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      Cheap Hotels in Cardiff City Centre

      26 cheap hotels in Cardiff city centre with free WiFi, breakfast, and central locations near Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium. Check rates and book now.

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      Holland House Hotel Cardiff By SundayHotel
      7.4
      Very good6796 total reviews
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      1000 m from City Centre600 m from New Theatre Cardiff
      Conference CenterIndoor PoolSteam Room
      • Largest conference facility in city
      • Panoramic city views from rooms
      • Award-winning on-site restaurant
      From£ 71 /nightSelect
      The Parkgate HotelHotel
      8.9
      Great3552 total reviews
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      300 m from City Centre200 m from Principality Stadium
      Hydrotherapy PoolElemis SpaSorting Room
      • Rooftop hydrotherapy pool with views
      • Michelin-listed The Sorting Room
      • Historic post office architecture
      From£ 150 /nightSelect
      Hilton CardiffHotel
      8.2
      Great5255 total reviews
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      300 m from City Centre300 m from New Theatre Cardiff
      Heated PoolSchmoo SpaExecutive Lounge
      • Overlooking Cardiff Castle
      • Executive lounge with castle views
      • Schmoo Spa wellness treatments
      From£ 101 /nightSelect
      Park Plaza CardiffHotel
      8.4
      Great5467 total reviews
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      400 m from City Centre100 m from New Theatre Cardiff
      Indoor PoolLaguna SpaEvent Spaces
      • 20m indoor pool with spa
      • Awarded Visit Wales Gold Award
      • Moroccan-themed private event space
      From£ 97 /nightSelect
      Leonardo Hotel CardiffHotel
      8.5
      Great8918 total reviews
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      500 m from City Centre100 m from New Theatre Cardiff
      Dream Bed24-hour room serviceNine meeting rooms
      • Victorian building with historic charm
      • Complimentary upgrades for returning guests
      • Full Welsh Breakfast included
      From£ 65 /nightSelect
      Cardiff Marriott HotelHotel
      7.9
      Very good5501 total reviews
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      600 m from City Centre300 m from Cardiff Central Railway Station
      Browns BrasserieSteam RoomWhirlpool
      • Live piano at Browns Bar
      • Green Key certified hotel
      • Enhanced accessibility features
      From£ 74 /nightSelect
      Radisson Blu Hotel, CardiffHotel
      7.4
      Very good6315 total reviews
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      700 m from City Centre300 m from Motorpoint Arena Cardiff
      Fitness CentreMeeting RoomsPrivate Bar
      • Skyline views from tallest building
      • Signature breakfast buffet selection
      • Steps from St David's Shopping
      From£ 89 /nightSelect
      Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre By IhgHotel
      8.2
      Great4217 total reviews
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      300 m from City Centre100 m from Cardiff castle
      Beer GardenConference CentreCastle Views
      • Opposite historic Cardiff Castle
      • Kids stay and eat free policy
      • Large sunny Beer Garden
      From£ 67 /nightSelect
      Hotel Indigo - Cardiff By IhgHotel
      9.0
      Perfect5088 total reviews
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      300 m from City Centre200 m from New Theatre Cardiff
      Rooftop GrillFitness SuiteCocktail Bar
      • Rooftop steakhouse with city views
      • Coal-themed Welsh cultural decor
      • Complimentary local Welsh treats
      From£ 115 /nightSelect
      Premier Inn Cardiff City CentreHotel
      8.5
      Great228 total reviews
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      700 m from City Centre300 m from Motorpoint Arena Cardiff
      Thyme RestaurantSelf-service KiosksAccessible Rooms
      • Award-winning guest service
      • Ultra-comfy pillow-top mattresses
      • Wheelchair-accessible rooms
      From£ 66 /nightSelect
      Novotel Cardiff CentreHotel
      8.0
      Great5590 total reviews
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      1.1 km from City Centre400 m from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      Indoor PoolKids' ClubWellness Centre
      • Industrial-chic hybrid design
      • Kids' gaming area in lobby
      • Welsh breakfast specialties
      From£ 60 /nightSelect
      Clayton Hotel CardiffHotel
      8.4
      Great6310 total reviews
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      700 m from City Centre300 m from Cardiff Central Station
      Meeting RoomsFitness SuiteGrill Bar
      • Closest hotel to Cardiff Central station
      • Sparkling afternoon tea with Prosecco
      • Rooms with direct train views
      From£ 115 /nightSelect
      Premier Inn Cardiff NorthHotel
      7.7
      Very good282 total reviews
