Pontcanna Inn

3.5 star property
Inn with a restaurant, near Principality Stadium

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Front of property
Restaurant
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Snug Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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36 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff, Wales, CF11 9UQ
  • Place, Sophia Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bute Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Snug Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Pontcanna within a short walk of Cardiff Castle, Pontcanna Inn is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Principality Stadium. This 10-room, 3.5-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sophia Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bute Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cardiff University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St. David's - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ninian Park Station - 17 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pontcanna Inn
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Secret Garden Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KIN+ILK - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Pontcanna Inn

Inn with a restaurant, near Principality Stadium
At Pontcanna Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This smoke-free inn also has a garden.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and fans are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 12 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 10:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 4 to 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 4.00 to 16.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per day(7 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM

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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Pontcanna Inn?

Pontcanna Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Pontcanna Inn?

This inn is situated in Pontcanna within a short 15-minute walk of Cardiff Castle and also 18 minutes on foot from Principality Stadium. You'll also find Sophia Gardens and Bute Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Pontcanna Inn?

No, this inn doesn't offer parking.

Does Pontcanna Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Pontcanna Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pontcanna Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Pontcanna Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this inn.

Does Pontcanna Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Pontcanna Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Pontcanna Inn serves a full breakfast on weekend mornings for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Pontcanna Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Pontcanna Inn for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Pontcanna Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Pontcanna Inn?

The closest major airport to Pontcanna Inn is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 11.8 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 22.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Pontcanna Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Pontcanna Inn.

Pontcanna Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 187 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Aland

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

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Clean and comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. Food and drink excellent. Hotel had no parking which to me is an issue and can be stressful. Otherwise no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, comfortable rooms in an excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. The room was very nice and big, and even though we didn’t have a dog, it was really nice to see that dogs were welcome. All the staff were super friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and visit again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room and meals were very good. Easy walk to Cardiff Castle and shopping precinct. Parking is very limited in the area and was a hassle when we first arrived
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole package! Great vibe and lovely room , was quiet when I wanted quiet and fun otherwise. Solid food and drink with patio options and fantastic location. I wish them all the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pontcanna Inn is a funky place to stay, the room was clean, spacious and boutique style. The vibe of the bar area downstairs was fun and cool during the daytime, we arrived on a Saturday. We were visiting for a concert and it was a great location to the Principality Stadium. When we arrived back at the hotel after the concert, it was a very different vibe. It was extremely busy, full of the younger generation drinking, sticky floors, lots of empty glasses and felt uninviting to hotel guests. We wanted to have a drink before heading to our room, but couldn’t get served at the busy bars and there was no where to sit as it was so busy. We ended up walking to the local garage to get drinks for the room. The noise downstairs was loud but stopped after about 12:30pm when they have stopped serving at the bars. It would be nice if they had a quieter section of the Inn for hotel guests. Also there was nothing to stop anyone waking up to the rooms where guests are staying. They have door men, but they are very pre occupied with the busyness of the bars. We did not stay for breakfast because only a few hours prior it was in quite a mess. I realise this is an Inn, but the environment it became was was not for us at all, which was ashame because our initial reactions were all positive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good times

Really great staff. The room was spacious and some nice touches. Air con would have been good but the fan in room was welcome. Was expecting a bit of noise but didn't notice anything. Breakfast was tasty but was unsure what was/not included. Great location for stadium which is why we stayed there. Would go again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

8/10 Good

Danny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Really nice place. Was only there for one night for Oasis gig. Room quite small but really nice. Great shower and everything you need for nice stay. Clearly the price I paid had been hiked because of the concert but that applies to every hotel in Cardiff. Overall I was really happy with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accommodation was awesome. Perfect stay for a girls night away. The bar downstairs was great and staff really friendly and happy to help. Spot on location for easy walk into the city.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phoebe

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. The room we stayed in was very well presented, clean and comfortable. Spacious shower in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff, vibrant atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025