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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A kitchen with blue cabinets, a coffee machine, and various bottles and jars on shelves.

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden tables, and a wine rack.

A walk-in shower with a glass door, tiled walls, and a patterned floor.

1. Parador44

Castle Quarter, 0.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Brianne

S$233

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern building with a sloped roof, large windows, and outdoor seating with terracotta planters.

The entrance of Hotel Indigo with a check-in counter, seating area, and potted plants.

A bathroom with a mirror, a table with a lamp, a bottle, and a glass of water.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and wall art.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens

Joanne

S$114

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A grand lobby with a chandelier, arched windows, and a reception desk.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass railings, large windows offering city views, and a contemporary ceiling design.

A restaurant with high ceilings, arched windows, and a cozy seating area with leather chairs and tables set for dining.

A historic building with large arched windows, a grand entrance, and a well-lit facade.

3. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Mike

S$196

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, two white chairs, a round wooden table, and a kitchen area with a stove and oven.

A modern kitchen with a large sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a lake and trees, a white wall with shelves holding decorative items, and a door leading to another room.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and wall art.

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Claire

S$166

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern building with a curved glass facade, multiple flags, and a distinctive roof structure.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and a decorative plant.

A woman walking on a treadmill in a gym with large windows overlooking a body of water.

5. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

Butetown, 3.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Elizabeth

S$190

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A four-poster bed with a rolled white towel, two lamps, and patterned curtains.

A historic stone building with multiple windows and a prominent chimney.

A traditional room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and a chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with chairs.

6. Lincoln House Hotel

Pontcanna, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Juan

S$138

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a table, and a poster advertising the hotel.

A white building with a tiled roof and a sign reading "Maltsters."

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, two sinks, and a mirror.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, framed pictures, a menu board, and tables set for dining.

7. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

alan

S$105

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, grey and blue pillows, a framed bee artwork on the wall, and bedside lamps.

A modern bathroom with a white sink, a glass shower enclosure, and a mirror above the sink.

A modern kitchen with a herringbone tile backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a patterned floor.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Sarah

S$108

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A historic building with a prominent entrance labeled "The Pontecanna Inn." It features a classic architectural style with stonework and multiple windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench by the window, and a patterned wall.

A compact kitchenette with a built-in refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a kettle on a shelf.

A restaurant interior with a patterned wallpaper, a tufted leather booth, and pendant lighting.

9. Pontcanna Inn

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

David

S$134

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern dining area with blue seating and yellow chairs, large windows offering views of historic architecture.

A bar area with a wooden counter labeled "FOUR POINTS FLEX" by Sheraton, a selection of liquor bottles, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern lounge area with a round table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A modern building with a flat facade, large windows, and a corner entrance.

10. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Maddy

S$85

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a breakfast buffet, a dining area, and a view of historic buildings.

A modern hotel with a prominent "Clayton Hotel" sign, surrounded by urban infrastructure and street lighting.

A modern bar area with a glass railing, bar counter, and various bottles and glasses.

A restaurant with a high ceiling, green and white striped windows, and a view of a building with a pointed roof.

11. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Luke

S$108

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, allowing natural light to illuminate the space.

A lobby with a Christmas tree, seating areas, and decorative lights.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a bench along the side.

A bar area with a polished reflective surface, a bartender preparing a drink, and a variety of bottles in the background.

12. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Nicola

S$145

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Victorian-style building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a stone facade.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and two floating shelves with decorative items.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a television on a stand, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 0.7 km from Sophia Gardens

Michael

S$84

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a sign for a conference suite.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, a potted plant, and a clear view of the sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa, multiple cushions, a small wooden table, and potted plants.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves with bottles, and seating with cushions.

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

David

S$101

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A beach with a sandy shore, a stone wall, and a few people walking.

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Jayne

S$114

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with a wooden counter, red bar stools, and a variety of bottles. There are blue chairs and tables arranged for seating.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

A bar area with a central bar, multiple stools, and a seating area with a table.

A conference room with tables, chairs, a large screen, and a view of buildings through large windows.

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

OLIVIA

S$159

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bathtub with two glasses of champagne and a bottle of champagne.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a window with curtains.

17. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 2.6 km from Sophia Gardens

James

S$78

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white toilet, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

A modern building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign for 'easyHotel'.

