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The Maltsters Arms

3.5 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a poster advertising the hotel.
Daily full breakfast for a fee
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a mirror.
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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42-44 Cardiff Road, Llandaff, Cardiff, Wales, CF5 2DS
  • Place, Cardiff Metropolitan University
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Llandaff Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Insole Court
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, two bedside lamps, a tray with toiletries, and a view of the room's patterned wallpaper.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a patterned carpet, and a large mirror.

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a door.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, a mirror, and a bathroom.

Double or Twin Room

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

About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Llandaff within a 5-minute walk of Llandaff Cathedral, The Maltsters Arms is within a 15-minute stroll of St. Fagan's Castle. This 5-room, 3.5-star inn has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cardiff Metropolitan University - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Fagan's Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Llandaff Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Insole Court - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Waun-gron Park Station - 12 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tesco Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Maltsters Arms Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Halfway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Black Lion Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Maltsters Arms

Guests of The Maltsters Arms have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs. Select Comfort beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, portable fans, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 9.75 per person
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

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 9.75 per person

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Maltsters Arms Cardiff
The Maltsters Arms Inn Cardiff
The Maltsters Arms Inn
The Maltsters Arms Inn
The Maltsters Arms Cardiff
The Maltsters Arms Inn Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Maltsters Arms?

This inn is situated in Llandaff within a 10-minute walk of Insole Court and St. Fagan's Castle. You'll also find Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Maltsters Arms?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Maltsters Arms on Aug 9, 2026 start from $77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Maltsters Arms?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Maltsters Arms feature a casino?

No, The Maltsters Arms doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Maltsters Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The Maltsters Arms?

At this adults-only inn, amenities that appeal to couples include a Select Comfort mattress, a city view in some guestrooms, as well as a restaurant.

Does The Maltsters Arms have a hot tub?

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

Does The Maltsters Arms have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Maltsters Arms serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Maltsters Arms allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Maltsters Arms though service animals are welcome.

Does The Maltsters Arms have connecting rooms available?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Maltsters Arms?

The closest major airport to The Maltsters Arms is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 11 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 23.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Maltsters Arms?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Maltsters Arms.

The Maltsters Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 249 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff amazing and the rooms fantastic. Food also nice if u eat in with added bonus of free parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

fab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved everything staff amazing and friendly food delish thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable nights sleep, staff were great and very helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Liked that we could chose a later breakfast time, and that checkout wasn't until 11. Lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, breakfast was good and a great location just outside of the city centre. Bus service just outside the hotel. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top quality room, clean and tidy. Comfortable bed for a good nights sleep. Friendly welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable warm hotel, pleasant staff, good bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was lovely but the staff were even better! Helpful, polite and really made us welcome and nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and bar/restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kwok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice, stylish pub to stay overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spotless room. First class staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellently clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfy bed and room and a great meal. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot wth plenty of free parking and good value breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A brilliant stay, will definitely be coming again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, comfortable bed and breakfast was amazing quality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A short break in Cardiff.

The hotel is in a great location with shops and restaurants just across the road and a short walk to the river, plus with the bus stop right outside getting to the city centre was easy too. The bed was comfy and an excellent breakfast made it a refreshing stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great stay at The Maltsters Lovely staff doing it right every time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Checked in online so quick and easy and show to our room straight away. Room was spacious well decorated and warm. Plenty of tea, coffee etc. Bathroom spacious and toiletries. Breakfast freshly cooked and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DEREK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Room Great Staff Great Food Would use again 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay. When I drive down to Cardiff in the future, I will be staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tarra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location good pub with helpful and friendly staff we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay and very comfortable It a convenient place to stay with good transport to the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and the staff were all so polite and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024