local area

In the centre of the city, just a short walk from Clayton Hotel Cardiff, St David’s Shopping Centre is home to high street favourites; Marks and Spencer, Debenhams and John Lewis. As well as kid’s toy stores Hamleys, homeware store Lakelands and all popular fashion retailers including; River Island, Oasis and H&M. Spoilt for choice and something for everyone, St Davids Shopping Centre also has numerous coffee shops and a food quarter.

For an alternative shopping experience, a trip to Cardiff’s Victorian arcades is a must. Located across Cardiff, the arcades host local and independent shops including; the oldest record shop in the world Spillers Records, Vegan takeaway restaurant Greazy Vegan and cool mixology ice cream parlour, Science Cream. 

Nestled among high street favourites the arcades accommodate vintage clothing stores and specialist bars for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.

Step back in time at Cardiff Market. Under its glass roof the different stalls have been trading since the 1700s which today includes locally sourced fruit and veg, welsh meat, kids toy and homeware stalls all guaranteed to be a bargain. 

The market explores a variety of cultures from Asian delicacies to Mediterranean nibbles however, most notably is Cardiff Bakestones, home of the nation’s favourite – welshcakes, baked in store the market offers alternative flavours including chocolate chip, lemon curd and strawberry jam.

Cardiff has a range of arcades dotted throughout the city, with Queens Arcade containing some of the most fashionable boutiques, jewellery stores and cafés on Queen Street. The Royal Arcade is the oldest of Cardiff’s arcades and is located just opposite St David’s Shopping Centre. You’ll find some great independent shops that have been there for over 60 years which include Wally’s Delicatessen. Castle Arcade is just opposite Cardiff castle and has a great array of edible goodies including speciality cheeses, breads and pastas.

Ice Arena Wales is home to the local ice hockey team, the Cardiff Devils. Currently competing in the British Elite Ice Hockey League the Cardiff Devils hold league titles for both 2017 and 2018. Ice Arena Wales hosts regular home games for you to enjoy as well as private hire facilities and ice-skating lessons.

The second largest stadium in Wales and home to Cardiff City Football Club, Cardiff City Stadium has capacity for over 33,000 supporters. Since qualifying for the Premier League this year, the stadium now host high profile games against teams such as Liverpool, Manchester United, and Arsenal. The venue promises an intimate and electric atmosphere at every game and is just a 10 minute drive Claytons hotel.

The home of performing arts in Cardiff Bay. It plays host to a range of activities throughout the year including musicals, the ballet, opera, dance and much more.

If you are a fan of the performing arts, and are visiting Cardiff then this is an absolute must.

The Motorpoint Arena is just a short walk from the hotel and a multi-purpose venue that offers everything from comedy shows, sporting events, live music as well as a variety of conferences and meetings and everything in between, including; WWE Live 2018, Welsh Open Snooker, The Wonderful World of Disney on Ice, and chart successors, Kylie Minogue, Olly Murs and Mumford and Sons.

If you’re looking for places to stay near principality stadium Cardiff, Clayton Hotel Cardiff is the best choice.

Whether you are a sports fan, concert enthusiast or visiting one of Wales biggest conference spaces, Principality Stadium has it all. Previously called the Millennium Stadium, the venue hosts the biggest events in entertainment including the Rugby World Cup, Anthony Joshua defending his heavyweight championship title and Beyonce’s World Tour.

The 74,000 seater stadium guarantees an incredible atmosphere and is located in the heart of the city centre.

Made famous by the hit BBC sitcom, Gavin & Stacey, Barry Island is a popular seaside resort just a short 25-minute drive from Clayton Hotel Cardiff.

Looking for an epic adventure? Trek into Cardiff’s lushest rainforest. Located on Level P3 of St Davids shopping centre. Join us where thunder rumbles, ancient spirits stir and mini golf reigns supreme.

Come and visit the UK’s first science discovery centre at Techniquest in Cardiff Bay. Techniquest offers an interactive experience on over 100 captivating exhibits, including spectacular shows in the Science Theatre, taking a tour of the stars in the Planetarium or launching a rocket at the International Space Station.

Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland has been a feature of the city’s festive season for 17 years and is home to the largest indoor ice rink in Wales.

Wales’s leading historical attraction and situated in the city centre, Cardiff Castle has over 2,000 years of history. Its structure was once a Roman fort, then Norman castle and finally redesigned in to the Victorian Gothic castle that stands today. The castle is available for tours everyday of the week and even holds events such as banquets, seasonal tours and most recently an Outdoor Cinema.

Looking for an epic adventure? Trek into Cardiff’s lushest rainforest. Located on Level P3 of St Davids shopping centre. Join us where thunder rumbles, ancient spirits stir and mini golf reigns supreme. Tackle the Tropical Trail or the Ancient Explorer, our indoor, 18-hole courses. Then grab cracking coffee, tropical cocktails and handmade pizza in our Clubhouse.

Clayton Hotel Cardiff is conveniently located in the centre of Cardiff City, only a short walk from the Cardiff Central train station and bus station. The city stop for Cardiff airport shuttle bus is directly opposite the hotel.