Cardiff Bay is one of the top tourist spots where many people go to admire its scenic beauty and explore the gorgeous sites that the city has to offer. Not only that, but it is also listed as one of the best attractions in the UK and one of the reasons is its amazing Airbnb vacation rentals. So, if you’re looking for things to do, here you can wander in the streets and visit funky bars, or even go on boat trips and witness some of its cultural attractions. It is a complete package and you are surely going to have fun. So, check out below some of the best Airbnb vacation rentals near Cardiff Bay, Wales, UK, that offer everything you may need.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Luxury accommodation for weekday getaways (from USD 259)
Indulge in unparalleled luxury and convenience during your Cardiff Bay work trip, where you can stay at this exquisite accommodation from Monday to Friday. Nestled in the heart of this vibrant locale, a boutique hotel in Cardiff, Wales, offers five out of seven exquisite rooms for your group of five.
Immerse yourself in the local charm as you explore bars, restaurants, and cafes that line the cobblestone streets, making every evening a delightful adventure. Venture downstairs to a shared kitchen or diner, where culinary dreams come to life.
Additionally, a dedicated workspace, a TV with standard cable, and a soothing bath await, rounding off your Cardiff Bay experience with the perfect touch of elegance.
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the kitchen is very well equipped with modern oven fridge etcCleanliness:
great property very clean and spaciousprofessional clean the property is fantastic wouldnt hesitate to book againHost:
great host house was unbelievablethe communication with the host was also very quick and effectiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with parkinggreat location and parking in that location a bonusgreat location in the heart of cardiff baya brilliant house in fabulous locationimmaculate condition great location and very easy booking in and out
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2. Townhouse with modern amenities (from USD 162)
Picture yourself in a charming townhouse during your Cardiff vacation, just a leisurely stroll away from the breathtaking waterfront. As you step inside, you’ll find an inviting open-plan living area, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration. The modern kitchen is well-equipped, allowing you to whip up delicious meals whenever you please. Step out onto the balcony to savor a morning coffee or an evening drink with a view.
Stay connected with complimentary WiFi and catch your favorite shows on the TV with standard cable. After a day of sightseeing, indulge in a soothing bath before retreating to your private balcony to soak up the ambiance.
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great for a family as every room had an en-suitegreat apartment couldn't fault it in any wayCleanliness:
very clean inside outvery clean and cosygreat stay and a very clean and spacious airbnblovely cozy and clean houseclean and a nice locationHost:
mike is a very responsive hostmike was a very helpful host with really quick response timesmike was a wonderfully helpful hostmike was a great host and had thought about the needs of his guestsmike was very helpful and friendly before and during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great place close to the baygreat location and ideal for a small group wanting a weekend away in cardiffthis is a great location for cardiff bayvery nice apartment in great locationlovely town house close to so many shops and a short walk away from cardiff bay
3. Comfy Cardiff Bay flat with water views (from USD 101)
This is a nice, airy apartment located in Cardiff Bay. If you want to live the Marina lifestyle then you should opt for this one. This cute little house is fitted with everything that you need. It has one bedroom with an attached bathroom as well. Other facilities accessible to the guests include free parking on the premises, wifi, a washer and dryer, a laptop-friendly space and other toiletries are also provided. A kitchen is also available for the guests to cook their meals. Nearby attractions include the Millennium Center, Taff’s cycling trail and Cardiff International Swimming Pool. Your search for accommodation in Cardiff Bay ends here.
