Novotel Cardiff Centre, Cardiff ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2026

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About the Hotel

Schooner Way, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 4RT

Close to the city center

Very good

7.9

7.7

/10

3.6

3.9

Loved by Novotel Cardiff Centre guests

Spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Good location
Delicious breakfast

"We loved the hotel..The pool was lovely."

Cara from United Kingdom

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"Leisure facilities were great we were there early in the morning, clean large swimming pool, spa pool and sauna with beds to relax by the pool afterwards."

welshgirl2 from United Kingdom

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"The buffet breakfast was very good."

Antonieta

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Rooms

Every room at Novotel Cardiff Centre includes a spacious layout with a modern design, equipped with a comfortable bedding arrangement. Guests can choose from various room types, including superior rooms and executive suites, accommodating both single travelers and families. For families, some rooms offer sofa beds and interconnecting room options, optimizing convenience for all ages.

Dining

The hotel presents a restaurant, The Gourmet Bar, where all-day dining showcases a diverse menu, including classic British dishes and international favorites. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet featuring continental selections daily. In addition, The Gourmet Bar serves light snacks and beverages in a social setting, making it a suitable spot to unwind.

Location

Conveniently situated near the River Taff, Novotel Cardiff Centre provides easy access to Cardiff's main attractions, including Cardiff Castle and the Principality Stadium. The hotel is well-connected, with Cardiff Central Station just a 15-minute walk away, enabling convenient travel to surrounding areas. Additionally, St. David's Shopping Centre is a short stroll away, offering various retail options.

Wellness

Novotel Cardiff Centre features a fitness center equipped with essential workout machines and free weights, catering to fitness enthusiasts. For relaxation, guests can take advantage of the indoor heated pool, perfect for unwinding after a busy day. The wellness area also offers sauna facilities for individuals seeking to destress.

Business Facilities

For business travelers, the hotel provides fully equipped meeting rooms that can accommodate various events and conferences. Each meeting area is fitted with high-quality audio-visual equipment for seamless presentations. Additionally, there are business support services available, ensuring all corporate needs are met efficiently.

Highlights

Location: Near River Taff and Cardiff Castle

Rooms: Superior rooms and executive suites

Dining: The Gourmet Bar with all-day dining

Wellness: Indoor heated pool and fitness center

Business: Fully equipped meeting rooms available

“In my opinion, this hotel's central location is a definite highlight, placing guests within easy reach of both the city center and Cardiff's diverse culinary scene. The indoor pool and available family amenities, including complimentary breakfast for children, make it well-suited for families; a detail that caught my attention. Overall, it strikes me as a practical choice for those seeking a balance of convenience and family-friendly features.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel

Location: Great

8.5/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Sports & FitnessBest Aspect

The pool, spa, and sauna were great. The gym had everything I needed for a good workout. It was the best part of my stay.

Rajesh from India

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Guest ParkingEasy Parking

There was lots of parking available, including electric chargers. I could come and go easily, which made exploring simple.

Kenji from Japan

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DiningFab Breakfast!

Breakfast was amazing. There was plenty of choice, fresh food and everything you could need. Really lovely.

Olivia from Canada

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Children's AmenitiesPanda Masks!

The kids loved the panda eye masks at check-in. The pancake smiley face at breakfast made their day!

Emily from Australia

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Select your room type

Novotel Cardiff Centre offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

2 persons

280 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Executive Room

2 persons

345 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Queen Room

2 persons

305 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Facilities

Novotel Cardiff Centre offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu
Toys
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal indoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun loungers
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At Novotel Cardiff Centre, dining takes on a delightful local flair, inviting guests to indulge in authentic fare while surrounded by a stylish ambiance. The Customs Shed brasserie features a vibrant array of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options that celebrate the heart of Welsh cuisine. The inviting bar and lounge also provide a cozy retreat for light meals and drinks, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

The Customs Shed

Local with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options

Ambiance

A warm and welcoming setting that nods to the building's industrial heritage, featuring stylish decor and a relaxed atmosphere.

Key Offerings

Specialties include an extensive menu accommodating various dietary needs, alongside a selection of local beverages to complement your meal.