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      6.0 km from City Centre1.4 km from Cardiff Gate Services M4
      Free ParkingAccessible RoomsFamily Rooms
      • Triple-glazed windows ensure quiet
      • Free on-site parking available
      • Family meal deals for children
      From£ 77 /nightSelect
      Park Inn By Radisson Cardiff City CentreHotel
      7.5
      Very good6510 total reviews
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      700 m from City Centre200 m from Motorpoint Arena Cardiff
      On-site ParkingMeeting SpacesRBG Bar
      • Opposite Motorpoint Arena
      • Complimentary drink vouchers
      • RBG Bar & Grill on-site
      From£ 72 /nightSelect
      The Angel HotelHotel
      7.4
      Very good6532 total reviews
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      200 m from City Centre100 m from Cardiff castle
      Castell's RestaurantAngel BarMeeting Rooms
      • Victorian hotel with castle views
      • Traditional Welsh banquets offered
      • One PM late check-out
      From£ 54 /nightSelect
      Easyhotel CardiffHotel
      8.0
      Great4551 total reviews
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      1000 m from City Centre500 m from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      24h ReceptionExpress Check-inLuggage Storage
      • City center near Cardiff Castle
      • Affordable city center stay
      • Discounted off-site parking
      From£ 31 /nightSelect
      Premier Inn Cardiff WestHotel
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      6.7 km from City Centre500 m from Wenvoe Castle Golf Club
      Beefeater RestaurantAccessible RoomsBuffet Breakfast
      • On-site Beefeater restaurant
      • Kids eat free breakfast
      • Countryside setting near city
      From£ 94 /nightSelect
      Four Points Flex By Sheraton CardiffHotel
      8.3
      Great6510 total reviews
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      700 m from City Centre200 m from Cardiff Central Station
      Express Check-InWheelchair AccessChildren's Menu
      • Steps from Cardiff Central Station
      • Modern bunk bed twin rooms
      • Accessible rooms with mobility features
      From£ 62 /nightSelect
      Royal Hotel Cardiff By BelvillaHotel
      7.7
      Very good4253 total reviews
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      500 m from City Centre200 m from Cardiff Central Railway Station
      Cinema RoomsCaptain Scott RoomBeehive
      • Cinema rooms with gaming consoles
      • Historic Captain Scott Room dining
      • On-site beehives and honey toiletries
      From£ 56 /nightSelect
      Cardiff Sandringham HotelHotel
      8.1
      Great4361 total reviews
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      300 m from City Centre200 m from St David's Hall
      Stuart LoungeGrosvenor SuiteAV Equipment
      • Minutes from Principality Stadium
      • Historic stone lion landmark
      • Former live jazz mecca
      From£ 35 /nightSelect
      Pontcanna InnInn
      8.8
      Great727 total reviews
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      1000 m from City Centre800 m from Cardiff castle
      Boutique RoomsBeer GardenSun Terrace
      • Boutique pub with en-suite rooms
      • Dog-friendly with pet amenities
      • Spacious beer garden for live sports
      From£ 91 /nightSelect
      Premier Inn Cardiff EastHotel
      Hypnos BedsSwimming PoolPet Friendly
      • Free breakfast for kids under 2
      • On-site Beefeater restaurant
      • On A48 between Cardiff and Newport
      From£ 83 /nightSelect
      Premier Inn Cardiff City SouthHotel
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      1.6 km from City Centre900 m from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      Free ParkingFamily RoomsOn-site Dining
      • Free on-site parking available
      • Family rooms with free kids breakfast
      • Brewers Fayre on-site restaurant
      From£ 145 /nightSelect
      Coach & Horses HotelHotel
      8.6
      Great469 total reviews
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      10.1 km from City Centre
      Free Parking24-hour SecurityVegetarian Breakfast
      • 24-hour security on-site
      • Vegetarian breakfast available
      • Free on-site parking
      From£ 64 /nightSelect
      Travelodge Cardiff CentralHotel
      Pet-FriendlyBreakfast To-GoDreamer Bed
      • Pet-friendly rooms available
      • Signature Dreamer bed with USB
      • Steps from nightlife and stadium
      From£ 49 /nightSelect
      Manor Parc HotelHotel
      9.0
      Perfect1405 total reviews
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      7.1 km from City Centre1.0 km from Morgraig Castle
      Orangerie RestaurantGolf CourseGarden Terrace
      • Victorian manor with picturesque gardens
      • Dedicated wedding event planning
      • Dining with local ingredients
      From£ 140 /nightSelect
      Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay By IhgHotel
      7.9
      Very good5023 total reviews
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      1.5 km from City Centre900 m from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      Express CafeWaterfront TerraceMeeting Room
