Castle Quarter Travel Guide

Cardiff

A historic castle with a moat, surrounded by modern buildings with illuminated signs.
A street with shops, a castle-like building, and flags.
A narrow street with shops and cafes, a sign for 'Saru Design Ltd', and a large arched window.
An ornate market archway with a clock and a sign reading "CARDIFF MARKET".
A historic stone tower with a clock, surrounded by modern buildings and a busy street scene.
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A modern stadium with a distinctive sail-like structure and a glass facade.

Principality Stadium

9.0/10 (893 reviews)
The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.
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Things to do

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour

£85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cardiff/Swansea: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

£85
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

£23
per adult
Cardiff: Silent Disco Adventure Tour
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

£59
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Caerphilly Castle

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

£73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery

Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery

£25
per adult
Gin Tour at Hensol Castle Distillery
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Top hotels in Castle Quarter

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £37 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£37
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! (3,510 reviews)
"Location is brilliant. Close to train / coach station. Near to night life and principality stadium Staff were very helpful and friendly breakfast was delicious. Very reasonably priced overnight stay"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £121 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
£121
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
The Parkgate Hotel
Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
St Mary Street Cardiff Wales
The price is £67 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£67
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Comfortable stay within quick walking distance of train station and city center. Staff was friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is £94 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£94
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,243 reviews)
"The hotel was okay. Staff at reception were lovely, breakfast was good, location is great - walking distance from train station and Principality stadium. Room was clean but a bit tired, beds were comfy. Worst thing was the constant taxi car horns beeping at 2am-4am which made sleeping difficult (which ..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

3 out of 5
Station Approach Cardiff Wales
The price is £54 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£54
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,117 reviews)
"Nice and close to station and bars and shops Well presented rooms friendly staff room are small but great for sleeping"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff
Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

3 out of 5
Bute Terrace Cardiff Wales
The price is £46 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£46
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel
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Where to stay in Castle Quarter

Find the best Castle Quarter areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Castle Quarter
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An aerial view of a city with a river, stadium, and surrounding residential areas.

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.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

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.

A modern bridge with a unique design, a river, and a stadium with distinctive architecture.
Photo by Mick Lobb
Open Photo by Mick Lobb

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.

A suspension bridge over a river with leafless trees in the background.

Pontcanna

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

A historic building with classical architecture, including a prominent dome and detailed facade.

Cathays

Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Cardiff City Hall.

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