The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3 stars
88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1DW, United Kingdom
Cardiff, United Kingdom
8,1
Very good
based on 2865 reviews
2 865 reviews
Mon 24/11
-
Tue 25/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
R1 254
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
R1 254
Standard Room
R1 301
Superior room
R2 396
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Overview

Situated a five-minute walk from the Cardiff Central Library and Millennium Stadium, The Royal Hotel Cardiff was refurbished recently and provides modern rooms featuring free wireless internet access, a flat-screen TV and an in-room safe. It is located a brief stroll from Cardiff Motorpoint Arena, St. Davids and Cardiff Castle.

The property provides a 24/7 reception, as well as a currency exchange and an express check-in and check-out feature. For added convenience, it offers porters, meeting rooms and luggage storage. A friendly tour desk is in-house and Cardiff Central Bus Station is minutes away on foot, making it convenient for guests to discover the area and its attractions.

The air-conditioned rooms at the property are modern and offer a desk, tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. They each have ironing facilities and an in-room closet.

Those staying at The Royal Hotel Cardiff can relax at the in-house bar, suitably situated for socialising in the evening.

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is a short stroll from Cardiff Central Railway Station, allowing easy access in and around Cardiff. River Taff is a quick car trip away.

8,1
Very good rating
Based on 2 865 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Mon 24/11
Tue 25/11
Double room
bed type unknown
R1 254
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 321
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 353
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 queen bed
R1 301
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 308
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 385
nightly with fees
Superior room
bed type unknown
R2 396
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 274
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R3 284
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
R4 481
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Safe

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Gaming console
  • Blu-ray player
  • Streaming service
  • TV
  • Videogames
  • DVD player

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The Royal Hotel Cardiff

8,1
Very good
2865 verified ratings
Wonderful
1308
Very good
634
Good
499
Okay
185
Fair
121
Mediocre
55
Poor
63

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the central location, cleanliness, and spacious rooms of the hotel. However, many reviews mentioned issues with noise from nearby bars and nightclubs, which affected their overall experience. Some guests also noted concerns regarding value for price and the condition of certain facilities.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Service8 out of 10
Value for Price2 out of 10
Noise Level1 out of 10
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7.7
Good
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Close to all amenities, and clean.
Cons (-) Comfort of mattress not so good. Myself and husband got up with an aching back.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Excellent location, staff extremely friendly and helpful. Plenty of choice at breakfast, clean and tidy rooms.
Cons (-) No adverse comments to make - all good.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) I like this hotel everything was perfect, location, staff, room

Location

88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1DW

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Central Library175 m
  • Cardiff Story210 m
  • Cardiff Central Railway Station252 m
  • Principality Stadium321 m
  • St David's353 m
  • Cardiff City Centre384 m
  • Cardiff International Arena0.5 km
  • Cardiff Castle0.6 km
  • National Museum Cardiff0.9 km
  • Cardiff University1 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre1.8 km
  • Mermaid Quay1.9 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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October
October
R2 462
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

  • How long should you stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

  • Where is The Royal Hotel Cardiff located?

    The Royal Hotel Cardiff is located at 88 St Mary Street, 0,3 km from the centre of Cardiff. Cardiff Central Library is the closest landmark to The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

  • Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Royal Hotel Cardiff from the airport?

    The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 14,6 km from Cardiff Wales. The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 33,5 km from Bristol.

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Distance to airport

8,1
0,3 km
Cardiff Wales
14,6 km

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