ZIP by Premier Inn Cardiff
Hotel Description
Located in a tranquil and green area near the Howardian Local Nature Reserve, ZIP by Premier Inn Cardiff offers a comfortable and convenient stay for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is situated on Ipswich Road, just a mile off the A48 road and only 3 miles from the historic Cardiff Castle. The surroundings offer a laid-back residential feel with attractions such as the nearby Roath Park botanic garden, The Globe for live music concerts, and several traditional pubs for guests to explore. With a relaxed atmosphere and simple amenities, this budget-friendly hotel is ideal for visitors seeking a no-fuss yet comfortable accommodation option in Cardiff. The property features clean, compact, and modern rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and in some rooms, additional sitting areas or windows for a light and airy ambiance. The hotel also offers free parking, making it convenient for guests arriving by car. Guests can unwind at the down-to-earth bar or take a moment to relax in the casual lounge. For those looking for breakfast, it is available at an additional charge. While the hotel is modest in its offerings, it stands out for its air-conditioned rooms, which is a rare feature in the area. A 24-hour front desk ensures convenience for late arrivals or early check-outs, while the in-house restaurant adds a convenient dining option. Families with children will appreciate the kid-friendly environment, and the hotel is also accessible for those with mobility needs. Located just a short taxi ride away from popular Cardiff attractions, ZIP by Premier Inn is the perfect place to stay while exploring the city's landmarks like Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff Bay, and the Principality Stadium. Whether you're here for a short getaway or a longer stay, this no-frills hotel offers a great base to experience Cardiff's vibrant culture and attractions.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. One of the few hotels in the area with air conditioning for added comfort during warmer months.
2. 11-minute drive to Roath Park, one of Cardiff's most beloved green spaces with beautiful botanic gardens.
3. 24-hour front desk service, providing convenience for guests arriving late or checking out early.
4. On-site restaurant offering guests a simple and satisfying dining experience.
5. Guests enjoy the down-to-earth bar for a relaxed and casual atmosphere perfect for socializing.
6. Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel ensures guests can stay connected at all times.
7. Parking is complimentary, adding convenience for guests traveling by car.
8. Kid-friendly environment, making it a suitable option for families visiting Cardiff.
9. Smoke-free property, ensuring a clean and healthy atmosphere for all guests.
10. Located just a short distance from Cardiff's top attractions, including Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium.
6.4 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Cardiff Castle
16 min
National Museum Cardiff14 min
Cardiff Bay17 min
Wales Millennium Centre16 min
Principality Stadium17 min
Nearest locations
DLicious cafebar @ David Lloyd
1 min
Two guys burgers and fries burger van4 min
Quill and Quote at Thackeray5 min
Harvester Coed-Y-Gores Cardiff7 min
Juno Lounge9 min
Deli Fuego11 min
Pasture Restaurant Cardiff15 min
The Botanist Cardiff15 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 12:00 |
| Location rating | 6.4 |
| Nearest airport | Cardiff Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 40 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
$98
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Location
Ipswich Rd, Cardiff CF23 9AQ, United Kingdom
Airports:
Exeter Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 50 min
Transit: 4 hr 11 min
Bristol Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 8 min
Transit: 1 hr 54 min
Cardiff Airport
Taxi: 40 min
Transit: 1 hr 42 min
Nearby locations
6.4
Good Location
Roath
Laid-back residential area with concerts at The Globe, traditional pubs & Roath Park botanic garden.
Top Attractions
Top Restaurants
Amenities and Facilities
Parking & transportation
Parking
Pets
No pets
Services
Front desk
Housekeeping
Accessibility
Accessible
Policies & payments
Smoke-free property
Credit cards
Food & drink
Restaurant
Wellness
No fitness center
No spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in public areas
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
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8.2
10 reviews
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Brionne Roberts
5/5
The staff were very nice and super helpful. The whole place was spotlessly clean, and the bedding was crisp. They even have a recued greeter cat called Zippy, who is lovely, affectionate, and needs it's own social media. I do agree with a lot of the other posts about there being no room amenities, the beds are narrow, the rooms are rather cramped, and they do charge for every single thing they can. It also isn't very central, and if you are not driving, be prepared for extra travel costs as it's a nearly hour walk to the town centre.
