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Novotel Cardiff Centre

Cardiff Bay Hotel Atlantic Wharf Schooner Way, Cardiff CF10 4RT Wales
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#18 of 66 hotels in Cardiff
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The Novotel Cardiff Centre is a 4 star hotel perfect for your next break in Cardiff. Close to live sports action at the Principality Stadium, entertainment at the Motorpoint Arena and plenty of shops, restaurants and bars in the City Centre or Cardiff Bay. Enjoy our restaurant and bar, The Customs Shed, serving local and international cuisine with an array of drink choices. You can also make use of our well equipped leisure facilities including; superb 15m indoor swimming pool, Resistance and Cardio gyms, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Guests will find free WiFi internet throughout the hotel. For business needs, we have ten meeting rooms including The Warehouse function room, a fabulous venue for weddings and conferences alike. There are 125 parking spaces, some of which are dedicated EV charging stations. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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Electric vehicle charging station
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Restaurant
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Paid private parking on-site
Car park
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Fitness classes
Sauna
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Snack bar
Wine / champagne
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Steam room
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Shoeshine
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Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
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Sofa bed
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Safe
Seating area
Sofa
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Bottled water
Iron
Private bathrooms
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Complimentary toiletries
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Green
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English, French, Spanish, Arabic and 1 more

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Cardiff Bay Hotel Atlantic Wharf Schooner Way, Cardiff CF10 4RT Wales
Novotel Cardiff Centre
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Karen B wrote a review Jan 2024
New Plymouth, New Zealand37 contributions4 helpful votes
There are some real issues with this hotel. I recommend looking at other options. It was only the very hard work and professionalism of front desk Megan  (thank you for your help) who managed a workable solution - but only just. The hotel central heating does not work. It has not worked for a while. The first room we were given was very cold. An electric  heater was offered but as it was a larger room I doubt it would have heated to an adequate temperature. We requested a different room. The 2nd room we were given had a small oil heater. The room was cold. The tv did not work and the wall sockets on the wall did not work. The heater would not work. We were given another room. The oil heater supplied for heating was just adequate - a 2nd duvet was needed. The bathroom had a
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Responded 16 Jan 2024
Hi KarenB8130, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of your stay with us here at the Novotel Cardiff Centre, It is great to know that despite the issues you had encountered you still found some positive points to mention. It is always nice to respond to a review that mentions staff personally and they had done their utmost to help you with your situation. I will pass on your comments to both Anthony and Megan, these comments really do mean a lot to them. At present we are currently installing a new air-conditioning system, we do have to provide heaters until this work has been completed. Regarding your comments with the sockets and the rubbish bins, I will pass these comments on for the Housekeeping Manager and the maintenance team to action. I can only apologise for the shortfalls on this occasion, but am happy to hear you had some positive comments. Many Thanks David
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Rob B wrote a review Dec 2023
Monterey, California6 contributions
First off, "centre" is misleading. It's not that close to the City Centre. At least a 10-minute walk. Second, it's a budget hotel. It's pretty outdated and the rooms are meh. They don't even have phones in their rooms! You have to use internet to get service from your room. Kinda lame. Third, the service itself is pretty good. They are responsive and friendly. Fourth, their restaurant is excellent! The best part easily. The bar is nice but best of all their morning buffet is fantastic, and incredibly accommodating for gluten free travelers - with a separate section with unique gluten free offerings that were very tasty. A pleasant surprise that.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 16 Jan 2024
Hi U3527QCrobb, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, it is nice to hear your thoughts on your stay with us here at the Novotel Cardiff Centre. There are a few routes to the centre some are longer than others, this is not always realised. The QR code is a new initiative and has been embraced by many guest as very innovative and this service has all the facilities listed for guest to see at their leisure. I am sorry that the room had not been to your liking, bit we at present to upgrade these and two floors will be reopening in the coming months and we are very excited for this. It is nice to reax that the service provided by the staff had really been to your liking and you had been impressed with the gluten free section as we do try to cater for all the food requirements that are requested. Many Thanks David
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ben b wrote a review Dec 2023
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Had a lovely Xmas lunch here, food was great and the atmosphere was really homely. I had turkey with all the trimmings and washed it down with orchard pig cider. The staff couldn’t do enough for us and were so friendly and attentive. Even got a bar of chocolate each. Had an amazing time. Would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 28 Dec 2023
Thank you for sharing your delightful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely Christmas lunch at our venue and that the food, especially the turkey with all the trimmings, met your expectations. It warms our hearts to know that you found the atmosphere to be homely and enjoyed the Orchard Pig cider. Our team takes pride in providing exceptional service, and we're delighted that the staff could make your experience even more special with their friendliness and attentiveness. It's wonderful to hear that you received a sweet surprise with a bar of chocolate – a little extra touch to make your time with us memorable. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back for more wonderful moments in the future. Warm regards Kamilla Robak
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Relax47756164998 wrote a review Dec 2023
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We arrived on Christmas Day and were greeted with a friendly face on the desk. Check in was easy and fast. We had a meal and drinks in the relaxed and comfy restaurant. Food was great and prices reasonable. Happy to have our 3 year old running around with no issues. We will be back. Many thanks
