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7.9

2,258 reviews

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Longueil Close Schooner Way Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff, CF10 4EE, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG hotel! Situated just 0.9mi from the vibrant city center of Cardiff, this 3-star hotel offers a convenient base for exploring all that the city has to offer. The hotel boasts 2258 reviews, showcasing its popularity among travelers.

Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by our friendly 24-hour front desk staff, ensuring a smooth check-in experience. As you make your way to your non-smoking room, you'll notice the modern amenities such as air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. Whether you're traveling solo or with family, the hotel offers a range of room options including family rooms and an entire unit on the ground floor for easy accessibility.

In the morning, fuel up for the day ahead with the hotel's breakfast offering. For those traveling with pets, the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay is pet-friendly (additional charges apply) and also provides private parking (extra charges). After a day of exploring, unwind at the bar or enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant. The terrace area is perfect for enjoying a refreshing drink and taking in views of Atlantic Wharf.

With its prime location, comfortable accommodations, and excellent amenities, the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay is the ideal choice for your visit to Cardiff. Book now to start your unforgettable adventure in this charming city! Prices start from $59.

After a day of exploring all the exciting attractions that Cardiff has to offer, you can indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, Restaurant #1. With a family-friendly ambiance and a diverse menu featuring international cuisine, there's something to satisfy every palate. Whether you're craving a comforting plate of pasta, a juicy steak, or a fresh salad, you'll find it all right here. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a delightful dining experience without having to venture far from the comfort of your hotel room.

At the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, we understand that your furry friends are an important part of your family, which is why we're proud to be a pet-friendly hotel. Feel free to bring your beloved pet along on your adventure in Cardiff. Please note that there may be additional charges for accommodating your furry companion.

When it comes to payment options, we strive to make your stay as convenient as possible. We accept American Express, Mastercard, and Visa as the preferred payment methods. Please note that cash is not accepted, ensuring a seamless and secure payment process for our guests.

With its prime location, comfortable accommodations, excellent amenities, and warm hospitality, the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay is the perfect choice for your visit to Cardiff. Don't miss out on the opportunity to create unforgettable memories in this charming city. Book your stay now and get ready for an adventure you'll cherish forever. Prices for our fantastic rooms start from just $59.

Closest airports

Cardiff Airport

9.3mi

Bristol Airport

20.2mi

Gloucestershire Airport

51.8mi

Exeter Airport

52.2mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Rooms

Twin Room in Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, 2 Single

2 Twin Beds

55 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Welcome to our cozy Twin Room, perfect for two adults and one child. Enjoy the comfort of two twin beds, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Other amenities include a tea/coffee maker, wake-up service, iron, hairdryer, and heating.

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Standard, Double/Single

1 Double Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Non Smoking includes either a single bed 80-130 width or a double bed 131-150 width plus a sofa bed.

Room allocated on arrival in Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Standard, Double/Twin

1 Double Bed

2 Twin Beds

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Our TwinDouble room, with a spacious 129 sqft, is perfect for accommodating 2 adults and 1 child. Featuring a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, this room is an ideal choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

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Standard, 1 Bed

45 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room - Non-Smoking  in Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

45 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Twin Room - Disability Access in Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, 2 Single, Accessible

2 Twin Beds

45 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Double Room with Sofa Bed in Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

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Standard, Sofa Bed

1 Double Bed

1 Sofa Bed

45 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Leisure, King

1 King Size Bed

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Standard King Room in Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

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1 King Size Bed

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1 Twin Bed

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1 Twin Bed

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1 Double Bed

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Guest reviews

7.9

2,258 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Ana

8.2

June 2023

I did not stay for many days as we were only for a concert. I have been in holiday Inn hotels before in England, Wales, Madrid and Cuernavaca ( Mexico )I was surprised restaurant did not gave sweet bread as Danish pasty. Clean room View from restaurant Delicious Cumberland sausages 😋 and bacon 🥓. Great it was quiet so slept very well.

Lift did not work second day. Scrambled eggs. I asked if they have fry eggs. They said no.what a shame as where I live, the Pavilion tea rooms in the Castle Grounds, they offer fry egg instead of scrambled eggs. I found expensive the pizzas. Not many options to have a meal at night. We had only 2 cups instead of 3. I attended with my sister and daughter

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Deborah

9.1

April 2023

This hotel is in a great location,you can walk to the bay in about 5mins with all it's restaurants even hop on the aqua bus in to the town centre or a 20min walk in to the centre of Cardiff which has an amazing shopping centre plenty of restaurants,visit the castle or take walk around the lovely Bute park.The holiday inn Express Cardiff has very friendly hotel staff,food was great & room very comfortable.would & will stay here again.

There's only one thing to moan about and that was a fire alarm going off in the early hours!! Not sure why but the hotel staff assured us that all was fine when we phone reception!!

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Philippa

10

September 2023

Lovely comfy beds, facilities beautifully clean. All staff were exceptional and a big Thank you to Joanna Way for going above and beyond for us. And Thank you to Tom R on reception for just being lovely. Re coup cafe is a lovely place to chill out and watch the world go by. I think Re coup needs to be advertised more by the hotel staff as it needs more recognition. We will definitely come and stay again. 😊

Nothing really to dislike apart from not being able to park on the first night having paid for parking

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Jacqueline

10

April 2023

It was not a big hotel but I've limes that It had everything you needed.You felt welcome the moment ypu came in.The reception gentleman was so friendly.Everywhere was so clean and sat so fresh.I can honestly say our room was spotless.Couldnt believe how quiet it was.We had a room with a water view lovely.Bed and sofa bed extremely comfortable.Pillows lovely and soft as well as towels.Also Dove bodywash/shampoo which is a rariety.There is a small children's park a few minutes walk away.We went to the Millennium Centre which took us 10 minutes to walk.Breakfast was delicious bacon,scrambled eggs,beans and continental and all hot.Slso noticed a bar snd a terrace where you can sit by the water.

