Sid's Restaurant and Bar with Rooms

Hotels
8.6 (220 reviews)
The Esplanade , Cardiff , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Sun terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Excellent service
Cons:
Room was cramped
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.76
The property was right on the seafront so in a great position. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful.
Service
9.03
Sid and his team were all wonderful. Their customer service was exceptional.
Location
9.07
Great location, close to Penarth Pier, perfect for our late return on the Waverley Paddle steamer.
Room Quality
8.12
Some rooms were cramped with a view of a brick wall, as mentioned in reviews.
Amenities
8.05
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.31
Disappointing room for the money but good breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Breakfast was great and the dining experience was enjoyable.
Overall Experience
8.63
We loved EVERYTHING about the place, the people & the location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:36

Property Description

Luxurious Stay and Culinary Delights

Exquisite Dining Experience: Indulge in delicious meals at our on-site restaurant offering a variety of culinary delights.

Comfortable Accommodation: Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and free WiFi.

Convenient Location and Hospitality: Benefit from our prime location in Penarth, with easy access to Cardiff and assistance from our friendly reception staff.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Pickford’s Hotel and Restaurant with Rooms. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 220 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.76
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Gareth • couple • gb
6
Weekend Break
Pros:

Friendly
Good location

Cons:

Shower was filthy
Way too expensive for the quality

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great position really friendly staff

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
7
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Liam • couple • gb
4
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • couple • gb
10
Pros:

I like the staff they were all friendly and welcoming and the view from the hotel was spectacular

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Andy • couple • gb
5
Great location, tired decor.
Pros:

The owner was great - very friendly, helpful knowledge re parking, and gave us a free breakfast on one of the mornings

Cons:

The decor throughout, including the room, was very tired. For example, the banisters on the stairs were so dirty / greasy - they need a really good clean. For what we paid, I expected a lot more. There was also quite a bit of noise - some from the bar downstairs, and some from people who parked outside and played really loud music in their car late at night.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • ie
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • gb
7
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • gb
8
Fantastic location, comfy and convenient!
Pros:

Lovely breakfast, great location just by the sea, comfy rooms and very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely to have a bar in the same premises, though sadly it had closed by the time I got there (I think about 9pm on a Friday evening in August?). Room was on the first floor with easy access, parking is possible with a 2-hour time limit, which is fair enough.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Ingmar Wiegleb • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Die Lage ist schön.

Cons:

Alles sehr lieblos und improvisiert.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Eva • couple • gb
6
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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rhiannon • couple • gb
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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letitia • couple • gb
7
all ok, ask for a rear facing room to avoid the night time noise
Pros:

seafront location, great views. staff were superb, attentive and friendly

lovely big breakfast too

Cons:

sadly with the location it was very noisy, we had a Seaview room on the first floor. we had youngsters cars revving up , popping and banging, horns blowing, loud music until about 1.00am, other guest arriving ludly at 2.30 am, then the glass collection skip lorry at 4.00 am, and again at 7.00am!!... not a peaceful night

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
6
Did and his staff made this stay fab.
Pros:

The location was fantastic, the view was beautiful. Rooms above a bar/restaurant what’s not to love?!

Cons:

We were there during the heatwave and no air conditioning. Bathroom was tiny and needed updated

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Hardeep • couple • gb
10
It was a truly wonderful and relaxing experience
Pros:

We had a wonderful experience at sid’s. It’s a wonderful place with sea views. It’s dog friendly and hospitality is great. Host is very warm and welcoming. Food is delicious and we enjoyed the best cocktail there too.

Cons:

I don’t think there was anything I didn’t like .

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Geraint • couple • gb
6
Would not stay again but definitely come for a drink and food.
Pros:

Location is great and the home made bread and garlicky olives and oil were really good.

Cons:

Rooms are very basic but very clean and the bathroom / shower exceptionally clean. Attention to detail with the décor is poor which is easily rectified. Being kept awake at night by locals with loud car music parked directly outside spoilt our stay really. Sid is aware and trying to resolve the external noise issue.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Angelina • couple • gb
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Allana • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location, good customer service. Great food and entertainment.

Cons:

No iron in bedroom.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee