The Best Hotels Closest to Sophia Gardens in Cardiff for 2026

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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two nightstands with lamps, and a small wooden table in front of the bed.

A walk-in shower with a glass door, tiled walls, and a patterned floor.

A kitchen with blue cabinets, a coffee machine, and various bottles and jars on shelves.

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Brianne

NT$4,876

NT$5,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

A modern kitchen with a large sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a lake and trees, a white wall with shelves holding decorative items, and a door leading to another room.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dark countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of a balcony with curtains.

2. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Claire

NT$3,373

NT$4,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and wall art.

A bathroom with a mirror, a table with a lamp, a bottle, and a glass of water.

A conference room with a round table, six chairs, and a large window with curtains.

3. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens

Joanne

NT$2,522

NT$3,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A historic building with large arched windows, a grand entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a large chandelier.

A restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and a cozy seating area with leather chairs and tables set for dining.

4. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Mike

NT$4,511

NT$5,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

5. Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Juan

NT$2,898

NT$3,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear blue tiles, a seating area with chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and a decorative plant.

A woman walking on a treadmill in a gym with large windows overlooking a body of water.

6. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 3.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Elizabeth

NT$3,978

NT$4,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a poster advertising the hotel.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, framed pictures, a menu board, and tables set for dining.

A white building with a tiled roof and a sign reading "Maltsters."

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a mirror.

7. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

alan

NT$2,193

NT$2,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a patterned floor.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a mirror above the sink.

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Sarah

NT$2,438

NT$2,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with blue seating and yellow chairs, large windows offering views of historic architecture.

A bar area with a wooden counter labeled "FOUR POINTS FLEX" by Sheraton, a selection of liquor bottles, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A bar area with a coffee machine, shelves of bottles, and a refrigerator.

A modern lounge area with a round table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Maddy

NT$1,776

NT$2,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

A compact kitchenette with a built-in refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a kettle on a shelf.

A restaurant interior with a patterned wallpaper, a tufted leather booth, and pendant lighting.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench by the window, and a patterned wall.

10. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

David

NT$2,852

NT$3,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A Victorian-style building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a stone facade.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and two floating shelves with decorative items.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a television on a stand, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

11. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 0.7 km from Sophia Gardens

Michael

NT$1,679

NT$2,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A lobby with a Christmas tree, seating areas, and decorative lights.

A bar area with a polished reflective surface, a bartender preparing a drink, and a variety of bottles in the background.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a bench along the side.

12. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Nicola

NT$3,037

NT$3,644 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.

A modern bar area with a glass railing, bar counter, and various bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel with a prominent "Clayton Hotel" sign, surrounded by urban infrastructure and street lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, large windows offering city views, and a central coffee table.

13. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Luke

NT$2,329

NT$2,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, a potted plant, and a clear view of the sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, multiple cushions, a small wooden table, and potted plants.

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

David

NT$2,526

NT$3,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a bar in the background.

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Jayne

NT$2,354

NT$2,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A gym with multiple cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and a large mural on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

A bar area with a central bar, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

OLIVIA

NT$3,303

NT$3,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A conference room with rows of white chairs, a red carpet, and a chandelier.

A living room with a fireplace, a red armchair, a brown leather armchair, a white sofa, and a wooden chest.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, wooden cabinets, and a patterned floor.

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

John

NT$2,526

NT$3,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bathtub with two glasses of champagne and a bottle of champagne.

18. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 2.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Caroline

NT$1,881

NT$2,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, purple sofas, a wooden floor, and a patterned wall.

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a modern building, and a bridge reflecting in calm waters.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

19. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Patricia

NT$2,425

NT$2,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white toilet, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

A modern building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign for 'easyHotel'.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a 'CARDIFF' sign, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

20. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Helen

NT$1,476

NT$1,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,499 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,815 reviews	View
Lincoln House Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 722 reviews	View

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean. Location is excellent. Feels like it needs a refresh. Issues with the lifts when we stayed"

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location and very helpful staff. On our first one-night stay the property was disrupted by the filming of a movie and this created some hardships on everybody - unexpected and my review would be much worse if that would have been our only experience. On our second one night-stay a few days later the experience was completely different - movie people were gone - and we really liked the hotel."

Park Plaza Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, reception is so welcoming and immediately feels like you've stepped out of Cardiff. The room was incredible complete with double bed, bath, shower, sofas and everything needed for a wonderful stay. Unfortunately was a work trip so didn't get much time to try out the facilities or breakfast but I'm sure they would have been equally as amazing"

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"Fine for a one night stay"

Hilton Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Apart from the lift issues, hotel was nice, comfortable, breakfast was amazing and location was very good. Spent 2 nights."

easyHotel Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Great little hotel. Staff are really friendly and helpful. Clean throughout."

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location if your going out with mates and need a cheap place to stay"

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

8/10 Good

"Good hotel with car park for business trips."

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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A historic stone castle with a tower, surrounded by a grassy hill and trees.

Cardiff Castle

9.2/10 (1,347 reviews)

A fortified tower from the 12th century, World War II tunnels and Welsh military history make a fascinating day out at this magnificent castle.

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Caerphilly Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Caerphilly Mountain during your travels in Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices, or seek out its local tours.

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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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Blackfriars Priory

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Blackfriars Priory. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

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Gorsedd Stones

You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Gorsedd Stones. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Animal Wall

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cardiff when you take a trip to Animal Wall. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.

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Welch Regiment Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Welch Regiment Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

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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. Parador44

2. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

4. The Parkgate Hotel

5. Lincoln House Hotel

6. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

7. The Maltsters Arms

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

9. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10. Pontcanna Inn

11. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

12. Park Plaza Cardiff

13. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

18. The Coal Exchange Hotel

19. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

20. easyHotel Cardiff

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Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Hilton Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

Bute Park

Cardiff Castle

Caerphilly Mountain

Swalec Stadium

Blackfriars Priory

Gorsedd Stones

Animal Wall

Welch Regiment Museum

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