The 10 Best Hotels Near Mermaid Quay, Cardiff from CA $66

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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden tables, and a wine rack.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two nightstands with lamps, and a small wooden table in front of the bed.

A walk-in shower with a glass door, tiled walls, and a patterned floor.

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 2.1 km from Mermaid Quay

Brianne

CA $215

CA $258 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

A conference room with a round table, six chairs, and a large window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and wall art.

The entrance of Hotel Indigo with a check-in counter, seating area, and potted plants.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay

Joanne

CA $118

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dark countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of a balcony with curtains.

A balcony with a view of a lake and trees, a white wall with shelves holding decorative items, and a door leading to another room.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and wall art.

3. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Mermaid Quay

Claire

CA $158

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a large chandelier.

A historic building with large arched windows, a grand entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and a cozy seating area with leather chairs and tables set for dining.

4. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 2 km from Mermaid Quay

Mike

CA $194

CA $233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear blue tiles, a seating area with chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A woman walking on a treadmill in a gym with large windows overlooking a body of water.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and a decorative plant.

5. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 0.3 km from Mermaid Quay

Judith

CA $176

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a patterned floor.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a mirror above the sink.

6. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 2.7 km from Mermaid Quay

Sarah

CA $108

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench by the window, and a patterned wall.

A restaurant interior with a patterned wallpaper, a tufted leather booth, and pendant lighting.

A compact kitchenette with a built-in refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a kettle on a shelf.

7. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 3 km from Mermaid Quay

David

CA $121

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern dining area with blue seating and yellow chairs, large windows offering views of historic architecture.

A bar area with a wooden counter labeled "FOUR POINTS FLEX" by Sheraton, a selection of liquor bottles, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern building with a flat facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

A bar area with a coffee machine, shelves of bottles, and a refrigerator.

8. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.6 km from Mermaid Quay

Maddy

CA $72

CA $87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

A modern bar area with a glass railing, bar counter, and various bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel with a prominent "Clayton Hotel" sign, surrounded by urban infrastructure and street lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, large windows offering city views, and a central coffee table.

9. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.6 km from Mermaid Quay

Luke

CA $100

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

A bar area with a polished reflective surface, a bartender preparing a drink, and a variety of bottles in the background.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a bench along the side.

A lobby with a Christmas tree, seating areas, and decorative lights.

10. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 2.3 km from Mermaid Quay

Nicola

CA $137

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves with bottles, and seating with cushions.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, a potted plant, and a clear view of the sky.

11. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 0.7 km from Mermaid Quay

David

CA $90

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with a wooden counter, red bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are blue chairs and tables arranged for seating.

A gym with multiple cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and a large mural on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

A bar area with a central bar, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

12. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.7 km from Mermaid Quay

OLIVIA

CA $147

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a bar in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

13. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 2.4 km from Mermaid Quay

Jayne

CA $105

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bar area with stools, tables, and a checkered floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A conference room with rows of white chairs, a red carpet, and a chandelier.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, wooden cabinets, and a patterned floor.

14. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay

John

CA $111

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bathtub with two glasses of champagne and a bottle of champagne.

15. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 0.3 km from Mermaid Quay

Caroline

CA $84

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a 'CARDIFF' sign, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

A waiting area with four chairs and two tables, a door, and a poster on the wall.

A modern building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign for 'easyHotel'.

16. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 2.2 km from Mermaid Quay

Helen

CA $55

CA $66 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with patterned cushions, a green armchair, and pendant lighting.

A modern bar area with seating and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs. There are hanging lights and a plant on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone patterned floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa.

17. Hilton Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 2.4 km from Mermaid Quay

Andrew

CA $159

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a corner location.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a modern building, and a bridge reflecting in calm waters.

A cozy cafe with floral wallpaper, round tables, and comfortable seating.

18. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.9 km from Mermaid Quay

Patricia

CA $92

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A library with leather armchairs, a fireplace, bookshelves, and a framed painting.

A well-maintained garden with various colorful flowers and plants, a stone wall, and a blue door.

A stone building with a sign reading "TANES HOTEL".

A hotel room with a striped armchair, a leather armchair, a small table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

19. Tanes Hotel

Adamsdown, 3 km from Mermaid Quay

"Welcomed by a lovely, helpful lady, unfortunately I didn’t get her name. She took us next door and showed us where our room was, we had a twin room on the top floor, it was immaculately clean, very comfortable beds and bathroom very clean with toiletries supplied. Small private car park to rear of hotel, which is locked 10pm-7am. Bus stop directly outside into the town, or a 10 min walk. Would definitely stay again when in Cardiff."

Caroline

CA $78

CA $93 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a yellow umbrella, and a brick building in the background.

A modern lounge area with a curved sofa, round ottomans, and a bar in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A library interior with ornate woodwork, bookshelves, and a fireplace.

20. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 0.9 km from Mermaid Quay

Tabra

CA $88

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Mermaid Quay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,504 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 336 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,812 reviews	View
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Mermaid Quay Hotel Reviews

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Small room but very modern facilities including a very nice shower."

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great for a one night stay."

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

8/10 Good

"good"

Hilton Cardiff

8/10 Good

"The lift was broken so it was a nightmare waiting or using the stairs! Clean, tidy and everything needed - the gym was also great. Would prefer a bottle of water in the room rather than water in the lobby but small feedback"

The Coal Exchange Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very good I need 25 characters"

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing views from my room. Very clean room and other general areas. Staff friendly And welcoming. Nice restaurant on site."

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

8/10 Good

"Good hotel with car park for business trips."

Quayside by Urban Space

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Other attractions near Mermaid Quay

A waterfront promenade with a large Ferris wheel, a historic clock tower, and modern buildings.

Cardiff Bay Waterfront

9.2/10 (29 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cardiff with a stop at Cardiff Bay Waterfront. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its local tours.

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A metal framework with triangular supports and transparent panels against a clear blue sky.

Techniquest

8.2/10 (24 reviews)

Want to find a way of keeping the kids entertained for hours, at the same time as perhaps learning something yourself? Want to find it in the heart of Cardiff Bay, just five minutes’ walk from the train station? If the answer is yes, head for Techniquest interactive science discovery centre on Stuart Street in Cardiff.

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A modern building with large letters spelling "HORIZONS" and "ALIVE".

Wales Millennium Centre

9.0/10 (631 reviews)

Book your tickets for theater, opera, dance and comedy shows and go on a backstage tour at this prestigious arts venue.

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La Mostra Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at La Mostra Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Roald Dahl Plass

You can find out about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Roald Dahl Plass. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene, or seek out its local tours.

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Pierhead

You can browse the exhibits at Pierhead, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

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Cardiff Bay Water Feature

Find out about the history of Cardiff when you spend time at Cardiff Bay Water Feature. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

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Coal Exchange building

Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Coal Exchange building. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mermaid Quay?

Mermaid Quay is located in a welcoming area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 119 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Mermaid Quay?

Adjacent to Mermaid Quay, The Coal Exchange Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options close by include Future Inns Cardiff Bay and voco St David's Cardiff by IHG.

How many hotels will I find near Mermaid Quay?

Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Mermaid Quay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mermaid Quay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Mermaid Quay.

What can I see and do near Mermaid Quay?

Study the collections at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History, or Techniquest. Coal Exchange building, Cardiff Castle, and New Theatre are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

How can I get to Mermaid Quay?

If you're taking a train to the area, Cardiff Bay Station is the closest stop to Butetown. There might not be many public transit choices close to Mermaid Quay so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Mermaid Quay hotels

1. Parador44

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

3. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

4. The Parkgate Hotel

5. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

6. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

7. Pontcanna Inn

8. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

9. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

10. Park Plaza Cardiff

11. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

12. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

13. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

14. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

15. The Coal Exchange Hotel

16. easyHotel Cardiff

17. Hilton Cardiff

18. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

19. Tanes Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Mermaid Quay

Top Mermaid Quay Hotel Reviews

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Hilton Cardiff

The Coal Exchange Hotel

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Quayside by Urban Space

Other attractions near Mermaid Quay

Cardiff Bay Waterfront

Techniquest

Wales Millennium Centre

La Mostra Gallery

Roald Dahl Plass

Pierhead

Cardiff Bay Water Feature

Coal Exchange building

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