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 £71 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£71
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall not bad, but wouldn’t return to this hotel. Guy on checking in didn’t really explain anything, I had to ask about parking and breakfast. Hotel is nice but rooms need updating. Pool was nice Location a good 20 mins walk from the bay Staff in bar and restaurant very nice."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

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 £56 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£56
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
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 £86 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£86
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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. ...
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is £117 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£117
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,423 reviews)
"Very dusty room: i didn’t feel the spa was clean. does need a touch up. plus i wouldn’t call it a spa. when kids are bombing in the pool."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £49 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£49
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,350 reviews)
"Generally excellent value. Only one minor issue: no TV signal."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £101 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£101
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,802 reviews)
"Room was excellent, if a bit small. The breakfast was delicious."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
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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 Wales Millennium Centre or Mermaid Quay 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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