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very nice spacious apartment with great viewsgreat few days in this comfortable flat with everything you could need and fantastic views across cardiff baythe apartment is wonderful absolutely immaculately maintained and great amenitiesthe apt is very quiet inside and outside so very peacefulthe apartment was in a nice quiet safe area and exactly as describedCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablevery clean stylish flata very very nice flat clean & modern lookingvery clean and comfortable had a great staythe flat is exceptionally clean with everything you could possibly needHost:
thanks to our hostssteven and seki treated us like home very friendly and accurate to their instructionsthe host were very responsive and checkin was very easya fantastic property and wonderful hoststhe hosts were very supportive and did their best to resolve problems as they arrivedRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location and very welcomingperfect location short distance to cardiff bay and all its resourcesthe neighborhood is very quiet and securethis is a great place at a an awesome location very close to the city centerthe flat was in a beautiful location overseeing the bay and nice walk to central cardiff
4. Modern apartment with great views (from USD 104)
Do you love admiring scenic views? Then this modern apartment is perfect for you as you can enjoy stunning views of Cardiff Bay. This place offers a beautiful bedroom with a double bed and an attached bathroom. Some of the amenities include cable TV, Wi-Fi connection, and there is also a washing and drying facility available for guests. There is a well-equipped kitchen with all the essentials. There is also a laptop-friendly workspace for those who need to catch up on a bit of work. The best part is that Cardiff Bay is just a 10-minute walk!
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nice modern apartment with lovely viewsbeautiful views and comfortable apartmentthe apartment is as described has river views and i found it comfortablethe house itself is comfortable with all the basic amenities you could needthe views from the apartment are fantastic creating a lovely relaxing atmosphereCleanliness:
a lovely clean well appointed flatexceptionally clean functional and compactlovely clean well decorated apartmentthe property is spotlessly clean and cosywhen i arrived the place was super clean and there were freshly washed towels on the bedHost:
hosts were good at responding to thesehosts were great at communicatingwil was a great host very communicative and ready to help me with anything i neededhe was very helpfultara and will excellent hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for central cardiffgreat location only a twenty minute walk from the city centreeasy access to central bay areaquiet and pretty locationfabulous apartment great location in walking distance to cardiff bay
5. Luxurious private room (from USD 64)
Are you fond of staying in the heart of the city? Well, then your dream has just come true, as this luxurious room is ideal for couples as it has a large en-suite with a well-equipped kitchen and a spacious living room. Not only that, but it’s also inclusive of breakfast. Since the apartment is located in Cardiff Bay, everything is close-by like the Wales Millennium Center which is just a five-minute walk. Some of the amenities available for the guests are a Wifi connection, iron, hangers, a laptop-friendly workspace, and toiletries are also provided. This is an all in one package which is best for you!
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huge amount of space in our ensuite roomgreat kitchen amenities in a great cardiff bay location close to local supermarketsenormous ensuite bathroom perfect for a relaxing soakwill definately return fabulous double room with ensuitethe room is large and comfortable and as the ad indicates i enjoyed a bathroom all to myselfCleanliness:
a spotless huge houseincredibly clean light and spaciousthe room was well presented and clean and the bed was very comfortablespotlessly clean house and i was made to feel like one of the familyaccomadation was good and the bathroom was huge all very clean and tidyHost:
laila was a great host and made me feel at homevery friendly host who made us very welcomealso the host was welcoming and helpfula very friendly and chilled out hostlaila was a wonderful host and made us feel really welcomeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for the bay with easy access to the city via water taxiideal base for exploring central cardiff close to major sporting and music venuesgreat location in the cardiff baylovely place 10 minute walk away from wales millennium centrelovely place in a perfect location
6. River-view vacation rental
Want to live in a nice and luxurious apartment? This river-view apartment is worth staying in, with its two-bedroom accommodation for eight guests. It has a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a nice built-in wardrobe. There is also an attached bathroom with all the toiletries needed. Other facilities include a TV, a washer and dryer, an iron box, hangers, and a hairdryer. An elevator is also available for the convenience of guests. Transport is also provided for you to connect to Central Cardiff and the bay.
3.9 km (2.5 mi) from Cardiff Castle
7. Superb Cardiff Bay Marina apartment (from USD 44)
Are you looking for a beautiful apartment where you can enjoy the scenic beauty of nature? Well, this apartment is perfect for you, as it has one beautiful bedroom with a double bed and an attached bathroom. Not only that, but the apartment also has a well-stocked kitchen. The building also has an elevator to help you reach the apartment. The Wi-Fi is free of charge and there is also cable TV and toiletries provided. Free parking is available for guests. Some excellent restaurants are just 10 minutes away from the apartment. This apartment is simply awesome!
