Name: Sid'S Restaurant And Bar With Rooms
Address: The Esplanade, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF64 3AU
Price range: US$136+
Rating: 8.3

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Key details

About the Hotel

The Esplanade, Cardiff, CF64 3AU

Near the waterfront

Great

8.5

/10

Loved by Sid'S Restaurant And Bar With Rooms guests

Cute staff

Perfect location

Amazing breakfast

Delicious food

Comfortable bed

Sids Restaurant And Bar With Rooms - A 3-star hotel with a bar, terrace, and proximity to Cardiff landmarks

Sids Restaurant And Bar With Rooms features a bar and terrace among its facilities, with free WiFi available throughout the property. The hotel's rooms include a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Located 17 km from Cardiff Airport and 5 km from the city center, the accommodation is a 10-minute drive from Cathays. Nearby attractions include Glass By Design (1 km) and Belle Vue Park (1 km). A continental breakfast is served each morning at Sids Restaurant And Bar With Rooms. The property offers sea views from select rooms, with private entrances available in some accommodations.

Pros

Free WiFi is accessible in all areas of the hotel.

Proximity to key attractions like Cardiff International White Water (2 km) and Techniquest (3 km).

Rooms feature flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Some accommodations include terraces with sea views and private entrances.

Cons

The nearest airport, Cardiff Airport, is 17 km away.

Rooms with sea views are not available in all accommodations.

Select your room type

Sid'S Restaurant And Bar With Rooms offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
Deluxe Double Room Sea View
2 persons
65 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details

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Facilities

Sid'S Restaurant And Bar With Rooms offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.3/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Security
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Sid'S Restaurant And Bar With Rooms Location

The Esplanade, Cardiff, CF64 3AU

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

Cardiff Bay

1.4 mi

Museum

Techniquest

2.0 mi

Gallery

Ffotogallery

2400 ft

Gallery

Glass By Design

3100 ft

Landmark

Glamorganshire Golf Club

4100 ft

Landmark

Cardiff Bay Barrage

1.5 mi

Church

Norwegian Church Arts Centre

2.0 mi

Landmark

All Saints Parish Church Penarth

2700 ft

Landmark

Principality Stadium

3.2 mi

Landmark

Belle Vue Park

3700 ft

Landmark

Cardiff Castle

3.4 mi

Landmark

Cardiff International Pool

1.2 mi

Nature reserve

Cosmeston Lakes Country Park

1.4 mi

Landmark

Cosmeston Medieval Village

1.5 mi

Landmark

The Pink Hut

4600 ft

Museum

Pierhead Building

2.1 mi

Nearby

Harbour

Penarth Pier Pavilion

2000 ft

Restaurants

Pizza Pronto

3500 ft

The Kiosk

Subway

3700 ft

5 Stanwell Road

Explore Cardiff

Nearby Activities and Dining

Penarth Pier Pavilion

7 minutes' walk

Cultural hub showcasing art displays and local events. Offers stunning seafront views and a café for refreshments.

Ffotogallery

9 minutes' walk

Modern photography gallery featuring innovative exhibitions. Hosts workshops and educational events throughout the year.

Cardiff Bay Barrage

6-minute drive

Engineering marvel with scenic views and walking paths. Ideal for cycling and offers water sports activities in the bay.

Viola Arena

9-minute drive

Multi-purpose venue hosting concerts and sports events. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and exciting entertainment schedule.

Cardiff International White Water

5-minute drive

Thrill-seeking water sports venue offering white-water rafting and kayaking. Booking essential for group activities.

Cosmeston Lakes Country Park

5-minute drive

Serene park with lakeside trails and picnic areas. Perfect for a relaxing day outdoors, with wildlife and walking paths.

Pizza Pronto

13 minutes' walk

Casual eatery specializing in freshly made pizza. Offers a vibrant atmosphere with vegetarian options available.

The Pink Hut

15 minutes' walk

Charming café renowned for artisanal coffee and baked goods. Cozy interior with a menu focusing on local ingredients.

Mermaid Quay

9-minute drive

Bustling waterfront area filled with bars, restaurants, and shops. Hosts live music events and family-friendly activities.

Ianto's Shrine

10-minute drive

A unique memorial celebrating a fictional character's legacy. An intriguing spot for fans and a wonderful photo opportunity.

Getting around

City Centre
Cardiff 9 min · 3.4 mi
Airports
Cardiff (CWL) 29 min · 12.0 mi
Swansea (SWS) 123 min · 50.6 mi
Train
Penarth Railway Station 6 min · 1700 ft
Dingle Road Train Station 15 min · 4000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 8 min · 3.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 10:00-11:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

German

Former name

pickfords hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Sid'S Restaurant And Bar With Rooms from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Sids Restaurant And Bar With Rooms enjoys a fantastic location on The Esplanade in Penarth, often praised for its proximity to Penarth Pier and offering lovely sea views; some guests particularly appreciate rooms overlooking the bay. Guests frequently mention the excellent breakfast, with a good selection of items, and the enjoyable evening meals in the restaurant. While most find the rooms well-equipped, a few guests have mentioned that some rooms can be cramped.

Review score

Based on 3 verified reviews

8.3 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Breakfast

10.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Facilities

8.3/10

Value for money

8.4/10

Pros

Great location

Friendly staff

Delicious food

Sea view

Comfortable bed

Cons

Small room

Dated room

Uneven floor

Steep stairs

Geoffrey from United Kingdom

Couple

Double Room

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: July 27, 2025

7/10

great location friendly staff clean room dated room tired bathroom cracked sink

the location was really great. it sat right on the seafront. the staff were all very friendly. the room was very clean and the facilities were nice too.

the room i stayed in felt a little dated.

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Simon from United Kingdom

Single

Double Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 13, 2026

9/10

friendly staff sea view room

the staff was really friendly and helpful i loved the good views across the bay from my room the location is great too it put me right where i wanted to be. early check in was possible and i got a comfortable seaview room it had all the necessary amenities for a relaxing time.

my bathroom was a little dated it had a crack in the sink but very neat place.

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Aiden from Ireland

Couple

Double Room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: November 29, 2025

9/10

seafront view diverse choices

The hotel location impressed me. The seafront view provided beautiful scenery. Staff members were amicable. Their helpfulness was notable. The breakfast included diverse choices and high quality ingredients.

The shower demanded climbing over the bath's side. This was not perfect.

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