
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Cathays
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Explore 160 holiday rentals in Cathays

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Cathays holiday rentals start at $42 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 40 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
80 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
150 of Cathays holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Cathays rentals

4.7 Average rating
Cathays stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Cathays
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The Pad
💚 Spacious, modern, airy 💛 Adults only 🛌 💤 Super-King bed ☀️Private, south-facing balcony, situated on 3rd (top) floor 🍿 Guest Netflix 🅿️ Ample free, off street, parking. 🚲 2 bikes available-please message me 🏡 We live next door but respect your privacy ❌ no lift 📍Whilst not city centre, it’s only approx a 40 min stroll, 20 mins by bus from outside the apartment, or easy to drive/Uber 🍔🍟🍦Lots of great, locally owned cafes, bars & restaurants etc. 🚶♀️Walkable to Roath Park Lake
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 287 reviews
Spacious 6 Bed House, Walk to City Centre & Lake
FANS PROVIDED IN ALL ROOMS. Spacious 6-bedroom home in central Cardiff—perfect for families and groups. Located in a friendly residential area, with - 4 double & 2 single rooms - 3 WCs (2 showers) ✔ Fast WiFi ✔ Free street parking ✔ Self check-in ✔ Workspace ✔ Central yet quiet with nearby green spaces 🌿 Walk to: • 🌊 Roath Park Lake • 🏙️ City Centre • 🍽️ International Food Street • 🌸 Botanical Gardens & Play Parks Enjoy a relaxing stay close to everything Cardiff offers - book today!
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4.8 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
Roof Terrace Apartment 3 Bedroom near City Centre
Spacious three-bedroom apartment with three comfortable double beds, large lounge and fully equipped kitchen/diner. The place is set in a leafy Cardiff suburb. Private entrance with exclusive access to the whole place. Roof terrace with patio furniture and views. Wellfield Road is a quiet high street with café bars, restaurants, shops including a Tesco Express all on the doorstep. Roath Park is a short walk, and the city centre's just 1 mile. Virgin WiFi (250Mbps) and Smart TV included
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews
Cosy Annex in Cardiff
Private self-contained annex, 10 minutes from the city centre. Nestled in a quiet residential area, this modern space is ideal for a short stay. Private courtyard Off-Road Parking En Suite Bathroom Fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, and all cutlery & crockery. TV with Netflix and WiFi Tea and coffee provided, with extra bedding, towels, iron & hairdryer available. Close to parks, shops, coffee shops, restaurants & pubs. Near main bus routes & motorway links UHW Hospital: 5-minute walk.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews
The Central Stay -Free Parking, Contractor&Holiday
Ideal for contractors, corporate clients, and holiday makers, this gorgeous 2-bedroom house is in the heart of the City Centre. The Central Stay is less than a 15-minute walk from the city centre or a 5-minute drive. Every inch of this house has been curated to provide guests with comfort, relaxation, and a memorable experience. From a fully equipped kitchen, super-fast Wi-Fi, and comfortable beds and workspaces, the house is perfect for everyone. Book now for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Bright, modern home in central location of Cathays
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place. Traditional 1900’s terrace, modernised for comfort and provides all amenities possible. Whether you are working away, spending time with family and friends or visiting our amazing city for an event, this location is perfect. Close to Roath Park lake, City centre and plenty of local restaurants, bars and take aways within walking distance and great public transport. (Non residents) Parking available on streets surrounding the house.
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4.83 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews
Warm & welcoming studio
Just ten minutes drive from Cardiff centre. Self-contained and tucked away, once inside the studio you would never know you're in the heart of Birchgrove, Cardiff, with a great range of facilities and buses just a minute’s walk away. The studio has a shower room and well-equipped kitchenette. With a double bed & sofa bed, the studio can sleep four people, plus a travel cot & high chair. Wifi, Netflix & Amazon TV are provided. The studio has a wood burner, central heating & shared patio.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1147 reviews
Cozy studio
A completely self-contained annex-come-studio in our garden. It has everything you need for a short stay in Cardiff and is very close to lovely parks, cafes, restaurants and shops and is 25 mins walk or ten mins bus ride to town - the bus stop is right behind the annex. It is suitable for a couple, two friends (there's a pull-out single bed in the living area) or a couple with a child. We converted our garage during lockdown and created this unique and cosy space.
Indoor spacesFamilyComfort
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews
Beautiful Townhouse, great location - Pet Friendly
Perfect for families and groups and their much loved pets. Mackintosh Townhouse is a beautiful and characterful victorian townhouse located in the popular area of Roath, close to some of Cardiff's best bars, restaurants and Cafe's. With 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms this spacious and light home is perfect for families or friends to enjoy the delights of the city and call home. 5 minute walk to the stunning Roath lake, 25 minute walk to Cardiff City centre.
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews
Peaceful and Unique Stay in City Centre
Perfectly situated for a visit to sporting and entertainment events in Cardiff City Centre or a visit to children studying at the university, our annexe is a beautiful, recently renovated space. It comprises a kitchen/living room/diner with high ceiling, a spacious bedroom with a double bed, a sofa bed and an en-suite shower room. We are happy to host fully house-trained, well-behaved pets but please contact us before you book to discuss your needs.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews
Cottage in Bute Park
Once part of the farm belonging to the Marquess of Bute. Close to the city centre, Cardiff Uni, Bute Park and Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. If you like the unusual you should love this cottage because of the location and quirky old fashioned charm of the place. It suits families, visiting academics and small groups. Good WIFI. . Please feel free to enjoy the paved area and lawn outside the front door. See other things to note below.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews
Private & Compact hideaway, Llandaff North
A compact, quiet and private hideaway in Llandaff North, close to the centre of Cardiff. We are on the Taff Trail for walks and hikes, it's a 15 minute bike ride into town or an 8 minute train journey to the centre. Great restaurants nearby and Lidls is around the corner for essentials. 1 mile from University Hospital Wales. Great location. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, but close to major routes and motor ways.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 451 reviewsPopular amenities for Cathays family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Stag-do hot tub house nr city centre &tabletennis
KitchenFamilyWalkability
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
Snug Cottage in Cardiff + Hot Tub | Garden Room
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews
Alpaca Luxury Lodges - Gardenfield Cabin
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviews
Twmbarlwm Luxury Retreat - Barnfields Alpaca Lodge
Indoor spacesFamilyComfort
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews
The Beach Barn
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 521 reviews
Modern self contained dwelling in cottage garden
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
City hot tub stag house nr city centre & games rm
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
The Nest on the Hill
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

