Cardiff: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in Cardiff side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

	Budget Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff	Best Value Staybridge Suites - Cardiff by IHG	Luxury voco St. David's Cardiff by IHG
Guest score	8.3/10	8.7/10	8.9/10
Reviews	5,481	1,931	3,938
Stars	★★★	★★★★	★★★★★
Area	Cardiff Center	Cardiff Bay	Cardiff Bay
Reference price per night	€56	€125	€209
Guests like	Location: Situated right next to the train and bus stations, near city centre shops and nightlife. Staff: Friendly, efficient team provide a warm welcome and helpful service.	Location: Walkable to the city centre and bay area, with nearby shops and water views. Cleanliness: Consistently kept spotless, tidy, and fresh throughout.	Staff: Friendly, professional team provide a warm welcome and efficient service. Location: Scenic position on the bay near the theatre and city centre.
Guests mention	Room Size: Compact units are functional for solo guests but often feel too tight for couples.	Breakfast: Tasty buffet with good variety, though coffee machines often break and healthy options are limited.	Value For Money: High costs for parking, drinks, and dining.
Good for	ac, breakfast	pets, family, gym, ac, breakfast	pets, family, spa, gym, ac, breakfast

Which one?

Choose Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff if price matters most, Staybridge Suites - Cardiff by IHG for the best balance of score and price, and voco St. David's Cardiff by IHG if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.