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The Old Barn Inn

The Old Barn Inn
4.0 star property
24.9 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (508 reviews)
"Had everything we wanted for an excellent overnight stay."
United Kingdom
IAN
The price is CA $139
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
The Old Barn Inn

Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG
3.0 star property
13 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel and very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Tracy
The price is CA $94
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG

The Priory Hotel and Restaurant

The Priory Hotel and Restaurant
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (677 reviews)
"Great place "
United Kingdom
Jamie
The price is CA $183
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Priory Hotel and Restaurant

Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd

Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Gabalfa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Nice hotel Quiet Lots of parking"
United Kingdom
colin
The price is CA $98
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd

Celtic International Hotel Cardiff Airport

Celtic International Hotel Cardiff Airport
3.0 star property
14 km from Gabalfa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (796 reviews)
"Nice enough hotel would use again"
United Kingdom
Heidi
The price is CA $87
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Celtic International Hotel Cardiff Airport

Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort
5.0 star property
22 km from Gabalfa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,401 reviews)
"Ticks all the boxes, love it here!"
United Kingdom
Jackie
The price is CA $174
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Celtic Manor Resort

The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel

The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel
4.0 star property
22.4 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (191 reviews)
"Wow what a property! Amazing comfort style and experience. Great bed, excellent dinner and amazing breakfast. Quiet country residence, fantastic!"
Australia
Joanne
The price is CA $190
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
The Coed-Y-Mwstwr Hotel

Fox & Hounds

Fox & Hounds
4.0 star property
14.4 km from Gabalfa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (138 reviews)
"Everything was fabulous, the cleanliness, the staff the food and the clientele (including dogs🐾🐾) a lovely place to stay, very tranquil and relaxing with a welcoming atmosphere. We loved it😀👌"
United Kingdom
Wendy
The price is CA $141
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Fox & Hounds

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 4.1 km from Gabalfa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (297 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, helpful friendly staff, good size room, very clean, would definitely book again. "
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is CA $142
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Tŷ Newport

Tŷ Newport
3.0 star property
22.2 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (438 reviews)
"The room was very clean and spacious, temperature perfect. Food amazing, staff very friendly and welcoming."
United Kingdom
Georgina
The price is CA $113
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Tŷ Newport

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3.2 km from Gabalfa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,248 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in Cardiff "
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is CA $127
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
4.0 star property
30.3 km from Gabalfa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"A fantastic weekend away with all our needs met and more."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is CA $166
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
5.0 star property
Butetown, 5.1 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and really enjoyed the experience. Great spa, breakfast and room. Loved the balcony view of the bay also."
United Kingdom
Nathan
The price is CA $172
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Best Western Walton Park Hotel

Best Western Walton Park Hotel
3.0 star property
24.6 km from Gabalfa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (828 reviews)
"Wonderful Stay"
United States
Catherine Mary
The price is CA $127
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Best Western Walton Park Hotel

The Coach & Horses Hotel

The Coach & Horses Hotel
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Gabalfa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Good hotel we will stay again."
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is CA $87
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
The Coach & Horses Hotel

Gails Guest House

Gails Guest House
3.0 star property
12.9 km from Gabalfa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (191 reviews)
"Warm welcome and friendly staff, however quite a modest property even for a BnB and at this price point. Small room with very small shower. Fine breakfast but only instant freeze dried coffee, and few options if you don't want a fry up. Immediate area full of litter on streets (like most of Barry). I know this isn't their fault but it's a location point. Overall a fine place to stay but I'm surprised current reviews are quite so high -- afterall, a warm and friendly welcome should be expected...
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is CA $167
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Gails Guest House

The Bear Hotel

The Bear Hotel
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Gabalfa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322 reviews)
"Another great stay at the Bear! Rooms are lovely as is the food!"
United Kingdom
Dominic
The price is CA $163
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Bear Hotel

Best Western Premier Heronston Hotel & Spa

Best Western Premier Heronston Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
26.2 km from Gabalfa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (140 reviews)
"Clean well maintained rooms, friendly helpful staff always. Have stayed here many times always consistently good and nice restaurant with great food choices. "
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is CA $176
CA $211 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Best Western Premier Heronston Hotel & Spa

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
3.0 star property
Atlantic Wharf, 4.1 km from Gabalfa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"In great location lovely staff and really tasty breakfast "
United Kingdom
Sapphire
The price is CA $100
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel
4.0 star property
Castle Quarter, 3 km from Gabalfa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,835 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, the staff were friendly and professional. Would definitely stay again. Good location."
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is CA $161
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Parkgate Hotel
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Where to stay in Gabalfa

Find the best Gabalfa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Cardiff City Centre

Discover the bustling shopping scene in the sixth most successful UK destination, featuring Queen Street, St. Mary's Street, and the Hayes. Explore Cardiff Castle, Bute Park, and the National Museum, while enjoying dining options at Mill Lane cafe quarter.

