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Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Principality Stadium

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Longueil Close, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4EE
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Principality Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Butetown stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Butetown hotel, you'll find Mermaid Quay and Cardiff Bay Water Feature. Principality Stadium and Wales Millennium Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Wales Millennium Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Bay Station - 8 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Mania - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Customs Shed - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thomas - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Park Brewers Fayre - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Volcano Japanese - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

3-star hotel near Principality Stadium
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cardiff hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG offers 87 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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 in meeting rooms
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day

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 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, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes 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

  • 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 Express Cardiff Bay by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG is 16.8 mi (41-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 Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG on Nov 23, 2025 start from $69.1, 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 Express Cardiff Bay by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 10.1 mi (37-min drive) from Barry Island Beach and 3.7 mi (9-min drive) from Pennarth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG to downtown Cardiff?

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG is 0.9 mi away from Cardiff.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 408 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Two Nights Stay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

Geeat lication and value for money.

Family room, double bed and a pull out double. Very clean and comfortable. Great lication for town and the bay. Great valur for money and breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Convienient Location but Lacking

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

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

Hot hot hot

Everything was fine apart from the temperature of the corridors and room, very hot and stuffy We were on the 3rd floor so can’t comment on the other floirs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Rolant

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

8/10 Good

Wendy

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

Enjoyed Wales

Breakfast was amazing. So well looked after. Room was okay, but it was so so hot with very little air conditioning. Should have asked for a fan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

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

10/10 Excellent

Flordeliza

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very accomodating and friendly . The food preparation is brilliant ( breakfast buffet)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Dirty shower area and air conditioner only blew out hot air even when turned down to 5. The room did its job bed, shower and 20 minute walk to the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room but unbear
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Zuhair

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very friendly, good location and very good price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Shamim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Room had no air condition and was boiling hot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

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

Clean comfortable stay

Stayed on one of the hottest nights and room was roasting - no offer of fans but overall hotel was clean, comfortable, well located and staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MR S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm was hot no air-conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No aircon in tooms

Despite what is stated on their website there is No air conditioning in the rooms which were unbearably hot, making sleep nigh impossible. No fans were available from the hotel. Our rooms were not made up on the second day and we had to ask for fresh towels. The shower tray surround was broken and dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Great stay

Great hotel perfect area to visit Cardiff staff very friendly and helpful only thing that knocked it down one star was our beds were uncomfortable but other than that really clean rooms spacious great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chidera

Very cosy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

Work

Convenient for work and nice area close to amenities if required.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room boiling hot no aircon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were great room small and stuffy, no air conditioning and the shower terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025