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The Big Sleep Hotel

2.0 of 5
Bute Terrace, Cardiff CF10 2FE, Wales
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The Big Sleep Hotel
Ranked #61 of 83 hotels in Cardiff
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    2.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    2.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    2.5 of 5 stars
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odessa
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I booked this admittedly on price but intrigued by the '27th coolest hotel in the world' strap line on Booking.com. God knows who voted on that - possibly 15 years ago when John Malkovich was in vogue. The hotel is right in the middle of Cardiff and a five minute walk from the bars and restaurants, but then again so... More

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Cardiff
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Have stayed here before a number of time, probably 5/6 years ago and at the one in Cheltenham. So thought it would be a cheap and funky over nighter (like it used to be) How wrong was I. It's tired, grotty, stain filled room and basic. Gone is the quite chic clean bright blue rooms and fresh paint to be... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

I stayed at this hostel a couple of nights ago, booked via the website for £29 per room including breakfast. The hotel is right on the edge of the city centre, just a few minutes walk from one of the main streets and 5 minutes walk from the central station. Although on the outside the building looks just like an... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

I looked at their website and it looked very smart, advertised themselves as sleek and stylish. The pictures of the rooms looked lovely. Imagine how disappointed i was to turn up to a room that hadn't been updated since the 70's. The carpet was in a need of a good clean as was the bathroom. The 'wardrobe' was a metal... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

After reading the reviews on here I was expecting the worst during my stay! But I was pleasantly surprised! The reception staff were very polite and helpful! The room we stayed in was clean and tidy and although there was only one pillow the bed was comfy and I got a good nights sleep. I couldn't hear noise from any... More

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manchester
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

On arrival we were greeted by what looked like an 80's style council block of flats. We were not able to check in until 3 o clock aswell which seemed quite late considering we had to be out for 10. The rooms are very basic, one bed, tv and bathroom with some very questionable curtains. Tea and coffee making facilities... More

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Milford Haven, Wales, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I have never laughed so much in my life staying here. The room was so funny. A normal fan stuck to the wall called 'wall fan' that didn't even work but was a great cleaner as it collected tones of dust. Had a fantastic view of the train station could see when our train was coming in. The sound of... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

If your reading this one thing that will crack you up is the curtains ! Fluffy look like the cookie monster ! Its made mine & my friends memory ! Can't stop laughing about it ! However the room is average clean , fan didn't work or aircon . No windows ! Only stayed a night as went to see... More

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Christchurch
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We stayed here for two nights - orignally booking through booking.com this was cancelled, we had to re-book the same dates direct and ended up paying £25.00 more! The rooms are extremely basic only one pillow each an a thin quilt, also the windows do not open which i did not like as the room smelt very damp and musty... More

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Additional Information about The Big Sleep Hotel

Also Known As:
Big Sleep Hotel
Big Sleep Cardiff
Big Hotel Sleep
Big Cardiff Hotel Sleep
The Big Sleep Hotel Cardiff, Wales
Address: Bute Terrace, Cardiff CF10 2FE, Wales
Region: United Kingdom > Wales > Southern Wales > Cardiff
Amenities:
Pets Allowed Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #61 of 83 hotels in Cardiff
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Standard and Stylish Twin Room at The Big Sleep Hotel. ... more   less 
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