Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff

4.0 star property

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A modern interior with a bar area, a staircase, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
A high-rise building with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a distinctive rooftop structure.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a blue armchair, and a small table with a kettle and cup.
A modern dining area with a brick wall, hanging spherical lights, and a glass railing overlooking a garden.
A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a counter with a computer and various bottles.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Meridian Gate, Bute Terrace, Cardiff, Wales, CF102FL
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(72 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, City View

  • City view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room (Panoramic View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Cardiff City Centre, Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff is within a 5-minute walk of Utilita Arena Cardiff and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Cardiff Bay. This 4-star hotel has 215 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. David's - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bute Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knoops - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Giovanni's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Duke of Wellington - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. Self parking is available for GBP 25 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out.
Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tafarn Bar & Kitchen

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (4,306 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (46 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 21 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

This hotel is situated in Cardiff City Centre, just steps from Utilita Arena Cardiff, and within a 10-minute walk of Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium. You'll also find Cardiff Castle and St. David's less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 25 per night. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff include a casino on the premises?

No, Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include 24-hour room service, premium bedding, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

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

Does Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Tafarn Bar & Kitchen.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

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

What is the closest airport to Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

The closest major airport to Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 12.1 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 21.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff that offer a balcony.

Does Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff.

Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fun with the staff especially Mark
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location for city centre, large room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room,bed so comfy ,the breakfast was really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location to all amenities, room really spacious and breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited breakfast choices. Property old. Needs renovation and refurbishing of furniture. The property is centrally located. Near restaurants and tourist attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

james

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
really really tired hotel wifi didn’t work breakfast was terrible
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent place to stay parking onsite clean friendly and great access for the city.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Room was lovely, great loaction, really helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size. The staff were friendly & helpful. Shame about the lack of WiFi signal 😒in our room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No bath plug Hair dryer didn’t work Hotel looks shabby
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorcas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean. I enjoyed the English breakfast I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff big room with bath and shower
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel we were on the top floor amazing views over Cardiff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, decent bathroom and shower. Room was very bare, tired and sad looking! Room didn’t feel 4* at all! They’re in the middle of changing to a new hotel brand called Majestic. But great location for the utilita arena.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Central Location - friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and comfortable bed. Great breakfast choices.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan

Great location but rooms need a renovation - they are very dated with old carpet and bed. No housekeeping unless requested.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Decent room with a bath and a shower Managed to check in at 1130 which freed up my day
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredible room and Service thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gentlemen on reception was very helpful, room a good size, shower was fabulous. Nreakfast was very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025