Park Plaza Cardiff stands on Greyfriars Road in the city centre, a minute from the New Theatre and four minutes' walk from Cardiff Castle, with Bute Park five minutes away and St David's about six. Its 129 rooms are complemented by an indoor pool with sun loungers, a spa offering aromatherapy, body treatments and massage, a gym with fitness classes and a steam room, plus the Laguna Kitchen and Bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Location and getting around
Cardiff Queen Street station is about six minutes on foot, the Utilita Arena about twelve, and the Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay are within a mile or so, so almost everything is walkable. The airport is about a 39 minute drive. The hotel does not offer parking, so arrive by train or use a public car park, and ask the front desk for a recommendation before you drive. The central location makes it a good base for the castle, the museum and the shopping streets.
Rooms and what to ask for
The rooms include Superior rooms with twin beds or a queen bed, Superior king rooms with a tree-line view over the garden side, and Executive king rooms that sleep three. Ask for the garden-view king room if you want a calmer outlook, and for an Executive room if you need space for a child. Free WiFi is offered in public areas, and the hotel has a lobby fireplace, a terrace, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk.
Who it suits and what to know: couples and small families who like a pool and spa after sightseeing will be happy here, and business visitors will find a bar and meeting space. Breakfast is a buffet with a surcharge, so compare rates with and without it. Check-in is from 3 in the afternoon and check-out is at noon, only service animals are allowed, free cancellation applies to selected room rates, and the premises are smoke-free.
Because it sits in the middle of the city, ask for a room away from the street if you are a light sleeper.
Why stay here
- ✓Four minutes from Cardiff Castle
- ✓Indoor pool with sun loungers
- ✓Spa with massage treatments
- ✓Gym, classes and steam room
- ✓Laguna Kitchen and Bar
- ✓Terrace and lobby fireplace
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Free WiFi in public areas
Good questions
How far is Park Plaza from Cardiff Castle?+
It is about a four minute walk, and Bute Park is five minutes away. Cardiff Queen Street station is about six minutes on foot.
Does Park Plaza Cardiff have parking?+
The hotel does not offer parking, so use a public car park or arrive by train. Ask the hotel for current recommendations.
Is breakfast included at Park Plaza Cardiff?+
A buffet breakfast is available with a surcharge and is not automatically included. Check your rate when you reserve.
