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Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Principality Stadium
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Daily full breakfast (GBP 15.95 per person)
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 1GD
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Cardiff City Centre, Clayton Hotel Cardiff is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. This 216-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. David's - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cardiff University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Western (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waterloo Tea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Cross - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cambrian Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Côte - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Principality Stadium
At Clayton Hotel Cardiff, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out.
TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • View Bar & Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 7.95 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Clayton Hotel Cardiff formerly Maldron Hotel Cardiff
Clayton Hotel formerly Maldron Hotel
Clayton Cardiff formerly Maldron Cardiff
Clayton Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

Clayton Hotel Cardiff provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

This hotel is situated in Cardiff City Centre within a short 7-minute walk of Principality Stadium and also 11 minutes on foot from Cardiff Castle. You'll also find Cardiff Bay and Utilita Arena Cardiff less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Clayton Hotel Cardiff include a casino on the premises?

No, Clayton Hotel Cardiff doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include city views and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Clayton Hotel Cardiff have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Clayton Hotel Cardiff serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at View Bar & Restaurant.

Does Clayton Hotel Cardiff allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Clayton Hotel Cardiff though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

The closest major airport to Clayton Hotel Cardiff is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 11.9 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 21.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Clayton Hotel Cardiff?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Clayton Hotel Cardiff.

Clayton Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1013 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was lovely clean plus close to the train station and easy to get to the shops
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, clean and good all round
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dylan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was pleasant. Staff were great. Won’t stay again, as like most hotels these days you couldn’t open a window and I felt as if I was getting a cold every time I was in the room. Once outside the feeling of being. Invest up went.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mehdi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was excellent with a lovely view over the city and river, in the distance. The staff were all so friendly, helpful and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very central. Frequent viditors
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Omaha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room with views across the city, comfortable bed, nice and clean. Great shower. Only cam across reception staff and they were really lovely and friendly. Would not hesitate to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dharmesh, Birmingham

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Standard business hotel close to cardiff station. Quality of the hot food breakfast buffet was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovy heolful staff. Couldnt do enough for us
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aysha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ac did keep the room cool when we worked out how to work it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing that could have been better was better temperature control on 11 th floor. It was a bit hot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location for shops and station. Easy walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Was given very littl33
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025