Gabalfa Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Gabalfa

The Parkgate Hotel
Lovely hotel would definitely stay again, Clean room Breakfast lovely As you would expect for star ratings
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Celtic Manor Resort
Great location to the conference I was attending
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Park Plaza Cardiff
Check in was easy and the reception staff said let them know if I needed anything. I wanted green teabags and asked for them over 2 days about 4 times. Eventually, Georgia, the reception supervisor, put them in the room herself, so I had them for my last evening…… I’d asked for a walk-in shower but ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

The Angel Hotel
Unfortunately from arrival it didn’t start well. Prior to arrival we were given a discounted parking code that had expired and was told on arrival that they no longer give codes out despite giving an expired code via email before arrival. Room is dated and needs an upgrade. Bed was very soft and ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room clean but carpet stained and dusty in corners, no soap container so soap was sliding all over the bathroom top so had to keep it on a towel to soak up the water
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Cardiff Marriott Hotel
We have had some lovely stays at this hotel, however, not so great on this occasion. The room was comfortable and the staff helpful. We had a problem with the air conditioning not working and the concierge did try to get it fixed but was unsuccessful so provided us with a floor standing fan which ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gabalfa

Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

Llandaff
Visitors to Llandaff like its monuments and historical sites, and Insole Court is a sight worth a stop.

Cathays
Cathays is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Cardiff area, you might plan a trip to National Museum Cardiff or Caerphilly Mountain.

Whitchurch
Whitchurch is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Forest Farm Country Park, a top place to visit in the area.

Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Riverside
You might appreciate the river views and historical sites in Riverside, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Principality Stadium and Caerphilly Mountain are just a few notable stops.