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Jason

8.2

September 2023

Reception was organised and friendly. We were seen and processed quickly. The room was basic and clean. Car parking was £10 a day. Hotel is about a 15 minute walk to the city or Cardiff Bay in the opposite direction. Had a quiet 2 nights stay.

Kettle was not working properly as we had to hold the button down for it to boil. 1 of the windows would not shut. The sink was blocked. All these were reported not long after we arrived but only the sink was unblocked the next day.

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Ann

8.2

August 2023

It really was a good room and value for money as I was only staying 2 nights. Bed was comfortable and it had everything I needed. As the remote wasn't properly working, staff really helped me out as soon as they could. I also loved the dinner options there.

Not much. I didn't know there were two Holiday Inn's in town. If I'd known I would've maybe gone for the one closer to the city but as I was only there for the weekend, it's not really a dislike, just an observation.

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Ian

9.1

March 2023

The hotel is well located, being about 20 minutes walk to the city centre and 12 minutes to the Cardiff Bay area. Staff were friendly and helpful. The bedroom was warm and light with a view over the water and the double bed was very comfortable and impressively wide. Breakfast was good with some cooked options.

As so often in chain hotels there was only one chair in the room so one person ends up sitting on the bed. There are no shops, cafes or restaurants in the immediate environment, though plenty within a mile.

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Jane

10

June 2023

Hotel was spotless, desk staff welcoming and helpful. Twin room was comfortable and it was good to find decent shower/hair products in the bathroom. All staff were very friendly and made us feel very welcome. We opted for a taxi to the city centre and the desk staff very kindly ordered this for us.

Nothing that I didn’t like. I chose the property as somewhere to sat for a Coldplay concert when accommodation was really hard to find at a ‘reasonable’ rate.

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Hill

9.1

April 2023

The hotel was clean, the staff, especially Tom, Jack and Katy were so helpful and made me think that I was their only guest. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable.I had a lovely breakfast and I will certainly be staying there again!

I could have done without paying £10 for parking, but it compared favourably with other hotels in Cardiff Bay!

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Sarah

10

August 2023

The cleanliness of the hotel and room, the staff were very friendly, our dogs were welcomed, access into the hotel was easy and it was easy to find. It is located about a 15 min walk from the city centre or from Cardiff Bay pubs/restaurants. Breakfast was nice and always ready for 7am. Parking is good but more challenging the later you arrive.

Nothing. We were happy with everything.

Points of Interest Around Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Attractions

Norwegian Church Arts Centre

0.6mi

Techniquest

0.7mi

Principality Stadium (Millennium Stadium)

0.9mi

Cardiff Castle (Castell Caerdydd)

0.9mi

Cardiff City Hall (Neuadd y Ddinas)

1.1mi

National Museum Cardiff

1.1mi

Penarth

2.4mi

Llandaff Cathedral

2.8mi

Barry Island (Ynys y Barri)

7.1mi

Caerphilly Castle (Castell Caerffili)

7.6mi

Cheddar Gorge

21.5mi

Brunel's SS Great Britain

24mi

Smoke & Mirrors

24.4mi

Tintern Abbey

26.1mi

Glastonbury

30.3mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Stay rules - Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel allow guests to stay with pets?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay. However, there may be additional charges for bringing your pet along.

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel?

When you book a stay at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel, you can access your room from 02:00 PM and should leave by 11:00 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel provide free parking options?

Yes, parking is available at the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay. The hotel offers private on-site parking for a fee of £10 per day. While reservations for parking are not possible, guests can conveniently park their vehicles on-site.

What are the rates at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel?

At Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel, you can find rates starting from $59. It's important to consider that room type and booking dates can influence the final price. For clarity on rates, please input your dates.

What types of rooms does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel offer?

The Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay offers a variety of room types including Twin Rooms with two twin beds, Double Rooms with one double bed, and Standard King Rooms with a king-size bed. All rooms are non-smoking and can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child. There is also a Double Room with Sofa Bed that can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children. Some rooms are allocated on arrival and may have a combination of double and twin beds.

What activities does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel offer?

Guests at the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can unwind and socialize at the hotel's bar, where they can enjoy a variety of drinks and relax in a comfortable setting.

Additionally, guests have the option to dine at the on-site restaurant, Restaurant #1. This restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves a range of international cuisines. Whether guests are looking for a hearty breakfast to start their day or a delicious dinner after a long day of sightseeing, Restaurant #1 provides a convenient and enjoyable dining experience.

With these leisure amenities at their disposal, guests can make the most of their time at the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay and enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Are there restaurants located within Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel?

Yes, the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay has a restaurant on site. The restaurant is labeled as Restaurant #1 and offers a variety of international cuisines. It is also family-friendly, catering to guests of all ages.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel accept credit cards and cash payments?

No, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, an IHG Hotel does not accept cash payments. The accepted payment methods at this hotel are American Express, Mastercard, and Visa.