Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4, JCT.32, an IHG Hotel

8.0
Excellent
(973 reviews)

Merthyr Rd, Cardiff CF15 7AD, United Kingdom

+44 29 2052 2262

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Hotel Description

Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4, JCT.32, an IHG Hotel, located at Merthyr Rd, Cardiff CF15 7AD, United Kingdom, offers a peaceful yet well-connected retreat in a quiet residential suburb of Cardiff. The hotel sits in the shadow of the picturesque 19th-century Castell Coch and is surrounded by the natural beauty of Fforest Fawr, with its scenic hiking trails. Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, this hotel provides easy access to Cardiff city centre, just a short drive away, offering a wide range of museums, shops, and vibrant cultural experiences. The surrounding area is perfect for nature lovers and history enthusiasts, with nearby landmarks such as St. Fagans National Museum of History and Cardiff Castle. The hotel itself blends modern comfort with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, offering a convenient and relaxing stay for all guests.
The hotel offers a variety of rooms designed for both comfort and functionality. Standard rooms are well-appointed with essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, making them perfect for both business and leisure travelers. For those looking for extra space, suites are available, featuring separate living areas with sofabeds, minifridges, and additional comforts. The rooms are designed with understated decor, creating a tranquil environment that allows for a restful night’s sleep. With room service available 24/7, guests can enjoy meals in the comfort of their own space.
The hotel also boasts an array of top-tier amenities that ensure an enjoyable stay. Guests can take advantage of the on-site fitness center, complete with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights, perfect for staying active during their visit. There’s also a sauna and hot tub for those looking to unwind, while the indoor pool offers a refreshing dip, whatever the weather. For business travelers, the hotel provides a business center and event space, making it a prime venue for meetings and conferences. Additionally, a casual restaurant offers a variety of meals, with a bar serving refreshing drinks, while the Starbucks coffee shop is an ideal spot for a coffee break.
Accessibility is a key highlight of the hotel, with easy access to nearby public transport options and convenient travel times to major attractions. The hotel is well-served by local taxis, and Cardiff’s transport network makes it easy to explore the surrounding area. Cardiff Airport is a short 31-minute taxi ride away, while other transport hubs like Llandaf and Coryton are just a few minutes by car.
The hotel also takes guests' health and safety seriously, with rigorous measures in place to ensure their well-being throughout their stay. Whether it's enhanced cleaning protocols, social distancing guidelines, or regular sanitization of common areas, Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 has made every effort to create a safe and comfortable environment for guests.
During their stay, guests can enjoy a wide range of activities and attractions both within the hotel and in the surrounding area. For history buffs, a visit to the nearby Cardiff Castle is a must, where they can explore its rich Victorian Gothic architecture and Roman ruins. Castell Coch, with its fairy-tale charm, is just a short drive away and is another popular site. Guests looking to immerse themselves in Welsh culture can explore the open-air exhibits at St. Fagans National Museum of History. Nature lovers can visit the nearby Fforest Fawr or the Taff Trail for scenic walks. For a more relaxing experience, a trip to the National Museum Cardiff offers an excellent mix of archaeology, art, and natural history.
Dining options near the hotel are abundant, with various types of cuisine to satisfy all tastes. Guests can enjoy a fine meal at Cicchetti, just a 10-minute taxi ride away, or opt for a more traditional meal at Heaneys Restaurant, 17 minutes away by taxi. For something a bit closer, The Pantmawr Inn offers delicious pub fare, located just 5 minutes away by taxi. Alternatively, The Brook Bistro, located 8 minutes by taxi, offers great food in a cozy atmosphere, while Pasture Restaurant Cardiff serves a premium steak experience, 16 minutes away.
For those looking for a comfortable, convenient, and well-located hotel near Cardiff, Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4, JCT.32, an IHG Hotel, is the perfect choice. Whether you're here for business, leisure, or to explore the beauty of Wales, this hotel offers everything you need for a memorable stay.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Convenient location near Cardiff's top attractions

2. Indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub for relaxation

3. Fully equipped fitness center with treadmills and elliptical machines

4. Pet-friendly with activities for kids

5. 24/7 room service and spacious suites with separate living areas

6. Complimentary parking and easy access to public transport

7. Nearby hiking trails in Fforest Fawr and Castell Coch

8. Business center and event space for conferences and meetings

9. On-site Starbucks coffee shop and casual restaurant

10. Access to nearby dining options offering diverse cuisine


7.8 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Cardiff Castle
16 min
Castell Coch
7 min
Castell Caerffili / Caerphilly Castle
15 min
St. Fagans National Museum of History
12 min
National Museum Cardiff
16 min

