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Perfectly pleasant hotel. Food and decor nice. No noise even in roadside rooms. Room clean and…read moretidy, bed had seen better days though.

My wife and I just spent one night here after having been in Devon and Cornwall (qv Soar Mill Cove…read moreand Porth Avallen Hotels). Its privately owned but marketed through Best Western. This is a good example of what was once a magnificent old hotel that has seen better times, but not quite keeping up with todays modern standards. It does however seem to maintain its position as the leading hotel in Clevedon, as Rotary meets there , and is regularly used for private functions (a christening party was in progress). When booking I had asked for a room max 1st floor as my wife doesnt like using the lift (what an old fashioned one it was!), but we were on the top floor, though this is only two flights up from the 3rd floor reception. When I complained the receptionist took rather a surly attitude. Room was a bit dingy with energy saving lights, the kettle did not work properly, nor did the trouser press ! Small window with sea view across to Newport. Dinner was however quite acceptable in a rather pleasant dining room with good service, breakfast similar (except for the butter in mini 'parcels') I guess it really needs a bit more money spending on it and could be brought back to its former glory. Some extra attention to details is certainly required.

This is one of my favourite places in Cardiff. If you can't get away for a fortnights holiday to…read morerecharge your batteries, treat yourself to a day of R&R here and you will feel totally refreshed, like a power holiday in a few hours! The spa facilities are reasonably priced at £27 (you stay as long as you like) and include spa whirlpool, sauna, steam rooms, infra red sauna and relaxation area. In the garden is an American hot tub, redwood barrel sauna and cold plunge pool (try it, you might like it!). Fluffy towels are provided and bath robes can be hired at a small charge. Upstairs is the imaginatively designed lounge overlooking the garden and providing a valuable space to recline and snooze. Hot drinks are served and you're welcome to take in your own picnic, although alcohol is not permitted. For an extra special indulgence, you can book yourself in for a massage or try some shiatsu or acupuncture. The relaxation centre also provides space for therapists practising in the Feldenkrais Method, Alexander Technique and theta DNA healing. Regular classes in yoga, Pilates and meditation are also held here as well as workshops training in various therapies. The only drawback about this place is having to leave at the end of the day!

Checked in late last night. Upgraded to corner room. These are very nice. 11th floor. Great views…read more Very nice breakfast. Quiet hotel. Good nights sleep. A corner bath that's very nice big and deep. Will stay here again.

This is a lovly place to stay the rooms are a good size and excellent cleanness and a good view…read morefrom every window. The staff are very helpfull and good with helpfull information about local places to go and see and vist and great days out for the family. Also there is a good near by play area for kids.

I have just returned from a week-end break at the Balmoral and boy was i disappointed. The room was…read morevery dated and dirty. The bathroom smelt of damp and has seen much better days. The door to bedroom had at some time been forced open and door frame was coming away from wall! I have rated it with one star as staff friendly and food very good. Had 3 children with me which was difficult as we had to wonder around for hours as hotel to depressing to spend time in. Think carefully before booking!!

I recently booked this hotel through Booking.com. I was working in Cardiff for a few days and I…read morewanted somewhere central and near the train station. The Maldron is just along from the train station (Central) and sits above Viva Brasil with the entrance at the side. It is a Best Western so the hotel is nice and modern, friendly staff and decent facilities. My room was a double, floor to ceiling windows on one side but decent curtains which actually closed over the window properly. Rooms had tea and coffee, large screen tv's and ironing board and iron. The bathroom was a toilet, hand basin and bath with shower over the bath and it worked fine enough. I was only in the hotel really to sleep and didn't go to the bar or the restaurant but the room was comfortable, clean and the bed was great so I slept well. I would book to stay here again as the location is great and for breakfast, etc there are plenty of cafe's such as Starbucks, Costa and Caffe Nero where you can grab a cheap breakfast. I couldn't get the wifi (free) to work properly but I had been having issues everywhere apart from Starbucks so it may have been my laptop so I'm not letting this affect my rating. So, yep, would recommend and I may even be here next time I am visiting Cardiff for work.

New big hotel with an awesome location in the middle of Cardiff…read more Don't let the Best Western affiliation scare you away. This is a very nice hotel with spacious rooms, right across the street from the pub life of Cardiff and a ten minute walk through the busy shopping area to Cardiff Castle. Another convenience is it's right next to the Cardiff Central train station, handy if traveling by train.

