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

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

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

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Brianne

₩173,044

₩207,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

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

Joanne

₩116,842

₩140,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass railings, large windows offering city views, and a contemporary ceiling design.

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

Mike

₩159,733

₩191,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Claire

₩149,380

₩179,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

A restaurant interior with stone walls, framed pictures, a menu board, and tables set for dining.

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

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

5. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

alan

₩84,304

₩101,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

6. Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Juan

₩114,808

₩137,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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 modern building with a curved glass facade, multiple flags, and a distinctive roof structure.

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

7. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 3.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Judith

₩173,044

₩207,653 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 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

₩151,303

₩181,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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.

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Benjamin

₩68,035

₩81,642 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 living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

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

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

10. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Sarah

₩101,495

₩121,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

A room with a television on a stand, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

11. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 0.7 km from Sophia Gardens

Michael

₩61,000

₩73,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Luke

₩94,287

₩113,144 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 modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a bench along the side.

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

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

13. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Nicola

₩129,266

₩155,119 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.

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

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

David

₩103,975

₩124,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Jayne

₩93,178

₩111,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Priyanka

₩139,027

₩166,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

John

₩105,158

₩126,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

18. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Patricia

₩100,966

₩121,159 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 modern building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign for 'easyHotel'.

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

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white toilet, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

19. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Helen

₩57,681

₩69,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel entrance with a red awning, a sign for Ladbrokes, and a sign for Cafe Jazz.

A wooden interior with a staircase leading to the reception area, framed artwork on the walls, and a sign indicating the Sandringham Hotel Reception and Grosvenor Rooms.

The entrance to the OYO Sandringham Hotel with a sign for Cafe Jazz.

A hotel reception area with a red counter, a sign for the Sandringham Hotel, and a sign for the Sturt Bar & Lounge Hotel.

20. Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Monica

₩83,860

₩100,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Sophia Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 217 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,508 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,817 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 335 reviews	View
The Maltsters Arms	9.2 Wonderful 252 reviews	View

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

8/10 Good

"Easy to find hotel and good check in. Room was pretty clean although the bathroom could do with an update. The grouting and tiles on the floor around the toilet need refreshing as it smelt of urine when in the toilet cubicle. We had a twin room with two doubles and they were really comfy with great pillows. The room was really hot and hard to balance using air con as it then became too cold. I would stay here again if needed."

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Loves our room and hotel with its local touches and decor. Situated in the heart of town was perfect"

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

8/10 Good

"Large and comfortable rooms. Surely vintage but clear. Friendly Staff and good breakfast. Could have been more heating in the breakfast room. Noisy AC."

Pontcanna Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I had to leave a guest house due to a situation with another man in the next room Drunk and quite aggressive after the first night and booked this room at 2 am! When I turned up early to see if I could leave my bag the young man in the reception desk was so lovely upgraded me when he heard what had happened and I was able to check in early. The room was amazing for the price and the breakfast included is exceptional value. My daughter who lives in Cardiff joined me at breakfast and they gifted her my coked breakfast and a free coffee. I will be going back to this lovely place next time I go to visit Cardiff"

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable, clean, very central and excellent parking facilities. Highly recommend."

Park Plaza Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Would recommend, very nice hotel"

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff , lovely room , good breakfast wasn’t there for long but was great"

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well organised room and the staff are lovely. Really convenient for rail station."

easyHotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"The room is as advertized, small with few amenities. It was all I needed for an overnight stay. I was not spending any time in my room. It was very clean and safe."

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

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 tower, surrounded by a grassy hill 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 376 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 Park Plaza Cardiff.

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

Expedia has 376 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. The Maltsters Arms

6. Lincoln House Hotel

7. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

8. Pontcanna Inn

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

11. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

13. Park Plaza Cardiff

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

18. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

19. easyHotel Cardiff

20. Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

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Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Pontcanna Inn

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

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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