Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 32 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 73 min drive
Waun-gron Park Station - 12 min walk
Fairwater Station - 15 min walk
Danescourt Station - 17 min walk
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 17 min walk
Victoria Park Hotel - 18 min walk
Maltsters - 1 min walk
Coffi Lab - 1 min walk
The Clive - 3 min drive
About this property
The Maltsters Arms
When you stay at The Maltsters Arms, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this inn is within a short drive of Cardiff Bay. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Select Comfort mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 per person
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
The Maltsters Arms Cardiff
The Maltsters Arms Inn Cardiff
The Maltsters Arms Inn
The Maltsters Arms Inn
The Maltsters Arms Cardiff
The Maltsters Arms Inn Cardiff
Frequently asked questions
Does The Maltsters Arms offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Maltsters Arms does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Maltsters Arms?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Maltsters Arms?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Maltsters Arms?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Maltsters Arms?
No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Maltsters Arms?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Maltsters Arms like?
The Maltsters Arms is a short 5-minute walk from Llandaff Cathedral and 15 minutes' walk from Cardiff Metropolitan University.
The Maltsters Arms Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Nov 8, 2024
Alister
Alister, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 2, 2024
JC
JC, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 23, 2024
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 18, 2024
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 14, 2024
Vaughn
Vaughn, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
Great place to stay
We had a very comfortable stay at The Maltsters. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the food was very good - both breakfast and evening meals. Would definitely stay here again.
Vicky
Vicky, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 6, 2024
Barry
Barry, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Lovely room, comfortable bed and breakfast was amazing quality
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Brilliant
So friendly on arrival. Evening meal good breakfast awesome.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Perfect
Could not fault my stay. Great accommodation, excellent food and friendly staff. Would stay again.
David
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2024
Fantastic 10/10
Fantastic set of rooms attached to a pub, but 4* rating. My room had air conditioning and an amazing power shower. I had two loverly evening meals. Staff were very friendly, couldn’t fault the place. I will be back 👏👍
Mike
Mike, 2-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Perfect one night stay
One night business trip and even was perfect. Good room, food, location and the staff are exceptional
ian
ian, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
DEREK
DEREK, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 5, 2024
Friendly
Friendly staff
Michael
Michael, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Lovely spot wth plenty of free parking and good value breakfast.
Alvin
Alvin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 30, 2024
Very comfortable and quiet. Excellent breakfast.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
very good
Lovely place, definitely will stay again, had food and recommend the Ceasar salad. Room was spacious with a very smart en-suite, a little road noise with the window open but the double glazing works very well
Phil
Phil, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
Great location for the Cathedral at the other end of the high street and we stayed in the wonderful Llandaff Cathedral Family Room. wonderful shower and very comfortable bed. Excellent classic cooked breakfast (meat & vegan). But best of all was the service from Chris, Ben and the rest of the team (sorry forgotten the young ladies names) we had two great evening meals and our fellow choristers also enjoyed the food and drink (they were staying at the uni) Excellent pints of Rev James (perhaps had too many!!) Great to have secure free parking too. Thank you!
Janet
Janet, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2024
Check in was quick and the staff were all so polite and helpful
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
We were made very welcome by Chris who was extremely pleasant. Our room was spotless and comfortable. We ate in the restaurant and all the staff were very attentive and polite.
Would definitely stay here again
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Great stay and value 5 star!
Amazing little pub hotel. An absolute gem. Will be back when we visit our daughter at Cardiff Uni. Big, nice well appointed room.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
Fantastic stay. When I drive down to Cardiff in the future, I will be staying here.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Nia
Nia, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 7, 2024
The room we were given had a king bed. The Millennium room" The mattress was well and truely past it's useby date, I'd say by 10 years. Appearance the bed had a huge dip in the middle. Sat on the side of the bed. There was no way we were sleeping on this bed that night. We felt all the way down to the wooden bed base! Telling the young girl that checked us in about the lack of mattress she appeared dumb, I don't normally work in accommodation side. She rang the manager and we were given another room " The Bute" the bed was fine.
A review going back December 2023 had the same view about the mattress.
I don't for the life of me understand why a mattress like this would still be in use. The only reason is that no care has gone into the accommodation side. The pub meal was so so, and the staff were not enthusiastic. They asked if we had a booking and when we said we were staying here they sat us. Said they were running out of stock.