Marriott Hotel, Cardiff

After a miserable couple of months since Christmas me and the missus decided that a short break was called for and after searching around for something appealing decided that a weekend in Cardiff would be ideal. I had a blurry memory about the Marriott hotel from my last visit to Cardiff and thought I would check out their website for a cheap deal. ** Background ** Marriott Hotels and Resorts are one part of the Marriott Group that also includes, among others, Renaissance Hotels and Resorts, Courtyard and The Ritz-Carlton. There are around 450 Marriott Hotels and Resorts Worldwide catering for ... more

Having worked for 25 days in succession I finally got the opportunity to get the day off; this was cut short by a telephone call requesting I shift my backside to Cardiff as I was "Urgently Required". I tried to get out of working this night but you don't argue with these people or you never get any work again. Being in rather a bad mood I requested they find me a good hotel as I was exhausted. My client agreed to place me in the £130 a night Marriott Hotel in the heart of Cardiff. The Marriott stands tall in the centre of Cardiff, just minutes from the shopping area its ideal for anyone who ... more

Regular readers of my hotel opinions (I think there are 1 or 2 of you left) will know that on my regular trips around the country I suffer with terrible luck when it comes to selecting a hotel. Well, I am pleased to say that I think I have finally found a hotel that is actually rather good – the Marriott Hotel Cardiff. I visited the hotel a couple of years ago, but unfortunately at the time it was being refitted, so it was a bit of a battlefield. The refit has long since been completed, and this time I was able to enjoy the full range of services that the hotel had to offer. Location The ... more

The Marriot Hotel , Cardiff. Location: This hotel is 50m from the main strip of pubs and clubs in the throbbing centre of Cardiff. It is only 200m from the train station, and clearly visible from it. The location could not be better for a stay in the city. Price: I paid 110 pounds for a normal double room, with 2 for breakfast, though checking the board in the hotel the 'rack rate' for that room is 165 pounds, so there stands a testament to booking on the internet! Lobby: As you walk through the doors it is clear that this is a 'higher market' hotel. The huge floral display on the main table ... more

The Marriott in Cardiff is one of the most expensive hotels in cardiff although from the services on offer there the prices are not unjust. The Marriott is centred right near the gay part of Cardiff although is just off Saint Mary Street where the majority of clubs and pubs are. The train and bus central stations are also a short walk away and if you bring a car there is free parking with 24 hour security which makes it the safest place to park in entire Wales. A special code needs to be entered for you to drive out and so there is absolutely no need to worry about your car being stolen. As ... more

I stayed at the Cardiff Marriott Hotelin December 2003 and I believe there are many advantages of staying here but that there are also disadvantages. I shall take you through the pro's and con's so that you get a clear picture for yourselves. The main advantage was that the Marriott is situated in an ideal location- it is only a few meters away fro a row of pubs and restaurants and around 10 minutes walking time from the main street in Cardiff. The Hotel itself is very impressive on the inside- everywhere is very clean and shiny! There is a bar there and a restaurant and a gym/spa. The gym is ... more

Those of you who are starting to read my reviews will see that I am a girl who loves to stay places. This is my second hotel in Cardiff. My other review was in the Big sleep. Anyway, I cant remember why we stayed here, might have been a birthday or something. I know i paid! On arrival at the Marriot. after going around the roundabout 4 times because we couldnt find a turn off! We found that there was no parking because it was full of people using the gym. After traveling 50 miles and spending £140 we expected a space. So we waited. after a while one became free and we parked only to discover ... more

Cardif is by far the best Marriott Hotel in the Country. From the Manager to the dishwasher you can see the brilliant customer care skills when you stay there. The telephone booking was answered within three rings all information checked , and booking in the post with directions, spot on. A brilliant check in , kids made to feel welcome, colouring books all round "magic" Porter to the room , gave restaurant times most helpful , made a big fuss of the kids. The bar was ok , however the staff were sparkling really friendly. The restaurant was very buisy so we ate out. The bed room was spotless ... more