I know it usually doesn't get very warm in Cardiff, Wales but this hotel seriously needs a major…read morerenovation. There is a definite pattern in the quality of hotels that the Trafalgar Tour Company books for it's escorted tours. Everything about our tour was excellent except for the hotels. This particular hotel was one of three that I stayed at earlier this month that I would never in a million years choose for myself. Cons: - One block from the Cardiff Prison. That is really heart warming. Look at the map. - No ventilation or fans in the rooms and we could not open our window. They only have A/C in the lobby. - They need new carpet because it is very worn and it looks awful. - Elevators are old and really slow. I think there are only two. I opted to take the stairs the morning we checked out and got trapped in the stairwell with a bunch of people from my tour group. Our coach was leaving for England in 5 minute, so I ended up busting out of the Emergency Exit on the ground floor. After checking all the locked doors on every floor I really didn't care if the sirens and alarms went off. There are no good signs for the regular stairs. - Emergency Stair Well - No phones or ways to communicate with the outside world when you get stuck in there and all the doors lock behind you. Pros: - The lobby has A/C. Unfortunately, I can't sleep in the lobby. - Cardiff has some nice sites to see. Visit the Cardiff Castle if you have time. This was the best tour and we could actually sit on the furniture and touch some stuff. - We had a great dinner at the Sutton Mawr Farm which isn't too far away. I wish we could have stayed at their B&B instead of the Park Inn. - The Wi-Fi was free. If it had not been I would have deducted another star. I cannot believe this is part of the Radisson chain of hotels because it really needs a serious renovation. It is one step up from the Holiday Inn hotels I stayed at in England. Recommendations: - Check out a B & B in the country so you can enjoy the scenery. - Really check out the hotels on your itinerary if a tour company books the hotels for you. I really think this is how they make their money. They get a good group rate for a dump and they pocket the difference.

This is a fantastic hotel that offers real value for money. It certainly can't be beaten for…read morelocation. It sits right opposite the CIA and backs on to John Lewis and the St David's complex. The train and bus station is a 5 minute walk away. I haven't always lived in the city so if I was ever going to gigs it was a good place to stay if booked further enough in advance. The main desk is in a unique courtyard area. I remember when it used to look like a townscape painted onto the walls so its a definite improvement. I've always found the staff to be really accommodating and while the rooms aren't the most glamourous they are conformable and have everything you need plus wifi. Rooms usually cost under £100 included breakfast and I've ever stayed here for around £50 once.

I stayed here for business for 6 nights. The room was very comfortable. Mattress and linens…read morecomfortable, a/c worked well, there was a mini-fridge, and in room safe, iron. The free wi-fi worked well. The bathroom only had a shower, but it was nice with a rainhead. Breakfast was included in my rate and was pretty standard, nothing special. The location is about a 5 min walk to the Cardiff Queen Street train station and is surrounded by tons of shopping. The staff were very helpful. My only downside was the walls were thin and I could hear the people in the room next to me. It was pretty noisy, so I don't know if I would stay there again. Other than that, good stay for a moderate priced hotel.

I just stayed at the Thistle for business for a single night and was quite pleased. The room I had…read morewas larger than expected with what seemed like a crazy high ceiling. The bed was nice and large, and the wifi was completely free - very good for a hotel stay especially as it was also a decent speed. I'm always fanatical about hotel showers and this one did not disappoint - it was a rain shower of some description. All in all, I would prioritise staying here as a matter of course the next time I'm in Cardiff. It's only a short walk from Queens Street station which itself is just three minutes from Cardiff Central station by train.

This is a lovely country house hotel hidden away. They are…read moreopen for stays and afternoon teas, lunch, dinner, etc. The best place for a wedding or even a romantic break. This hotel is maintained to the highest standars and is spotlessly clean. The owner is eccentric but lovely and could't make you feel more welcome. Nothing is too much trouble. This truly is a hidden gem!

I agree with 'mollie1771'. I was born and bred in Porthkerry in the 1950's and used to know the…read morehotel in its former days when it was the Old Rectory. Wonderful place to stay - food delicious and very good service. Makes a super romantic place and so handy for the airport too. Try it - you'll enjoy!