About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Gwaelod y Garth Inn in Cardiff offers family rooms with private bathrooms, featuring modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British and local cuisines at the traditional family-friendly restaurant, offering vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. The on-site bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. Leisure Facilities: The hotel features a terrace, outdoor seating area, games room, and live music venue. Additional amenities include a bicycle parking, bike hire, and free on-site private parking. Prime Location: Located 27 km from Cardiff Airport, the property is near attractions such as Cardiff University (10 km), Cardiff Castle (11 km), and Cardiff Bay (27 km). Guests appreciate the breakfast provided by the hotel and the attentive staff.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Steve
United Kingdom
“The Gwaelod y Garth Inn was exceptional! As you approach it looks rather ordinary but it's a great place. We stayed overnight and the room was nice. The evening meal was, in a word, fabulous - it's a proper restaurant not just pub grub. Every...” - Diana
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location. Spotless, spacious room with hospitality items much appreciated. Superb dinner in restaurant. Very welcoming, friendly and efficient staff throughout. Excellent breakfast served by a lovely lady, Emma, each day. Perfect for our...” - Sue
United Kingdom
“Fantastic food and very warm welcome from all staff.” - Melanie
New Zealand
“Great place to stay. Loved everything. Great service and communication. Facilities clean and comfortable. Wonderful location out of the city but with easy city access. Delicious breakfast. Will definitely stay here again” - Susan
United Kingdom
“Excellent room. Bathroom spotless. We had evening meal there which was delicious, a good job we had booked. Staff were very friendly and helpful” - Wendy
United Kingdom
“Lovely friendly hotel. Room was lovely clean and fresh. Morning breakfast was fantastic, im fact more than what I expected. Maggie cooked mine to perfection, unfortunately I didnt ask for the black pudding, which she told me was excellent ....” - Burgess
United Kingdom
“Accommadation was modern, clean, comfortable and tastefully furnished. Superb breakfast and very friendly staff. Lovely old inn full of character and charm.” - Maureen
United Kingdom
“The host was the kindest and most observant, and all his staff were extremely friendly, pleasant and obliging. The rooms were very clean and modern, and were quiet despite being next to the pub and restaurant.” - Miller
United Kingdom
“Excellent dinner menu comfortable beds clean room” - Nigel
United Kingdom
“Comfortable room, nice large bed, good food and friendly staff. Would return.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Gwaelod y Garth Inn
- CuisineBritish • Local
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that our pub is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Please inform The Gwaelod y Garth Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.