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free high speed wifi is a nice touchhaving a private bathroom was brilliant toolovely apartment with amazing viewsnino's apartment is a clean quiet and well equipped base for exploring cardiff particularly the area to the southit was useful to have access to the kitchenCleanliness:
very clean and cosy spaceapartment is clean and tidyplace was clean and comfortablesuper clean tidy and comfortablethe place was very cleanHost:
lovely place and an awesome hostnino is a great hosthost is friendly to talk tonino was an exceptionally kind and serviceable host and was very supportivevery friendly and professional hostRead more reviewsLocation:
good location only an 8 minte train ride into central cardiffan excellent location in a lovely apartmentreally handy to park the car and the room was idealvery easy to get around and close to nightlifethe apartment is located in the beautiful cardiff bay marina area close to the international sports village
8. Centrally located semi-detached house
This is a beautiful and spacious two-bedroom apartment which is semi-detached and it has two lounge areas and two bathrooms with essential toiletries accessible for the guests. The best part is that this apartment is located in the center from where the stadium and city center are just a short distance away. This house has everything to offer from a TV to a wifi connection to a washer and dryers and also ironing service are also available for you. There is also a private living room where you can spend time chilling and do not forget the delicious breakfast that is also served on the premises!
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
2.02 km (1.3 mi) from Cardiff CastleAccommodates: 2
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provides good array of breakfastsuper fast wi-fi is availableit was lovely to meet janet and the room is very comfortablethe bedroom i had was very spacious with a very comfortable double bedthe room was comfortable and a great place to stayCleanliness:
room was very clean and cosyvery nice clean and cosyeverywhere clean and invitinglovely clean bedroom and bathroomroom and bathroom clean and comfortableHost:
she is also an amazing hosthost friendly and kindfantastic hosts who have a lovely homelovely host at a perfect placeshe is an extremely friendly and very welcoming hostRead more reviewsLocation:
near the interesting bay area and within walking distance of the stationgreat location only a 15 minute walk to cardiff bayclose to cardiff bay very easy to walk togreat location not far from the center of townthe location was great for access to the highways as well as public transportation
9. A quiet private bedroom with views
This is a nice, comfortable and small one-bedroom apartment which is perfect for couples! Here, you can enjoy the beautiful view from the balcony and the location is calm and you will be able to immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of the area. There is the provision of an elevator as well and some of the other amenities offered here include essential toiletries, wifi connection, a hairdryer, hangers, an iron box and safety features like first-aid kits and smoke detectors are also accessible to the guests. It is a beautiful apartment to live in and relax.
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
2.31 km (1.5 mi) from Cardiff CastleAccommodates: 2
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immaculately clean and a serene atmospherelovely clean property great communication great locationwe loved staying in her spotlessly clean and tidy flatthe flat was really nice and clean and easy to accessbecky was friendly and helpful and the room - though small - was spotlessly clean and quietHost:
rebecca was very quick to respond to any questions and was a great hostrebecca is an amazing host she is super kind and is always in contactlovely place very lovely host would recommend to anyone who needs a room for a nightvery please with the stay great hostrebecca is a great host and her flat is immaculate bright and a friendly atmosphereRead more reviewsLocation:
the flat was also ideally located for us attending the principality stadium only a short walk awaycute apartment in a good location for city centre - but far enough away to not be crazyideal location with easy access to city and cardiff baylocation great and can't fault the apartment and host
10. Elegant ground-floor apartment
Rent out this ground-floor apartment which, despite having just one bedroom, can host up to five guests. It is, therefore, the perfect vacation rental for a small family or even a group of friends. Found close to Cardiff city center, you don’t need to worry about accessibility to restaurants and stores. If you’re a sports fan, you’ll certainly enjoy the proximity to the Millenium Stadium and even Cardiff City Football Ground. This is an elegantly furnished apartment with modern amenities and chic decor. Everything you would need in a home is found here.
