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Holiday Inn Express Cardiff City Centre

📍
Contempora, Schooner Way, Cardiff CF10 4RT, United Kingdom
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Modern hotel in Cardiff city centre offering compact meeting facilities and business amenities near Cardiff Bay.

About This Venue

Holiday Inn Express Cardiff City Centre is a contemporary hotel located at Contempora on Schooner Way in the heart of Cardiff. This modern establishment offers compact yet versatile meeting facilities suitable for smaller business gatherings with capacity for up to 60 delegates. The hotel features essential business amenities including complimentary WiFi, basic AV equipment, and professional service standards expected from the Holiday Inn Express brand. Strategically positioned in Cardiff city centre with excellent access to Cardiff Central Station and major business districts, the venue provides ideal connectivity for corporate visitors. The hotel combines the efficiency and value of the Express brand with contemporary comfort, offering restaurant facilities and modern accommodation. With its central Cardiff location and proximity to Cardiff Bay, the Principality Stadium, and major transport links, Holiday Inn Express Cardiff City Centre delivers a convenient and cost-effective solution for small meetings, training sessions, and business events in the Welsh capital.

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Indicative Budget
£1,350£2,550
Typical day-delegate event for ~30 guests
Capacity (max)
60
Typical attendees
30
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (30 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

60
Maximum Capacity
40
Theatre Style
60
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Meeting Room

45
40
162024

Boardroom

25
20
101215

2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 40 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV Equipment
24-Hour Reception
Business Centre
Restaurant
City Centre Location
Air Conditioning
Accessible
Express Check-in

📐 Space Specifications

75
Total Space (m²)
2.8m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Microphones
PA System

🎯 Suitable For

📋Business Meetings
📋Training Sessions
📋Corporate Events
📋Small Conferences
📋Workshops

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible throughoutAccessible parking nearbyAccessible guest rooms availableHearing loop systemsVisual fire alarms

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Cardiff Central railway station 0.5 miles away with direct services to London Paddington, Birmingham, and Manchester. Cardiff Queen Street station nearby. Excellent bus connections throughout Cardiff. Cardiff Airport 12 miles via bus and rail links.

🅿️ Parking

Nearby parking available

No on-site parking. NCP and council car parks within 200m. Street parking with restrictions. Loading facilities available for events.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

40
theatre
16
boardroom
24
classroom
20
u shape
30
cabaret
60
reception
35
dining
30
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 60 guests in theatre style, 40 in boardroom style, 50 in classroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen and Wi-Fi included. Additional equipment available on request
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available. Public parking nearby. Contact hotel for rates and availability

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Contempora
Schooner Way
CF10 4RT, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Business HotelMeeting Rooms

Venue Location

Contempora, Schooner Way, Cardiff, CF10 4RT

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 60 guests in theatre style, 40 in boardroom style, 50 in classroom style

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen and Wi-Fi included. Additional equipment available on request

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Limited on-site parking available. Public parking nearby. Contact hotel for rates and availability

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Cardiff Castle Historic Fortress
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 8 minutes walk
🏰
Cardiff Bay Waterfront Development
1.5 km (0.9 mi)• 5 minutes drive

🎵Concert Hall

🎵
Principality Stadium Rugby Venue
0.6 km (0.4 mi)• 6 minutes walk

🏛️Museum

🏛️
National Museum Cardiff Art Gallery
1 km (0.6 mi)• 10 minutes walk
🏛️
Cardiff Story Museum Local History
0.5 km (0.3 mi)• 5 minutes walk
🏛️
Techniquest Science Discovery Centre
1.6 km (1 mi)• 5 minutes drive

🎭Theatre

🎭
Wales Millennium Centre Opera House
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 6 minutes drive

🌳Gardens

🌳
Bute Park Victorian Gardens
1.2 km (0.75 mi)• 12 minutes walk
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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