The Maldron Hotel Cardiff has joined the world’s largest group of independently owned hotels, Best Western, in a bid to strength its market position in the UK.
The partnership means that the hotel will be known as the Best Western Plus Maldron Hotel Cardiff, making it the first new hotel to become a ‘Plus’. To qualify for this prestigious accreditation the hotel had to meet the exacting requirements of AAA/CAA and was subsequently awarded a 3 diamond rating.
This newly built, 216-bedroom hotel, will remain independently owned and managed by the Dalata Hotel Group, but will now be put firmly on the global map as a Best Western Plus hotel. It is only the second Hotel in Wales to become a Plus.
Emma Dalton, general manager, said, “We are honoured to be part of the Best Western brand and especially pleased to be awarded the prestigious ‘Plus’ status. We are looking to grow both our leisure and corporate customer base and feel being a member of such an established hotel group will help us do exactly that.”
Keith Pope, Director of Best Western added: “The Best Western Plus Maldron Hotel Cardiff is a fantastic addition to our portfolio of hotels with personality and certainly deserves to be part of the ‘Plus’ tier. With a great location and warm, welcoming staff, we look forward to bringing more worldwide guests to Cardiff.”
Located in the heart of Cardiff City Centre,the Best Western Plus Maldron Hotel Cardiff boasts the elegant Stir Bar and Restaurant as well as a dedicated business centre that includes a mezzanine break out area, 8 state-of-the-art meetings rooms and complimentary Wi-Fi and AV equipment. The hotel is conveniently situated on St Mary Street, adjacent to Cardiff Central station and The St Davids shopping development. Offerering stunning panoramic views of the City Centre and Cardiff Bay and just minutes from the Millennium Stadium the Best Western Plus Maldron Hotel Cardiff is also the ideal choice for sport hospitality.
The hotel is now live in the Best Western global distribution system meaning that guests are able to book into the hotel with the confidence of the international brand behind it whilst receiving the best in customer service from an independently owned hotel.
Best Western is the largest group of independently owned and managed hotels, with over 270 across Great Britain. Members are required to meet strict criteria and are regularly inspected to ensure consistent quality and service.