The Best Hotels Closest to Sophia Gardens in Cardiff for 2026

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Our top choices for Sophia Gardens hotels

A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

1. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Angela

NT$5,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens

Joanne

NT$2,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel with a unique curved roof, located near a body of water with a marina in the background.

3. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 3.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Lone

NT$4,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

4. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Anthony

NT$3,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

5. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Nell

NT$3,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

6. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Jayne

NT$2,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A bakery counter with various baked goods like bread rolls, Danish pastries, croissants, and pancakes.

7. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Simon

NT$3,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A bar area with a wooden counter, red bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are blue chairs and tables arranged for seating.

8. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Lauren

NT$4,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar area with stools, tables, and a checkered floor.

9. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

John

NT$3,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

10. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 2.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Ming

NT$2,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a corner location.

11. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Patricia

NT$3,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

12. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Helen

NT$1,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with patterned cushions, a green armchair, and pendant lighting.

13. Hilton Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Andrew

NT$4,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A multi-story Holiday Inn Express hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a flat roof.

14. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Susan

NT$2,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An Italian restaurant with outdoor seating, a menu board, and a signboard with contact information.

15. Elgano Guest House

Pontcanna, 0.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Alex

NT$3,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A library with leather armchairs, a fireplace, bookshelves, and a framed painting.

16. Tanes Hotel

Adamsdown, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Kenneth

NT$2,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a bar area, a staircase, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

17. Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.4 km from Sophia Gardens

Wilson

NT$7,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by large windows.

18. Novotel Cardiff Centre

Atlantic Wharf, 1.9 km from Sophia Gardens

Karlien

NT$3,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a dining area with a round wooden table and white chairs, and a clock on the wall.

19. Richmond Apartment 5

Roath, 1.4 km from Sophia Gardens

NT$22,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A dining table with a plate of food, two glasses of wine, and cutlery.

20. Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

jason

NT$2,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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The Parkgate Hotel 4.0 star property Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens View	Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG 4.0 star property Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens View	voco St David's Cardiff by IHG 5.0 star property Butetown, 3.1 km from Sophia Gardens View	Clayton Hotel Cardiff 4.0 star property Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens View	Park Plaza Cardiff 4.0 star property Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens View
9.4 Exceptional 1,819 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 1,495 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews
The price is NT$4,729 NT$5,675 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30	The price is NT$2,437 NT$2,925 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16	The price is NT$3,892 NT$4,671 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9	The price is NT$2,619 NT$3,143 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16	The price is NT$3,110 NT$3,732 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23
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Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Park Plaza Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room, very clean. Swimming pool is great"

Novotel Cardiff Centre

8/10 Good

"The Hotel is well located and easy to reach by car and an easy walk into city centre. The car park is a bonus, but very expensive! Our room was fairly sizeable for a group of 3. But the amount of tea and coffee provided needs to be improved. The bathroom, although fairly clean, was dated and in poor repair in some areas. The power of the shower was very poor, but the bath was excellent. Pool was lovely as was the steam room, sauna and jaquzzi, but was crowded at times due to half term holidays. No staff monitoring! In general a good stay, but the parking charges might put me off staying again"

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

8/10 Good

"Rooms were lovely, staff friendly but restaurant a bit off. The fact you have an entrance and dedicated lift for it but no menu on the ground floor was a bit off. Once you’re up there it’s kind of oh well I guess I’ll eat up here. Back to the rooms very quiet and extremely comfortable"

The Coal Exchange Hotel

8/10 Good

"I had booked two rooms for two nights in this beautiful historic building which is less than a 10 minute walk to the bay. The reception staff and the two ladies overseeing in the dining room when we had breakfast were all lovely and very helpful. Nothing was too much trouble with queries and requests. Unfortunately mine and my partner's room could have been cleaner in places i.e. in the bathroom for example the base of the sink tap was filthy which I cleaned along with some other areas. Unfortunately the wet room is stained in places. There was also a patch of stained carpet by the window. One of the cups and one of the glasses had not been washed or not checked thoroughly and also the kettle was dusty. I did not raise this at the hotel as we were overall pleased with our stay but my sister did raise the issue with the window in her bathroom which was resolved very quickly. Hopefully this is not reflective of the hotel as I would not hesitate booking there again but just a thorough check and proper deep clean of our room prior to our arrival would have enabled me to give top marks."

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Reading previous reviews I was worried our stay would not be a positive one. I need not have worried. Yes the hotel was basic and tired looking but the bedding, towels and bathroom facilities were spotless and the staff super helpful offering advice where to eat, adjusting our bed from a double to two singles and talking us through the door locking process. I can see how the room would be hot in the summer as the windows were fixed but there was an air conditioner unit in our room to address this. If you want a cheap one night stay in a great location this is absolutely fine."

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

Bute Park

9.4/10 (131 reviews)

Take a calming stroll through Cardiff’s Bute Park. Follow the trails, explore the remains of a medieval friary and admire the horticulture and wildlife.

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Swalec Stadium

Home to Glamorgan County Cricket Club (Glamorgan CCC), one of Wales’ oldest and most successful clubs, the impressive SWALEC Stadium opened to great fanfare in 2008, with state-of-the-art facilities and seating capacity for up to 16,000 spectators. As well as county cricket, international test matches have been hosted at this fantastic venue since the 1990s, and major music and corporate events are also held here. Situated in the scenic Sophia Gardens Public Park in central Cardiff on the west bank of the River Taff, the stadium is just down the road from the Millennium Stadium and is easily accessed by bus, train or road.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sophia Gardens?

Sophia Gardens is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 376 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sophia Gardens?

The Angel Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sophia Gardens. Other good options close by include The Parkgate Hotel and Park Plaza Cardiff.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Sophia Gardens?

Expedia has 376 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sophia Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sophia Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Sophia Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sophia Gardens?

To access more information about updating your stay near Sophia Gardens or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Sophia Gardens?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History, or Castell Coch. Cardiff Castle, New Theatre, and Coal Exchange building are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

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Our top choices for Sophia Gardens hotels

1. The Parkgate Hotel

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

3. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

4. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

5. Park Plaza Cardiff

6. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

7. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

8. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

9. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

10. The Coal Exchange Hotel

11. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

12. easyHotel Cardiff

13. Hilton Cardiff

14. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

15. Elgano Guest House

16. Tanes Hotel

17. Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff

18. Novotel Cardiff Centre

19. Richmond Apartment 5

20. Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Compare top hotels near Sophia Gardens

The Parkgate Hotel

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Park Plaza Cardiff

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

Bute Park

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