Roath home near the park. Discounted longer stays
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
A cosy victorian house, meets gallery space.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
Cute GF City Apartment, free onsite parking!
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4.79 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews
3 bedrooms for up to 6 people, easy walk to Centre
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews
Perfect pad for exploring Cardiff! Sleeps upto 8
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 239 reviews
Modern flat in the heart of Whitchurch Cardiff
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 338 reviews
Blackberry Cottage — Dog-Friendly Home in Cardiff
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 209 reviews
Luxury Villa- Free secure parking- walk to town
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 438 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

Hansen House 2 Cardiff Apartment /Free Parking
KitchenIndoor spacesSleep quality
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews
Cosy coastal caravan porthkerry
FamilyIndoor spacesWi-Fi
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews
Oak Cottage - an inclusive peaceful haven
Indoor spacesKitchenHospitality
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
Seaviews Porthkerry Holiday Park Sleeps 6 Barry
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews
Eagle Lodge with shared Outdoor Heated Pool
KitchenFamilyPool
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Stylish Seafront Caravan | Deck & Views near Barry
KitchenFamilyGetting around
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews
Beautiful/Relaxing Caravan Porthkerry sea views
FamilyHospitalityParks
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews
Cardiff City Centre/Bay Flat
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Cathays?
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| Avg. price | $180 AUD | $285 AUD | $233 AUD | $220 AUD | $210 AUD | $262 AUD | $292 AUD | $248 AUD | $220 AUD | $227 AUD | $241 AUD | $202 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 6°C | 6°C | 7°C | 10°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 17°C | 15°C | 12°C | 9°C | 7°C |
Destinations to explore
- Longleat Safari Park
- Exmoor National Park
- Brean Beach
- Exmoor National Park
- Bike Park Wales
- Mumbles Beach
- Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
- Cardiff Bay
- Three Cliffs Bay
- Cardiff Castle
- Langland Bay
- Roath Park
- Puzzlewood
- Bath Abbey
- Barry Island Beach
- Zip World Tower
- No. 1 Royal Crescent
- St Audrie's Bay
- Bute Park
- Oxwich Bay Beach
- Waterfall Country
- Principality Stadium
- Newton Beach - Porthcawl
- Ashton Court Estate





