Cardiff Marriott Hotel is one of the larger full-service hotels in the Welsh capital, and it sits in the middle of the city where almost everything a visitor wants is within a short walk. The hotel is part of the Marriott group, so guests can expect consistent standards, a restaurant and bar on the ground floor, and the kind of staffing and facilities that business and leisure travellers both appreciate. It is a comfortable step up from the budget chains without reaching the price of the very top hotels, which makes it popular for weekends, conferences and match days. Cardiff is compact, and from the Marriott you can reach Cardiff Castle, the covered arcades, the shopping streets and the Principality Stadium on foot. Cardiff Central station is close too, which is handy for arrivals and for day trips by train to the valleys, Caerphilly or Bristol. Cardiff Bay is a short taxi or bus ride away, so you can combine the waterfront with a city centre base without moving hotels.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the centre of Cardiff, so you can leave the car behind. The castle, Queen Street, the Cardiff Market and the arcades are all a few minutes on foot, and the stadium is a straightforward walk for match days and concerts. Buses to the Bay and the National Museum stop nearby, and the train station is close enough to walk with luggage.
Rooms and what to ask for
Rooms are modern, with the usual comforts of a four-star chain, and higher floors tend to be quieter and offer better views over the city rooftops. If you are travelling for an event, request a room away from the street side, since match days and weekends can be noisy. Check when you book whether breakfast is included, and ask about any club or executive rooms if you want extra space.
Who it suits and what to know: it suits couples, families and groups of friends who want a reliable, central base, as well as business travellers. Prices rise sharply on international match days and big concert weekends, so book early. Parking in the city centre is limited and charged, so check the arrangements with the hotel before driving, and remember that check-in usually begins in the afternoon.
Booking tips
For the best choice of rooms, book well ahead of any international match, concert or conference weekend, and compare the room-only rate with a rate that includes breakfast, since a full cooked breakfast is a good start before a day of walking. If you are travelling with children, ask about family rooms and extra beds. Weekdays outside the main events are often noticeably cheaper, and a midweek stay is a good way to see the castle and the museums without the weekend crowds. Check when you book what the cancellation terms are.
Why stay here
- ✓City centre location
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Bar
- ✓Close to Cardiff Castle
- ✓Near Cardiff Central
- ✓Near the Principality Stadium
- ✓Family-friendly rooms
- ✓Walkable to the arcades
Good questions
Where is Cardiff Marriott Hotel?+
It is in the centre of Cardiff, a short walk from the castle, the arcades, the stadium and Cardiff Central station.
Is it good for match days?+
Yes, the stadium is within easy walking distance. Rates rise on big match and concert weekends, so book early.
Is parking available?+
Parking in central Cardiff is limited and charged. Check current arrangements with the hotel when you book.
