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Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Principality Stadium

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Daily full breakfast (GBP 15.95 per person)
Lobby
Reception
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Explore the area

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St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 1GD
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • City view

View all photos for Deluxe Double Double Room

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff places you in the centre of Cardiff, within just a 15-minute stroll of Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, View Bar & Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Cardiff City Centre hotel include Cardiff Bay and National Museum Cardiff.

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. David's - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cardiff University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Western (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Golden Cross - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cambrian Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waterloo Tea - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Principality Stadium
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 7 meeting rooms available. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Clayton Hotel Cardiff.

This 4-star Cardiff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 216 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Built in 2011
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Clayton Hotel Cardiff offers 216 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cardiff hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • View Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Clayton Hotel Cardiff formerly Maldron Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel formerly Maldron Hotel
Clayton Cardiff formerly Maldron Cardiff
Clayton Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

Clayton Hotel Cardiff offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

As of 28 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clayton Hotel Cardiff on 1 Feb 2026 start from NZ$163.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

The closest beach to Clayton Hotel Cardiff is Barry Island Beach (11.9 km).

Does Clayton Hotel Cardiff serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors love the full breakfast here! Offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

No, Clayton Hotel Cardiff does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1016 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dharmesh, Birmingham

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Standard business hotel close to cardiff station. Quality of the hot food breakfast buffet was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovy heolful staff. Couldnt do enough for us
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aysha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ac did keep the room cool when we worked out how to work it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tandy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing that could have been better was better temperature control on 11 th floor. It was a bit hot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location for shops and station. Easy walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Was given very littl33
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dane

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bethan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Lovely comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Candice

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very polite, close to train station & shops very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Decent

Staff are lovely. The room was great and the breakfast was excellent. The only negative that everyone in our party said was the shower was atrocious. So weedy and weak. That said I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025