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Yugo Explore - Arofan House

Property class: 2

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red accent wall, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a black stove.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and red accents. There is a black sofa with a white cushion in the foreground.
A pool table in a modern room with a geometric wall design, comfortable seating, and pendant lighting.
A modern dining area with a white table, four chairs, and three hanging pendant lights.
A modern reception area with a wall-mounted post office, wooden furniture, and a view through large windows.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Apart-hotel

Sleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Vere Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 3DS
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

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At Yugo Explore - Arofan House you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Utilita Arena Cardiff and Cardiff Bay. Highlights at this aparthotel include free in-room WiFi. .This aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Roath aparthotel include Cardiff Castle and Principality Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • New Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cardiff University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 11 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪City Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ernest Willows (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hadramowt Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sparrow - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Qamariyah Restaurant | قمريه - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Yugo Explore - Arofan House

Yugo Explore - Arofan House offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cardiff aparthotel.

  • 281 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Yugo Explore - Arofan House offers 281 accommodations. This Cardiff aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Weekly housekeeping

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 281 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Beginning on 1 April 2027, a city tax may be collected at the property. The city tax ranges from GBP 0.75 to 1.30 per person, per night based on the accommodation type. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Yugo Arofan House
Yugo Explore Arofan House
Yugo Explore - Arofan House Cardiff
Yugo Explore - Arofan House Aparthotel
Yugo Explore - Arofan House Aparthotel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Yugo Explore - Arofan House?

Yugo Explore - Arofan House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Yugo Explore - Arofan House?

The closest beach to Yugo Explore - Arofan House is Barry Island Beach (13.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Yugo Explore - Arofan House?

No, Yugo Explore - Arofan House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Yugo Explore - Arofan House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Yugo Explore - Arofan House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Yugo Explore - Arofan House Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 64 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice Place. Good for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Everything we needed for a comfy stay

Private, quiet, clean, and perfectly suited to our independent travel style. Staff was pleasant by and helpful. We had everything we needed for a comfy stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
excellent place, highly recomment
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff very polite and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great experience, clean property and excellent reception. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a short break
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good for a basic stay only down side was no kettle.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible value and just as good as a budget hotel. 20 min wlak to centre free on street parking 5 mins from yugos
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Brilliant for a short stay if you want to be close to the shops and nightlife in the city centre -took us about 15 minutes to walk-staff were friendly and happy to help-nice little social area with pool table bar and games console, close to fast food shops-cheap and cheerful-would use again -thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Don't be put off by the location

This place is great for an over nighter. Stayed here to watch the rugby. The location is rundown and not very inviting but once you are in, it's clean and does the job.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Yugo explore

Very good overall. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great value, helpful staff.

My check in was friendly and helpful. Especially regarding parking arrangements that were well advised and assisted. The room was clean and practical. It suited my needs perfectly for an overnight stay. Huge value for money given some of the more expensive options offered less in terms of the positives outlined above!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Pleasantly surprise

First time we’ve stayed here and was pleasantly surprised. Easy to book. It was clean and staff were helpful. Good value for money as we only needed a bed for the night and shower and team making facilities. Was a little loud at times at night. Overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was ok just for one night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property needed more cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
For student accommodation, the place is great, and it’s value is second to none. Likewise the staff were friendly and great to deal with. However, is a 20 minute walk to the city center, and isn’t in the greatest area. Giving it 5 stars as it’s better than expected and considering the price of hotels at the time due to the billy joel concert, a clean bed and ensuite for that price is incredible. However if staying in the future when hotel prives aren’t through the roof, would stay elsewhere in cardiff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort, communication
Kitchenette has no cookware, Plates
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Room comfort

Good but

Weather is hot but fan is not available and you can’t hang your jacket you have a wardrobe but not hangers no hair dryer 🙁🙁
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Superb Value Stay. A Walks Away from Cardiff Central. Pleasantly surprised. Would Stay Again. Very good value for the length of stay. Around the corner from the local shop/eateries and short walk away to central Cardiff/train station. Our studio room was on the ground floor at the front-so had some noise in the morning from the seagulls! but also the local sunday church singing which we enjoyed! The studio room had what we needed-bed was a bit too hard. Had to initially clean the room as they’d had a few managerial issues. There was also the laundry room, pool table/entertainment and outdoor space. Staff were helpful with any extras like a kettle/ cutlery/iron etc.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Very Good

The stay at Arofan House was very good. I can fault the place. The only discomforts were that the pillows were too soft/flat and that the sink in the bathroom was clogged ( water leaked away slowly). This was reported but didn't get fixed before we left as we left the day after it was reported. Easy to commute to toen centre and other places
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property itself was nice, clean and great facilities. Would have loved my uni galls to be as nice as they were. We were in the ground floor and there was a noticeable smell of drains when we arrived. Area the property is in is very dirty. Litter everywhere! And just seemed grotty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
the property itself is in and ideal location for access to city centre inside the hosts are very welcoming and polite and very informative about where to go and the fire evacuation procedures unfortunately the area around the property was untidy/very messy lookedcrun down and unwelcoming and unsafe ,inside the property was fairly clean the shower and sink didn't look to be clean the bed was in terrible condition and looked like cotton and stuffing put in matress the pillows were super thin and flimsy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023