Popular places to visit
Cardiff University
Enjoy the student vibe at Cardiff University during your stay in Cardiff. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Principality Stadium
Catch an event at Principality Stadium during your trip to Cardiff. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its local tours.
Cardiff Bay
Explore the waterfront in Cardiff with a trip to Cardiff Bay. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Cardiff Castle
You can learn about the history of Cardiff when you stop by Cardiff Castle. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene or seek out its local tours.
Barry Island Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Barry Island Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Barry. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its churches.
Wales Millennium Centre
Enjoy a show at Wales Millennium Centre, a theatre with a story to tell in Cardiff. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in Cathays
The Angel Hotel
Friendly staff, nice room, close to amenities.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Early check in accommodated
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Future Inns Cardiff Bay
Room was clean, temperature of room was good and the shower was nice and hot
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Cardiff
Room was nice
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
The staff are so nice at the Doubletree Cadbury whereas the actual hotel rooms are a bit small and tired. It’s good value for money though and we enjoyed using the pool.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Great location, nothing to rate down
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cathays
Roath
Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.
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.
Adamsdown
If you're spending time in Adamsdown, you might enjoy its spas and bars. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Utilita Arena Cardiff or New Theatre.
Penylan
Travellers like the restaurants in Penylan, and Teamsport Karting is a top attraction you might want to visit.
