Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Expensive parking
Some amenities need improvement

Categories

Cleanliness
8.68
Specific mention of clean and comfy room, but some areas may need upgrades.
Service
9.25
Staff were friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the stay.
Location
9.29
Great location with lovely views over the bay.
Room Quality
8.74
Rooms are comfortable with great views, but some parts noted as dated.
Amenities
8.27
Good facilities, but some issues mentioned with the spa not being up to par.
Value for Money
8.23
Parking fees noted as expensive; some guests feel facilities could be improved.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Food was fresh and tasty with excellent breakfast options.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall a great stay, with a few minor issues but highly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:06

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Set in an iconic building overlooking Cardiff Bay, voco - St David's Cardiff offers 5-star luxury with stylish bedrooms featuring private balconies and luxury bathrooms. Enjoy the convenience of air conditioning and Wi-Fi in all rooms, with Mermaid Quay just a short walk away.

Award-Winning Spa and Dining

Relax and rejuvenate at the award-winning Spa at St David's, boasting a swimming pool, hydrotherapy pools, fitness studio, and beauty treatments. Indulge in culinary delights at Tir a Mor restaurant with a waterside terrace, complemented by a bar offering cocktails and craft beer.

Convenient Location and Facilities

Located near Cardiff Docks, the hotel provides meeting facilities and is close to the city center. With two paid car parks adjacent, voco - St David's Cardiff ensures a seamless stay.

Book now to experience luxury and relaxation at voco - St David's Cardiff!

Important information:

Spa at St. David's opening hours: From Monday to Friday - 06:30 am - 9:00pm From Saturday to Sunday:- 7:30pm - 9:00pm. Please, be advised at busy times the property may restrict access to the spa in order to ensure guests are able to get the most from our facilities in a safe manner.

Children's Swim Times -Daily: 7:30am to 9:30am / 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
Children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult (under 4 years: one child per adult, 4-8 years: two children per adult, 8 years+: three children per adult)

Please note that the hotel parking is limited and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at £27.00 for 24 hours.

The credit/debit card used at the time of the booking needs to be presented upon check-in.

Upon arrival, we require all guests to pre authorize a debit/credit card of their choosing at £50 per night, per room for incidentals.

If the guest does not use this deposit, it will be released back to them at the end of their stay and will be reflected in their account 5-7 business days after check out.

Pets are allowed upon prior arrangement for an additional fee of GBP 35 per night. There are some adjustments to the opening hours of the restaurant.

• 1 dog allowed per room – up to 30kg (up to a Labrador size dog) or 2 small dogs under 30kg.
• £35.00 per day per dog includes water bowl, food bowl (no food included) dog bed, cleaning charge & Woof cakes.

** upgrade for a one off charge of £10 to include a chew toy and Lily’s Kitchen dog treats.**

• Guests to bring record of up to date vaccinations if possible.

In room-dining options are available. Bed and Breakfast or Dinner, Bed and Breakfast rates are for up to 2 adults sharing a room, children breakfast supplements may apply.



Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CWL

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 6232 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.68
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Charles • solo_traveller • gb
9
A birthday treat
Pros:

Stayed as a treat for birthday lovely touch with birthday wishes on mirror thoroughly enjoyed it

Cons:

Automatic front doors not working

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Kinga • couple • gb
10
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Elke • couple • ch
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Hannah Eve • couple • gb
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Falgunee • couple • gb
1
Outdated rooms - Avoid
Pros:

The spa was ok. Still a bit outdated and no steam room

Cons:

Parking is £27?! The rooms are still very outdated. A night in premier inn would have better. No hot water out of sink. The shower has very low pressure and bathroom very outdated. Not what you expect from a 5* hotel and especially the prices charged!!!

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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IREK F. • solo_traveller • pl
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
Excellent, apart from the parking
Pros:

Clean a newly refurbished rooms

Cons:

Nothing very good , very satisfied

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • couple • gb
10
The coziest comfiest stay ever, never felt so relaxed.
Pros:

Fantastic room and team - very cozy and quiet.

Cons:

It was perfect

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Maxine • couple • gb
7
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Lisa • couple • gb
9
The Stay Was Very Nice and Relaxing and I Enjoyed the Outdoors of Cardiff Bay, A Beautiful Experience, Many Thanks.
Pros:

Very Clean and Tidy, Nice and Spacious, Nicely Decorated, Spacious King Room, Lovely Spacious Shower, Lovely Large Patio with a Beautiful View of Cardiff Bay Docks, Robes, Iron, Kettle, Tea Bags, Cup, Sugar Sachets, Coffee and a Coffee Machine, Plenty of Towels and Toiletries, A Nice Size TV, Good Lighting, Good Air Conditioning and good Plug Sockets for Charging my Phone etc and a Great Breakfast.

Cons:

I have some Health Conditions and I cannot use Lifts, I can only use Stairs and because the Stairs are within the Entrance of the Hotel Spa I could only stay out until 9:00pm because that’s when the Spa Doors Close after this time and I would not be able to gain access to the Stairs to get to my Room after 9:00pm, so I could not enjoy my outside time for longer which ruined part of the stay for what I paid for.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • couple • gb
8
The stay was enhanced by the helpful, friendly but efficient staff
Pros:

Good buffet at breakfast
Lovely views of the bay
Comfortable room

Cons:

At breakfast only scrambled egg was available unless you asked- we weren't told that you could ask for fried or poached eggs instead
The hotel parking was very expensive- even more than the public car park next to it

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
10
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Georgia • couple • gb
7
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Ellis • couple • gb
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
9
Highly recommend. Have been 3-4 times now and will continue to come and stay for the foreseeable
Pros:

Lovely hotel and location have stayed 3-4 times now and love it! The spa is lovely the staff are wonderful rooms and views were beautiful.

Cons:

I understand cost and overheads ect ect but I did feel breakfast was maybe a tad overpriced, we didn’t add this to the trip this time for the above reason.
I also felt the car park was extremely expensive, I get it’s for the hotel and views and everything in between but £25-£30 for a night I felt was a lot.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Weng Hoe • solo_traveller • my
9
Pros:

Swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna are superb.

Rooms have incredible view.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • couple • us
10
This was a pleasant and comfortable stay and would recommend to others.
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and modern property with a scenic location on the water.

Cons:

Not easily walkable to the town center.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Rod • solo_traveller • gb
10
Very relaxing one night stay at this lovely spa hotel
Pros:

Very comfortable room. Spa facilities are really nice

Cons:

Parking expense but appreciate it is Cardiff central

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
10
Our first night of our honeymoon before flying out on holls
Pros:

Lovely hotel , perfect

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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quick • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Brilliant stay will come again thank you.

Cons:

Room jacuzzi staff were lovely

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee