Novotel Cardiff Centre

Hotel with spa, near Principality Stadium

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
Property amenity
Lobby
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.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
£77
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Room options

Showing 3 of 3 rooms
Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. David's - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 16 min walk - 1.3 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

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Bar - John Lewis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brü - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Place to Eat - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Golden Cross - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cardiff Centre

At Novotel Cardiff Centre, you'll be a short five-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. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a health club and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 138 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Special check-in instructions

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

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

Children

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

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (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 and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • 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 curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • 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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 checkout 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These 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 that 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 that you 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 car charging is available.

Is an 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 social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

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

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practise 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 on-site 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. Travellers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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