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Novotel Cardiff Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near Cardiff Bay

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Building design
Interior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4RT
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Cardiff

At Novotel Cardiff Centre you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include access to the sauna and hot tub. The brasserie, Elements, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 2259 square feet (210 square metres) of event facilities include 11 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Near this 4-property class Cardiff City Centre hotel, you'll find Cardiff Castle.

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. David's - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso Bar - John Lewis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden Cross - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wahaca Cardiff - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brü - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Cardiff Bay
Novotel Cardiff Centre offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 2259 square feet (210 square metres) and includes a conference centre. The business-friendly Novotel Cardiff Centre also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Cardiff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 138 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2259 sq ft of conference space
  • 210 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Novotel Cardiff Centre offers 138 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured parking on site (GBP 24 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Elements

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (2,259 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • 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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 30 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Secured self-parking fee: GBP 24.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Novotel Cardiff Centre
Novotel Hotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Novotel
Hotel Accor Cardiff Centre
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Wales
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel
Novotel Cardiff Centre Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre Hotel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

As of 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Cardiff Centre on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$154.25, 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.

Is parking available at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yep, Novotel Cardiff Centre has a secured self car park for GBP 24.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Cardiff Centre?

The closest beach to Novotel Cardiff Centre is Barry Island Beach (12.3 km).

Is there a spa on site at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Novotel Cardiff Centre. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Novotel Cardiff Centre has an indoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

Novotel Cardiff Centre features a full-service spa, a health club and an indoor pool.

Does Novotel Cardiff Centre serve breakfast?

You bet, guests can't get enough of the buffet breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Cardiff Centre?

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 Novotel Cardiff Centre?

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

Novotel Cardiff Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1003 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aman

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great sized rooms for value

Birthday weekend trip, had a lovely birthday treat in the room waiting The room was nice and big Separate bath and shower is nice and mini fridge The shower leaked a bit so soaks bathroom floor which was only annoyance of the room We used the gym and pool A family allowed their young children in/out the steam room which I felt was not appropriate as letting all the steam out but no staff around to report. Reception staff were lovely and welcoming We had G&T at the bar and the bar staff were friendly and enthusiastic Overall a really nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, pool and sauna were clean and enjoyable, shower did not drain and upon arrival that the room we booked was not available so were given a different room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be useful for all reception staff to be familiar with the buses etc for people without a car. Also the map of Cardiff is really incomprehensible added to which reception needs to be able to read the map fro guests. The catering staff were very efficient and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

mark

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness
booked to stay as have positive experience of Novotels before and location was good to walk into Cardiff town for a University reunion lunch. Room had stain on curtains and in bathroom ( which looked like dried blood?) very noisy with people returning (drunk?) at 2am and 3am slamming doors in corridor - this can happen in any hotel but it flagged the lack of soundproofing of the doors i left at 7am Sunday and there was no one on reception to discuss this with finally was told on arrival that parking would be £16 and easier to pay on exit..ended up being £24 for a 18hr stay overall a frustrating and not a relaxing end to a nice day!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne-Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location within walking distance of bot the historical center and Cardiff Bay. Very spacious and well equipped room. The swimming pool is quite small and with all the kids there, it was impossible to properly swim. It would also be good if the rooms could be cleaned earlier: On the second day, when I arrived back around 4pm, the room hadn't yet been cleaned.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

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

8/10 Good

Patrik

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

2/10 Terrible

william

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

night out

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gurvinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business trips

Used this hotel several times for business trips in and around Cardiff. Very reasonable for location and facilities. Leisure facilities are good and easy on site parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Lovely stay. Clean, convenient for city centre. Fab swimming pool with lovely jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. David on reception was fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

8/10 Good

Claire

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Some areas looking a little worn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disappointing choice

Hotel could do with a paint , new carpets. Room felt a bit spartan. Location not great. Lots of external noise from unsavoury characters and police sirens.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Our room was really spacious and clean. The bed and pillows were very comfortable and the bed itself was huge. There is a restaurant/ bar attached which served nice drinks and had a nice seating area outdoors. The staff were very welcoming and checking in and out was easy. We stayed in this hotel as we were attending a concert in the Principality Stadium. It was the perfect location for this as it was only a 15 minute walk from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025