Alice Bowden
5/5
Great hotel! Reception staff really friendly! Bar incredibly cheap! 3 something for a pint! The rooms were compact as advertised but we're clean and comfy and lovely ambience lighting! We would definitely stay again.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Kirsty Lynch
3/5
I booked a twin room for two nights here for a trip to Cardiff with my son.Firstly, for £25 per night you can't really complain. The rooms are small but clean, they have the basics - bed, shower, toilet and TV. But, their ethos is to do the basics well, which I can't really agree that they did:1. The beds were very uncomfortable and after the first night I had ridiculous backache.2. The shower barely drained and we had to take 60 second showers each to prevent it from overflowing.3. I thought a tea tray in a room was a pretty basic amenity but you don't get this, and they charge over £2 for a teabag in the bar if you wanted one.The first two things we mentioned to the reception and to their credit they arranged for maintenance to check the shower and added an extra duvet on top of our mattresses, under the sheets, to make it softer. This really helped for the second night.We didn't eat in the bar on either evening because the menu is incredibly limited so can't comment on the quality, but we did have breakfast which was either a bacon bap, a sausage bap, or a veggie sausage bap, with a cuppa tea. Very limited but tasty and filled the hole in the morning.As far as basics go, they were mostly there but done to an average standard. The hotel is in a good location with ample parking, walking distance to some places to eat and public transport routes into Cardiff. Would I stay here again? Probably for one night if I needed somewhere to put my head but I wouldn't stay longer.
Stephen Morris
5/5
To be honest, after reading some of the reviews, we were a little worried.But on arrival, we were met by great staff who explained how things worked.The room was great. I think the best way of looking at it is. If you have ever stayed in a touring caravan or motor home, it's the same kind of layout and space.But absolutely excellent value for moneyAnd there should be more of themWhat a brilliant concept, and why would you pay a lot more for a little more space .Well done, zip team,we really enjoyed it, and we will be staying again5+stars from us
Lilly Roetzer
5/5
Stayed here for a night after going to ComicCon Wales at the ICC in Newport, it was a perfect compact and comfortable room for us to relax in after a long day! Super friendly staff with good takeaway recommendations, clean room, lovely bathroom, working air conditioning and plenty of choices for food in the hotel itself. For the price, I would highly recommend!
Steve Morrison
4/5
Budget hotel with a bar and light food options. If you are just looking for a bed, this is great. It's comfortable and quiet, a bit out of town but easily accessible. TV in the room at no extra cost, vending machines in the foyer. No frills but not grim.
Room 4
Service 4
Iain Campbell
4/5
Decent place just outside town. Staff were nice and friendly, you get what you pay for with the rooms but for a sleep it's good.
Pizza and a pint for £8 is a good touch.
Room 4
Service 4
Location3
Dale Boyd
5/5
Cannot praise the Zip in Cardiff enough. I am not bothered about a hotel being fancy I just need somewhere to rest my head for a night, and this is why the Zip is so fantastic.It’s a lot cheaper than standard hotels, there is plenty of parking (which is free also) and the bar serves good food at a great price. The bar is fantastic and is very cheap compared to many other places.But my main take away from my stay was how amazing the staff were. They could not have done more to go out of their way to help if they could. 10/10 would definitely recommend.
Michael George
4/5
Good value. Perfectly happy with the size and comfort of the rooms for the price, especially with good included parking.
Only issue was the extractor fan wasn't working which led to whole room getting streamy after shower.
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
ALTAF HUSSAIN
1/5
We had booked two rooms for our group of four, but due to a change in plans, we requested an early check-in. We arrived at the hotel at 4 AM and informed the staff of our request, to which they agreed. However, despite this, we were asked to wait because all their rooms were reportedly full. We patiently waited in the reception area, hoping for an update, but to our dismay, we noticed that the hotel staff was allowing other guests to check in early without any issue. It became clear that they had no intention of accommodating us, which felt incredibly unfair and left us feeling frustrated and unwelcome.This experience has left us deeply disappointed, as it tarnishes the quality of service and hospitality that we expected from the hotel. Having traveled to over 20 countries, I have never encountered such poor treatment. This has been, without a doubt, the most disheartening and unpleasant experience we've ever had at a hotel.