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Cardiff University

8.6/5 (400 reviews)
Founded by Royal Charter in 1883 and located in the heart of the thriving Welsh capital, Cardiff University has built an international reputation for the quality of its work.
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Activities

The Wandering Bard's Valley Tour or the Swansea Bay Tour.

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

NZ$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience

NZ$135
per adult
Cardiff: Alcotraz Immersive Prison Cocktail Experience
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

NZ$37
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour

NZ$39
per adult
Cardiff: Doctor Who City Walking Tour
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs Scenic Day Tour

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

NZ$198
per adult
Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Bays & Castles Day Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

NZ$199
per adult
Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Cathays Hotel Deals

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$119 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$119
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,211 reviews)
"The hotel was great, lovely interior and very friendly and helpful staff. Only issue there was no car park although I saw there was meant to be. There was a sign to a car park for the hotel but it was closed off and we were informed to park across the road and pay £24 for overnight parking at the ..."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$309 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$309
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,795 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! The staff were super helpful and the facilities were perfect. The room was perfect and large. Very well maintained and clean. Personally I would have preferred a little amenities kit in the bathroom and I was slightly disappointed with the breakfast. With a buffet I expected more ..."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

The Parkgate Hotel
Celtic Manor Resort

Celtic Manor Resort

5 out of 5
Chepstow Road Newport Wales
The price is NZ$241 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$241
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,396 reviews)
"Staff welcoming, happy and helpful"

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$200 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$200
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was nice lots of children made it loud The jacuzzi was like warm no pad locks so had to leave valuables in locked not really four star experience We were offered a bottle of wine on arrival which was a nice touch Lost its charm good location though Car park with 25% discount was £45 ..."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
Future Inns Cardiff Bay

Future Inns Cardiff Bay

4 out of 5
Hemingway Road Cardiff Bay Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$166 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$166
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,588 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable. Good sized bathroom with bath and shower. Pleasant, helpful staff. Free parking was a bonus. The restaurant was a nice place to eat, but vegetarian menu is too limited. There was only one vegetarian main on the menu. As we were staying for 2 nights, we needed to ..."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
easyHotel Cardiff

easyHotel Cardiff

3 out of 5
1-3 Fitzalan Place Cardiff Wales
The price is NZ$100 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$100
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Hottest days of the year and the air conditioning was ice cold,the staff we happy and very helpful,I would recommend to anyone"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

easyHotel Cardiff
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Our guide on where to stay in Cathays

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Cardiff aerial view panorama in Wales capital cityscape 360 panoramic skyline feat. River Taff, Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, famous landmarks and city center downtown streets from above in UK

Cardiff City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Open Photo by Roger Cornfoot

Risca East

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Risca East and surrounding area, you can visit Twmbarlwm Mountain and Cwmcarn Forest Drive Lake.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Wales Millennium Centre or Cardiff Bay Water Feature might round out your trip.

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Open Photo by Gareth James

Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

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