Nestled near Cardiff International Arena and Cardiff Castle, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay offers a warm welcome with breakfast, a cozy bar, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Connect to in-room WiFi or simply unwind on the hotel's charming terrace.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
24/7 front desk
Bar
Parking available
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Self parking
Business center
2 meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Front-desk safe
Snack bar/deli
Vending machine
Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
$72 nightly
The total price is $86
$86 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed
View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)
Cardiff International Arena - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Cardiff Bay - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Principality Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Cardiff Castle - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 41 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 88 min drive
Cardiff Bay Station - 8 min walk
Cardiff Central Station - 18 min walk
Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) - 18 min walk
Restaurants
The Classroom - Y Dosbarth - 13 min walk
Grosvenor Casino - 9 min walk
Miller & Carter - 11 min walk
The Customs Shed Cardiff - 7 min walk
Cardiff Bay Tavern - 9 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Castle. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
87 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 10.00 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Business center
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Roll-in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 10.00 per day
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard
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.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 10.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG is a short 8-minute walk from Cardiff Bay Station and 19 minutes' walk from Cardiff Bay.
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Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently good with a great selection and excellent service. (35 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
From start to finish - the staff were super helpful and friendly
David
1-night trip
10/10
Its amazing and enjoyable.
Adeyemi
1-night trip
10/10
Great location and very welcome breakfast.. staff where friendly and extremely helpful
Brendan
1-night trip
10/10
From walking through the door, the young man on reception was polite, explained everything and with a smile. The room was clean, tidy and the bed was comfortable. At breakfast the experience continued to be brilliant, the lady explained the way Breakfast was a buffet and where things were. Wonderful view looking out over the wharf. Food was of a high Standard. Room 114.
ray
1-night trip
8/10
Convenient location for both the city and Cardiff Bay area, whether to see a show or just visit for a break and enjoy great food. Very friendly, motivated and helpful staff.
Andreas
1-night trip
8/10
Only issue was that the lift was broken
Alec
2-night trip
10/10
Stayed for two nights, service was good and breakfast was lovely. Theres a wee shop nearby too and not too far a walk from city centre
Kelly
2-night trip
6/10
Ok
Nigel
1-night trip
8/10
Safe very friendly and helpful. Breakfast very good with a good selection. Room nicely layed out with all you need for a few nights away. Would stay again.
Andrea
2-night trip
10/10
Very friendly staff!
Yana
1-night trip
6/10
The room was very tired and noisy next to the lifts.
Andrew
1-night trip
10/10
The rooms are clean and quiet. Great for business trips.
Andrew
1-night trip
6/10
Ok, pafking was first come first serve do not great. Then being charged £10 a day but cant park your car ax no spaces not great. Lift was out of action for whole visit. Air-conditioning didn't work. Location was nice. Breakfast staff and offering was brilliant. For over £200 for 2 nights wont rebook. Shame as i use Holiday Inn frequently with work in the Bath Road site.
Lloyd
2-night trip
10/10
Veery nice and quiet environment. Would definitely stay here again.
RASHEED
1-night trip
2/10
Nothing to do with holiday express the hotel looked lovely it was hotels.com that booked us in sent us confirmation and when we turned up they said there was no booking for us and they could only message hotels.com as they didn’t have a phone number for them I have tried emailing hotels.com customer service and had no reply stay away from this company anything goes wrong you can’t get hold of them
Michelle
2-night trip
10/10
Lovely staff, Manager very hands on at breakfast…We were lucky with the gorgeous weather.
Elizabeth
5-night trip
10/10
Excellent welcome on check in, very friendly staff and very helpful. Very good breakfast.
Kevin
2-night trip
8/10
Checked in at 2.30 . Easy to walk to Bay. Comfy beds. Breakfast good.
Sian
1-night trip
10/10
Breakfast was very good.
Staff were helpful and friendly.
Would stay again.
Elwyn
2-night trip
6/10
Location unusually admits houses with the main entrance not clear and only accessible by car not on foot( no pathway)
The location I thought was closer to Cardiff bay however on arrival feels quite remote and 20 mins walk.
Sharon
1-night trip
10/10
Staff really friendly and helpful and went out of their way to make sure we were happy with everything. Room and public areas very clean. Will definitely return.
Tony
2-night trip
10/10
Lovely clean budget hotel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10
Noise from heating ventilation system above room (not in room). Resulted in poor night rest. Highlighted to receptionist but received no apology. They just make a note and said they would pass ob
Simon
1-night trip
10/10
Good position of hotel, plenty of parking at good rate.
A little bit short staffed, but all friendly and helpful.
Fire alarm went off in the night, but dealt with well .
Trudi
2-night trip
10/10
Ideal situation and so close to Cardiff Bay
Staff were very friendly and accommodating