Atlantic Wharf Travel Guide

Cardiff

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent red clock tower, a modern glass building, and a calm river reflecting the lights.
A river with wooden structures, a red clock tower, and a modern building with a curved roof.
A waterfront with a large Ferris wheel, a historic red building with a clock tower, and a modern structure with a curved roof.
A wall covered with various posters, photos, and notes, including a prominent sign that reads "KEEP CALM AND LOVE IANTOS JONES".
A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a distant city skyline.

Things to do


Top hotels in Atlantic Wharf

Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is £72 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
£72
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close Cardiff Wales
The price is £63 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
£63
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was nice albeit the bed was only a double and so smaller than we are used to. Breakfast was average but for the price cannot complain. The bar stayed open after 11pm which was a nice bonus after walking back from the show."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

3 out of 5
Longueil Close Cardiff Wales
The price is £88 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
£88
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (350 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, very clean, nice walk to town, breakfast better than expected, very nice stay."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £53 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£53
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,511 reviews)
"The staff were lovely and the location excellent however the upkeep of the hotel is dated. It’s about the only thing holding it back."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Angel Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is £126 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
£126
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,453 reviews)
"What stood out about Celtic Manor was how naturally the staff made my son and his girlfriend feel like they were there to celebrate. We booked the stay for his 25th birthday on 7 November, and the team picked up on the occasion as soon as they arrived. They surprised them with an upgrade to a room ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is £62 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£62
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,680 reviews)
"Well situated to visit venues in city and lovely cardiff bay. There did seem to be a shortage of staff on bar duty."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
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Where to stay in Atlantic Wharf

Find the best Atlantic Wharf areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Cardiff City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Coal Exchange building or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.

Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Pontcanna

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.



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