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 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, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

John

₩197,436

₩236,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 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.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens

₩101,366

₩121,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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.

3. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Boris

₩163,395

₩196,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 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.

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Claire

₩142,215

₩170,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 a glass table and chairs.

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

5. Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Hannah

₩140,929

₩169,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

Linda

₩161,923

₩194,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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

7. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

alan

₩90,548

₩108,658 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 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.

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

₩81,843

₩98,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

9. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Sarah

₩103,821

₩124,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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.

10. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Benjamin

₩74,133

₩88,960 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 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.

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

11. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

karen

₩128,086

₩153,704 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 modern hotel lobby with seating areas, large windows offering city views, and a central coffee table.

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

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

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Luke

₩102,879

₩123,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

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

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 0.7 km from Sophia Gardens

Michael

₩66,938

₩80,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

14. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

philip

₩101,366

₩121,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

15. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Katelyn

₩101,982

₩122,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 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.

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

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Priyanka

₩142,215

₩170,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

17. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

kayode

₩100,786

₩126,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

18. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Brian

₩107,596

₩129,115 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 hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a 'CARDIFF' sign, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

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

Andrew

₩57,491

₩68,990 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A long indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and columns, and a tiled floor.

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

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

20. Hilton Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Andrew

₩153,032

₩183,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

8/10 Good

"It was a good spot in Cardiff for a one night, after concert stay."

The Coal Exchange Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice old property. Staff lovely. Good location."

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Did not like that our room on the third floor after getting off the lift required humping bags down two albeit short flights of stairs. Liked that there were lots of towels and that they let us drop our luggage until check in and again after noon check out (very civilized) It's a great location right next to Cardiff Central station so getting here and then getting to the airport was simple"

Novotel Cardiff Centre

8/10 Good

"The family room was good, although the sofa bed is a little narrow for two teenagers. We had two nights in another budget chain prior to arriving at the Novotel, where they provide two single fold-up beds which we found to be a much better arrangement amd more comfortable for the children. The room was clean. The pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna are excellent and were very welcome. The food in the restaurant was good, only the service being a little slow let it down. We thought the hotel parking at £24 for the day was expensive, until looking at the local multi-story alternatives that were £31 a day?! There are a few spaces on the road outside that are free between 18:00-08:00 that you can take advantage of. We would definitely stay there again."

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was soundproof and very clean. Excellent customer service. Will be visiting again."

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very friendly and helpful."

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

10/10 Excellent

"Bernadette at the reception was very helpful and professional. Even the staff in the carpark as well as the male staff doing the maintenance at the lift lobby were very friendly. The bathroom was sparkling clean, no complaints at all."

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed in cardiff a few times, Staff here are above all! Very clean!! Fab Brekkie to set up the day! Many Thanks Will be back x"

The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Very nice where we were"

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 365 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 365 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. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

10. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

11. Park Plaza Cardiff

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

14. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

15. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

17. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

18. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

19. easyHotel Cardiff

20. Hilton Cardiff

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

The Coal Exchange Hotel

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

The Spires Serviced Apartments 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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