Nearest locations

Ton Thai Street Food Cafe
4 min
Village Pub and Grill
4 min
The Pantmawr Inn
5 min
The Brook Bistro
8 min
Mesen
8 min
Fino Lounge
8 min
Cicchetti
10 min
Pasture Restaurant Cardiff
16 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating7.8
Nearest airportCardiff Airport
Travel time to airport31 min

Location

Merthyr Rd, Cardiff CF15 7AD, United Kingdom

Airports:

Exeter Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 49 min

Transit: 4 hr 9 min

Bristol Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 7 min

Transit: 2 hr 12 min

Cardiff Airport

Taxi: 31 min

Transit: 1 hr 41 min

Transit:

Llandaf

Taxi: 10 min

Walking: 45 min

Danescourt

Taxi: 14 min

Walking: 1 hr 8 min

Coryton

Taxi: 4 min

Walking: 21 min

Taffs Well

Taxi: 6 min

Walking: 32 min

Radyr

Taxi: 11 min

Walking: 35 min


Nearby locations

7.8

Very Good Location

Tongwynlais

Quiet residential suburb home to 19th-century Castell Coch, with hiking trails in Fforest Fawr.

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Amenities and Facilities

Pets

Pet-friendly

Services

Front desk

Full-service laundry

Housekeeping

Parking & transportation

Parking

Languages spoken

English

Accessibility

Accessible

Accessible parking

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Cash

Business & events

Meeting rooms

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Room service

Breakfast

Wellness

Fitness center

Elliptical machine

Treadmill

Free weights

Spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Activities for kids

Internet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in public areas

Pools

Indoor pool

Hot tub

Rooms

Air conditioning


Reviews

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Asma Daji

4/5
Stayed at this hotel last year. Such wonderful staff - very helpful and friendly! Decent size pool although could be cleaner. Rooms/bathrooms/dining area were all really clean. Breakfast was lovely, a good variety of food available. It was a lovely break, we all really enjoyed our stay including the kids. Good location for exploring the city.

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GDcarms

5/5
There was lots of room to park. We arrived at the hotel quite late after a wedding so were hoping for a rapid booking in. It was on the slow side and we were there for about 15 minutes. …

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FT1987

5/5
We had a Queen room. This was an excellent size & suited our needs. The room was clean and tidy on arrival. The staff we met were excellent. Everyone was smiling, polite and attentive. …

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Phill82

5/5
Nice to see the hotel busy again, and that the standards don't slip even though they are busy. Thanks to Ceri for calling ahead to confirm my booking and the reception staff for being so friendly and helpful. …

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Danielle Spencer

4/5
A few small niggles with the room, we were only given 3 towels for 4 of us, the shower temperature knob was broken and kept falling off without barely being touched and there was also a clump of hair under one of the duvets which was a bit gross. The kids used the pool, the changing rooms are very basic and could at least do with a few hooks in/near the showers but they had fun. Breakfast was enjoyed by all with a great selection, the modern reception area looked great.I think a small clear up at the back end of the car park could be beneficial, we pulled up late in the evening and when we went back to the car the following morning there were lots of screws in the back spaces (thankfully we were lucky and had none in our tyres) plus a few of the end spaces couldn't be used due to over grown shrubs and loads of mud.Great for a stopover, obviously a bit noisy being next to the busy road but you know that when booking.

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PPFD654

5/5
The hotel is not far from M4 but you have to make a turn outside the main road. GPS broght us there alright. The hotel staff was very welcoming upon our arrival. Room was large with good bed and shower / toilet room. …

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Jeannie C

3/5
Very friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable room. Air conditioning was a little noisy but bearable. Breakfast was standard, nice and hot / fresh, we paid £6 per person.Property is a little older, needs updating / maintenance.Pool water was murky, just about see the bottom of the pool - could not see the other person at other end of a 10m pool (best guess for its size).EV charging available on site.

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Prashant Harnam

4/5
Very nice hotel with a great Gym and Spa. During my business trip I loved the food and their menu. With the clubroom package I made use of the pool and gym and was pleasantly surprised of the hygiene and extensive amount of different gym equipments.

Room 3

Service 4

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Fussybug, Ludlow

5/5
As soon as we walked through the door we were made to feel very welcome by the staff on reception. The room was very clean and the beds comfortable.  …

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pippap

5/5
We stayed for 2 nights over the half term break - the staff were so friendly and helpful - Particularly Ceri at the front desk and Andrew in the restaurant. …