Nestled near Cardiff International Arena and Cardiff Castle, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay offers a warm welcome with breakfast, a cozy bar, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Connect to in-room WiFi or simply unwind on the hotel's charming terrace.
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 39 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 91 min drive
Cardiff Bay Station - 8 min walk
Cardiff Central Station - 17 min walk
Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Coffee Mania - 11 min walk
The Customs Shed - 7 min walk
Quantum Coffee Roasters - 12 min walk
Volcano Japanese - 9 min walk
Five Guys - 8 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Castle. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
87 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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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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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site self-parking (GBP 10.00 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Business centre
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Roll-in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Parking
Self-parking costs GBP 10.00 per day
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
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.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG 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.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 10.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG is a short 8-minute walk from Cardiff Bay Station and 19 minutes' walk from Cardiff Bay.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG Reviews
8.4
Very good
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was excellent, tasty, and provided a great start to the day with a good selection. (62 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Friendly, helpful staff. Great location to get into city centre. Good breakfast.
Emily-Ann
Emily-Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Mar 2026
Excellent hotel very very pleasant and helpful staff. Excellent location for Cardiff Bay
neil
neil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 Apr 2026
Parking was excellent plenty of spaces. Room was clean and functional though i found the bed very hard. Receptionist was a joy, very pleasant and helpful. Excellent role model. Barman was slow. Breakfast was fine, no complaints and the restaurant staff was very polite and professional. Overall a good stay. I will definitely stay here again.
Shaun
Shaun, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Apr 2026
The room was clean and well-maintained, and the staff were excellent—friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our stay. The breakfast buffet was a highlight, with a great selection; my children especially loved it.
Parking can be a bit challenging if you arrive late. There is free street parking available overnight, but charges apply after 8:00 am, so it’s worth planning ahead.
riaz
riaz, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Feb 2026
Very clean room, courteous staff
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2026
Hotel was lovely, staff very friendly and welcoming. Evening meal tasty, breakfast good quality and plentiful. Ideal location to city centre. parking available.
waterfront room provided a lovely view. Would recommend.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Feb 2026
Nice place, amazing staff. We had a good experience.
Cleyson
Cleyson, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Mar 2026
The room was clean staff friendly and helpful
Easy to park
Breakfast ok not much choice for veggies
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Mar 2026
Good breakfast selection well-cooked. Friendly staff although possibly not enough for a busy hotel. Bed quite firm. Shower was ok but water pressure was variable
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Great place friendly and clean
Darryl
Darryl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 Jan 2026
Friendly helpful staff, quick check in, spacious clean room and great breakfast. Will book again
FIONA
FIONA, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Dec 2025
Room was quiet and beds were comfortable.
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 Jan 2026
Room was clean and well equipped. Staff friendly and helpful.
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2025
Great service, lovely friendly staff. Clean rooms and great breakfast.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Dec 2025
Check in was quick and efficient and the room was clean albeit cold due to a draught from the window.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Very clean. Friendly staff.
Deana
Deana, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 Nov 2025
Quiet area
Helpfull staff
Clean room
Gwyn
Gwyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
great room
Stuart
Stuart, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Oct 2025
Nice staff and clean room.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
16 Sept 2025
Nice staff, great parking and location to Cardiff Bay. Nice rooms and nice beds.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
2 Nov 2025
Spotless room staff very helpful and friendly
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2025
Room spotless. Front desk and breakfast staff friendly and helpful,
Duncan
Duncan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Jan 2026
The staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room a reasonable size. There was an iron, ironing board and hairdryer. The shower was a good size and worked well. The breakfast was ok, a usual fry up, croissants, cereals, fruit juices and tea and coffee.
Nina
Nina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
4 Apr 2026
The breakfast plates were dirty. Saw this on another review also, so think they should look into it. The location is between the city center and the Bay. Can walk to either. It is a revitalizing area. They are building a stadium nearby, but there are also industrial areas nearby. Overall, good location. The parking is not guaranteed, and if you go out with your car at night, might not be a place to park when return. Breakfast has variety. Welsh breakfast, not special, but can do worse. Overall, the value is good. It is a nice, newer building in a good location with parking that is price economically.