Travel Reference
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Beaufort Guest House
( 029-2023 7003;
www.beauforthousecardiff.co.uk
;
65 Cathedral Rd; s/d from £57/82; )
Despite a thor-
ough refurbishment, the Beaufort retains an old-fashioned Victorian atmosphere, with
period-style furniture, gilt mirrors, heavy drapes and even a portrait of the old queen her-
self. The breakfast room is ready for royalty, with candlesticks and blue-and-white china
adding a touch of grandeur.
B&B
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Town House
( 029-2023 9399;
www.thetownhousecardiff.co.uk
;
70 Cathedral Rd; s/d £45/70; )
Succinctly named,
this elegant Victorian town house on the Cathedral Rd strip has welcoming owners and a
relaxed vibe. It retains lots of period features, including original fireplaces, stained-glass
windows and a tiled hallway with busy wallpaper. The rooms are more restrained.
B&B
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Saco House
( 0845 122 0405;
www.sacoapartments.co.uk
;
74-76 Cathedral Rd; apt from £138; )
This large town
house has been given a contemporary makeover and converted into serviced apartments,
complete with comfortable lounges and fitted kitchens. They're set up for longer visits but
one-day stays are possible midweek. The two-bedroom apartments are good value for
families with kids; there's an extra sofa bed in the lounge.
APARTMENT
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Grangetown
Tŷ Rosa
( 0845 643 9962;
www.tyrosa.com
;
118 Clive St; s/d from £49/69, without bathroom £45/59; )
Half an
hour's walk from either the bay or Central Cardiff (follow the river south, turn right on to
Penarth Rd and then left after 650m), this gay-friendly B&B is noted for its sumptuous
breakfasts and affable hosts. The thoughtfully equipped rooms are split between the main
house and an annexe across the road. Some rooms share bathrooms.
B&B
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