The Royal Hotel Cardiff
3.5 star property

Comfortable hotel, walk to Principality Stadium

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The Royal Hotel Cardiff

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Front of property - evening/night
Cinema Room
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 12.50 per person)
Cinema Room | Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Overview of The Royal Hotel Cardiff

8.6

Excellent

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Cardiff.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF101DW
  • Popular LocationProud Mary1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCardiff Central Station4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station)4 min walk
  • AirportCardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)33 min drive
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Room options

Superior Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 278 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 171 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 189 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 118 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cardiff

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is located in Cardiff City Centre, a neighborhood in Cardiff, and is in a shopping district and near a train station. St. David's Hall and Wales Millennium Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cardiff Castle and Caerphilly Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Principality Stadium - 5 min walk
  • Cardiff Castle - 5 min walk
  • Cardiff International Arena - 5 min walk
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk
  • Cardiff University - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Prince of Wales - 4 min walk
  • Cambrian Tap - 1 min walk
  • O'Neill's - 1 min walk
  • Taco Bell - 1 min walk
  • Proud Mary - 1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Hotel near Principality Stadium
The Royal Hotel Cardiff is located close to St. David's Hall and Cardiff Castle, and provides a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Multilingual staff, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

Bulgarian, English, German, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Fitz Bar

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2,367 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1866
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges GBP 2 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The Hotel has entrances on both Westgate Street, CF10 1TL and St Mary Street - CF10 1DW (Pedestrianized). Guests with heavy luggage or guests with mobility issues are recommended to use the Westgate Street entrance, CF10 1TL, which is step free.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of GBP 2

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Cardiff Hotel
Cardiff Royal
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Hotel Cardiff
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Hotel Cardiff pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

As of Mar 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Cardiff on Apr 1, 2024 start from CA $93.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Hotel Cardiff located?

Located in Cardiff City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of St. David's Hall and Principality Stadium. Cardiff Castle and Cardiff International Arena are also within 10 minutes. Cardiff Central Station and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 465 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
While the location and staff are wonderful, we were left disappointed in our room. This room would be a nightmare for any elderly people and is a nightmare for women. There are no plugs in the bathroom so you can’t do anything using the mirror. The blowdryer is attached to the wall in the closet so you essentially have to bend into the closet to dry your hair. We found one plug to use for all of our needs and it was no where near the side tables. The shower has no shelves or place to put shampoo or anything and for older people can be dangerous bending down to get things off the floor. The bedroom floor was covered in glitter as well. Overall our stay was pleasant, the staff were very knowledgeable and friendly, it was clean for the most part, but it’s not user friendly women and maybe not the safest for elderly people.

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a fab location for our needs the gentleman on reception were very friendly and rooms were warm comfortable and clean ,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Close to the Cardiff Castle and train station. Wifi not the best and would drop out when using. Easy walk to dining options and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would always stay a the Royal Hotel, because the Staff are very friendly and helpful ,plus the hotel is in the right place highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very very strict about the 15.00 check in, I arrived at 14.40 but had to wait until 15.00, this isn't a complaint but I found it odd as the same staff were there are 14.40 as at 15.00 and nothing changed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm and welcoming!!!
Thankyou for making us feel welcome and an upgraded treat aswell. Hotel is in the centre of Cardiff which was so convenient to the shops and castle which we visited.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023