Set in the heart of Cardiff, The Parkgate Hotel has elegantly brought together two historic buildings from the turn of the 20th century – the grand former Post Office and the city’s old County Court. Today, with its stunning Postmaster Suite, historic private dining room and versatile meeting space The Mail Room, this unique venue provides the perfect backdrop for meetings and social events for up to 360 guests.
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The Postmaster Suite
The Parkgate Hotel
360 People
With its stunning features and elegant atmosphere echoing the hotel’s historic grandeur, The Parkgate Hotel’s largest function space takes its name from its former life as Cardiff’s grand old Post Office, opened in 1897 to mark the year of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.
This exceptional room makes a memorable setting for larger meetings, dinners, weddings and events of all kinds. The flexible space includes its own private pre-event bar area and can be divided into smaller spaces to provide just the right backdrop for every occasion.
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The Mail Room
The Parkgate Hotel
40 People
The Mail Room is a private meeting space, perfect for smaller team meetings, presentations and workshops.
The space comes complete with features that facilitate hybrid working, such as a 98″ touch screen with fully integrated Microsoft Teams setup with camera and table microphones.
The Mail Room is an ideal location for an additional function space to support large events taking place in the Postmaster Suite.
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The Telegraph Room
The Parkgate Hotel
50 People
Intimate and atmospheric, our elegant private dining room echoes all the intrigue and drama it must have seen in days gone by, provided today by the open theatre kitchen where diners enjoy prime viewing while our chefs work away, revealing the secrets of the sumptuous dining they are about to enjoy.
This gorgeous room makes a fabulous setting for private lunches and dinners, board meetings, events and more intimate weddings.
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University & Society Balls
Choose The Parkgate Hotel for your upcoming university or society and enjoy an evening of fun and celebration. With room hire, a three course dinner, a private bar and more at your disposal, you have all you need to make your ball a night to remember.
Charity Fundraising Package
Make our hotel in the heart of Cardiff the venue for your fundraising endeavour and enjoy a night of professionalism and class. With a VIP reception for your guests, wall mounted screens, personalised menus and more at your disposal, craft the perfect charity event to match your vision.
Testimonials & Case Studies
See the exceptional service we have provided and the luxurious venue space offered to our clients and guests at The Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff.
CASE STUDY
International Association of Language Centres
“I highly recommend The Parkgate Hotel for any conference. The location, quality of the venue, and food are excellent, but most importantly, the staff are exceptional. It’s a great testament to the Parkgate that you hire great people, train them well, and that they clearly care about what they deliver. The friendliness and attention to detail left a lasting impression on our delegates, showcasing Wales as a great place to visit.”
“It has been an absolute pleasure to host the first two editions of the WSA Sports Industry Awards at The Parkgate Hotel. This event is vital for the sport and leisure sector, and the hotel’s exceptional venue and hospitality have made it truly magical on both occasions. From the stunning décor to the exquisite food, The Parkgate Hotel has ensured that the WSA Sports Industry Awards remain unforgettable for all attendees.”
Andrew Howard CEO, Welsh Sports Association
TESTIMONIAL
SRK Consulting 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner
“SRK Consulting recently had the pleasure of hosting our biennial global conference and 50th anniversary celebration at the Parkgate Hotel, and we were delighted with how these events ran. We received many compliments on the venue and the staff’s exceptional service really made a difference. The team went above and beyond to accommodate our needs, seamlessly transforming the room from a conference set-up to an evening party in a short space of time. Their attention to detail was excellent and we always felt in safe hands. Special thanks to Rhian and her team for their outstanding service and for making our event thoroughly enjoyable.”
SRK Consulting
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CITY CENTRE LOCATION
The perfect spot
The Parkgate Hotel is located on Westgate Street in the city of Cardiff, just a 7-minute walk from Cardiff Central railway station.
Cardiff can be easily reached by road (M4 motorway) and rail (Cardiff Central Station) from all major UK cities, and also from many international and UK destinations direct by air via Cardiff Airport. The T9 bus service offers a direct link from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff City Centre and the bus stop is located directly outside the airport terminal.
The Cardiff Checklist
Cardiff is the ideal destination for anyone looking to experience a vibrant city break and The Parkgate Hotel is located in the heart of it all.
Read The Cardiff Checklist to discover insiders’ intel on the best things to eat, drink, see and do in Cardiff, from the people who know the city best.
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