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Safety index

93 out of 100

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Safe area

ML Lodge

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6.0

Poor (1,948 ratings)

Cardiff, United Kingdom - 

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210 m Principality Stadium

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210 m Cardiff Castle

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560 m Cardiff International Arena

Hotel Overview

ML Lodge is a popular accommodation choice located in the heart of Cardiff. It features a range of amenities tailored to provide guests a comfortable and convenient stay. Based on guest reviews, several aspects of ML Lodge stand out, both positively and negatively. Below are the consolidated lists of good and bad things about this hotel, as noted by its guests.

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Hotel highlights

  1. Central Location: Ideally situated for exploring Cardiff, with easy access to local attractions, shops, and dining options.
  2. Helpful Staff: Many reviews commend the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff, adding a personal touch to the stay.
  3. Clean Rooms: Guests frequently note the cleanliness of the rooms, ensuring a comfortable and hygienic environment.
  4. Value for Money: Considered a good deal for its location and services offered, providing good value for guests’ money.
  5. Decent Breakfast: A satisfactory breakfast with a decent range of options to start the day off right.
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Area for improvement

  1. Noise Levels: Due to its central location, noise from the streets can often be an issue, disrupting sleep for some guests.
  2. Outdated Decor: Some guests feel that the hotel’s decor is dated and in need of an update to match contemporary expectations.
  3. Limited Amenities: There is a feeling that the hotel could improve by offering more in terms of amenities and facilities.
  4. Small Room Size: A common complaint is that the rooms, especially bathrooms, feel cramped and could benefit from more space.
  5. Challenging Parking: Finding parking near the hotel can be a struggle, posing an inconvenience for guests traveling by car.

Amenities

Free WiFi

Laundry

Laundry

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

A coffee shop/cafe

Limited-hour front desk

Luggage storage

Safe at front desk

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RateScore

Total 1,948 Reviews

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RateScore is average rating from most popular providers

Blended Web Rating

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6.0

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6.0

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booking

1,750 Reviews

6.0 / 10

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expedia

198 Reviews

6.0 / 10

Hotel Quality

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The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.

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General Info

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Total number of rooms 10

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Number of floors 5

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Number of buildings/towers 1

WiFi Quality

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Ping, ms

Idle

23

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88

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64

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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HD online movies

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group video calls

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online streaming

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4K online movies

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online gaming

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Location Area Map

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What's nearby

Principality Stadium

210 m

Cardiff Castle

210 m

Cardiff International Arena

560 m

Cardiff Bay

1.12 km

Cardiff University

1.26 km

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Getting around

Cardiff Central Station

560 m

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Airports Nearby

Cardiff International Airport (CWL)

17.5 km

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Restaurants

McDonald's

Nearby

Lezzet

Nearby

BrewDog Cardiff

Nearby

Taco Bell

Nearby

Cardiff Bakestones

140 m

Street View

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Daytime safety

78 out of 100

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Nighttime safety

48 out of 100

Risky

Cardiff safety index

Safety

Crime

93

Overall Safety Index

Very Safe

An average rating of the six safety categories

93 out of 100

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Women safety

Safe

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Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.

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80

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Physical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.

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100

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Property safety

Safe

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Likelihood of theft.

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79

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Political safety

Very Safe

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Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.

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97

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LGBTQ safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.

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100

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Medical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.

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100

39

Overall Crime index

Low

An average rating of the crime categories

39 out of 100

Property crime severity

Moderate

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Mugging or robbery  35/100

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Car theft  29/100

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Car break-ins  38/100

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Home break-ins  38/100

Violent crime severity

Low

33

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Physical attacks  38/100

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Racism or religion motivated attacks  19/100

Other crime severity

Low

40

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Insult or harassment in public  42/100

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Corruption or bribery  27/100

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Drug problem  54/100

Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$0.7 - $1.8

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Coffee

$3.1 - $4.7

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Beer 0.5L

$1.2 - $2.9

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$11.7 - $23.4

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Public transport, one-way ticket

$2.3 - $2.9

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$1.3 - $2.3

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$40.9 - $81.8

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$5.8 - $9.3

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McMeal at McDonalds

$7 - $9.3

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$1.8 - $2.5

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Public transport, monthly pass

$58.4 - $70.1

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.7 - $2.1

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$8.2 - $40.9

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Fitness club, monthly fee

$21 - $73.6

Weather In Cardiff

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Precipitation In Cardiff

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Air Quality

Moderate

PM2.510

PM1014

33

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Slight concern for sensitive groups. Most can continue outdoor activities.

Drinkable Water Quality

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Poor

Water quality is very low. Consider alternative water drinking options.

Traffic around property

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Light

Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.

House Rules

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Check in after 15:00

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Check out until 11:00

Children welcome

No pets, service animals welcome

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