Reservation

Not needed

Open daily from 11:00 to 22:00

Novotel Cardiff Centre Location

Schooner Way, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 4RT

Map view

Schooner Way, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 4RT

City landmarks

Landmark

Cardiff Castle

4800 ft

Landmark

Principality Stadium

4500 ft

Museum

National Museum Cardiff

1.5 mi

Landmark

Cardiff Bay

1.2 mi

Museum

Techniquest

1.2 mi

Park

Bute Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

Wales National Ice Rink

2200 ft

Mall

St David's Dewi Sant

2700 ft

Mall

Mermaid Quay

1.0 mi

Gallery

Craft in the Bay

3900 ft

Church

The City Parish of St John the Baptist

3100 ft

Museum

Pierhead Building

1.1 mi

Church

St David's Metropolitan Cathedral

3000 ft

Market

Cardiff Market

3900 ft

Shopping Area

Capitol Shopping Centre

3700 ft

Landmark

Ianto's Shrine

4800 ft

Landmark

Statue of Sir Gareth Edwards

2300 ft

Landmark

Water Tower

4300 ft

Museum

Museum of Cardiff

3600 ft

Art object

Animal Wall

4200 ft

Mall

High Street Arcade

3400 ft

Mall

Duke Street Arcade

3400 ft

Shopping Area

Castle Quarter Arcade

3600 ft

Landmark

Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Cardiff

2300 ft

Public Building

City Hall

4200 ft

Gallery

Third Floor Gallery

4200 ft

Landmark

Tramshed Cardiff

4600 ft

Gallery

Martin Tinney Gallery

4600 ft

Gallery

Kooywood Gallery

5200 ft

Nearby

Stadium

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff

1900 ft

Restaurants

The Customs Shed

500 ft

Cardiff Bay Hotel Schooner Way Atlantic Wharf

Kin+ilk

700 ft

Capital Quarter Tyndall Street Pontcanna

Rbg Bar & Grill

2000 ft

Mary Ann Street

The Smoke Haus

2100 ft

Mary Ann Street

Collage Restaurant & Grill

2200 ft

Bute Terrace Radisson Blu Hotel

Bill's Cardiff Central

2800 ft

27-39 Wyndham Arcade Mill Lane

Wahaca Cardiff

2600 ft

51-53 The Hayes

The Place to Eat

2500 ft

The Hayes Third Floor

TGI Fridays

2400 ft

15-17 Bridge Street Arcade

The Stable

2300 ft

Ty Admiral House Bridge Street

Explore Cardiff

Local Highlights

Cardiff Castle

18 minutes' walk

A historic castle with rich history and stunning architecture. Guided tours available.

Principality Stadium

17 minutes' walk

Home to Wales' national rugby and football teams. Tours provide a behind-the-scenes look.

National Museum Cardiff

30 minutes' walk

Features art and natural history exhibits. Free admission on certain days.

Cardiff Bay

25 minutes' walk

A beautiful waterfront area with diverse shops and the iconic Wales Millennium Centre.

Cardiff Bay Water Activities

25 minutes' walk

Enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding or boat tours. Rentals and lessons facilitated on-site.

Roath Park

40 minutes' walk

A relaxing park with gardens and a large lake for leisurely walks or picnics.

The Customs Shed

2 minutes' walk

Casual café serving locally-sourced dishes and great coffee; ideal for breakfast.

Rbg Bar & Grill

7 minutes' walk

Stylish grill with a variety of dishes, including Welsh specialties. Reservations suggested.

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff

7 minutes' walk

A major venue hosting concerts and events, featuring a vibrant atmosphere for all ages.

Mermaid Quay

20 minutes' walk

Bustling area with bars, restaurants, and theaters; great for family-friendly outings.

Getting around

City Centre

Cardiff14 min · 3700 ft

Airports

Cardiff Airport (CWL)39 min · 16.1 mi

Bristol Airport (BRS)114 min · 47.0 mi

Train

Cardiff Central Railway Station11 min · 3000 ft

Bus

Bus stop11 min · 3000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at GBP 24 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP18 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Arabic

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

138

Former name

Hotel Novotel Cardiff Centre

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Novotel Cardiff Centre from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 2072 verified reviews

7.4/10

Very good

72%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.9/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Comfort

8.2/10

Facilities

8.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.1/10

Location

8.5/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.3/10

Staff

8.5/10

Value for money

7.7/10

Pros

Comfortable bed

Clean rooms

Good cardio equipment

Cons

Broken air conditioning

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4/5

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Novotel Cardiff Centre, Cardiff

About the Hotel

Loved by Novotel Cardiff Centre guests

Rooms

Dining

Location

Wellness

Business Facilities

Highlights

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Dining Onsite

The Customs Shed

Novotel Cardiff Centre Location

Reviews and Ratings

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