Title: The Loft by Switchback Stays Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=91716933&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Loft by Switchback Stays Apartment in Cardiff with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Loft by Switchback Stays ![Private kitchen - The Loft by Switchback Stays (Cardiff)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91720000/91717000/91716933/d034d844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - The Loft by Switchback Stays (Cardiff)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91720000/91717000/91716933/93527212.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Loft by Switchback Stays (Cardiff)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91720000/91717000/91716933/ed8cac09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - The Loft by Switchback Stays (Cardiff)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91720000/91717000/91716933/0770118a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Loft by Switchback Stays (Cardiff)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91720000/91717000/91716933/3c6bbd04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the urban charm of this stylish apartment in Wales' capital city. Unwind in the loft-style living room with great views, enjoy a home-cooked meal in the spacious kitchen, or relax on your double bed after exploring Cardiff's events and gigs. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2269 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Loft by Switchback Stays Loft-style one-bedroom apartment in a great location. This modern & stylish apartment has a private entrance, double bedroom, a bathroom, a spacious kitchen with all amenities and a cool, urban loft living room with great views. If you are looking for a cosy, great place to stay then look no further, excellent for events, gigs, an escape to Wales' capital city or for an extended stay. Within 1 mile / 15-20 minute walk of Health Hospital (University Hospital of Wales). You'll be staying in a maisonette apartment up one flight of stairs with your own private entrance. There is a kitchen-dining room, equipped with everything you need to prepare and enjoy meals. The loft-style living room is up a short flight of stairs where you'll find a space to relax and a large screen smart TV. The is a bathroom has a shower over the bath. The bedroom has a double bed. You will have access to the entire space for the duration of your stay. Neighbourhood Highlights Easy access to the location in arriving by car from the M4\. Bus & train routes to the centre & surrounding areas. A bus stop, just 2 minutes from the house (board 27 outside Lidl on Caerphilly Road) will take you straight into the centre or Cardiff Bay. For Cardiff City Centre use buses 27 or 86 and for Cardiff Bay use X8 or 25\. If you’d prefer a taxi to the centre it would take around 15 minutes, if not less.. There is a train Station- Birchgrove Station and will take around 13 or 14 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 269 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105900000/105890400/105890326/1be15ee4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Plasturton Apartment by Switchback Stays Pontcanna - 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9 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=60826545&PinnedHotelID=60826545&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 02b4599d-d610-4a21-af80-1143c5aba73e ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.51514%2C-3.20060&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aVhbvgT82guppk5le4YnrQS5-oo=) Cardiff, Wales #### What's nearby - Heath Park \- 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - All Nations Centre \- 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - University Hospital of Wales \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Roath Park \- 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Llandaff Cathedral \- 5 min drive \- 2.1 miles #### Getting around - Birchgrove Station - 9 min walk - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Greggs - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Aneurin Bevan - ‬10 min walk - ‪Toby Carvery - ‬19 min walk - ‪Three Elms - ‬18 min walk - ‪Birchgrove Inn - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Loft by Switchback Stays pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Loft by Switchback Stays? ### What time is check-in at The Loft by Switchback Stays? ### What time is check-out at The Loft by Switchback Stays? ### Where is The Loft by Switchback Stays located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Loft by Switchback Stays Reviews ## Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chukwuemeka 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very good communication, relatively good location. Parking was not always easy. ##### Chukwuemeka Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Didn’t have a welcome booklet so when heating never came on we couldn’t work it out. 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