The Best Hotels Closest to Sophia Gardens in Cardiff for 2026

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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

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

A kitchen with blue cabinets, a coffee machine, and various bottles and jars on shelves.

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

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

James

₩197,321

₩236,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

A bathroom with a mirror, a table with a lamp, a bottle, and a glass of water.

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

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens

₩107,355

₩128,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

3. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Boris

₩163,300

₩195,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

A modern kitchen with a large sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Claire

₩142,131

₩170,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

A traditional room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and a chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

5. Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Hannah

₩140,847

₩169,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

A modern lounge area with seating, a coffee table, and a decorative plant.

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.

6. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 3.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Elizabeth

₩163,300

₩195,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a poster advertising the hotel.

A plate of breakfast with eggs, sausages, beans, tomatoes, and toast, accompanied by a cup of coffee and a glass of orange juice.

A white building with a tiled roof and a sign reading "Maltsters."

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a mirror.

7. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

alan

₩86,186

₩103,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a green artificial turf path, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

8. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

David

₩109,033

₩130,840 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 modern building with a flat facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

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 lounge area with a round table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Benjamin

₩69,554

₩83,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

A brick building with arched windows and a prominent entrance labeled "HOTEL 10".

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

10. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Sarah

₩103,761

₩124,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A restaurant with a high ceiling, green and white striped windows, and a view of a building with a pointed roof.

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.

11. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Luke

₩102,819

₩123,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

12. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

karen

₩127,979

₩153,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A Victorian-style building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a stone facade.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and two floating shelves with decorative items.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A small room with a bed, a table, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 0.7 km from Sophia Gardens

Michael

₩66,899

₩80,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, purple sofas, a wooden floor, and a patterned wall.

14. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Katelyn

₩103,220

₩123,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A beach with a sandy shore, a stone wall, and a few people walking.

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

philip

₩101,306

₩121,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 hotel room with a bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a TV, and a city view.

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

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

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Priyanka

₩142,131

₩170,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A living room with a fireplace, a red armchair, a brown leather armchair, a white sofa, and a wooden chest.

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

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

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Brian

₩107,506

₩129,007 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 modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, multiple cushions, a small wooden table, and potted plants.

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

18. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Kevin

₩100,702

₩126,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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'.

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

19. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Andrew

₩57,457

₩68,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

A breakfast buffet area with coffee options, a sign for 'Express Start Breakfast', and a 'Wake Cup' sign offering fairtrade coffee.

20. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Tabra

₩87,698

₩105,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Sophia Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 214 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,519 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,808 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 331 reviews	View
Lincoln House Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 714 reviews	View

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

8/10 Good

"Mostly great, however with a couple of very big caveats! ...... Room was lovely, parking convenient, food good, bathroom very nice and staff helpful. the caveats? When we checked in, the car park booking had not been communicated to the car pack. We were also allocated a room with a double bed (we booked a king), and more alarmingly when we went to the room we were allocated, there was someone already checked in there - their luggage was in the room, although fortunately they were not there. This is a big security no-no! This should not happen! They said "oh sorry, we will give you another room", but this is bad. What if there was a single woman on her own in the room?"

The Coal Exchange Hotel

8/10 Good

"Easy to book. Easy parking. Room was lovely. Property is a little dark on the inside, due to the amount of dark wood used, but understand the reason as the history of the building. Great access to Cardiff bay. Lovely breakfast. Would definitely consider booking here again."

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"One of the best hotels I stayed in to be fair😎👌"

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel in city centre, very clean and breakfast was good. Air con was slightly loud but not too much of a problem."

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

8/10 Good

"This was a last minute booking. I was expecting a budget experience but this hotel exceeded expectations. Staff were very helpful, room was spacious and very comfortable. Very good value for a one night stay in the bay. I will return and recommend"

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Staff. Ok, this isn’t isolated to Leonardo in Cardiff but seems to be an issue everywhere in the UK. Unless you ask the right questions, you will not receive the information you NEED. For example, I pulled into the hotel parking area that is controlled by an arm and monitored by check in staff at the front desk. I paid £25 for an outdoor parking space. On check out, not one staffer said, “oh, by the way, this is the code to leave the parking area”. So when I got in my car, I arrived at the exit, the control arm didn’t raise. There wasn’t a communication device to call the hotel. I had to leave my vehicle and walk the 200meters to the front desk only to be told that I would need a code to leave. I ask, “why didn’t I get a code on check in?” The clerk says, “it would have been written in your room key sleeve”. I say, “it wasn’t, but should have been. You have a CCTV monitor there, maybe it would be a good idea to find out why your guest is sitting there wanting to leave.” “Oh sorry about that.” It’s not a big deal but……. The small important details that make the experience decent or amazing. Today, the staff were decent but failed to provide a good experience. Breakfast: terrible! Just terrible. Others may not see it the same way but I think I’m being reasonable. The scrambled eggs had flour or other additives rather than simply eggs and cream or eggs and milk. Not egg like substance or powdered eggs. The sausage was tasteless and the bacon a bit harsh. It just wasn’t edib"

easyHotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"It's a 1 star hotel. So keep your expectations appropriate. The rooms are tiny but the beds are comfortable, shower is fine, air conditioning does well in 30+ degree heat, staff are friendly and helpful. And it's half the price of most other hotels in the area."

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous location"

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

A historic castle with multiple towers and a spire, surrounded by lush greenery.

Bute Park

9.4/10 (131 reviews)

Take a calming stroll through Cardiff’s Bute Park. Follow the trails, explore the remains of a medieval friary and admire the horticulture and wildlife.

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A historic stone castle with a flag, surrounded by grassy hills and trees.

Cardiff Castle

9.2/10 (1,347 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

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Caerphilly Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Caerphilly Mountain during your travels in Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices, or seek out its local tours.

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Swalec Stadium

Home to Glamorgan County Cricket Club (Glamorgan CCC), one of Wales’ oldest and most successful clubs, the impressive SWALEC Stadium opened to great fanfare in 2008, with state-of-the-art facilities and seating capacity for up to 16,000 spectators. As well as county cricket, international test matches have been hosted at this fantastic venue since the 1990s, and major music and corporate events are also held here. Situated in the scenic Sophia Gardens Public Park in central Cardiff on the west bank of the River Taff, the stadium is just down the road from the Millennium Stadium and is easily accessed by bus, train or road.

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Blackfriars Priory

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Blackfriars Priory. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

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Gorsedd Stones

You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Gorsedd Stones. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Animal Wall

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Animal Wall. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.

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Welch Regiment Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Welch Regiment Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sophia Gardens?

Sophia Gardens is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 367 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sophia Gardens?

The Angel Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sophia Gardens. Other good options close by include The Parkgate Hotel and Clayton Hotel Cardiff.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Sophia Gardens?

Expedia has 367 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sophia Gardens.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Sophia Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sophia Gardens?

To access more information about updating your stay near Sophia Gardens or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Sophia Gardens?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History, or Castell Coch. Cardiff Castle, New Theatre, and Coal Exchange building are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

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Our top choices for Sophia Gardens hotels

1. Parador44

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

3. The Parkgate Hotel

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

5. Lincoln House Hotel

6. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

7. The Maltsters Arms

8. Pontcanna Inn

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

11. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

12. Park Plaza Cardiff

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

14. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

18. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

19. easyHotel Cardiff

20. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

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Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

The Coal Exchange Hotel

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

Bute Park

Cardiff Castle

Caerphilly Mountain

Swalec Stadium

Blackfriars Priory

Gorsedd Stones

Animal Wall

Welch Regiment Museum

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