
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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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 amenities, cafes, restaurants etc 🚶♀️Walkable to Roath Park Lake
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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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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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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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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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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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3 bedrooms for up to 6 people, easy walk to Centre
Traditional very comfortable Edwardian family home in a quiet residential area in walking distance of the city centre (plus nearby buses). On street parking. Close to local shopping area with pubs, restaurants, etc. Ideal for groups of family or friends. The hosts normally live in the property and offer guests the choice of having either hosted accommodation or completely self-contained accommodation (the former with continental breakfast, local knowledge and free 'taxi' rides into town).
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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.
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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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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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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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A cosy victorian house, meets gallery space.
A lovingly restored Victorian Cardiff terrace house located in Roath - 15minute walk from the center of Cardiff. - 10 minute walk from Roath park which is perfect for dogs and children. - 25/30 minute walk (via town) / 8 minute taxi ride from the Principality Stadium Glenroy doubles up as a gallery space with each room boasting the works of a different talented artist for guests to enjoy or even purchase. A pet friendly home full of love!
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Popular amenities for Cathays family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Snug Cottage in Cardiff + Hot Tub | Garden Room
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Stag-do hot tub house nr city centre &tabletennis
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Alpaca Luxury Lodges - Gardenfield Cabin
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Twmbarlwm Luxury Retreat - Barnfields Alpaca Lodge
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Central House-16 People+Hot Tub
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Modern self contained dwelling in cottage garden
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City hot tub stag house nr city centre & games rm
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The Beach Barn
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Roof Terrace Apartment 3 Bedroom near City Centre
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Stroll to the City Centre From a Chic Refurbished Townhouse
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City-Center 2BR Retreat for 4 + Free Parking
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Luxury Villa- Free secure parking- walk to town
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Perfect pad for exploring Cardiff! Sleeps upto 8
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Modern flat in the heart of Whitchurch Cardiff
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Beautiful town house close to Cardiff city centre
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Castle View - M4 J32
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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Hansen House 2 Cardiff Apartment /Free Parking
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Cosy coastal caravan porthkerry
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Cardiff bay, 1 bedroom apartment
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Seaviews Porthkerry Holiday Park Sleeps 6 Barry
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Stylish Seafront Caravan | Deck & Views near Barry
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Oak Cottage - an inclusive peaceful haven
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Eagle Lodge with shared Outdoor Heated Pool
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Beautiful/Relaxing Caravan Porthkerry sea views
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When is the best time to visit Cathays?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $177 AUD | $281 AUD | $230 AUD | $217 AUD | $208 AUD | $259 AUD | $288 AUD | $245 AUD | $217 AUD | $224 AUD | $238 AUD | $199 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
- Bute Park
- No. 1 Royal Crescent
- St Audrie's Bay
- Oxwich Bay Beach
- Waterfall Country
- Principality Stadium
- Newton Beach - Porthcawl
- Ashton Court Estate





