Voco St David’s Cardiff

A landmark waterfront hotel and spa on Cardiff Bay

voco St David’s is one of Cardiff’s most recognisable hotels — a striking, glass-fronted landmark standing right on the edge of Cardiff Bay. With sweeping views over the water, its own spa and a prime waterfront position, it offers a stylish, indulgent base in the Welsh capital, moments from Mermaid Quay and the Wales Millennium Centre, and welcomes dogs too.

Stylish rooms with bay views

The hotel is known for its comfortable, contemporary rooms, many enjoying sweeping views across Cardiff Bay — a memorable thing to wake up to. It is finished to a high standard throughout, with the relaxed, design-led feel that makes a city break feel like a proper treat. Whether you are visiting for an event, a celebration or simply to explore the capital, it is a comfortable and convenient place to stay.

Spa, dining and the waterfront

A real draw is the hotel’s spa — a lovely way to unwind after a day exploring or before a night out. There is dining and a bar on site, and the position could hardly be better: step outside and you are on the waterfront at Cardiff Bay, with restaurants, bars and attractions all around. Dogs are welcome, making it a flexible choice for guests travelling with a four-legged friend.

On Cardiff Bay

The hotel sits right on the regenerated waterfront of Cardiff Bay, steps from the restaurants and bars of Mermaid Quay, the Wales Millennium Centre and the Senedd (the Welsh Parliament), with boat trips setting out across the bay. The city centre, with Cardiff Castle and the Victorian shopping arcades, is a short hop away, as are Techniquest and, across the water, the Victorian seaside town of Penarth. For more places to stay and ideas across the capital, see our guide to holiday accommodation in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.

A memorable city-and-water base

For a Cardiff stay with a sense of occasion, voco St David’s is hard to beat. Days can be spent exploring the bay and the city, relaxing in the spa, or heading out to the coast at Penarth and the Vale of Glamorgan, before returning to a stylish room with a view over the water. With its landmark setting and waterfront location, it makes a special base in the heart of the capital.

A great base for the capital

Cardiff packs a lot into a compact, walkable city. The Principality Stadium, host of rugby internationals and major concerts, is a short hop across the city, and Cardiff Castle, the National Museum and the Victorian shopping arcades are all close by. Down at the bay, families love Techniquest and the boat trips, while the barrage walk leads across to the Victorian pier and seafront at Penarth. St Fagans National Museum of History, one of Europe’s leading open-air museums, makes a great day out, and Cardiff Central station — a short distance away — links the city to the rest of Wales.

At a glance

• Landmark glass-fronted hotel on Cardiff Bay
• Stylish rooms, many with sweeping bay views
• On-site spa, dining and bar
• Steps from Mermaid Quay and the Wales Millennium Centre
• Dog-friendly
• A short hop from Cardiff city centre and the castle

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is it? On the waterfront at Cardiff Bay, steps from Mermaid Quay and the Wales Millennium Centre.

Is there a spa? Yes — the hotel has its own spa.

Are there bay views? Yes — many rooms enjoy sweeping views across Cardiff Bay.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, the hotel is dog-friendly.

What is nearby? Mermaid Quay, the Wales Millennium Centre, the Senedd, Cardiff city centre and Penarth.

For a stylish, landmark base on the Cardiff Bay waterfront, voco St David’s is a wonderful choice. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.