      • Waterfront views over Cardiff Bay
      • Pet-friendly stays welcome dogs
      • Includes pancake maker at breakfast
      From£ 57 /nightSelect
      The Beacon Hotel, Cardiff, Part Of The Ag CollectionHotel
      6.9
      Nice980 total reviews
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      6.1 km from City Centre1.3 km from Cardiff Gate Services M4
      Free ParkingMeeting RoomBuffet Breakfast
      • Unlimited buffet at Café Campanile
      • Motorway-accessible Pentwyn location
      • Near golf courses and live sports
      From£ 50 /nightSelect
      Elgano HotelGuest house
      8.7
      Great533 total reviews
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      1.0 km from City Centre900 m from Cardiff castle
      Italian RestaurantPrivate DiningOrangery
      • Award-winning Italian restaurant on-site
      • Family-run guest house in Pontcanna
      • Meet-the-chef private dining experience
      From£ 89 /nightSelect
      The RiverhouseBed & Breakfast
      8.6
      Great909 total reviews
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      500 m from City Centre300 m from Principality Stadium
      Games RoomCommunal KitchenGarden Terrace
      • Award-winning budget accommodation
      • Free Netflix in guest rooms
      • Self-catering communal kitchen
      From£ 15 /nightSelect
      Tanes HotelGuest house
      7.8
      Very good1612 total reviews
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      1.9 km from City Centre1.4 km from New Theatre Cardiff
      Secure ParkingCommunal LoungeOutdoor Garden
      • Family-run for 40+ years
      • Charming Victorian guesthouse
      • Free on-site car parking
      From£ 38 /nightSelect
      The Beverley By Innkeeper'S CollectionHotel
      8.4
      Great2011 total reviews
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      1.1 km from City Centre1000 m from Cardiff castle
      On-site PubFree ParkingFamily Rooms
      • Refurbished rooms with four-star feel
      • Onsite pub with hearty meals
      • Free secure parking on site
      From£ 64 /nightSelect
      Tadross HotelHotel
      8.0
      Great594 total reviews
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      9.8 km from City Centre
      Live SportsBilliardsPlayground
      • Gavin and Stacey filming location
      • Live sports and music events
      • Child-friendly playground and bounce castle
      From£ 43 /nightSelect
      The Heathcock Boutique Hotel - Room 1Hotel
      8.3
      Great211 total reviews
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      3.4 km from City Centre800 m from Cardiff Metropolitan University
      GardenBarBoard Games
      • On-site garden and bar
      • British cuisine dietary options
      • Board games in lounge
      From£ 101 /nightSelect
      Holiday Inn Cardiff North M4 Jct 32 By IhgHotel
      7.0
      Very good798 total reviews
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      6.8 km from City Centre1.1 km from Coryton Train Station
      Indoor PoolFitness CentreSteam Room
      • Kids eat free program
      • Heated indoor pool for all
      • Free parking for 120 cars
      From£ 53 /nightSelect
      Rooms At Penarth MarinaHotel
      9.4
      Perfect1153 total reviews
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      4.1 km from City Centre700 m from Dingle Road Train Station
      Private Parking24-Hour SecurityOutdoor Terrace
      • Private balcony in each room
      • Free private parking on site
      • 24-hour security provided
      From£ 99 /nightSelect
      Lincoln House Private HotelHotel
      8.7
      Great1164 total reviews
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      1.3 km from City Centre1.1 km from City Hall
      Gated ParkingResident LoungeWelsh Breakfast
      • Complimentary full Welsh breakfast
      • Victorian townhouse with modern comforts
      • Secure gated parking available
      From£ 80 /nightSelect
      Ibis Cardiff Gate - International Business ParkHotel
      7.0
      Very good2678 total reviews
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      7.4 km from City Centre100 m from Cardiff Gate Services M4
      Meeting RoomPool TableOn-site Café
      • Pet-friendly with no extra fees
      • Social lounge with pool table
      • Meeting room for business travelers
      From£ 35 /nightSelect
      Ibis Cardiff CentreHotel
      7.3
      Very good3840 total reviews
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      700 m from City Centre200 m from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      On-site RestaurantStylish BarOutside Terrace
      • Opposite Motorpoint Arena
      • All-you-can-eat breakfast for £8.95
      • 2-min walk to Queen Street station
      From£ 41 /nightSelect
      Ml LodgeHotel
      6.0
      Nice1700 total reviews
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      300 m from City Centre300 m from St David's Hall
      Free Wi-FiFlat-screen TVLuggage Storage
      • 2 mins from Millennium Stadium