Castle Quarter

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Castle Quarter. Make a stop by Cardiff Market or St. David's while you're exploring the area.

Risca East

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Risca East and surrounding area, you can visit Tredegar House and Sirhowy Valley Country Park.

Butetown

The ample dining options and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Cardiff Bay Water Feature might round out your trip.

Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Top Gabalfa Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Gabalfa that travellers recommend?
In Gabalfa, travellers frequently recommend the Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG, the Hilton Cardiff, and the Park Plaza Cardiff.

The 4-star Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG, with an excellent 9.4 rating, is praised for its clean and lovely rooms, as well as its friendly and helpful staff. Guests particularly enjoy the excellent breakfast and its central location, being just 0.3 km from the Capitol Shopping Centre and 0.3 km from Cardiff Castle. The hotel also offers premium bedding, designer toiletries, and 24-hour room service.

The 4.5-star Hilton Cardiff, rated 8.4, is another popular choice. Guests consistently praise its nice and clean rooms, great location near the Capitol Shopping Centre (0.5 km) and Cardiff Castle (0.2 km), and its great staff and excellent service. The hotel provides air conditioning, climate control, champagne service, and 24-hour room service.

The 4-star Park Plaza Cardiff, with an 8.8 rating, is popular for its friendly and helpful staff, spacious and clean rooms, and excellent location. It's just 0.3 km from the Capitol Shopping Centre and 0.4 km from Cardiff Castle. This hotel features a full-service spa offering facial treatments, hot stone massages, deep tissue massages, aromatherapy treatments, and manicures and pedicures, along with a steam room.
What are the best family hotels in Gabalfa?
For families looking for highly-rated accommodation in Gabalfa, consider the Hilton Cardiff, Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG, The Angel Hotel, Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG, and Park Plaza Cardiff.

The 4.5-star Hilton Cardiff, with an 8.4 rating, is a great option for families, offering amenities such as sofa beds, free cribs, toys, and pool toys. It also features a swimming pool and connecting rooms for added convenience. Its location is excellent, being just 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle and 0.4 km from the Animal Wall. Guests frequently praise the nice, clean rooms and the amazing staff.

Another excellent choice is the 3.5-star Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG, rated 8.6. This hotel provides sofa beds, free rollaway extra beds, and free cribs, along with connecting rooms and child-friendly window designs. It is very close to the Animal Wall and 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle. Guests often highlight the comfortable, clean rooms and the brilliant breakfast.

The 3-star Angel Hotel, with an 8.4 rating, is also well-suited for families. It provides free rollaway extra beds, child-friendly window designs, travel cribs, and free cribs. The hotel also offers both wired and free WiFi, along with complimentary toiletries. It's conveniently located just 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle and the Animal Wall. Many guests appreciate the friendly staff and comfortable rooms.

The 4-star Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG, rated 9.4, is highly recommended for families. It offers free cribs and suites, along with free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. The hotel is centrally located, just 0.3 km from Cardiff Castle and 0.3 km from the Capitol Shopping Centre. Guests consistently mention the clean, lovely rooms and the helpful staff.

Finally, the 4-star Park Plaza Cardiff, with an 8.8 rating, is another fantastic family-friendly hotel. It features connecting rooms, travel cribs, an indoor pool, on-site fitness classes, fitness facilities, a health club, a steam room, and pool sun loungers. The hotel is 0.4 km from Cardiff Castle and 0.3 km from the Capitol Shopping Centre. Guests often comment on the spacious, clean rooms and the helpful staff.
What are the best spa hotels in Gabalfa?
For an excellent spa hotel experience in Gabalfa, consider either the Park Plaza Cardiff or the Hilton Cardiff.

