The 9 Best Care Homes In Cardiff

If you’re searching for a care home in Cardiff, you’ve come to the right place. Below, you’ll find a summary of the best care homes in Cardiff, including those specialising in residential, nursing, and dementia care on a permanent or short-term basis.

We understand the challenges surrounding the care search, which is why we’ve provided as much information as possible, including the various types of care available, how large each home is, whether they offer all-in-one bill packages, and the facilities and activities on offer.

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Explore the best care homes in Cardiff:

1. Hallmark Penylan House
2. Hallmark Shire Hall
3. Llys Cyncoed
4. Ty Llandaff
5. Hallmark Regency House
6. Heol Don
7. Llys Herbert
8. Hallmark Ty Enfys
9. Bryn Ivor Lodge

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Hallmark Penylan House

Kicking off our list of the best care homes in Cardiff is Penylan House Care Home. This home is situated in the Cardiff suburb of Penylan. Just a short distance from the city centre and near peaceful green spaces like Bute Park, Blackweir Woods, and Pontcanna Fields, it offers the best of both worlds.

Whatever your loved one’s care needs, the team at Penylan House will likely be able to accommodate them. Residential care is available if they need daily, respectful support with tasks such as using the bathroom, washing, and getting from one place to another, while registered nurses provide 24/7 nursing care for people who require specialist medical support.

Also available are convalescent care (for people in need of short-term care while they recover from an accident, injury or operation) and palliative care (which focuses on alleviating symptoms and creating a comfortable setting for people who have been diagnosed with a terminal or chronic condition).

We love the various facilities at Penylan House. Hallmark Luxury Care Homes are known for creating lavish yet relaxing environments, and this home is no exception, with landscaped gardens, a beauty salon, inviting communal lounges, dining spaces, and more.

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Hallmark Shire Hall

The next entry is Shire Hall Care Home. This home is between the popular neighbourhoods of Grangetown and Butetown, near Cardiff Bay. This is a brilliant location for theatre lovers, with the Donald Gordon Theatre just a short walk away, along with countless restaurants, cafés, and shops.

Shire Hall offers the highest quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. Whatever care you or your loved one requires, the care team at Shire Hall supports residents in remaining independent and continuing to lead fulfilling lifestyles.

Every aspect of daily life is tailored to residents, including the food served (which considers individual preferences and dietary needs) and the activities organised. The dedicated activity coordinators ensure each day is different, arranging enjoyable activities and events like movie nights, arts and crafts, and pampering sessions.

Each bedroom is large, thoughtfully designed, and equipped with an en-suite bathroom or wetroom. Communal facilities include a handful of cosy communal lounges, a barbers and hairdressing salon, a pub, a therapy room, landscaped gardens, and even a pub!

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Llys Cyncoed

Llys Cyncoed Care Home is set within one of Cardiff’s most desirable suburbs. This home is surrounded by green spaces such as Heath Park and the Lisvane & Llanishen Reservoirs. With flat and gentle paths, these are perfect for older adults to explore. Meanwhile, if your loved one is a keen golfer, the Cardiff Golf Club is also just a short walk from Llys Cyncoed.

This home's dedicated team of skilled and experienced care professionals offers residential and dementia care on a permanent or short-term respite basis. Respite care is ideal when your loved one’s regular carer needs to take a break or a well-earned holiday, often for a few weeks at a time.

Compassionate end-of-life care is also available if your loved one is sadly nearing the end of their life. This type of care focuses on alleviating any discomfort or similar symptoms they’re experiencing.

Residents at Llys Cyncoed enjoy the luxury facilities that are available. Our favourites include the stylish lounges, the welcoming café, and the selection of stunning en-suite bedrooms. The beautifully landscaped gardens - complete with comfortable garden furniture - are also a wonderful place to relax during warm weather.

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Ty Llandaff

Ty Llandaff Care Home is nestled in the leafy suburb of Pontcanna, right next to Pontcanna Fields and the River Taff. The home is also just a short walk from Victoria Park and Thompson’s Park, so there’s plenty for you or your loved one to enjoy nearby.

Independently run, Ty Llandaff provides a premium standard of living for up to 70 residents. This extends to exceptional standards of residential, dementia, nursing, respite, and palliative care.

Ty Llandaff proudly embraces the Welsh community by incorporating Welsh activities and traditional Welsh foods into residents' daily routines. Welsh-speaking staff are also on hand for Welsh-speaking residents. Aside from organised activities, residents enjoy relaxing with a book or socialising with each other in one of the cosy communal lounges.

