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A patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two nightstands with lamps, and a small wooden table in front of the bed.

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

John

S$198

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

A room with a wall decorated with various framed pictures and a large green text spelling 'CROESO'.

The entrance to Hotel Indigo with a reception desk, seating area, and a tiled interior.

2. Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.9 km from Sophia Gardens

Ieuan

S$121

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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 grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a large chandelier.

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

3. The Parkgate Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

CIDDRA

S$173

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A multi-story hotel with a reflective water body in front, featuring a modern architectural design with balconies and uniform windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

4. Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG

Atlantic Wharf, 2.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Steve

S$145

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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

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

Sibtain

S$188

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

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

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

Stuart

S$162

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

A plate of breakfast with eggs, sausages, beans, tomatoes, and toast, accompanied by a cup of coffee and a glass of orange juice.

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

7. The Maltsters Arms

Llandaff, 2.3 km from Sophia Gardens

alan

S$103

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A brick building with arched windows and a prominent entrance labeled "HOTEL 10".

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

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

8. The Spires Serviced Apartments Cardiff

Pontcanna, 0.2 km from Sophia Gardens

Sarah

S$118

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

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$136

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

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.

10. Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Benjamin

S$91

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and modern lighting fixtures.

11. Park Plaza Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre, 1 km from Sophia Gardens

Julie

S$147

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 modern hotel lobby with seating areas, large windows offering city views, and a central coffee table.

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Mathew

S$116

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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.

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

Pontcanna, 0.7 km from Sophia Gardens

Kate

S$92

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a bar in the background.

14. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

Castle Quarter, 0.6 km from Sophia Gardens

philip

S$112

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 waterfront cityscape with a prominent clock tower, a modern building, and a bridge reflecting in calm waters.

15. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Cat

S$117

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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.

16. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Butetown, 2.8 km from Sophia Gardens

Almalyn

S$111

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A bar area with stools, tables, and a checkered floor.

The exterior of the Leonard Hotel with a large arched entrance, a sign for Oddsocks Bar & Kitchen, and a Christmas decoration.

A living room with a fireplace, a red armchair, a brown leather armchair, a white sofa, and a wooden chest.

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, wooden cabinets, and a patterned floor.

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

Castle Quarter, 1.1 km from Sophia Gardens

Arindam

S$129

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 hotel room with a bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a TV, and a city view.

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

18. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Castle Quarter, 1.3 km from Sophia Gardens

Priyanka

S$162

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a 'CARDIFF' sign, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

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

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

19. easyHotel Cardiff

Adamsdown, 1.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Andrew

S$60

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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.

20. The Coal Exchange Hotel

Butetown, 2.6 km from Sophia Gardens

Caroline

S$92

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Sophia Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Parador44	9.8 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,505 reviews	View
The Parkgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,804 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 328 reviews	View
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Angel Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The outside of the hotel needed some TLC but the inside was wonderful. Hoyle was clean and well maintained"

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and had everything needed for a good night sleep"

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff so friendly"

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Idea for attending events at the utilita arena"

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

8/10 Good

"Bit tired in places in the room overall had a really nice stay and would go back"

The Parkgate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Really impressed with the hotel - all the staff were friendly and helpful, we had a lovely corner room that was clean and well supplied, the bed was very comfy and we enjoyed an excellent breakfast in the morning! Would definitely go back!"

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

8/10 Good

"Everything is very good.thank you"

Park Plaza Cardiff

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel,great location and very friendly staff"

Novotel Cardiff Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful establishment brilliant staff and helpful lovely clean room"

Other attractions near Sophia Gardens

A historic castle with multiple towers and a spire, surrounded by lush greenery.

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 flag, surrounded by grassy hills 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 great live music 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 lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.

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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 top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

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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 entertainment choices 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 361 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 Clayton Hotel Cardiff.

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

Expedia has 361 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, Techniquest or St. Fagans National Museum of History. Cardiff Castle, New Theatre and Insole Court 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. Park Plaza Cardiff

12. Clayton Hotel Cardiff

13. 3 Luxury En-suite Bedrooms

14. Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre by IHG

15. Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

16. Future Inns Cardiff Bay

17. Leonardo Hotel Cardiff

18. Cardiff Marriott Hotel

19. easyHotel Cardiff

20. The Coal Exchange Hotel

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Top Sophia Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Angel Hotel

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Hotel Indigo Cardiff by IHG

Cardiff Bute Terrace Hotel

Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday

The Parkgate Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Park Plaza Cardiff

Novotel Cardiff Centre

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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