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About the Hotel

Longueil Close, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF62 3BT

Location

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay is situated between Cardiff Bay and the city center, overlooking Bute East Dock. The hotel is a mile from Cardiff Central railway station and 10 minutes on foot from Cardiff Bay station. Cardiff International Airport is a 30-minute drive, allowing straightforward access for travelers.

Rooms

The hotel offers newly refreshed rooms with comfortable beds, plush duvets, and choices of soft or firm pillows for a restful night. Each room includes generously placed outlets for charging devices and a dedicated workspace with lighting. The en-suite bathrooms feature power showers, enhancing the guest experience.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast includes both continental selections and hot items, such as sausages, bacon, and scrambled eggs for a wholesome start to the day. The Express Cafe & Bar provides a space to unwind with a drink while socializing with fellow guests. A dinner menu is available, offering a variety of dishes that can be enjoyed in the lounge or delivered to the room.

Business Facilities

The hotel is equipped with a business center that operates 24 hours a day, catering to business travelers. A meeting room accommodates up to 12 delegates at a fixed boardroom table and is fitted with natural daylight and waterfront views. Facilities include free Wi-Fi connectivity and equipment like flip charts for seamless meetings.

Nearby Attractions

Just a 10-minute walk from the rejuvenated Cardiff Bay, guests can explore popular sites like the Doctor Who Experience and the Wales Millennium Centre. Central Cardiff, accessible within 15 minutes, boasts attractions including the Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. The area offers varied entertainment, shopping, and dining options within easy reach.

Highlights

Location: Overlooking Bute East Dock, 10 minutes from Cardiff Bay Station

Rooms: Newly refreshed rooms with power showers

Dining: Fresh and free hot breakfast

Business: Meeting room accommodating up to 12 delegates

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The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals

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2 persons

5 m²

2 Single beds

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2 persons

4 m²

2 Single beds

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2 persons

4 m²

1 King-size bed

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2 persons

12 m²

1 Double bed

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Getting around town

Transport options available

City Centre

Cardiff 1.6 km

Airports

Cardiff (CWL) 24.7 km

Bristol (BRS) 76.3 km

Train

Cardiff Bay Railway Station700 m

Bus

Bus stop 1.2 km

Amenities & services

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Free Wi-Fi

Parking

GBP 10 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Longueil Close, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF62 3BT

Map view

Longueil Close, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF62 3BT

City landmarks

Landmark

Principality Stadium

1.9 km

Landmark

Cardiff Castle

2.0 km

Landmark

Cardiff Bay

1.5 km

Museum

National Museum Cardiff

2.7 km

Museum

Techniquest

1.5 km

Market

Cardiff Market

1.7 km

Stadium

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff

1.1 km

Museum

Pierhead Building

1.4 km

Mall

Mermaid Quay

1.2 km

Park

Bute Park

2.5 km

Event hall

St David's Hall

1.6 km

Gallery

Craft in the Bay

1.1 km

Mall

St David's Dewi Sant

1.4 km

Landmark

Wales National Ice Rink

1.2 km

Landmark

Ianto's Shrine

1.3 km

Church

St David's Metropolitan Cathedral

1.3 km

Landmark

Local art & crafts

2.6 km

Museum

Museum of Cardiff

1.6 km

Church

The City Parish of St John the Baptist

1.7 km

Church

Norwegian Church Arts Centre

1.5 km

Gallery

Third Floor Gallery

850 m

Public Building

Senedd

970 m

Landmark

Statue of Sir Gareth Edwards

1.0 km

Shopping Area

Capitol Shopping Centre

1.7 km

Park

Roald Dahl Plass

1.3 km

Public Building

National Assembly for Wales

1.3 km

Landmark

Red Dragon Center

820 m

Theatre

New Theatre Cardiff

1.7 km

Gallery

Butetown History and Arts Centre

1.3 km

Nearby

2 Bute Place

Water Tower

390 m

Restaurants

Chicken House

630 m

The Red Dragon Centre Hemingway Road The Red Dragon Centre

Cadwaladers Red Dragon Centre

780 m

1 The Red Dragon Centre Hemingway Road The Red Dragon Centre

Academy @ Platform

790 m

Bute Street Cardiff Bay Train Station

Bae Coffi

1.6 km

One Canal Parade Dumballs Road

Eli Jenkins

1.0 km

7-8 Bute Crescent

Quantum Coffee Roasters

1.1 km

58 Bute Street Quayside

Espresso Lab

1.1 km

20 James Street

The Packet

1.1 km

95 Bute Street

Lloyds Bar Great Western

1.3 km

64 St. Mary Street

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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CARDIFF BAY BY IHG, Cardiff

About the Hotel

Location

Rooms

Dining

Business Facilities

Nearby Attractions

Highlights

Select your room type

Room rates & availability calendar

Getting around town

Amenities & services

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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