the map fro guests. The catering staff were very efficient and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

mark

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
booked to stay as have positive experience of Novotels before and location was good to walk into Cardiff town for a University reunion lunch. Room had stain on curtains and in bathroom ( which looked like dried blood?) very noisy with people returning (drunk?) at 2am and 3am slamming doors in corridor - this can happen in any hotel but it flagged the lack of soundproofing of the doors i left at 7am Sunday and there was no one on reception to discuss this with finally was told on arrival that parking would be £16 and easier to pay on exit..ended up being £24 for a 18hr stay overall a frustrating and not a relaxing end to a nice day!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne-Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location within walking distance of bot the historical center and Cardiff Bay. Very spacious and well equipped room. The swimming pool is quite small and with all the kids there, it was impossible to properly swim. It would also be good if the rooms could be cleaned earlier: On the second day, when I arrived back around 4pm, the room hadn't yet been cleaned.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025