The 4-star Park Plaza Cardiff, with an 8.8 rating, offers a range of spa treatments including facial treatments, hot stone massages, deep tissue massages, and aromatherapy. Guests can also enjoy body wraps, body scrubs, and a steam room. It is conveniently located just 0.4 km from Cardiff Castle.

Another highly-rated option is the 4.5-star Hilton Cardiff, which has an 8.4 rating. This hotel provides a variety of massage options, such as deep tissue, Swedish, and sports massages, along with a steam room and dedicated treatment rooms. It is situated very close to Cardiff Castle, only 0.2 km away.
What hotels in Gabalfa offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Gabalfa that offer complimentary breakfast, the Lincoln House Hotel is an excellent choice.

The 3-star Lincoln House Hotel, with an impressive 9.2 rating, provides a fabulous free full breakfast, which guests consistently praise as delicious. This hotel also offers free self-parking and free WiFi. Its central location is great for exploring nearby attractions such as the Animal Wall, just 1.1 km away, and Cardiff Market, located 1.5 km from the hotel. Guests often highlight the comfortable and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and lovely staff.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Gabalfa?
Three top pet-friendly hotels in Gabalfa are Pontcanna Inn, Hilton Cardiff and The Angel Hotel.

The 3.5-star Pontcanna Inn, with a 9.0 rating, is a great option for those travelling with dogs. It provides food and water bowls, and guests have access to nearby parking options, including street parking and 24-hour parking facilities. It is conveniently located near the Swalec Stadium, just 0.2 km away, and the Animal Wall, which is 0.7 km away. Guests frequently comment on the clean and lovely rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and fantastic location.

Another excellent choice is the 4.5-star Hilton Cardiff, rated 8.4. This hotel offers food and water bowls for pets, and also provides family-friendly amenities such as sofa beds, free cribs, and toys for children. The hotel features a pool and connecting rooms for added convenience. It is very close to Cardiff Castle, only 0.2 km away, and the Capitol Shopping Centre, which is 0.5 km away. Customers consistently praise the nice and clean rooms, great location, and amazing staff.

The 3-star The Angel Hotel, with an 8.4 rating, also welcomes dogs. It provides both wired and free WiFi internet access, and complimentary toiletries. The hotel is exceptionally well-located, being adjacent to the Animal Wall and just 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle. Reviews highlight the friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms, and a great location.
What are the best budget hotels in Gabalfa?
For excellent budget hotels in Gabalfa, consider the Lincoln House Hotel and Parador44.

The 3-star Lincoln House Hotel, with a superb 9.2 rating, offers comfortable and clean rooms, a fabulous free full breakfast, and complimentary WiFi. Guests particularly appreciate the friendly staff and the free parking. It is conveniently located near the Animal Wall, Cardiff Market and St. David's shopping centre.

Another outstanding choice is the 3-star Parador44, which boasts a great 10.0 rating. This hotel provides beautiful rooms with premium bedding and air conditioning, along with free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. Guests frequently praise the helpful staff, excellent breakfast, and its great location, being just 0.1 km from Cardiff Market and 0.2 km from the Animal Wall.
What are the most romantic hotels in Gabalfa for couples?
For a romantic stay in Gabalfa, the Hilton Cardiff is an excellent choice for couples.

This 4.5-star hotel, with an 8.4 rating, offers a delightful experience. Couples can indulge in the on-site spa, which provides a range of treatments including deep tissue, Swedish, and sports massages. The spa also features a steam room, hot tub, and sauna, superb for relaxation together. Guests frequently praise the hotel's clean and nice rooms, as well as its superb location, being just 0.2 km from Cardiff Castle. The staff are described as amazing and the service as efficient, ensuring a smooth and pleasant stay. Additionally, the excellent and delicious breakfast is often highlighted by guests.
When is the best time to go to Gabalfa?
The best time to visit Gabalfa is typically during the late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September-October) months.

These periods offer the most pleasant weather, with milder temperatures and less rainfall than the peak summer or winter months. You'll find it comfortable for exploring the local parks and walking around the neighbourhood.

For visitors planning to spend a lot of time outdoors, perhaps enjoying a stroll through Maindy Park or along the Taff Trail, these shoulder seasons are ideal. The fewer crowds compared to the summer also mean a more relaxed experience.

Families travelling with children might find the summer holidays (July-August) suitable, despite the potential for more rain.
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