There’s also a state-of-the-art cinema room, a hairdressing salon, tranquil gardens, and even a gym where residents can participate in gentle workout classes (suitable for all levels of mobility).

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Hallmark Regency House

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes have several homes in Cardiff, and Regency House Care Home is one of our favourites.

The hard-working team will ensure you or your loved one quickly feel happy and contented here. They’ll get to know your favourite hobbies and pastimes, likes and dislikes. They’ll then tailor activities, menus, and care to your preferences. This information will be recorded in a bespoke care plan.

24/7 residential and nursing care are both available here. Your loved one may require nursing care if they have a condition which needs regular medical attention, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, or diabetes. Residential care is slightly less intensive, focusing on personal hygiene tasks like using the bathroom and getting dressed.

Subject to an assessment, pets are welcome at Regency House, allowing you to continue spending time with your furry friend in care. This home also has communal dining spaces and lounges, a hair salon, a cinema room, a café, and landscaped gardens.

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Heol Don

If you or your loved one requires a fantastic standard of residential or nursing care in the heart of Cardiff, Heol Don Care Home is an excellent choice. This home is suitable for people searching for permanent accommodation, short-term respite, or recovery. The team can also support residents living with early-onset dementia.

Along with the care listed above, several additional services, such as GP visits, dental appointments, advice from a nutritionist, and religious services, are included in the cost. Chiropody, physiotherapy, and hairdresser services are also available as additional extras.

Managed by Bupa Care Homes, one of the country’s largest and most well-respected home operators, Heol Don has been specifically designed with older adults in mind. Along with charming en-suite bedrooms, there are stylish yet comfortable communal lounges, a beauty salon, and manicured gardens.

A healthy and active lifestyle is promoted at Heol Don. Residents are encouraged to participate in gentle exercises (including seated exercises) and are taken on regular outings to interesting local sites.

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Llys Herbert

You’ll find Llys Herbert Care Home in Lisvane, on the northern outskirts of Cardiff. Just south of this home are the Lisvane & Llanishen Reservoirs, which are ideal if you or your loved one enjoys relaxing strolls.

Each of the bedrooms at Llys Herbert is beautifully furnished, including specialist beds designed for older adults with more significant care needs. Each of these has an en-suite wetroom as well.

Residents enjoy relaxing in their bedrooms and the home’s numerous communal facilities. The coffee shop serves as a popular hangout spot, while there’s also a cinema room, a hair and beauty salon, and extensive gardens complete with plenty of premium garden furniture.

Llys Herbert offers residential and dementia care, both permanently and temporarily. Its professional care team is trained to provide high-quality dementia care. The home itself uses bright colours and clear signage, making everyday life easier for dementia residents.

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Hallmark Ty Enfys

Ty Enfys Care Home is situated in the Cardiff suburb of Pentwyn. This convenient location is easily accessible by car or public transport, and it’s also within walking distance of numerous shops, restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other handy amenities for older adults.

The compassionate team at Ty Enfys will spend the necessary time getting to know each resident. If your loved one is living with dementia, the care team utilises their research-led ‘Six Senses’ approach, which helps provide a calming setting. Their nursing teams are highly skilled and support residents with numerous needs.

Along with dementia and nursing care, residential, respite, convalescent, palliative, and mental health care are all available.

One of the area’s most stunning care homes, Ty Enfys is surrounded by eye-catching greenery. This home has 101 bedrooms in total. 81 have a toilet and wash basin, while 20 have showers. There’s also a beauty and hairdressing salon, a pub, a cinema, a therapy room, and several communal lounges.

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Bryn Ivor Lodge

Finally, Bryn Ivor Lodge Care Home is situated on the outskirts of Cardiff in the quaint hamlet of Castleton. This is a truly idyllic location, offering easy access to the city centre, surrounded by Welsh scenery. Ruperra Castle is nearby, a must-see attraction!

Bryn Ivor Lodge offers a range of services, including 24-hour residential and nursing care. Like other Barchester Healthcare homes, it has a dedicated Memory Lane area for dementia residents. Care in this part of the home focuses on independence and choice. It also has a Magic Table, an interactive light projector that supports dementia residents through physically and mentally stimulating games.

Care can be privately funded (by yourself), through your local authority, or through the NHS. In Cardiff, you’ll pay for your own care if your savings and assets are worth £50,000 or more. Your local authority will pay if they’re worth less. You could also qualify for NHS continuing healthcare, which is awarded to people with complex and unpredictable care needs.

Bryn Ivor Lodge is home to modern facilities like large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms or wetrooms, stylish communal lounges, a café bar, and manicured gardens where residents enjoy relaxing and gardening during the spring and summer months.

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