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About the Hotel

Port Road, Rhoose, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF62 3BT
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Near Barry Island Pleasure Park
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8.9
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3.9
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Rooms: Comfort and Views

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Airport has 111 rooms featuring either an airport runway view popular with families or a Bristol Channel view overlooking Portkerry Park Viaduct. Rooms include free WiFi, tea/coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a work desk, and a power shower. Blackout curtains and quadruple-glazed windows ensure a restful night.

Dining: Express Start(TM) Breakfast

The hotel provides a complimentary Express Start(TM) Breakfast, featuring hot items like bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, and beans, alongside a continental buffet. All Day Dining options are available, including pub-style meals. Guests can unwind with drinks at the bar or enjoy the patio.

Leisure and Connectivity

Onsite, guests can use the 24-hour Business Center. Free high-speed WiFi is accessible throughout the hotel. Top attractions including Barry Island Pleasure Park, Fonmon Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History are easily reached by car.

Location and Access

Located next to Cardiff Airport, the hotel is a 30-minute drive from Cardiff Castle and Cardiff Bay. Express buses to the city center depart regularly from outside the hotel. Rhoose Cardiff International Airport train station is nearby. The hotel offers complimentary parking during your stay and Park, Stay and Fly packages.

Services and Amenities

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Airport provides amenities such as guest self-laundry facilities, wake-up calls and storage space. The hotel has a meeting room that can accommodate up to 40 people. Additional services include printing and office supplies. Connecting rooms are available.

“This airport hotel emphasizes convenience with its inclusive breakfast and updated rooms. I particularly note the rare quadruple-glazed windows that ensure a genuinely quiet environment. Its park-and-fly packages are a practical perk for travelers.”
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The hotel offers rooms of different types and facilities suitable for every traveler
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Sea view
Shower
Heating
Double Room Sofa Bed
4 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Sea view
Shower
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Standard Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
12 m² 
Sea view
Shower
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Double Room Disability Access
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Sea view
Shower
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Facilities

Airport hotels designed with facilities that ensure convenience and comfort

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Late check-in/ -out
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Beauty salon

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • In-room safe
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Port Road, Rhoose, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF62 3BT
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Port Road, Rhoose, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF62 3BT
Nearby
International Centre for Aerospace Training
350 m
Restaurants
Cardiff Airport Lounge
760 m
Cardiff Airport
Explore Cardiff
Explore Cardiff Airport Area
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Porthkerry Country Park
30 minutes' walk
A scenic park featuring woodlands, meadows, and a pebble beach, great for picnics and nature walks.
Barry Island Pleasure Park
10 minutes' drive
A vibrant amusement park with rides and entertainment, perfect for family fun by the beach.
Fonmon Castle
30 minutes' walk
A historic castle with stunning gardens; enjoy guided tours and glimpses into its rich history.
International Centre for Aerospace Training
5 minutes' walk
An informative centre focused on aerospace training and engineering, showcasing innovation in the field.
Kayaking at Whitmore Bay
10 minutes' drive
Thrilling kayaking options at the beach, perfect for adventure seekers, with rentals available in the summer.
Yoga at Porthkerry Country Park
30 minutes' walk
Relaxing yoga classes held in the park, suitable for all skill levels amidst serene nature.
Cardiff Airport Lounge
10 minutes' walk
Casual dining with a focus on local ingredients; try their famous Welsh lamb dish for a delightful experience.
The Ship Inn
5 minutes' drive
Cozy pub atmosphere offering classic British fare; their fish and chips are highly recommended.
Barrys Amusements
10 minutes' drive
A family arcade with games for all ages; perfect for a fun-filled evening with friends or family.
The Small Space Theatre
10 minutes' drive
A local venue showcasing plays and performances; check for upcoming events that cater to diverse audiences.
Getting around
City Centre
Cardiff22 min  ·  14.1 km
Airports
Cardiff Airport (CWL)6 min  ·  3.4 km
Swansea Airport (SWS)110 min  ·  73.3 km
Train
Penarth Railway Station18 min  ·  11.8 km
Cardiff Central Station21 min  ·  13.8 km
Bus
Bus stop21 min  ·  13.9 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Paid Private parking is possible on site.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Airport, An Ihg provides visitors with a free continental breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Hindi, Panjabi / Punjabi
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
111

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