Novotel Cardiff Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with spa, near Principality Stadium

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Relax with a drink at the bar, surrounded by exposed brick walls and wooden beams.
Enjoy a romantic evening on the patio with a champagne toast.
Experience the charm of The Customs Sheed, where a high ceiling and skylight create a bright atmosphere.
Relax in a stylish space with a leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and brick accent wall, surrounded by lush greenery and large windows offering a view of the area.
NOVOTEL's modern exterior features a striking entrance with a prominent sign and large glass windows.
In the heart of Cardiff, Novotel Cardiff Centre offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind at the on-site spa, recharge with breakfast at Elements restaurant or enjoy an invigorating dip in the indoor pool. With free WiFi and amenities like a coffee shop and bar, this hotel is sure to delight previous guests who rave about its helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
$79 nightly
The total price is $95
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4RT

What's nearby

  • Cardiff International Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. David's - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 78 min drive
  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Cardiff Central Station - 14 min walk
  • Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) - 14 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Bru Coffee & Gelato - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪YO! Sushi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Place to Eat in John Lewis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Bar - John Lewis - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cardiff Centre

At Novotel Cardiff Centre, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Castle. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Elements, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Malay, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 138 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (GBP 24.00 per night)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (2259 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Elements - This brasserie serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of GBP 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs GBP 24.00 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

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.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard
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.

National rating

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

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

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Novotel Cardiff Centre 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.

Is there a pool at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 24.00 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is GBP 30 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Novotel Cardiff Centre and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Novotel Cardiff Centre also has a health club and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Elements.

What's the area around Novotel Cardiff Centre like?

Novotel Cardiff Centre is a short 16-minute walk from Principality Stadium and 20 minutes' walk from Cardiff Bay. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Novotel Cardiff Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Children
Lobby
Restaurant
Bathroom
Parking
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • The pool was a highlight of the stay, with many guests praising its cleanliness and enjoyable experience. (39 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good quality, and plentiful with friendly and attentive staff. (38 reviews)
  • The gym facilities were well-stocked, clean, and plentiful with towels available. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

We were in Cardiff for a concert. It is a fun event city. We likened the downtown atmosphere to the Fremont Street of the U.K. The city center has the train station, shopping, dining and nightlife, all within walking or Uber distance of Novotel. This historic hotel has a great aesthetic, fantastic food, friendly staff and nice, clean rooms. Would definitely stay here again!
Deanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was very nice and located very close to castle and city centre. Room was big enough. The area around the hotel wasn't very nice and I didn’t felt 100% safe when walking around. Parking is also very expensive, we decided to leave the car somewhere else. Parking should be cheaper for guests.
Julieta Yanina, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

Generally a good stay. BUT - BE WARNED!! the hotel car park is quoted as having "Parking Available". What is NOT mentioned is the fact that on checking out and leaving the car park, a fee of £24.00 is charged just for an overnight stay in THEIR car park. Daylight robbery!!!
Timothy, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

The location was good, the property had some nice amenities, but the room was old and gross -- stained carpet and -- really gross -- what appeared to be blood stains on the sheets of the pull out sofa.
michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel was lovely, we were able to store our bags before check in. Spa facilties were amazing, shampoo and body wash supplied in changing room and hotel rooms. Room very spacious. We didnt have sheets on one bed but this was quickly rectified.
Louise, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

They committed to give the view room but when we reached there. They said they don't have the view room available. So what's the point for reservation we didn't get what we asked for The rest is everything is fine specially swimming pool facility, restaurant and breakfast was awesome.
yobid, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay for matches at principality stadium
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great option for the town centre and stadium.
Kris, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were excellent made our stay very comfortable they couldn't do enough
Victoria, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice location, high accessibility. So close to the Cardiff bay
TSZ KIT, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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JEMMA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were great and helpful
Helen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was fine for what we needed but the rooms (carpets in particular) could use an upgrade (lots of stains)
Briony, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean , good location , very friendly staff
L, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place
Daniel, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

We had a great stay, room and staff were lovely.
Anthony, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Average

Staff was very friendly. The rooms need to be updated
gina, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great spa and friendly staff
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel was close to downtown and was easy to get to. It was clean and comfortable, and had lots of dining options.
Gillian, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Bed was very comfortable, hotel was quiet and very clean.
Amy, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Was given the incorrect room. Purchased a room with a queen size bed and sofa. Was given a disabled twin room as it was all that was left. Asked reception and there was nothing they could do.
Luke, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good quality hotel, room warm and comfortable. Lovely breakfast and very friendly and helpful breakfast staff.
Andy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Second stay here. Good hotel with decent breakfast and pool
Hiren, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Decent hotel, with good breakfast. Pool and sauna were good but busy. Only downside is the rooms are not as modern as the common areas.
Tyler, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice hotel

The hotel as nice and clean but furnitures are little bit old. Pool was great, we had great time. Hotel stuffs are kind, friendly and helpfull. We are happy and would stay again.
Fuat, 3-night trip