Hilton Cardiff
| Company type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality |
| Predecessor | Prudential Assurance Company regional headquarters building (1947–1994) |
| Founded | 1999 |
| Headquarters | Cardiff , Wales, United Kingdom |
| Products | Hotel services |
| Parent | Hilton Hotels & Resorts |
Hilton Cardiff is a hotel positioned in the heart of Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. It lies just to the south of Cardiff City Hall and offers views of Cardiff Castle.
History and description
Originally built in 1947, the structure was a steel-framed edifice serving as the regional headquarters for the Prudential Assurance Company, characterized by a façade made from Portland stone. Following Prudential's move in 1994, Hilton Hotels took over the lease three years later, in 1997.
The design, created by Powell Dobson, preserved much of the initial stone exterior while incorporating a two-level extension that accommodates the Presidential Suite. This 202-bedroom establishment features a glass-roofed atrium at its summit, which leads to what was once the largest ballroom in Cardiff. The hotel officially opened its doors in 1999.
By 2007, it had earned a reputation as Cardiff's most luxurious hotel. Hosting the Graze restaurant and located near the Principality Stadium, Hilton Cardiff has welcomed prominent sports teams, such as the New Zealand All Blacks in 2007.