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Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Premium Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed
Meeting facility
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Merthyr Road, Tongwynlais, Cardiff, Wales, CF15 7LH
  • Place, Castell Coch
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Forest Farm Country Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Principality Stadium
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Premium Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, 24-hour room service, and conference space. Housekeeping is available on request.
Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG offers 95 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG, you'll be within walking distance of Forest Farm Country Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Holiday Inn Cardiff North
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, 5 meeting rooms, and conference space
  • 9 minutes by car from Cardiff Castle and 11 minutes from Principality Stadium
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 3897 square feet (362 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG also features 24-hour room service, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG was completed in June 2026.

This 3-star Cardiff hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Holiday Inn Cardiff North - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Onsite venue #2 - bar. Open 24 hours.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Holiday Inn Cardiff North

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3,897 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renovated entire property - June 2026
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from June 14 2026 to February 1 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Cardiff International Hotel
Cardiff International Legacy Hotel
Legacy Cardiff International
Legacy Cardiff International Hotel
Holiday Inn Cardiff North M4 Hotel
Holiday Inn Cardiff North M4
Holiday Cardiff North M4
Cardiff M4 By Ihg Cardiff
Holiday Inn Cardiff North M4
Holiday Inn Cardiff North M4 an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG Cardiff
Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG Hotel Cardiff

Holiday Inn Cardiff - North M4 by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 512 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Nice hotel with pleasant staff. Evening food good and breakfast fine. Good facilities on site, with swimming pool as well. Large well equipped room. Good location for Cardiff centre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always a good stay

Comfy and clean room with friendly, helpful staff. Since last stay they have also had BP Pulse installed for EV's which is very useful. Stayed before and will stay again. Useful for Cardiff and surrounding area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These IHG properties are a good way to go, standard throughout our stay so far and this one was no different. Clean, big room, good bathroom, good parking, a reasonable rate online. Good value….
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice relaxed atmosphere and ideally situated for access into Cardiff. Staff were very helpful, especially the night receptionist Chris. Room was clean and tidy,if a little tired. Possibly do with a refresh. Would be happy to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent better than expected
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Harry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Avoid this hotel

We usually use holiday inns for work purposes and I've stayed in plenty. You would usually expect a decent level of hotel. This one needs to be avoided. Poor condition, mouldy rooms and poor service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very poor experience, wanted to refuse check in and check out during midnight
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid at all costs

Swimming pool dirty. Room dirty and dusty. Steam room not working! Hotel rooms and spa area in badly in need of a makeover. Hotel over priced. Breakfast basic and cold.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Business trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic staff excellent breakfast. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient Stay

One night visit staff were polite and gave good service, good beer selection, food was limited but ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for short visit
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
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4/10 Poor

Phillip

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not great, but convenient location.

Hotel is tired decor-wise and in need of a refresh in places and good clean in others (didn’t risk sitting in the room’s armchair) Restaurant service was below par. Staff seemed to be more keen to chat with each other than actually serve. Meal inclusive deal (two courses) was a bit of a farce given everything the dessert ended up on the bill, along with the manager’s‘complimentary’ drink for my inconvenience. Check out was a chore with only a single member of staff on the desk @ 8am when lots of people were leaving at the same time (to get to work by the look of most of us). Will I stay here again ? With a Village Hotel nearby… No !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Straight off the M4, good amount of parking and quick check in!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We were made very welcome - team were great. Food average and hotel dated - but fine for the price and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not as expected...

A rather disappointing visit. Booked here so we could use the pool, only to find it was booked out completely for swimming lessons throughout the day 10-6. Misinformed about an available slot which turned out not to be, too. So no swim over the two days as we were offsite in the evenings. Booked a queen bed, got two singles. And tea, coffee and milk supplies were not topped up during second day, when we were very late back in the evening, so no morning cuppa!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Served the purpose for stay over and situated where easy to get into cardiff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set back from the motorway in pleasant surroundings. Very friendly and helpful staff Clean and comfortable room
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazingly friendly staff, good food and great service. The only small thing that could be improved perhaps was the temp of the pool- it was incredibly hot!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good

Birol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and helpful staff. Another well managed Holiday Inn; the only criticism is the access from the gigantic round-about. You could easily miss the exit from the main road. Getting onto the flow of traffic is easy. In all we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Slightly disappointed by the hotel. My room was a nice size. The buffet breakfast was also decent and customer service was good. My room however was very tired. The furniture was tatty and the carlet was disgusting. Heavily stained to the point I didn’t dare walk on it bare footed. There was signs of mold around the window frame. The matteress was very springy. Had to move a lot in the night to avoid the springs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel. Lovely staff. clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

kingsuk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice and big room ( executive ).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having a swimming pool, and the restaurant and lounge areas were absolutely lovely. The staff were very helpful when we had issues with the interconnecting door and the room keys, promptly resolving the issues.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Hotel near Cardiff

Everything was good for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

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