A waiting area with four chairs and two tables, a door, and a poster on the wall.

18. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Helen

S$70

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A historic building with multiple floors, large windows, and a corner location.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, purple sofas, a wooden floor, and a patterned wall.

A cozy cafe with floral wallpaper, round tables, and comfortable seating.

19. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Patricia

S$116

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a yellow umbrella, and a brick building in the background.

A breakfast buffet area with coffee options, a sign for 'Express Start Breakfast', and a 'Wake Cup' sign offering fairtrade coffee.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

20. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Teri

S$97

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sophia Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,500 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,815 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"It was amazing! The room, the cleaning, the staff and the quite to sleep all was great."

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

10/10 Excellent

"Good........................."

The Angel Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Really good and tidy smashing"

Park Plaza Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Very easy hotel, had what I needed."

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Well located property very close to the station would visit again when in Cardiff"

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

8/10 Good

"Check-in took too long and key didn’t work when I got to room. Room was large and overall the hotel was good for one night."

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms were clean. Location is excellent. Feels like it needs a refresh. Issues with the lifts when we stayed"

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"Fine for a one night stay"

Hilton Cardiff

8/10 Good

"Apart from the lift issues, hotel was nice, comfortable, breakfast was amazing and location was very good. Spent 2 nights."

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

Bute Park

9.4/10 (131 reviews)

One of the great city parks of the world, Bute Park is a favoured haunt of both locals and visitors alike. First landscaped in the 18th Century by legendary garden designer Capability Brown, this 130 acre park is known as the ‘Green Heart’ of Cardiff and offers a leafy habitat for exercise, picnics and recreation, not to mention a wealth of seasonal attractions.

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A historic stone castle with a tower, surrounded by a grassy hill and trees.

Cardiff Castle

9.2/10 (1,347 reviews)

Located in the heart of the city centre, Cardiff Castle is one of Wales’ most important cultural attractions. A rich history spanning 2,000 years is contained within its walls and fairytale-style towers.

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Caerphilly Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Caerphilly Mountain during your travels in Cardiff. Discover the area's entertainment choices or seek out its local tours.

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Swalec Stadium

Home to Glamorgan County Cricket Club (Glamorgan CCC), one of Wales’ oldest and most successful clubs, the impressive SWALEC Stadium opened to great fanfare in 2008, with state-of-the-art facilities and seating capacity for up to 16,000 spectators. As well as county cricket, international test matches have been hosted at this fantastic venue since the 1990s, and major music and corporate events are also held here. Situated in the scenic Sophia Gardens Public Park in central Cardiff on the west bank of the River Taff, the stadium is just down the road from the Millennium Stadium and is easily accessed by bus, train or road.

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Blackfriars Priory

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Blackfriars Priory. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

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Gorsedd Stones

You can learn about the history of Cardiff with a trip to Gorsedd Stones. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Animal Wall

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Cardiff with a stop at Animal Wall. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.

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Welch Regiment Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Welch Regiment Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sophia Gardens?

Sophia Gardens is located in a family-friendly area of Cardiff known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 376 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Sophia Gardens?

The Angel Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sophia Gardens. Other good options close by include The Parkgate Hotel and Park Plaza Cardiff.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Sophia Gardens?

Expedia has 376 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Sophia Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sophia Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Sophia Gardens.

What can I see and do near Sophia Gardens?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum Cardiff, St. Fagans National Museum of History or Castell Coch. Cardiff Castle, New Theatre and Coal Exchange building are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can enjoy live performances at Wales Millennium Centre and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.

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Our top choices for Sophia Gardens hotels

1. Parador44

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

3. The Parkgate Hotel

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

5. voco St David's Cardiff by IHG

6. Lincoln House Hotel

7. The Maltsters Arms

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

9. Pontcanna Inn

10. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

11. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

12. Park Plaza Cardiff

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

14. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

15. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

16. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

17. The Coal Exchange Hotel

18. easyHotel Cardiff

19. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

20. Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Bay by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Sophia Gardens

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

The Angel Hotel

Park Plaza Cardiff

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Hilton Cardiff

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

Bute Park

Cardiff Castle

Caerphilly Mountain

Swalec Stadium

Blackfriars Priory

Gorsedd Stones

Animal Wall

Welch Regiment Museum

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