Best conference venues in Cardiff
Ranked by verified guest ratings, capacity data and quality scores — not paid placement.
15 conference venues in Cardiff are listed on InternationalVenues.com. The 2026 shortlist below ranks the top 10.
1Quality Hotel & Suites Cardiff
Lamby Way, CF3 2EQ · 120–150 guestsPOAModern 3-star hotel in Cardiff offering comfortable accommodation with conference facilities and easy access to city centre.
2The Sherman Theatre
Senghennydd Road, CF24 4YE · Up to 488 guestsPOAWales' premier producing theatre offering intimate performance spaces and event facilities in Cardiff.
3Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff
Saunders Road, CF10 2FY · 80–120 guestsPOAContemporary hotel in Cardiff city centre offering modern meeting facilities and comfortable accommodation near major transport links.
4Chapter Arts Centre
Market Road, CF5 1QE · 300–450 guestsPOAContemporary arts centre in Cardiff offering cinema, theatre, gallery spaces and meeting rooms for cultural events.
5National Museum Cardiff
Cathays Park, CF10 3NP · 180–250 guestsPOAWales' premier museum featuring art, archaeology, and natural history in Cardiff's Cathays Park.
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Marriott Cardiff Hotel
Mill Lane, CF10 1EZ · 350–450 guestsPOAModern 4-star hotel in Cardiff city centre with 10 meeting rooms and facilities for up to 450 delegates.
7Premier Inn Cardiff East
Pentwyn Road, CF23 7XH · 80–120 guestsPOAModern budget hotel in East Cardiff with meeting facilities and easy motorway access.
8Premier Inn Cardiff Central
Churchill Way, CF10 2HH · 60–80 guestsPOAModern budget hotel in Cardiff city centre with meeting facilities and convenient transport links.
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The Angel Hotel
Castle Street, CF10 1SZ · 120–200 guestsPOAHistoric boutique hotel in Cardiff city centre offering elegant meeting spaces and accommodation near Cardiff Castle.
10Peterstone Lakes Golf Club
Old Port Road, CF3 2TN · 120–250 guestsPOAChampionship golf course and event venue offering stunning lake views and flexible meeting spaces near Cardiff.
Frequently asked questions
How many conference venues are there in Cardiff?
InternationalVenues.com lists 15 conference venues in Cardiff; this shortlist ranks the top 10 by verified guest ratings, capacity data and quality scores.
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Yes — ranking uses verified data only. InternationalVenues.com is free to organisers; venues pay a success fee when a booking is confirmed.
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