Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 78 min drive
Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
Cardiff Central Station - 12 min walk
Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) - 12 min walk
Restaurants
Bru Coffee & Gelato - 7 min walk
YO! Sushi - 8 min walk
The Place to Eat in John Lewis - 8 min walk
Slim Chickens - 8 min walk
The Grazing Shed - 9 min walk
About this property
ibis budget Cardiff Centre
When you stay at ibis budget Cardiff Centre, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Castle. Also, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Principality Stadium. The helpful staff and central location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Snack bar/deli
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Hand-held shower heads
Portable shower seat
Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
Visual fire alarm
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 8.5 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does ibis budget Cardiff Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis budget Cardiff Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at ibis budget Cardiff Centre?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis budget Cardiff Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at ibis budget Cardiff Centre?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around ibis budget Cardiff Centre like?
Ibis budget Cardiff Centre is in Cardiff City Centre, a short 15-minute walk from Principality Stadium and 15 minutes' walk from Cardiff Castle. Travellers say that the local area is good for shopping and very central.
ibis budget Cardiff Centre Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Good for Business Trips
Stay here frequently for business. Staff is always helpful and rooms clean. Only downside is the occasional fire alarms going off from the showers in the room. Overall, good place and well located near the city centre/Cardiff Central Station.
Nick
Nick, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
6 Nov 2024
First impressions were not great. There was sone unidentified dried goop in our room door card reader and we were met with the smell of sulphur / eggs when we walked in which did not make me feel at ease. The room was very institutional looking and whilst mostly clean there was an ominous looking dark brown stain under the sink which made me feel squeamish. The shower and sink are in the bedroom which made the room feel like a prison cell.
I thought the bed was very comfortable but there are no plugs bu the bed. The only power point was across the room under the telly.
The horel was very cheap and convenient and you could park for 24 hours for £11. Its also 10 mins walk from st davids cemtre and the utilita arena.
I probably wouldn't stay again because of the smell and institutional feel. Id rather spend more money and feel relaxed but if you are looking for a cheap convenient base its ok.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
5 Nov 2024
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2024
Very good
I’ve stayed in a few inexpensive hotels over the years. This ranks among the best.
Start with the negative. Room not quite ready on arrival but they did allow me to leave my case. One towel was slightly damp but this wasn’t an issue. I’ve never been expected to pay extra for my tea, coffee and kettle.
Positive’s. The reception were very friendly and helpful but also managed to be professional. The room was prepared very well. The housekeeping staff were obviously working to a high standard the ones I met were very pleasant. The bed was comfortable and the shower, although basic, was easy to use and effective. Apart from the lack of tea making equipment everything that you expect was there. The lighting was very well done which may seem s small point but made the room feel more pleasant, as did the efficient heating.
One more point. The hotel is quite well located and seemed quiet on my visit.
I’ve never stayed in any of this chains hotels. They are high on my list now though. Recommend.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 Nov 2024
Ebi
Ebi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2024
Would stay again
Room was clean and was suited to me and my 2 daughters. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely book Ibis Budget again.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Oct 2024
Good place to spend a night.
Good hotel. Rooms are small but clean and comfortable. Parking is convenient if you reserve ahead. Check in was quick and easy. Very convenient location. Basic room,good shower, clean.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
9 Oct 2024
The was not air conditioning and the coolant was not working effectively with the window opening restricted. The drains smell badly and too basic. Could do with giving customers complimentary bottle of water as the least. I wouldn’t recommend
Olufunmilola
Olufunmilola, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2024
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2024
Ibis
Nice size room. Close to train station and city centre.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
Incredible value for money, no frills hotel in a perfect location
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
1 Oct 2024
Staff overworked and very busy. Very basic limited breakfast. Strange smell in corridors and could do with a clean. No kettle in room and had to pay deposit plus for tea/sugar/coffee. On returning home they d charged me twice for deposit. Had to pay £10 parking on top
GERAINT
GERAINT, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
29 Sep 2024
We did not stay
stephen
stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
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4/10 Fair
22 Sep 2024
Chi Chung
Chi Chung, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Sep 2024
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Sep 2024
MARK
MARK, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Sep 2024
M D
M D, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
13 Sep 2024
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Sep 2024
Comfortable for a one night stay. Functional and clean, it is good value for a budget hotel in the area
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Sep 2024
Jason
Jason, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sep 2024
We stayed looking out of the back of the hotel where they were rubbish bins overflowing the car park is very small so we're go and parking the different Hotel just down the road that the staff told us about but it was great to be able to walk to the city center 10 minute walk if that in the evening we walked five minutes to the next Hotel where we could use their restaurant for evening meal if you don't want to go into town
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
1 Sep 2024
Worst experience ever! Ended up leaving after 1 night