Penarth, Wales, United Kingdom
4.28 km (2.7 mi) from Cardiff CastleTop guest reviews
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tea and coffee and some other bits provided nice kitchenhaving a smart tv meant you could log into netflix which was goodnice apartment basic facilities and kitchen equipment providedgreat to have our own private space and the apartment is well equippedwe stayed at the apartment for 3 nights to celebrate my 65th birthday and we had a lovely timeCleanliness:
very clean and nice and quietvery clean and completely as describedlovely clean well equipped apartmentclean spacious easy to get toit's a nice clean apartmentHost:
pat was a very responsive hostloo rolls towels and great host pat is lovely would definitely stay again miss it alreadygreat host and lovely place perfect location for us and nice and quiet thank youpat's check-in and check-out instructions were very clear and helpfulalthough we did not meet the host the communication through messages was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
good central location for penarthlocation was great nice distance from cardiff centre in a beautiful marinagreat location for cardiff and penarth and close to tescos for food shoppinglovely quiet location close to the marinathe apartment was really well located for us - near to cogan station and easy walk to penarth
11. House close to Cardiff Bay and the city center
This is a quirky and spacious apartment as it can accommodate eight guests. It has two bedrooms with an attached bathroom. It is ideal for a large family and everything is available within a walking distance. What’s more, is that it is a pet-friendly apartment! There is a private entrance for guests as well. Other facilities include a TV, Wi-Fi, an iron, a washer and dryer, a hairdryer, and toiletries. Some of the nearby attractions are Cardiff’s city center and the International Sports Village Centre.
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
2.77 km (1.8 mi) from Cardiff CastleTop guest reviews
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house sleeps 6 comfortably with a double bed and 4 singles as bunk bedsCleanliness:
very clean and tidyvery clean and tidyclean and free parkingnice place clean and tidyeverything very clean and excellent value for moneyHost:
hosts were helpful throughout out and gave us all the information needvery helpful hosts was a great place for uscommunication with hosts was easy and efficientthe kitchen was well equipped and lowri was very helpful in her communications before our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with aldi a 5 min walk awaygreat location and housea great location for cardiffperfect location near to citylovely house in an ideal location
12. Cardiff Bay ground-floor studio apartment
Studio apartments are some of the coziest apartments to live in as you can relax and have the time of your life! Everything around you is open as it has a sleeping area with an attached bathroom and a kitchen which is well equipped with all the essential cookware. There is also a washing machine with a dryer for the guests. Not only that, but there is also cable TV with a wifi connection and a laptop-friendly space to work. Some of the nearby attractions to explore are Cardiff Central Station and the city center.
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
2.26 km (1.5 mi) from Cardiff CastleTop guest reviews
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nice modern kitchen and bathroom facilities and a good heater to keep the cold outlight and airy with full kitchen and very comfortable bed loved itCleanliness:
perfectly clean and comfortable beddingthe place was very clean and comfortablethe flat is clean and the bed is really comfythe apartment was impeccably clean comfortable and everything in it worked properlygreat location for cardiff bay quite and clean studio flatHost:
so she was helpfulvery nice place to stay the host was very nice and communication was not a problem at allRead more reviewsLocation:
good location - easy to walk into cardiff central to access the stadium and main streetgood location to get to entertainment center of cardiffgreat location for the bay good valueeverything and more good location within walking distance to mermaids quayexcellent location for bay area and good value
A vacation to remember
Want to make this trip a memorable one with your family and loved ones? Well, Cardiff Bay is the perfect getaway spot for you and this destination is everything you need. If you’re interested in experiencing the great outdoors in comfort, there are also fantastic glamping spots near Cardiff that offer a unique blend of nature and luxury. With the exceptional home rentals by the Sea in Cardiff, your vacation will be truly unforgettable. So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and explore this beautiful city in the United Kingdom and make memories.
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