The Best Hotels Closest to Cardiff University in Cardiff for 2026

Our top choices for Cardiff University hotels

Parador44

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Cardiff University

Raymond

₩259,056 total

includes taxes & fees

May 4 - May 5

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Cardiff University

Chris

₩208,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Cardiff University

Joseph

₩242,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Crofts Hotel

Roath, 1.2 km from Cardiff University

Tobias

₩153,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 22 - Apr 23

Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 1.1 km from Cardiff University

Cefyn

₩190,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.4 km from Cardiff University

Olivia

₩202,246 total

includes taxes & fees

May 18 - May 19

Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 0.9 km from Cardiff University

Andrew

₩151,914 total

includes taxes & fees

May 10 - May 11

Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 0.9 km from Cardiff University

izzy

₩184,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Cardiff University

Lacey

₩162,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.5 km from Cardiff University

Julie

₩180,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Cardiff University

Reuben

₩170,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 1.2 km from Cardiff University

Kila

₩124,294 total

includes taxes & fees

May 4 - May 5

Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 13.95 per person)

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.6 km from Cardiff University

Melissa

₩118,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

The Angel Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Cardiff University

Lauren

₩114,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.6 km from Cardiff University

David

₩119,845 total

includes taxes & fees

May 10 - May 11

Hilton Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 0.8 km from Cardiff University

David

₩193,435 total

includes taxes & fees

May 17 - May 18

Family Triple Room | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.3 km from Cardiff University

WEI-CHENG

₩74,091 total

includes taxes & fees

May 14 - May 15

Daily full breakfast (GBP 15.95 per person)

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.6 km from Cardiff University

Stephanie

₩174,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

ZIP by Premier Inn Cardiff

Penylan, 2.9 km from Cardiff University

Maximilian

₩58,070 total

includes taxes & fees

May 17 - May 18

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.9 km from Cardiff University

Debbie

₩148,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 23 - Apr 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Cardiff University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 180 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,601 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,770 reviews	View
Crofts Hotel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 238 reviews	View
Lincoln House Hotel	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 690 reviews	View

Top Cardiff University Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel possibly the best in Cardiff. Great food, cocktail bar, great rooms what's not to love about this hotel. We'll be back."

Park Plaza Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was nice, nothing special. Choices of bread Cereal and a few pastries, cold meats and cheese. The hotel spa was clean, and not too busy with about 7 loungers and a few chairs. The spa isn’t quite as glamorous as the pictures suggest. The hotel staff were very friendly and very helpful especially the staff on breakfast All in all a very pleasant stay and would stay again "

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

4/10 Poor

"I can not recommend this Hotel.We had a free breakfast through Hotel.Com the Hotel would not honour this. They said the reason was it did not show on their check in information. I had printed documentation saying we were to get a free breakfast and a representative from Hotel.com phoned to verify this and staff still refused us the free breakfast.We were also locked out of our room twice due to a faulty lock. The floors in our room were very sticky. When we walked around room our shoes would make a sticky sound. I can not recommend this hotel on the basis the staff would not even try to resolve our issues after they told us we had to contact Hotel.Com and they would have to speak to them personally which they did and still refused to honour the free breakfast.We only chose this Hotel because of Hotel.Com"

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National Museum Cardiff

4.6/5 (61 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at National Museum Cardiff, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices, or seek out its local tours.

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Cardiff City Hall

4.3/5 (4 reviews)

A wonderful place to learn about the history and architecture of the Welsh capital, Cardiff City Hall has been the centre of local government since 1906. Its distinctive 59 metre clock tower surmounted by a Welsh dragon towers over Cathay’s Park, evoking the prosperity and confidence of the Edwardian era like few other structures. Now considered one of the finest civic centres in Europe, City Hall is set amongst a number of other notable buildings, including the Temple of Peace and the National Museum and Gallery of Wales.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cardiff University?

Cardiff University is located in a welcoming area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 442 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Cardiff University?

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 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cardiff University. Other good choices close by include The Parkgate Hotel and Park Plaza Cardiff.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Cardiff University?

Expedia has 442 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cardiff University.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Cardiff University.

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

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Cardiff University, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Cardiff University?

Study the collections at National Museum Cardiff, Techniquest, or St. Fagans National Museum of History. New Theatre, Cardiff Castle, and Insole Court are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

How can I get to Cardiff University?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Cathays Station. There might not be many public transportation choices near Cardiff University so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for Cardiff University hotels

Parador44

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

The Parkgate Hotel

Crofts Hotel

Lincoln House Hotel

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Pontcanna Inn

Park Plaza Cardiff

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

The Angel Hotel

The Maltsters Arms

Hilton Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

ZIP by Premier Inn Cardiff

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

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Top Cardiff University Hotel Reviews

The Parkgate Hotel

Hotels near other Cardiff University attractions

National Museum Cardiff

Cardiff City Hall

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