      • Discounted local parking rates
      • Flat-screen TVs in all rooms
      From£ 39 /nightSelect
      The Coal Exchange HotelHotel
      7.5
      Very good5701 total reviews
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      2.0 km from City Centre1.4 km from Cardiff Central Station
      Jacuzzi BathsEvent BallroomCully's Restaurant
      • Historic coal exchange building
      • In-room Jacuzzi baths
      • Live music events
      From£ 94 /nightSelect
      Crofts HotelHotel
      8.5
      Great991 total reviews
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      1.4 km from City Centre1.0 km from New Theatre Cardiff
      BilliardsGames roomSun terrace
      • Pub and hotel combined
      • Personalized breakfast menu
      • Soundproof rooms for quiet stay
      From£ 46 /nightSelect
      Glendale HotelHotel
      7.2
      Very good447 total reviews
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      5.1 km from City Centre
      Italian RestaurantTraditional BarFree Parking
      • Award-winning Italian restaurant
      • Free parking available nearby
      • Near Penarth Railway Station
      From£ 48 /nightSelect
      Cardiff Bute Terrace HotelHotel
      6.7
      Nice6395 total reviews
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      800 m from City Centre200 m from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      Room ServiceWheelchair AccessPets Allowed
      • Pets allowed on request
      • Wheelchair-accessible property
      • 24-hour room service
      From£ 45 /nightSelect
      WisestayGuest house
      8.1
      Great2339 total reviews
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      500 m from City Centre200 m from Principality Stadium
      Self Check-inSmart TVUSB Ports
      • Self-check-in via pin code
      • Quiet rooms in central Cardiff
      • Smart TVs with Netflix
      From£ 38 /nightSelect
      Court Road HouseGuest house
      5.0
      Needs improvement470 total reviews
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      1000 m from City Centre600 m from Principality Stadium
      Shared Kitchen24-Hour SecurityPets Allowed
      • Shared kitchen and lounge
      • Pets allowed in rooms
      • Full-day security
      From£ 26 /nightSelect
      Parador 44Hotel
      9.5
      Perfect941 total reviews
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      200 m from City Centre300 m from Cardiff castle
      Spanish GrillGuest LoungeGarden Terrace
      • Specialty Spanish grill restaurant
      • Authentic Spanish-style decor
      • Complimentary Nespresso & Welsh cakes
      From£ 105 /nightSelect
      Number One Hundred Bed And BreakfastBed & Breakfast
      8.3
      Great644 total reviews
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      1.6 km from City Centre1.2 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus
      Self Check-inCommunal KitchenStreaming Services
      • Keyless self-check-in system
      • Personalized breakfast in named bags
      • Streaming services with Netflix & Disney+
      From£ 48 /nightSelect
      Austins Guest HouseGuest house
      7.1
      Very good1497 total reviews
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      500 m from City Centre300 m from Cardiff castle
      Shared KitchenLuggage StorageSelf Check-in
      • Self-service electronic key check-in
      • Family suites with kitchenettes
      • Overlooks River Taft and park
      From£ 35 /nightSelect
      Travelodge Cardiff M4Hotel
      Free ParkingPet-FriendlyUSB Charging
      • Free parking for all guests
      • Pet-friendly dedicated rooms
      • Choose Your Room personalization
      From£ 59 /nightSelect
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      Travellers seeking cheap hotels in Cardiff city centre can expect clean, functional rooms with essentials like free WiFi, 24-hour front desks, and tea/coffee makers. Many budget-friendly options are clustered near Cardiff Castle, Principality Stadium, and the shopping hub of St David's Centre, with nightly rates typically ranging from £40 to £80. For those willing to stay slightly further out, areas like Cardiff Bay or Penarth offer lower prices and free parking.

      Top-rated picks include the Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay, which offers a waterfront location and included buffet breakfast, and the Park Inn by Radisson Cardiff City Centre, a boutique hotel in the heart of the action. The Travelodge Cardiff Central is a solid no-frills choice, while Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff earns praise for its very good breakfast. For a Victorian character, The Angel Hotel overlooks Cardiff Castle gardens, and the Manor Parc Hotel provides a country-house setting with free parking just off the M4. EasyHotel Cardiff caters to ultra-budget travellers with air-conditioned rooms, and the family-run Cardiff Sandringham Hotel sits steps from St David's Shopping Centre. Rooms at Penarth Marina offers free parking and balconies, and The Heathcock Boutique Hotel has a garden and on-site British cuisine.