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 25 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you had a pleasant stay on Christmas Day and that our friendly staff made you feel welcome right from the start. It's wonderful to know that your check-in process was smooth and efficient. We're thrilled that you enjoyed your meal and drinks in our relaxed and comfy restaurant. Creating a comfortable and enjoyable environment for our guests is a top priority, and we're glad to hear that it met your expectations. It's also great to hear that your 3-year-old had a good time running around with no issues—we love to create a family-friendly atmosphere. Thank you for choosing to spend your Christmas Day with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit! Warm regards Kamilla Robak
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Neil J wrote a review Dec 2023
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My recent stay at Novotel Cardiff was exceptional. The attentive staff, beautiful room, and delightful Christmas themes throughout the hotel brought joy to my little boy. The prime location enhanced our overall experience. The hotel's commitment to cleanliness and a diverse breakfast spread further impressed us. Special thanks to Barbara and Sabina, whom we met at breakfast, and Ruta for expertly organising our reservation. Highly recommended for a superb stay in the heart of Cardiff. Thank you.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 18 Dec 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Novotel Cardiff! We are delighted to hear that your recent stay with us was exceptional and that you and your little boy enjoyed the festive atmosphere. It's heartening to know that our attentive staff, beautiful rooms, and Christmas themes added to the joy of your visit. We appreciate your kind words about our prime location, commitment to cleanliness, and diverse breakfast spread. We will make sure to pass on your special thanks to Barbara, Sabina, and Ruta for their outstanding service. It's dedicated team members like them that make our guests' experiences memorable. We truly value your recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another superb stay in the heart of Cardiff. Warm Regards Kamilla Robak
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Dpadz wrote a review Dec 2023
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Everything was perfect to be honest. A minor issue with my wash basin not draining due to a faulty mechanism. Megan at the front desk at reception of the Novotel Cardiff Centre was very helpful. I'd definitely stay again next time I'm in Cardiff.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 5 Dec 2023
Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that everything was perfect during your stay, and we appreciate your understanding regarding the minor issue with the wash basin. It's especially heartening to hear that Megan at the front desk was very helpful in addressing the situation. We will make sure to pass on your compliments to her and the rest of our team. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back to Novotel Cardiff Centre the next time you're in Cardiff. If there's anything specific you enjoyed or if there's anything we can do to make your next stay even better, please let us know. Warm Regards Kamilla Robak
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BlueSky wrote a review Nov 2023
37 contributions6 helpful votes
Stayed on business last week. The breakfast was good, staff were friendly and the pool/gym area was great! The room however was not. There were holes in the wall and desk where items had maybe previously been? The air conditioning had a fault and wouldn't work, an issue my colleague in a separate room also had. There were also cracks in the paint up the wall, and the bathroom has mouldy silicon and grout in the shower area. My bathmat had a hole in it and another towel had gaps where it was threadbare. To top it all off there were hairs in the bath! Won't be returning until the hotel is refurbed, you can tell that it has potential and was once a high standard hotel. If only it could return to that!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Kaytravelsandeats wrote a review Nov 2023
London, United Kingdom15 contributions19 helpful votes
ANTHONY!!! Every single time we come to Cardiff we stay here because of Anthony. He is polite, funny and knowledgeable. He is the biggest asset to Novotel. He always has a smile and is very welcoming.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 25 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic feedback! We're absolutely delighted to hear about your positive experiences with Anthony during your stays at Novotel in Cardiff. Anthony is indeed a valuable member of our team, and we greatly appreciate your kind words regarding his politeness, humor, and knowledge. We're grateful to have guests like you who recognize and appreciate exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming you back to Novotel on your future visits to Cardiff! Warm regards Kamilla Robak
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Liz H wrote a review Nov 2023
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Had a night away in Cardiff and stayed here, the room was lovely and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful, food was good for value and only a 5 to 10 mins walk away from the city center. Would fully recommend staying here for business or social.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 22 Nov 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a lovely and comfortable stay during your night away in Cardiff. It's wonderful that you found our staff to be very friendly and helpful, and that you enjoyed the good value for food. We're pleased to be conveniently located, just a short 5 to 10-minute walk away from the city centre. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate your kind words. Whether it's for business or social purposes, we look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Cardiff. Warm regards Kamilla Robak
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jockfoy wrote a review Nov 2023
Cardiff, United Kingdom5 contributions2 helpful votes
Excellent and friendly service. Anthony, in particular is prepared to go that extra mile. The food is very good with pleasant and efficient service. No cash is taken at the bar which is only a very minor irritation for as I like to tip with cash!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 22 Nov 2023
Thank you for your kind words and feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a tops experience with excellent and friendly service. We'll make sure to pass on your appreciation to Anthony for going the extra mile. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the very good food and experienced pleasant and efficient service. We appreciate your understanding regarding the cashless policy at the bar, and we'll take your feedback into consideration as we aim to make our guests' experiences as seamless as possible. We look forward to welcoming you back! Warm regards Kamilla Robak
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HK$719 - HK$1,181 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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