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Hotel Overview and Details

1 Park Place, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 3UD

“The hotel's central location made exploring Cardiff incredibly convenient and enjoyable.”view full review

Leonardo Hotel Cardiff - Victorian hotel near Cardiff Queen Street station

Located in Cardiff Centre, 1-minute walk from Cardiff Queen Street station. Features 142 rooms, 9 meeting rooms accommodating 10-250 people, and ODDSOCKS Kitchen and Bar serving all-day dining. Conference facilities include LCD projectors, screens, and audio-visual equipment. On-site parking available for £25/night (55 spaces). Hotel is 0.5 miles from Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, and Motorpoint Arena. 35-minute drive from Cardiff Airport with bus service available. Room service and laundry services provided. Free WiFi throughout.

Additional perks of the hotel

Conference executive service for events

Hot/cold lunch service in restaurant or breakout areas

Whitehall and Princes Suites accommodate up to 250 people

NCP parking nearby at Greyfriars Road (£32.95/24h)

Accessible toilets in public areas

Wheelchair accessible rooms available

Illy coffee served on-site

Room Options

Standard double rooms and junior suites available. Double rooms feature 1 bed with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower/bath, and hairdryer. Suites include 2 beds, sofa, and additional living space. All rooms equipped with Dream beds, work areas, and laptop safes.

Other conveniences

Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Tea/coffee making facilities

Safe deposit box

Wardrobe

Carpeted floors

Electric kettle

Iron and ironing board

AM/FM alarm clock

Complimentary toiletries

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.

Standard Single Room

Max:

1 person

6 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

13 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Heating

Air conditioning

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Available Transport Modes List

City Centre

Cardiff500 m

Airports

Cardiff (CWL) 22.6 km

Bristol (BRS) 75.1 km

Train

Cardiff Central Railway Station800 m

Bus

Bus stop400 m

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Comfortable Accommodations

“I really enjoyed my stay in a king-sized room; the bed was incredibly comfortable and made for a relaxing night. The air conditioning kept the room really cool, great given the weather. It truly reminded me of a cozy retreat after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast at the hotel was a good way to start my morning. I was impressed by the variety offered, including a hot English breakfast and an array of pastries. The coffee machine allowed me to customize my drink exactly how I liked it, making breakfast a highlight of my stay.” view full review

Luxurious Shower Experience

“The bathroom was beautifully designed with both overhead and handheld shower options, providing a luxurious experience. The heated towel rack was a lovely touch, ensuring that my towels were warm and cute after a refreshing shower.” view full review

Spacious and Clean Room

“I was really surprised by the spaciousness of the room. It was well-equipped and impeccably clean, providing a perfect retreat space. The thoughtful layout ensured I had ample storage, made my stay even more comfortable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

1 Park Place, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 3UD

Map view

1 Park Place, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 3UD

City landmarks

Landmark

Cardiff Castle

640 m

Landmark

Principality Stadium

990 m

Museum

National Museum Cardiff

1.4 km

Stadium

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff

620 m

Park

Bute Park

2.7 km

Landmark

Cardiff Bay

2.3 km

Mall

St David's Dewi Sant

770 m

Landmark

Wales National Ice Rink

870 m

Market

Cardiff Market

690 m

Museum

Techniquest

2.3 km

Art object

Animal Wall

690 m

University

Cardiff University

680 m

Landmark

Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama

750 m

Landmark

BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park

740 m

Landmark

Tramshed Cardiff

1.2 km

Nearby

Church

St David's Metropolitan Cathedral

290 m

Church

The City Parish of St John the Baptist

380 m

Shopping Area

Capitol Shopping Centre

410 m

Museum

Museum of Cardiff

380 m

Public Building

City Hall

370 m

11 St David's Way St David's - Dewi Sant

Statue of Sir Gareth Edwards

370 m

Gallery

Martin Tinney Gallery

390 m

Mall

Duke Street Arcade

390 m

Mall

High Street Arcade

460 m

Shopping Area

Castle Quarter Arcade

530 m

Gallery

Kooywood Gallery

510 m

Museum

Firing Line Museum of The Queen's Dragoon Guards and The Royal Welsh at Cardiff Castle

450 m

Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Cardiff

370 m

Public Building

Mansion House

460 m

Womanby Street

Castle Emporium

570 m

Restaurants

Henry's Cafe Bar

40 m

Park Chambers Park Place Park Place

Bellini's Italiano Park Place

40 m

1 Park Place City Centre

Oddsocks Bar & Kitchen

70 m

1 Park Place

Second Cup

60 m

95 Queen Street

Heavenly Desserts

170 m

Windsor Court 1-3 Windsor Place

Greensvegan

220 m

10 Windsor Place

33 Windsor Place

270 m

33 Windsor Place

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays

84%

Guests loved the hotel and would gladly return

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.6

Location

9.6

Service

9.4

Dining

8.8

Ava

United Kingdom, January 2025

8.0/10

Our room was spacious and clean, and the breakfast was great! The hotel's central location made it easy to explore Cardiff. The staff were always pleasant and helpful. We had a wonderful time, however there were issues with some things.

Rooms

10.0

Our Superior King Room was spacious, well-equipped, and impeccably clean. The bed linen was great!

Service

9.0

All the staff were pleasant and helpful, always ready to assist.

Location

10.0

The hotel's central location made it easy to reach museums, shops, and restaurants.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast had a wide variety, and the staff kept it replenished and hot.

Facilities

7.0

Nothing noteworthy about the facilities, but our experience was very positive overall.

Samantha

United Kingdom, December 2024

9.0/10

The hotel is amazing and very central, close to everything. The staff are caring and engaging; it was a great experience.

Rooms

9.0

My room was comfortable and well-equipped. The beds were very comfortable.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect; it's within walking distance of many attractions.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast offered plenty of variety and was well-prepared.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were clean and well-maintained.

James

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.0/10

Amazing location, good breakfast, friendly staff, but a few hiccups. We had a plumbing problem in our first room, but we were quickly moved. The second room was cold, but extra blankets were quickly provided. A great location for exploring Cardiff!

Rooms

6.0

First room had plumbing issues, second room was cold, but staff were very responsive to problems.

Service

9.0

Staff were very helpful and friendly, responding quickly to our issues.

Location

10.0

Fantastic location in the city center, perfect for sightseeing.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was very good with vegetarian sausages available.

Facilities

5.0

Shower was a bit tricky to use, and the A/C wasn't working well.

Zoe

United Kingdom, May 2024

9.0/10

Cardiff trip was awesome! The hotel was fab, comfy beds, and great breakfast.

Rooms

9.0

Room was bigger than expected, beds were comfy, and there was even a kettle and fridge!

Service

9.0

Reception staff were friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

It was easy to get around from here.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was simple but had everything we needed.

Facilities

7.0

Not much to comment on, but what I used was fine.

Isaac

United Kingdom, March 2024

9.0/10

Great location, comfy room, and delicious food! The staff were super friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Would definitely return!

Rooms

9.0

Our Junior Suite was spacious, clean, and well-lit. A lovely surprise!

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly polite and helpful, always willing to go the extra mile. They even provided discount vouchers for food and drinks!

Location

10.0

Perfectly situated, just a 5-minute walk from the train station and in the heart of Cardiff.

Dining

9.0

The grilled salmon in the restaurant was excellent, and breakfast in the room was only an extra £6!